For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) is an over-the-counter medication used to manage heartburn, nausea, indigestion and stomach problems. According to MedlinePlus, Pepto-Bismol is an antidiarrheal medication that decreases intestinal inflammation and fluid and electrolyte movement in your bowels.
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Tretinoin cream is a medication used to treat acne. According to Drugs.com, it is a vitamin A derivative that induces skin-cell turnover and allows the skin cells to stay separated. MedlinePlus says that tretinoin cream causes your skin to peel and helps unclog your pores. Tretinoin is available as a 0.
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Muscle pain, muscle weakness and paralysis can be signs of serious muscular problems. MedlinePlus says that muscle disorders can occur as a result of injury, overuse, infections, medications, genetics and inflammation. Muscular system diseases require various forms of treatment approaches.
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The nose is a sensitive facial feature that can quickly detect unpleasant smells. Sometimes, certain medical conditions can lead to narrowing of the nasal airway and infections. In some cases, pollen, ragweed and grass can enter the nose and trigger certain nasal conditions.
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Congenital diseases refer to diseases that are present at birth. Sometimes, the congenital condition affects a certain body part or is an inherited condition that affects growth and development.
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Shallow breathing can be an alarming and potentially life-threatening symptom if left untreated. People who develop shallow breathing can generally develop wheezing and blue skin (cyanosis). Sometimes, shallow breathing can be due to fluid accumulation within the lungs.
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Plaque in the arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, is a medical condition in which cholesterol (a fatty substance floating in your blood) builds up and forms plaque in your blood vessels. This decreases blood flow in your body and can lead to serious medical conditions like a heart attack or stroke.
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Airborne diseases, caused by microorganisms called pathogens, are primarily dispersed through moist air droplets or dust. Using air as transportation, pathogens use your respiratory tract as a channel for both entrance and exit via breathing, coughing or sneezing.
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The World Health Organization, WHO, defines diarrhea as 3 or more loose stools per day. It is estimated that American adults suffer 99 million episodes of diarrhea each year, leading to greater than 250,000 hospitalizations (see ref 1 and also 2, 5, 6 and 7) ).
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