Substance abuse vs. substance dependence Substance abuse is the use of drugs or alcohol to the point where it causes problems in your life. Substance dependence (addiction) is when you are unable to quit using drugs or alcohol. Chances are good that you have heard the terms substance abuse and substance dependence, but did you know that …

Women can have muscle dysmorphia or bigorexia; however, it is more common in men than in women. Women can have muscle dysmorphia or bigorexia. The condition, however, is more common in men than in women. Muscle dysmorphia is more common in teens and young adults. Studies report that it affects about 0.5 percent of all men although these data are …

Generic Name: mannitol Brand Name: Osmitrol Drug Class: Diuretics, Osmotic Agents What is mannitol, and what is it used for? Mannitol is a diuretic medication that promotes urination and is administered intravenously to reduce intracranial pressure and intraocular pressure from fluid buildup. Mannitol is used to treat acute kidney failure in the phase of reduced urine output (oliguric phase), to …

Generic Name: docusate Brand and Other Names: Colace, DSS, Albert Docusate, Docusate Calcium, docusate sodium, DulcoEase, Phillips Liqui Gels, Silace, Soflax, dioctyl sulfosuccinate Drug Class: Laxatives, Stool Softener What is docusate, and what is it used for? Docusate is a stool softening laxative available over-the-counter, used to treat constipation. Docusate may be used to relieve constipation associated with opioid therapy, or …

Nearly 75 percent of lateral neck biopsies done in patients older than 40 years of age are cancerous. Most neck masses are noncancerous, but persistent, continuously growing neck mass requires a neck biopsy. Nearly 75 percent of lateral neck biopsies done in patients older than 40 years of age are cancerous. This is because only suspicious neck masses are biopsied. …

A combination of various drug addiction therapies works hand in hand to make treatment effective, which is often tailored to a patient’s specific requirements. Various types of drug addiction treatment programs are available. However, the patient may find it difficult to select the one that is beneficial for them. In reality, not one type of treatment but a combination of …

ADHD in adults results in mental and physical problems that eventually impact relationships and cause difficulty in daily life. Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might face a wide range of difficulties in all aspects of their lives. According to the American Psychiatric Association, approximately five percent of children have ADHD and roughly half will continue to display symptoms …

Although rare, rhabdomyomas are the most common type of heart tumor in children. A cardiac tumor is a growth that occurs in the heart. Heart tumors in children are uncommon, affecting just approximately one percent of newborns. Rhabdomyomas are the most common type of heart tumor in children.  Rhabdomyomas account for more than 60 percent of pediatric cardiac tumors. A …

Laser dentistry is the use of a laser during dental procedures to remove or change hard or soft tissues. Laser dentistry is the use of a laser during dental procedures to remove or change hard or soft tissues. Despite the fact that the laser was invented decades ago, its use in dentistry has not been prevalent until recently. A laser …

IVP stands for intravenous pyelogram, which is an X-ray examination of the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra IVP stands for intravenous pyelogram, which is an X-ray examination of the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. IVP uses a contrast material or dye that is injected into the vein. X-rays are used …