Orthopnea is different from sleep apnea. When you find it difficult to breathe while lying down because of the accumulation of fluids in your lungs, it is known as orthopnea. Usually, it takes time to have a sudden onset. You may wake up from sleep because of lack of oxygen. Orthopnea is different from sleep …
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Preparation H is a popular topical (applied over the inflamed area) treatment for hemorrhoids, both external and internal. Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen, inflamed veins around the anus or the lower part of the rectum (the terminal part of the large bowel). Hemorrhoids are common in both males and females. It is estimated that 1 in 20 Americans have …
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Generic drug: abacavir, dolutegravir, and lamivudine Brand name: Triumeq What is Triumeq (abacavir, dolutegravir, and lamivudine), and how does it work? Triumeq (abacavir, dolutegravir, and lamivudine) is a prescription medicine used to treat HIV-1 infection in adults and children who weigh at least 88 pounds (40 kg). HIV-1 is the virus that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Triumeq contains …
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Tachypnea is rapid, fast, and shallow breathing Tachypnea is rapid, fast, and shallow breathing. In this condition, a person’s respiratory rate is higher than the normal range (12-20 breaths per minute). It is caused by an imbalance between the respiratory gases leading to a decreased supply of oxygen and increased carbon dioxide in the blood. The buildup of carbon dioxide …
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3D illustration of the lungs.Source: iStock Facts you should know about pleurisy Pleurisy involves inflammation of the tissue layers (pleura) lining the lungs and inner chest wall. Pleurisy is often associated with the accumulation of fluid between the two layers of pleura, known as pleural effusion. Pleurisy is caused by a variety of conditions, such as infections, tuberculosis (TB), congestive …
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Green mucus, yellow mucus, and excessive phlegm can indicate infection.Source: Getty Images What is mucus? Mucus is a normal, slippery and stringy fluid substance produced by many lining tissues in the body. It is essential for body function and acts as a protective and moisturizing layer to keep critical organs from drying out. Mucus also acts as a trap for …
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Generic drug: fosdenopterin Brand name: Nulibry What is Nulibry (fosdenopterin), and how does it work? Nulibry (fosdenopterin) is cyclic pyranopterin monophosphate (cPMP) indicated to reduce the risk of mortality in patients with molybdenum cofactor deficiency (MoCD) Type A, a rare type of brain dysfunction (encephalopathy). What are the side effects of Nulibry? Side effects of Nulibry include: catheter-related complications, fever, …
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Generic drug: amifampridine Brand name: Firdapse What is Firdapse (amifampridine), and how does it work? Firdapse is a prescription medicine used to treat Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), an autoimmune disease, in adults. It is not known if Firdapse is safe or effective in children. What are the side effects of Firdapse? Firdapse may cause serious side effects, including: Seizures. Serious …
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Generic drug: lorlatinib Brand name: Lorbrena What is Lorbrena (lorlatinib), and how does it work? Lorbrena (lorlatinib) is a prescription medicine that is used to treat people with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that is caused by an abnormal anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) gene and, that has spread to other parts of your body and, who have taken the medicine …
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Bursitis is a painful medical condition of the knee bursa.Source: Getty Images Facts you should know about knee bursitis A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that functions as a gliding surface to reduce friction between moving tissues of the body. There are three major bursae of the knee. Localized swelling, warmth, and tenderness, as well as knee pain, often accompany …
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