Sody Naimer

• MD
• Professor (Associate) at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Historically speaking, in many societies a select few carried the burden of preserving and transferring knowledge. While modern society has broadened the scope of education, this is not enough in the medical sciences. We must ensure that all those who pursue a career in medicine become life-long learners who will grow and contribute well beyond the...

Microcomedonal lesions can be aesthetically and psychologically displeasing. The burden of comedones increases when considering their frequency and demand for time-consuming attention. The objective of the current study was to describe a novel technique to facilitate open microcomedone extraction. The instrumentation used includes smartphone photog...

Objectives: The oral mucosa is a susceptible component of our anatomy with explicit implications on our well being. Consequently an unfamiliar pattern of oral mucosa pathology will raise much concern. Confronting unrecognized lesions undoubtedly challenges our professional acumen and clinical expertise. In attempt to discern the gravity of an excep...

Introduction: Descriptions of the penile prepuce in anatomical and clinical texts either omit details or contain a small, yet potentially serious, error with regard to the manner of its attachment to the penis. Objective: This study sought to cast light on a ubiquitous but poorly understood and under-appreciated structure, while correcting a lon...

Lateral thoracic or abdominal cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome (C.N.E.S.) refers to the pain originating from thoracic or abdominal wall. It is a common ailment which is often misdiagnosed as arising from a source inside the abdominal cavity mistakenly leading to inappropriate diagnostic investigations, unsatisfactory treatment, and considerable...

Background Over a period of three decades, medical personnel working in our emergency room observed that fewer severe cases presented to the emergency department. The objective of this study is to assess whether a genuine change in the presentation rates of clinically unstable non-trauma patients to the emergency room indeed exists. Methods We con...

Ophthalmomyiasis in humans caused by the larvae of the sheep nasal botfly (Oestrus ovis) and is a rare phenomenon in Israel. We describe the utilization of the dermatoscope as a diagnostic tool for the facilitation of early diagnosis of conjunctivitis due to the infestation of the eyes by the sheep nasal botfly in two patients. After the physical r...

Despite a preoccupation in the medical literature with developing an effective approach for breaking bad news, the sources are based on personal opinion alone and only in some instances on qualitative research. Recognizing the gravity of this topic coupled with respect for the wisdom of the written and oral Jewish scriptures, this work is an attemp...

Religiosity is inherent in human cultures. Being different in many aspects, all have rules regarding appropriate behavior and rituals. Celebrations of social events and of holidays prevail in all major religions. These include code of dress, prayers, special food and activities which may have negative health implications. The Jewish religion is 'bl...

Purpose: Little is known about patients who present a written list during a medical consultation.In this preliminary study, we sought to examine and characterize patients who use a prepared list. Methods: The design was an open observational case-controlled study that took place at 2 urban primary care clinics. We enrolled patients consecutively...

We would Like to present a rare case of multiple gestation following a severe event of spinal cord morbidity during a previous singleton gestation. The medical literature carries a paucity of evidence regarding the future fate of pregnancies following gestational induced intervertebral disc prolapse. A 21 year old mother delivered a healthy boy aft...

Objective. In pediatric primary care, an adjunct for ophthalmology diagnosis and monitoring of treatment could be of great advantage. The portable polarized dermatoscope can readily fit the purpose as an alternative to the classic slit lamp device. Methods. We describe and demonstrate our clinical experience using the dermatoscope for diverse ocula...

It was not until many years later that six principles appeared in 1957 in the book The Principles and Art of Plastic Surgery by Gillies and Millard [2]. This book was a review of Gillies' career of forty years, which included 1,100 cases from World War I. Making a plan with a pattern and having a backup plan, returning tissues to their normal posit...

Following the 2005 evacuation of Gush Katif, a community of Jewish settlements located in the greater Gaza Strip, many evacuees reported a deterioration in their health status. To determine if and to what degree the evacuation of Gush Katif caused a worsening in the health status of the evacuees. In this retrospective cohort study we assessed the m...

