A heart attack, also called a myocardial infarction, occurs when blood supply is cut off to the heart muscle. This can be caused by a blood clot in an artery, an arterial spasm, trauma or other events. Heart attacks are uncommon in young men, but they can occur.
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Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart fails to efficiently pump a sufficient amount of blood to the body's organs and tissues. As fluid pools in areas such as the lungs, they become congested. Also called CHF, congestive heart failure can come on suddenly or develop gradually.
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The right and left sides of our brains control different functions. The concepts discussed in this article are true for most people, but the brains of some people will be different than these general findings.
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Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is an anxiety disorder that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event. Signs of PTSD include having unwanted, vivid recollections of the event and difficulty remaining calm. You may be irritable, have trouble sleeping, and constantly be watching or listening for danger.
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The DPT vaccine, now commonly called the DTaP vaccine, is given to American children five times during their early lives, according to the National Institutes of Health website, MedlinePlus. The normal vaccination schedule is at the ages of 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 to 18 months, and 4 to 6 years.
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Many disorders that humans contract have obvious signs, such as a red rash or watery eyes. Others are identifiable by a blood test or X-ray. Identifying someone suffering from alcoholism can be a bit more difficult.
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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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Tylenol 3 is known generically as acetaminophen with codeine phosphate. It delivers 300 mg of Tylenol and 30 mg of codeine in a tablet form. Tylenol 3 is indicated for the relief of mild to moderate pain and is a C-II controlled substance.
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Cymbalta is a brand name prescription medication containing duloxetine hydrochloride. Although it is classified as an anti-depressant, Cymbalta is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia and generalized anxiety disorder, as well as major depressive disorder.
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Night sweats, known medically as nocturnal hyperhidrosis, is a condition in which an individual has perspiration during the night hours.The sweating may be profuse, leaving sheets and clothing wet. It may occur in someone who does not excessively sweat during the day.
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Depression is a mood disorder that affects more than 14 million Americans each year, according to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance. It is characterized by sadness, loss of interest in regular activities and despair.
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Many teenagers get high from abusing substances which range from diverted prescription drugs to street drugs to inhalants to alcohol. Some of these teens will go on to a life of addiction, abusing increasingly dangerous substances.
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Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infection caused by the organism Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a communicable disease spread through the air by speaking, coughing or sneezing. TB may be latent (inactive) or active. Tuberculosis is treatable, but it may take up to a year to rid the body of it.
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Protein is an essential component of the body's growth and repair system. It is also required for immunity from disease. A normal protein level is approximately 6.0 to 8.3 gm/dL, according to MedlinePlus.
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As a young adult, you may have frequented restaurants, eaten convenience foods and made trips to the grocery store on a moment's notice. If eyesight, health, budget or inability to drive have slowed down your culinary pursuits, you may wish to prepare a weekly menu and food schedule to meet your nutritional needs.
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The junior-senior prom is a long-standing tradition in American culture, in which teens wear formal attire and attend a several-hours-long dance. It is considered to be a stepping-stone toward adulthood. Modern proms are often held at a community site rather than at the school.
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Venipuncture is the act of puncturing the vein for the purpose of adding a substance or removing blood. It is usually performed in the medical setting. Substances added via venipuncture include medication, fluids, blood and diagnostic agents such as dye. The removal of blood is called phlebotomy.
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Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder that often causes people to form unhealthy relationships. According to an article published in "Psychiatric News," 8 percent of men and 5 percent of women will develop narcissistic personality disorder in their lifetime.
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Human chorionic gonadotropin, or hCG, is considered to be a pregnancy hormone. If you are not pregnant, you will have low levels of the hormone, but it rises significantly during pregnancy.
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Pantoprazole sodium is a prescription medication indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, severe inflammation of the esophagus and disorders in which excessive acid is secreted into the gastrointestinal tract. Pantoprazole works by suppressing the secretion of gastric acid.
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