For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
An ear infection is typically caused by a virus, which affects the area of space behind the eardrum, also known as the middle ear, says MayoClinic.com. They are common in children, but adults can suffer from the pain and pressure of an ear infection as well.
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Everyone experiences abdominal pain and swelling at some point in his or her life. In most cases, abdominal pain and swelling are caused by air or increased gas in the stomach and do not indicate a serious condition.
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Bifocals are the most common type of multi-focal prescribed for people over 40, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Bifocal fit and placement is an essential part of a person's eyeglass prescription.
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Corticosteroids are a type of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex. When the adrenal cortex does not produce enough of these hormones, synthetic versions of the hormones may be administered to prevent unwanted symptoms.
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People diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, OAS, seldom get a good night’s sleep. As the muscles at the back of their throats relax, the upper airways may narrow or collapse during inspiration. Snoring, followed by airway collapse, leads to periods of intermittent pauses in breathing known as apnea.
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Stemzine is the brand name in Australia of the generically named medication prochlorperazine. The medicine has several uses, MyDr.com.au reports. Treatment includes relief from nausea, vomiting and dizziness related to migraine headaches, the organization states.
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Liver spots, also known as age spots or solar lentigines, appear as flat, discolored spots on the face, hands, arms, and other areas of the body most frequently exposed to the sun. Liver spots occur most often in adults older than 40 years, according to MayoClinic.com, but they can affect individuals of any age.
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Tooth pain in children can be as distressing for the parent as it is for the child. A persistent toothache in a child usually indicates a problem that requires professional care. The most common causes are cavities and gum disease.
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Insulin shock is considered a very severe medical condition that requires prompt medical attention. This is a life-threatening situation in which someone’s blood sugar levels drop to dangerously low levels—resulting in unconsciousness and shock.
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Pressure points are commonly used in acupuncture and acupressure practices in traditional Chinese medicine and Indian Ayurvedic treatments. A pressure point may be gently pressed to help relieve pain or restore the flow of energy, or chi, through the body.
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Steroid nasal sprays are used commonly to treat conditions like sinusitis and allergic rhinitis. They work by decreasing the inflammation in the nose, and are very effective in reducing allergy symptoms such as stuffy and runny nose, itching and sneezing. Flixonase nasal sprays, known as Flonase in the U.S.
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Statin drugs such as Lipitor, Crestor and Zocor are among the most commonly prescribed drugs in the world. Doctors start patients on statins when total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol--the"bad" cholesterol--are too high.
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Sebaceous cysts are fluid filled bumps that occur on the scalp as well as the face and upper part of the body. They are also referred to as epidermoid cysts and are normally harmless growths.
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Brain tumors are abnormal masses in the area of the brain. They may be small or large, grow slow or fast, and be cancerous or benign. Tumors can be found in many different areas of the brain; symptoms are dependent on the location of the tumor and whether it is affecting vital brain structures.
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Internet addiction, while not yet listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, has been formally recognized as a disorder by the American Psychological Association.
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Xylene is a powerful chemical compound that is found in many household and industrial items. This chemical is colorless but has a very distinctive odor. Products that contain xylene include paints, varnishes, fingernail polish, adhesives, rubber cement and gasoline.
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Digestive diseases can interfere with the daily lives of people. Some people may put up with the often painful and uncomfortable symptoms, but treatment is available to get treat digestive disorders or to provide relief so people can live relatively normal lives.
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Approximately 33 million Americans experience dry eye symptoms, including dryness, irritation, burning and grittiness, according to VisionWorksUSA.com. Dry eye is directly related to the underlying health condition of the entire body, according to Dr. Marc Grossman, O.D.
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A pinched nerve may arise from muscular compression, decreased blood supply, encroachment from osteoarthritis or a variety of other causes. Decreased nerve function associated with a pinched nerve can cause pain, tingling and numbness and lead to further injury and loss of function.
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Biliary colic is the result of an inflamed gallbladder caused by a blocked bile or cystic duct. This condition is characterized by the rapid onset of intense pain on the right side under the rib cage, which may radiate to the upper back.
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