We describe a rare case of ischemic fasciitis of the abdominal wall in a child with scoliosis. The fasciitis was apparently caused by the constant pressure exerted by her torso brace. Clinicians should be alert to the possibility of mechanical factors in the etiology of ischemic fasciitis.

While many issues regarding emergency care of polytrauma are still under debate, it is agreed that immediate control of acute external traumatic hemorrhage is the most critical instance where intervention by the rescue team plays a decisive role in determining the fate of the wounded. The aim of this report is to describe the evolution of a novel p...

Unlabelled: Periodic fever of childhood is a group of diseases that cause repeated febrile illnesses with various associated symptoms. In our article, we present the case of a 6-year-old girl with unusual appearance of periodic fever syndrome. Our patient suffered from repeated episodes of high fever from the age of 2 years old. Each episode usual...

The frequency of recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS), the most common oral mucosa lesions seen in primary care, is up to 25% in the general population. However, there has been no optimal therapeutic approach. Our objective was to confirm our previous clinical observation of the beneficial treatment of RAS with vitamin B(12). A randomized, double-bl...

The goal of this study was to identify the characteristics and clinical course of patients presenting with considerable stress regarding irrepressible persistent sighing, and to determine whether any association exists between this syndrome and respiratory or other organic disease, during the acute or follow-up period. We conducted a case series re...

Removal of subcutaneous skin masses and certain deep skin injuries results in defects, which demand immediate closure. Although primary closure of these defects in 2 layers is an acceptable solution, this technique has a number of drawbacks, such as extended time consumption upon performance, demand for additional suture material and occasional tis...

Family physicians are spending more time counseling patients about osteoporosis and are ordering more bone mineral density (BMD) tests. Family physicians are often uncertain, however, about how to treat osteoporosis and osteopenia.1 I have developed a simple diagram that helps patients understand their BMD results and helps family physicians counse...

Compression dressing has been assumed effective, but never formally examined in the field. A prospective interventional trial examined efficacy and feasibility of an elastic adhesive dressing compression device in the arena of the traumatic incident. The primary variable examined was the bleeding rate from wounds compared before and after dressing....

Multiple gestations with concurrent intrauterine devices (IUDs) are rare events. We handled the case of a woman who discovered she was pregnant with triplets after the 12th week of gestation. Upon the mother's request the IUD was removed immediately and the pregnancy led a normal course until the planned caeserean delivery of three baby girls. This...

Anogenital pruritus is defined as an itch localized to the anus, perianal, and genital skin. Anogenital pruritus is usually a symptom of an underlying disorder of the skin or mucosa or a consequence of anorectal pathology. When no demonstrable cause is found, anogenital pruritus is often described as "idiopathic". To investigate the role of lumbosa...

The issue of immediate control of acute external traumatic hemorrhage is poorly dealt with in the medical literature. A compact unit incorporating the desired components capable of applying significant compression over diverse body areas has been suggested in the past but not formally demonstrated effective in practice. In this report we describe t...

Despite the fact that the urgent control of active bleeding from external body surfaces demands a basic procedure, it is puzzling that this topic has received little if any attention in modern medical research. Elastic adhesive dressing (ELAD) has been proposed for dressing the bleeding wound. Three techniques were compared over a simulated wound i...

The aim of this study was to examine two techniques intended to prevent accidental displacement of intravenous catheters after proper establishment of infusion line access. After catheter insertion and taping in position, fixation with gauze roll sequentially wrapped around the limb across which the tubing has been extended was compared with the us...

Previously, sponsored publications have shown that either terbinafine or itraconazole (pulse regimen) are effective for patients with toenail onychomycosis. However, independent comparative studies are lacking. To objectively compare treatment with terbinafine and itraconazole in patients with toenail onychomycosis. The effectiveness of terbinafine...

Congenital oral adhesions may pose both aesthetic and functional disturbing ailments to wary parents. Most of these as we have experienced, are benign, easily cured and may be treated as soon as possible in the office. A local survey elucidated that these youngsters are usually advised to wait until one year of age and then taken into the operating...

