Cancer on the tongue first appears as a pinkish-red lump or sore on the sides of the tongue Cancer on the tongue first appears as a pinkish-red lump or sore on the sides of tongue margins. It may be numb or firm to feel and doesn’t fade away over time. The characteristics of these lumps …
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What is Asparlas (calaspargase pegol – mknl), and how does it work? Generic drug: calaspargase pegol – mknl Brand name: Asparlas Asparlas (calaspargase pegol – mknl) is an asparagine specific enzyme indicated as a component of a multi-agent chemotherapeutic regimen for the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia in pediatric and young adult patients age 1 month to 21 years. What are the …
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What is Onsolis (fentanyl buccal), and how does it work? Generic drug: fentanyl buccal Brand name: Onsolis Onsolis is: A strong prescription pain medicine that contains an opioid (narcotic) that is used to manage breakthrough pain in adults (18 years of age and older) with cancer, who are already routinely taking other opioid pain medicines around-the-clock for cancer pain. Onsolis is started …
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Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) or Duhring’s disease looks similar to herpes lesion Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) or Duhring’s disease looks similar to herpes lesion (a cluster of dew drops over skin) but is not caused by herpes virus. It is characterized by a cluster of red, itchy, bumpy skin rashes that may affect the elbows, knees, buttocks, lower back, and scalp. The …
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What is Copiktra (duvelisib), and how does it work? Generic drug: duvelisib Brand name: Copiktra Copiktra (duvelisib) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) or Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL) who have received at least 2 prior therapies and they did not work or are no longer working. Follicular Lymphoma (FL) who have received at least 2 …
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TMJ refers to the syndrome affecting the temporomandibular joint, where the jaw meets the skull.Source: Getty Images Facts you should know about temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. When this joint is injured or damaged, it can lead to a localized pain disorder called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome or …
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What is Afluria Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine), and how does it work? Generic drug: Influenza Vaccine Brand name: Afluria Quadrivalent Afluria Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine) is an inactivated influenza vaccine indicated for active immunization against influenza disease caused by influenza A subtype viruses and type B viruses contained in the vaccine. Afluria Quadrivalent is approved for use in persons 18 years of age and …
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What is Purinethol (mercaptopurine), and how does it work? Generic drug: Purinethol Brand name: mercaptopurine Purinethol (mercaptopurine) is used to slow the growth of cancer cells. Purinethol is also used to treat certain types of leukemia. What are the side effects of Purinethol? Common side effects of Purinethol include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, itching or skin rash, or darkened skin color. Temporary …
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An illustration of teeth shows the inflamed area of tooth decay targeted during a root canal.Source: iStock What is a root canal? A root canal is a treatment of the pulp of the tooth that is inflamed, infected, or dead. The dental pulp is a soft substance in the center of the tooth that consists of the nerve, blood vessels, …
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A woman rubs her sore neck due to a pinched nerve.Source: Getty Images What is a pinched nerve? A "pinched nerve" is the name given to the uncomfortable sensation, pain, or numbness caused when increased pressure leads to irritation or damage to a peripheral nerve. (A peripheral nerve is one that is outside the brain and spinal cord.) Although this …
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