Poland syndrome facts Poland syndrome is noted for the underdevelopment or absence of the chest (pectoralis) muscles on one side of the body as well as webbing of the fingers (cutaneous syndactyly) on the hand of the same side (ipsilateral side) of the body. Poland syndrome is a congenital malformation affecting the chest muscle and …
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Hunter syndrome definition and facts Share Your Story Abnormalities in an individual's genetic makeup cause genetic disease. Hunter syndrome is a genetic disease caused by a deficient or absent enzyme that is X-linked recessive. Hunter syndrome occurs mainly in males and produces symptoms starting at ages 2 to 4 years. Symptoms of Hunter syndrome range from mild to severe and …
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Deafness is profound hearing loss, wherein people may only be able to hear very little or nothing at all. Deafness is profound hearing loss, wherein people may only be able to hear very little or nothing at all. Some people may be born deaf (congenital deafness). In some, it may occur during early childhood due to genetic factors, trauma, infections, etc. Some …
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Facts you should know about Powassan virus (POW virus) Readers Comments 3 Share Your Story Picture of a map of Powassan virus infections reported by states, 2006-2015; SOURCE: CDC Powassan viruses are members of the genus Flavivirus; there are two types, termed lineage 1 and lineage 2. Powassan virus disease is an infection caused by these viruses that may result …
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Generic drug: omacetaxine mepesuccinate Brand name: Synribo What is Synribo (omacetaxine mepesuccinate), and how does it work? Synribo is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with a type of blood cancer called chronic myeloid leukemia (CML): that is in the chronic phase or accelerated phase, and who have not responded to (resistant) or cannot tolerate 2 or more medicines …
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Generic drug: oxymetazoline hydrochloride Brand name: Upneeq What is Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride), and how does it work? Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride) ophthalmic solution is an alpha-adrenergic agonist used to treat acquired drooping upper eyelid (blepharoptosis) in adults. What are the side effects of Upneeq? Side effects of Upneeq include: punctate keratitis, eye redness, dry eye, blurred vision, instillation site pain, eye …
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Generic drug: dexamethasone Brand name: Maxidex What is Maxidex (dexamethasone), and how does it work? Maxidex (dexamethasone) ophthalmic suspension 0.1% is an adrenocortical steroid used for: steroid responsive inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment of the globe such as allergic conjunctivitis, acne rosacea, superficial punctate keratitis, herpes zoster keratitis, iritis, cyclitis, selected infective conjunctivitides …
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Generic drug: neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and dexamethasone Brand name: Maxitrol What is Maxitrol (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and dexamethasone), and how does it work? Maxitrol (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and dexamethasone) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of inflammatory ocular conditions/infections. Maxitrol may be used alone or with other medications. Maxitrol belongs to …
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Self-injury and cutting are deliberate acts of harming the body due to various reasons. Disclaimer: We strongly forbid the patients from engaging in self-injury or cutting for any reason. This practice is neither safe nor effective to manage any mental health issue. Reach out to your doctor, friends or relatives if you are in any kind of distress. Self-injury and …
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Interstitial means “at intervals” in Latin. Interstitial means “at intervals” in Latin. In medical terms, this word is usually used to denote interstitial lung disease. Interstitial lung disease (ILD) describes a large group of conditions that cause swelling and scarring of lung tissues. The scarring leads to stiffness in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. ILD can affect other …
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