Acute otitis media (AOM) is a common self-limiting disease in children. Antibiotic use is controversial. Physicians in the USA and in Israel prescribe antibiotics almost universally, while physicians in other countries report good outcome without any treatment. Parents' expectation is an important factor influencing a physician's decision to prescr...

Papular urticaria often occurs after bites of insects such as mosquitoes, sandflies, bed bugs and fleas. Multiple bites and local pruritus are characteristic symptoms. Treatment is usually symptomatic and includes antihistamines and corticosteroids. The reappearance of the symptoms can be prevented by successful control of the parasite. To find the...

Penile skin bridges are an uncommon complication of circumcision that are often found in general practice. This condition can be treated successfully in the office, avoiding referral for a surgical procedure. Four case reports of the technique of treating penile skin bridges are described, and the literature on the cause and treatment of skin bridg...

Ingrown toenail is a common problem that causes inconvenience, pain, and limitation of daily function. Current conventional treatment methods are not satisfactory and have a high recurrence rate. To evaluate a modification of an existing, although uncommonly used, method for treating ingrown toenail. Patients with ingrown toenail were treated under...

This doctor's indulgence in rigorous physical activity led to the realisation of a novel clinical entity. As an active sportsman and ex-ice hockey player, currently living in a hot climate, I have had to sublimate my sporting activities to infrequent inline roller skate street journeys. Recently, on a day of a very pressed schedule, I attempted to...

BACKGROUND: Ingrown toenail is a common problem that causes inconvenience, pain, and limitation of daily function. Current conventional treatment methods are not satisfactory and have a high recurrence rate. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate a modification of an existing, although uncommonly used, method for treating ingrown toenail. METHODS: Patients with in...

Pyogenic granuloma is a benign vascular, inflammatory proliferation that appears following minor trauma in children. The exact pathogenesis of pyogenic granuloma is unknown, but its formation is closely related to minor trauma, chronic irritation, and hormonal influences. We present a unique case of a pyogenic granuloma that appeared in an infant f...

Multiple miliary osteoma cutis of the face represents primary extra-skeletal bone formation that arises within the skin of the face. A 60-year-old woman with multiple miliary osteoma cutis of the face was treated by application of 0.05% tretinoin (all-trans-retinoic acid) cream nightly. After 3 months of therapy there were fewer papules and a decre...

Conventional methods for hemorrhage control in the trauma patient fall short of providing a full solution for the life-threatening bleeding injury. The tourniquet is limited specifically to injuries of the distal limbs. Local pressure or tight bandaging with military bandages is cumbersome and often insufficient. Therefore, we sought a superior met...

Many aspects of cutaneous surgical interventions have been perfected, employed, and then scientifically examined. Conversely, ubiquitous, indiscriminate demand for sterile conditions while performing an invasive procedure remains a field devoid of satisfactory critical appraisal. Ritual neonatal circumcision served as a prototype to assess scientif...

Painful erythematous papules and nodules involving either the palms of the hands, or, more commonly, the soles of the feet, characterize palmoplantar eccrine hidradenitis or palmoplantar hidradenitis (PH). The younger pediatric population is predominately affected. Histologically, the eccrine gland apparatus is the target of inflammatory neutrophil...

Background: As part of our clinical experience we encountered a group of patients from a specific population with a similar peculiar pigmentation over the lower dorsal spine. Objective: We investigated these patients to see whether we could determine a common origin. Methods: Patients meeting the inclusion criteria underwent detailed history a...

For several years health funds in Israel have allowed patients to see dermatologists, gynecologists, orthopedic surgeons and ENT specialists without being referred by their primary care physician. There is heated debate about whether this practice is justified and if it is cost effective. Is it better medicine for the patient? What are the roles of...

Fever of unknown origin presents both a clinical and diagnostic challenge and is usually caused by inflammatory and neoplastic diseases. We present a unique case of a previously healthy 77-year-old woman whose sole complaint was fever. Complete hospital investigation failed to reveal the underlying process. 4 months after the onset of fever, dyspha...