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Category: Health and Fitness >> Medicine<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 next page >> by Knut Holt  [ 2008-08-26 ] Most instances of pain or stiffness in the joints, back or muscles are not due to any specific progressive disease process. These problems are mostly caused by wearage, small injuries and chronic muscular tension due to lifetsyle fators. Such problems can be treated or avoided with lifestyle measures. Here you can read how. by Knut Holt  [ 2008-08-26 ] By edema excessive fluid gather in body parts or greater areas of the body, making the areas swollen.The reasons are impaired flow of lymph or impaired venous blood flow. Measures to treat edema are here explained. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-31 ] If a person suffering from constipation has been taking purgatives, these should be stopped gradually. The system will probably return to normal by taking enough soups, vegetables, and fruits. However, a worrying type individual may need to take mild laxatives as a temporary measure. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-31 ] Selection of Antibiotics: Before selecting an antibiotic, the presence of infection must be establishment as also the indispensability of the use of an antibiotic. To employ an antibiotic in case of just any fever is not justified. Once it is certain that an antibiotic must be used, the choice of antibiotic becomes cirtical. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-31 ] Amoebiasis is a worldwide disease, particularly common in tropical countries and places where public hygiene and sanitation are poor. Amoebic infection is caused by an organism, Entamoeba histolytica (EH) which usually spreads through contaminated food and water. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-31 ] All the tissues and organs of the body need nourishment in the form of oxygen, glucose, and minerals for their normal functioning. This nourishment is carried by the blood to various sites through the blood vessels by the pumping action of the heart. With each contraction of the heart, blood is pushed into the arteries. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-31 ] All the tissues and organs of the body need nourishment in the form of oxygen, glucose, and minerals for their normal functioning. This nourishment is carried by the blood to various sites through the blood vessels by the pumping action of the heart. With each contraction of the heart, blood is pushed into the arteries. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Precautions. It should not be used in patients with a history of epilepsy or any psychiatric disorder. It should not be used in children below two years. Avoid its use with quinine, quinidine or any other drugs which may cause disturbance of heart beat before or after mefloquine. It should not be used during pregnancy. Driving or operating any machinery should be avoided. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Dihydroergotamine Mesylate (Dihydergot, DHE 45). This can be used by the intramuscular or intravenous route. Its effect is less pronounced than ergotamine. Only a small percentage of persons respond to this drug. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] You only have to see a patient of Parkinson's disease once to be able to make an instantaneous diagnosis of this disease in another. The symptoms are distinct. James Parkinson after whom the disease is named, was the first to give a complete account of this disease in 1817: He described it thus: by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] General measures consist of physical and mental rest, and control of diet. The diet should be bland in nature, and comprise small and frequent meals. In an acute peptic ulcer a meal consisting mainly of milk given frequently. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] New Generation Anti-depressants : Due to a large number of side-effects caused by the tricyclic antidepressants and the monoamine oxidase inhibitors, efforts have been made by pharmaceutical research groups to bring out newer and safer drugs. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] This drug belongs to the category of iminostilbenes and is used in the treatment of psychomotor and grand mal epilepsy. Nowadays it is considered as the drug of first choice for grand-mal epilepsy. It provides partial or complete relief to at least 65% of the patients. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] These drugs decrease the intestinal absorption of carbohydrates, promote their oxidation in the tissues, and also reduce conversion of fats and proteins into glucose in the liver. They reduce elevated blood glucose levels only and do not produce hypoglycemia (fall in blood glucvose levels below normal). by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Blindness is a major health problem the world over. It is estimated that there are approximately 50,000,000 blind persons in the world and another approximately 150,000,000 with diminished or impaired vision who are unable to function effectively. The factors causing visual disability, are discussed briefly in this chapter. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Precautions. It should not be used in patients with a history of epilepsy or any psychiatric disorder. It should not be used in children below two years. Avoid its use with quinine, quinidine or any other drugs which may cause disturbance of heart beat before or after mefloquine. It should not be used during pregnancy. Driving or operating any machinery should be avoided. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Blindness is a major health problem the world over. It is estimated that there are approximately 50,000,000 blind persons in the world and another approximately 150,000,000 with diminished or impaired vision who are unable to function effectively. The factors causing visual disability, are discussed briefly in this chapter. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] You only have to see a patient of Parkinson's disease once to be able to make an instantaneous diagnosis of this disease in another. The symptoms are distinct. James Parkinson after whom the disease is named, was the first to give a complete account of this disease in 1817: He described it thus: by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Blindness is a major health problem the world over. It is estimated that there are approximately 50,000,000 blind persons in the world and another approximately 150,000,000 with diminished or impaired vision who are unable to function effectively. The factors causing visual disability, are discussed briefly in this chapter. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] New Generation Anti-depressants : Due to a large number of side-effects caused by the tricyclic antidepressants and the monoamine oxidase inhibitors, efforts have been made by pharmaceutical research groups to bring out newer and safer drugs. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Precautions. It should not be used in patients with a history of epilepsy or any psychiatric disorder. It should not be used in children below two years. Avoid its use with quinine, quinidine or any other drugs which may cause disturbance of heart beat before or after mefloquine. It should not be used during pregnancy. Driving or operating any machinery should be avoided. