For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
When your body stores too much iron, your liver may be affected and release certain enzymes into your bloodstream. Your health-care provider may wish to test your blood for any or all of several liver enzymes or for various indicators of your iron levels.
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Bright red blood on the toilet paper or in the bowl after a bowel movement is an indicator of rectal bleeding. Bleeding from any area of your digestive tract or finding blood in your stool warrants a consultation with your physician to determine the cause.
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Percocet, sold under the generic name oxycodone and acetaminophen, is a medication that treats moderate to severe pain, according to Drugs.com. Tell your doctor about your preexisting medical conditions, whether you drink alcohol and if you have a history of drug addiction before taking Percocet.
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Creatine is a naturally occurring nutrient that can help rapidly restore energy during intense activity such as weightlifting or sprinting. Creatine also gathers a large amount of water and can cause imbalances in hydration and electrolytes, resulting in cramping.
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Pills with the identification marking IP466 contain 800 mg of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug known generically as ibuprofen. Doctors often recommend NSAIDs such as ibuprofen for pain caused by inflammation such as that associated with arthritis.
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Indulging a bit here and there may not seem like a big deal, but the effects of overeating are serious and impact multiple areas of life. While overeating is often made easy by society, the long-term costs outweigh the benefits of that extra bite, according to the โJournal of the American College of Nutrition.
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Gestational diabetes affects pregnant women whose blood sugar levels are elevated during pregnancy. Women who do not have diabetes outside of pregnancy can get gestational diabetes. Expecting mothers are typically tested as a routine part of medical care.
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If you suffer from migraines, you will try almost anything to get some relief. A solution as simple as taking vitamin B-12 would seem like a miracle if it could cure this painful ailment.
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Uric acid is formed in the body from the normal breakdown of chemicals called purines, which arise from normal DNA and RNA turnover, from molecules that are the source of energy in cells or from dietary sources. A higher than normal blood uric acid level is called hyperuricemia.
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Multiple nerves exit the neck and tract through the upper body. Some nerves travel between the shoulder blades to sense sensation or control muscle movements. At times, these nerves may be pinched either by bone or by tense muscles.
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Allergies are known for their reactions in the body such as sneezing, coughing and asthma-like symptoms. A less common symptom associated with allergies is trouble swallowing.
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Protein buildup is a common problem with soft and hard contact lenses. Buildup can usually be seen in the form of white or cloudy marks on the surface of the contact lens, which causes blurred vision and discomfort. With proper care and use of contact lenses, protein buildup can be controlled.
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Blood infections, also known as sepsis, are very serious medical conditions that require prompt treatment. While the main cause of blood infections is an infectious organism in the blood, these organisms can enter the bloodstream in many ways. As a result, there are several causes of blood infections.
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Z-Pak, the abbreviated brand name for the generic drug azithromycin, is a prescription medication indicated to treat certain types of bacterial infections, such as pneumonia or bronchitis. This antibiotic is part of a class of drugs called macrolide antibiotics that work by preventing bacteria growth in the body.
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Cuts and scrapes happen to everyone. Information provided by the American Academy of Family Physicians notes that most minor wounds heal well without applying an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment or cream.
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A whiter, brighter smile can make you feel more confident and may enhance your image when meeting people for the first time.
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Although ringworm has nothing to do with actual worms, it is still not a very pleasant condition to have. Ringworm is a skin infection caused by fungus and creates scaly patches of skin that sometimes are circular and resemble the shape of a ring. This condition is highly contagious and spreads easily.
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A rash that appears due to humidity and clothing may be heat rash. Heat rash is prevalent during the hot summer months and is caused by blocked sweat ducts and trapped perspiration. Heat rash symptoms may also include itchy skin, painful red bumps as well as lack of sweating in the affected area.
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Tachycardia is a rapid heart beat. Your heart normally beats from 60 to 100 times per minute when you are in a resting state of non-exertion. A heart rate of more than 100 beats per minute at rest is considered too fast, and is a case of tachycardia.
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Cutting back on sugar doesn't have to mean going without sweets. A new brand of naturally-sourced sweeteners is popping up in foods that can soothe your sweet tooth without causing surges to your blood sugar. These misleadingly named "sugar alcohols"
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