For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Infant Tylenol, also known as acetaminophen, is an over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer. Acetaminophen poses very minimal side effects for healthy children and has a high safety margin, according to AskDr.Sears.com. However, if an overdose occurs, it can result in serious side effects.
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Taking a medicine more frequently or at higher doses than is prescribed without consulting a doctor is not a good idea -- and most people know this. However, what exactly are the long-term risks of overusing an asthma inhaler? Well, it depends on what, specifically, is being overused. ...
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Nasal saline rinse, also known as nasal or sinus irrigation, is commonly recommended to manage the symptoms of sinusitis -- the swelling and inflammation of the sinus tissues. Sinusitis can be related to cold symptoms, allergies or other conditions which cause the nasal passages to become blocked and filled with fluid.
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Perianal skin tags are flaps or lumps of skin at the entrance to the anus. They are a common condition and do not indicate the presence of any other disease. Because of their location, they are commonly confused with other conditions, such as perianal warts or hemorrhoids.
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At some point in their lives, many women hear that a menstrual cycle is supposed to last 28 days. Although this is the average length of time in between menstrual cycles, many women have cycles that are longer or shorter than this and fall well within a normal range.
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The average adult human has between two and four million sweat glands covering his body. These are divided into three types of gland--eccrine, apocrine and a hybrid gland called apoeccrine glands.
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Phobia refers to an overwhelming fear of a certain object or situation. In fact, a fear of flying is classified as a specific phobia. Symptoms associated with this phobia include anxiety, fear, sweating, trouble breathing and a rapid heartbeat, the Mayo Clinic says.
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Claritin, a brand name of loratadine, is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication used for the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergies. It is also used to treat chronic itching of unknown cause. This drug is classified as an antihistamine.
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Vaginitis is a common problem that impacts women of all ages, including children. Children's Hospital Boston explains that vaginitis refers to the inflammation or infection of the vagina. There are a number of causes of vaginitis.
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Inherited traits from parents arenβt just passed out in random fashion. Inherited traits are passed through the genes of parents to their children. Some traits are passed on only through the mother or only through the father.
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As part of a regular exercise routine, running improves endurance and aerobic fitness levels. Smokers have a difficult time maintaining high levels of activity because of poor heart and lung functioning.
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Allergies are a reaction of the immune system to harmless substances. Allergies may cause nasal symptoms, hives, asthma or even anaphylaxis, a severe form of allergy that may be fatal. Most mild allergies can be controlled with simple, symptomatic treatments.
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Leg cramps are a common experience for many athletes, but they don't have to be part of your exercise regimen. In many cases, taking some simple preventive measures can eliminate cramps altogether. In the event they persist, however, you should consult your doctor to rule out an underlying medical disorder.
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Deep heel bruises result from microscopic calcium fibers breaking apart. These fibers are normally interconnected to help form bones, so when a portion of the fibers is damaged, a deep heel bruise, or deep "bone bruise" occurs.
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Glucose and fructose are the simplest forms of sugar that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. These sugars are naturally present in foods such as grains, fruits and vegetables. They are also the major ingredients in many sweeteners and processed foods.
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A fever is often a worrisome condition, especially if you are pregnant. It occurs during pregnancy for a variety of reasons, some of which require urgent treatment from a doctor.
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After a long walk, you notice that your knees are aching and very sore. Knee pain after a long period of walking can occur if you walked farther than you have in the past, walked on a hard surface, did not take long and healthy strides or if you wore shoes that provided little to no support.
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During a routine blood test, your doctor may discover that you have elevated liver enzymes. This means that your liver is inflamed and secreting larger quantities of chemicals than it normally does.
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A sore throat may be caused by bacteria, a virus, breathing through the mouth or a variety of irritants. If an illness is causing the sore throat, the glands that are located near the throat or your tonsils may be swollen as well, causing discomfort and difficulty swallowing.
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It's hard to lose weight when your metabolism slows down, but there are things you can do. The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in your throat, produces hormones that regulate many bodily functions, including metabolism.
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