EPISODE · May 29, 2019
The Biochemistry of Pyrroles with Dr Bradley McEwen
from FX Medicine Podcast Central
How well do you understand pyrroles? At a cellular level - what are they, how are they formed and does their presence always herald ill-health? Kryptopyrroles are still widely regarded in medicine as a disproven and irrelevant, yet emerging research is starting to make connections with high urinary pyrroles and mood disorders. Today we are joined by Dr Brad McEwen who seeks to bring clarity to practitioners to help their patients with mood stability issues by breaking down some of the controversies surrounding pyrrole disorder, working through what the research is telling us and what methods he uses clinically to assess patients in whom he suspects pyrroles might be an issue. Find today's podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/biochemistry-pyrroles-dr-bradley-mcewen *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.*****
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How well do you understand pyrroles? At a cellular level - what are they, how are they formed and does their presence always herald ill-health? Kryptopyrroles are still widely regarded in medicine as a disproven and irrelevant, yet emerging research is starting to make connections with high urinary pyrroles and mood disorders. Today we are joined by Dr Brad McEwen who seeks to bring clarity to practitioners to help their patients with mood stability issues by breaking down some of the controversies surrounding pyrrole disorder, working through what the research is telling us and what methods he uses clinically to assess patients in whom he suspects pyrroles might be an issue. Find today's podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/biochemistry-pyrroles-dr-bradley-mcewen *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.*****
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