Most of the cancers, if diagnosed and treated in the early stages, are definitely survivable. Most of the cancers, if diagnosed and treated in the early stages, are definitely survivable. The main issue is timely detection. Many types of cancer are still very difficult to detect in the early stages because of their location, vague …
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Compartment syndrome is a very painful condition that occurs when the pressure in and around the muscles increases. Compartment syndrome is a very painful condition that occurs when the pressure in and around the muscles increases. A compartment is a group of muscles, nerves and blood vessels covered by a thin, firm membrane called a fascia. In compartment syndrome, the …
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The COVID-19 antibody test determines whether you have had a recent or past infection The COVID-19 antibody test, also known as a serology test, is a blood test that looks for antibodies to determine whether you have had a recent or past infection of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. What are antibodies? Antibodies are proteins produced by your immune …
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Facts you should know about hurricane preparedness The definition of a hurricane is a type of tropical cyclone (a circulating weather system) over Atlantic and northeastern Pacific tropical waters that has well-defined circulation, and sustained winds of 74 mph or higher. These same types of storms are called typhoons in the western Pacific, and cyclones in the Indian Ocean. All …
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Generic drug: sumatriptan and naproxen sodium Brand name: Treximet What is Treximet (sumatriptan and naproxen sodium), and how does it work? Treximet (sumatriptan and naproxen sodium) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Migraine Headache. Treximet may be used alone or with other medications. Treximet belongs to a class of drugs called NSAIDs; Serotonin 5-HT-Receptor Agonists. It …
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Generic drug: naloxone hydrochloride Brand name: Kloxxado What is Kloxxado (naloxone hydrochloride), and how does it work? Kloxxado (naloxone hydrochloride) nasal spray is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of an opioid emergency such as an overdose or a possible opioid overdose with signs of breathing problems and severe sleepiness or not being able to respond. Kloxxado nasal spray …
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There is no permanent cure for ankylosing spondylitis, but symptoms can be managed effectively with appropriate treatment There is no permanent cure for ankylosing spondylitis, but symptoms can be managed effectively with appropriate treatment, physical therapy, exercise and lifestyle modifications. Although ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic condition, it is not a debilitating disease and most people are able to lead …
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Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) facts Picture of a healthy kidney and multiple cysts on a kidney. *Polycystic kidney disease facts medically edited by: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. Autosomal dominant PKD is the most common inherited form while autosomal recessive PKD is …
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A small tumor in the kidney that may be painless and often an accidental finding on sonography. Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common type of kidney cancer that accounts for 90% of all cases. Cancerous cells typically develop in the lining of very small filtering tubes in the kidney called tubules. Cancer cells start multiplying and grow out …
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The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland situated at the base of the neck, just below Adam's apple. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland situated at the base of the neck, just below Adam's apple. Thyroid cancer is the abnormal growth and uninhibited multiplication of cells of the thyroid gland. This ultimately results in loss of nutrients for the healthy body cells and eventual cell death. The thyroid …
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