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Precautions. It should not be used in patients with a history of epilepsy or any psychiatric disorder. It should not be used in children below two years. Avoid its use with quinine, quinidine or any other drugs which may cause disturbance of heart beat before or after mefloquine. It should not be used during pregnancy. Driving or operating any machinery should be avoided. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] This drug belongs to the category of iminostilbenes and is used in the treatment of psychomotor and grand mal epilepsy. Nowadays it is considered as the drug of first choice for grand-mal epilepsy. It provides partial or complete relief to at least 65% of the patients. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] Dihydroergotamine Mesylate (Dihydergot, DHE 45). This can be used by the intramuscular or intravenous route. Its effect is less pronounced than ergotamine. Only a small percentage of persons respond to this drug. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-30 ] These drugs decrease the intestinal absorption of carbohydrates, promote their oxidation in the tissues, and also reduce conversion of fats and proteins into glucose in the liver. They reduce elevated blood glucose levels only and do not produce hypoglycemia (fall in blood glucvose levels below normal). by Joel Owens  [ 2008-07-26 ] Different kinds of arguments can be heard on whether antibiotics can cure sinusitis or not. But do not join those who easily conclude, whether they are for or against antibiotics for sinusitis. Learn for yourself by getting to know the various factors involved in reaching a decision. by Jeff Taylor [ 2008-07-24 ] The article distinguishes between the narcotics and NSAID painkillers and discusses how people in pain should approach the decisions as to which medications to take. by Jeff Taylor [ 2008-07-24 ] The article answers the most important questions about Ultram: What is Ultram, How to take Ultram, Is Ultram addictive, How does Ultram works? by Jeff Taylor [ 2008-07-23 ] The article reports that thanks to modern science, we now have access to new kinds of pain killers that can give the same effect but without the side effects. Ultram is the leader in these new medications. by Robert Covillien [ 2008-07-19 ] Think about the part of your body that takes the most abuse every day. It doesn't matter if you are jogging at the park, running on the field, or walking around the office, each activity puts stress on a major part of your body.` by Sharon Samraj  [ 2008-07-18 ] Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the large bowel better known in medical circles as colon. Irritable bowel syndrome is not a disease. It can be defined as functional disorder, meaning that certain organs do not function correctly. by Sharon Samraj  [ 2008-07-15 ]
by Stephanie Larkin Larkin  [ 2008-07-10 ] Most consumers pay very little attention to what is in their purchases, but those who do are aware of the many uses of fluorochemicals. These compounds have found their way into a variety of markets. In addition to being the key ingredients in many medicines, these chemicals are used to synthesize a number of other products. by Stephanie Larkin Larkin  [ 2008-07-10 ] The miracles of modern medicine allow doctors to fix problems in the human body that their predecessors couldn’t even diagnose. The rapidly growing field of medical technology continues to eradicate threats to human life at every turn, but one of the most important leaps forward in medicine has been anesthesia’s ability to keep patients comfortable during difficult procedures. by Stephanie Larkin Larkin  [ 2008-07-10 ] Anesthesia is a relatively new development in the ancient practice of medicine. It was not until the last century that doctors harnessed inhalants and other chemicals in order to effectively reduce pain. For the most part, anesthetics are used in order to make intrusive procedures more comfortable for patients, but this can be achieved in a number of ways. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] There are about 8.8 million cases of tuberculosis worldwide, more than 40% of these cases are in South East Asia; India has 53.3% of South East Asian burden. Globally, one person is infected with tubercle bacilli every second. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] Over a billion people carry one or another type of parasite in their intestines. This constitutes one of the major public health problems. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] India is known for its wide variety of cuisine. A large number of condiments and many varieties of chilies are used to titillate the palate, and so, we often tend to overeat. This gives rise to sour eructations, indigestion, and a stomach upset, and we look for an antacid, to set it right. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] Bones always imply hardness. What would happen if bones are no longer hard and tough? The term osteoporosis means 'porosity of bones'. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] The heart pumps blood, which supplies nourishment to all parts of the body, including itself. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] Mental illness is one of the most complicated disorders about which very little is known. No one likes to be labelled as mentally sick. In India, mental illness is a stigma, and the relatives of usually try to keep the patient isolated. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] Tricyclic antidepressants are commonly used in the treatment of mental depression. The exact mechanism of action is not known. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] An attack of migraine may last for several hours and varies in severity. In some, attack is mild and required simple pain relievers. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] You may have witnessed a typical roadside scene where a person has suddenly fallen down and people have gathered around him, saying that he has had an attack of mirgi (the Hindi name for epilepsy). Epilepsy is characterized by fits with loss or disturbance of consciousness, leading to an inability to maintain posture. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] During the evolution process the human being evolved from a four-legged to a two legged being. We have to pay a price of it. The entire weight of our body now rests on two legs instead off our and the knees take the weight of the whole body and are more strained. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] The heart is a unique organ in our body. It pumps blood to all parts of body untiringly and continuously. Do you know how the heart gets its energy? Not from the blood in its cavities but from special blood vessels which penetrate into its muscles and are called coronary arteries. by Richard Bean  [ 2008-07-09 ] The drugs in this group are used for overcoming diarrhea due to infection. These include furazolidone, sulfonamides, and antibiotics. by peter hutch  [ 2008-07-08 ] Dehydration (hypohydration) is the removal of water (hydro in ancient Greek) from an object. In Physiologic terms, it entails a relative deficiency of water molecules in relation to other dissolved solutes by peter hutch  [ 2008-07-08 ]
Pneumonia can be an extremely serious condition. In the very old, the very young, or people with compromised immune systems, it can be deadly. In an otherwise healthy person pneumonia is less serious by peter hutch  [ 2008-07-07 ]
A condition resulting from excessive intake of iron. Iron poisoning generally only occurs when too many iron supplements are taken - most cases involves children accidentally eating too many iron tablets |