In most patients diagnosed with stage IV ovarian cancer, the 5-year survival rate is approximately 17% The overall survival rates of stage IV ovarian cancer depend on various factors, such as age, treatment, prognosis and overall health of the patient. Statistics in different sources may also vary according to the population and data collected. Stage …
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Cialis vs. Viagra quick comparison Cialis (tadalafil) and Viagra (sildenafil) are phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors used for treating impotence (erectile dysfunction, or ED). Adcirca is another brand name of tadalafil. Common side effects of Cialis and Viagra that are similar include flushing (redness or warmth of the face, neck, or chest), headaches, stomach pain or upset, flu-like symptoms (such as stuffy …
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Generic drug: monomethyl fumarate Brand name: Bafiertam What is Bafiertam (monomethyl fumarate), and how does it work? Bafiertam (monomethyl fumarate) is a prescription medicine used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults. It is not known if Bafiertam is safe and effective in children. What are the side …
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Generic drug: cabozantinib Brand name: Cabometyx What is Cabometyx (cabozantinib), and how does it work? Cabometyx (cabozantinib) is a prescription medicine used to treat people with: advanced kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma) liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) who have been previously treated with the medicine sorafenib. It is not known if Cabometyx is safe and effective in children. What are the …
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Oxycodone vs. tramadol: What’s the difference? Oxycodone is a semi-synthetic narcotic (opiate) pain medication. It is synthesized from thebaine, a part of the poppy plant. Tramadol is a schedule IV, man-made (synthetic) pain reliever (analgesic). It is not a narcotic medication, and it is not a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs). Oxycodone is classified as a Schedule II drug by the …
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Abilify vs. Invega Abilify (aripiprazole) and Invega (paliperidone) are antipsychotic drugs used to treat schizophrenia. A difference is that Abilify is also used to treat mania, depression, bipolar disorders, autistic disorders, and some irritable behavior disorders. Common side effects of Abilify and Invega include: drowsiness dizziness headache lightheadedness upset stomach nausea weight gain blurred vision decreased sex drive/difficulty having an …
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Breast cancer usually first spreads to the lymph nodes under the arms, around the collarbone and inside the breasts Breast cancer usually first spreads to the lymph nodes under the arms, around the collarbone and inside the breasts. The lymph nodes where cancer is likely to first spread are known as sentinel nodes. Other parts of the body to which …
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Blue light therapy can be used to treat depression Full spectrum bright fluorescent light that simulates the wavelengths of natural daylight is the most effective light therapy for certain types of depression. It is part of the first line treatment for a type of depression that occurs with change in seasons, known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), but also useful …
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Signs that breast cancer has spread include constant fatigue, constant nausea, loss of appetite and unexplained weight loss Metastatic breast cancer is stage IV cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body. Cancers are a group of diseases in which some types of cells turn abnormal and proliferate without control. Cancer can start anywhere and spread to any …
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Excessive blue light can negatively affect mental health Blue light can affect mental health by interfering with the way our brain regulates mood, emotions and sleep. The lift in our spirits in response to a sunny day with bright blue skies is an obvious beneficial effect of light on our mood. This effect is primarily from blue light, the color …
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