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Generic drug: dorzolamide hydrochloride-timolol maleate Brand name: Cosopt What is Cosopt (dorzolamide hydrochloride-timolol maleate), and how does it work? Cosopt (dorzolamide hydrochloride-timolol maleate) is a prescription eye drop solution that contains two medicines, dorzolamide hydrochloride called an ophthalmic carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and timolol maleate called a beta-blocker. Cosopt is used to lower high pressure in …

What are piles? In most cases, you can manage symptoms from piles at home. Sometimes you need surgery to repair piles. Piles are another name for hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are bumps caused by swollen veins in and around the anus. They got the nickname piles from the Latin word “pila,” which means ball. Piles can look like balls, hence the name.  …

What is a sentinel lymph node biopsy? Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that contain cells from the immune system. They filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid and are connected to lymph vessels. Lymph nodes can also contain cancer cells that have spread from the site of the cancer into the lymphatic fluid. The sentinel lymph nodes are …

What is a corn on the foot? You can get rid of a corn on your foot with medications, alternative remedies and treatments, and surgery. Corns may be uncomfortable, but they grow to protect your foot from damage and can be easily treated. These are also called hyperkeratosis and are often caused by friction or pressure on the skin. A …

A diagram of the liver, pancreas, and bile passage. Symptoms and signs of liver diseases include weakness and fatigue, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, and yellow discoloration of the skin (jaundice).Source: Veer What facts should I know about liver disease? What is the liver? What is its function? The liver plays an important role in many bodily functions from protein production …

Generic drug: latanoprost Brand name: Xelpros What is Xelpros (latanoprost) ophthalmic emulsion, and how does it work? Xelpros (latanoprost) ophthalmic emulsion is a prostaglandin F2a analog indicated for reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma, or ocular hypertension. What are the side effects of Xelpros? Common side effects of Xelpros include: eye pain/stinging, ocular hyperemia, eye redness, …

Phosphorus is an essential mineral that the body needs Hyperphosphatemia or high phosphorus levels in the body is generally caused by kidney disease or by consuming too much dietary phosphorus and not enough dietary calcium. Normal working kidneys help remove excess phosphorus in the blood. When a person has chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidneys cannot eliminate phosphorus very well. High …

A close-up of an under eye hematoma.Source: iStock Facts you should know about hematoma A hematoma is a collection of blood outside of a blood vessel. There are several types of hematomas and they are often described based on their location. Examples of hematomas include subdural, spinal, under the finger or toenail bed (subungual), ear, and liver (hepatic). Some causes …

Sensitivity is a broad term used to describe one’s response to the environment Sensitivity is a broad term used to describe one’s response to the environment, either physical or emotional. For example, sensitivity to cold means there is a decreased tolerance to cold, sensitivity to pain means a person has a relatively lower pain threshold, and sensitivity to pollen means developing an …

A doctor examines a patient’s hands for scabies.Source: Pixtal Images Facts you should know about scabies Scabies is an itchy, highly contagious skin disease caused by an infestation by the itch mite Sarcoptes scabiei. Direct skin-to-skin contact is the mode of transmission. A severe and relentless itch is the predominant symptom of scabies. Sexual contact is the most common form …