Brest cancer gland
Thu,09 February 2012
If treatment started early enough, there are excellent prospects for the preservation of life and, if so, and chest. The disease affects approximately one out of eleven women and occurs more frequently than any other form of cancer (about 11.9 thousand cases per year). If breast cancer localized to the gland, the five-year survival is around 90%.
But few women inspect monthly breast or take any other systematic efforts to identify the disease. The disease is the cause of more deaths (38.4 thousand a year) than any other type of cancer, and leads in a number of deaths of women aged 40-44 years.
Use of antibiotics for acne may increase risk
Sat,11 February 2012
CHICAGO - Individuals treated with antibiotics for acne for more than six weeks were more than twice as likely to develop an upper respiratory tract infection within one year as individuals with acne who were not treated with antibiotics, according to an article in the September issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.
Although there is considerable concern that the overuse of antibiotics will lead to resistant organisms and an increase in infectious illness, there have been few studies on people who have actually been exposed to antibiotics for long periods, according to background information in the
Antibiotics history
Mon,13 February 2012
For years, scientists have issued warnings that mixing antibiotics into animal feed may be creating drug-resistant bacteria that are being passed on to humans.
Now, for the first time, studies are supporting antibiotics theory.
"Antibiotic-resistant organisms are ubiquitous," says Stanley Katz, professor of biochemistry and microbiology at Rutgers' Cook College. "Wherever you look -- in the soil, the water, the food, the air -- you'll find antibiotic-resistant germs. ... And there's only one place to start in addressing the problem. We have to look at minimizing the use of antibiotics in the agriculture industry.&q
What is penicillin allergy?
Sun,29 January 2012
A penicillin allergy is an allergic reaction that occurs when your body's immune system overreacts to penicillin antibiotics.
What are the symptoms of penicillin allergy?
Common allergic reactions to penicillin include rashes, hives, itchy eyes, and swollen lips, tongue, or face.
In rare cases, an allergy to penicillin can cause an anaphylactic reaction, which can be deadly. This type of reaction usually develops within an hour after you take penicillin. Symptoms include difficulty breathing, hives, wheezing, dizziness, loss of consciousness, rapid or weak pulse, skin turning blue, diarrhea,
Gestational Diabetes
Fri,27 January 2012
What is gestational diabetes?
If your blood sugar level first becomes too high when you are pregnant, you have gestational diabetes. It usually goes away after the baby is born.
High blood sugar can cause problems for you and your baby. Your baby may grow too large, which can cause problems during delivery. Your baby may also be born with low blood sugar. But with treatment, most women with gestational diabetes are able to control their blood sugar and give birth to healthy babies.
Women who have had gestational diabetes are more likely than other women to develop type 2 diabetes later on. You may be
What is borderline personality disorder?
Mon,23 January 2012
Borderline personality disorder is a mental illness that causes intense mood swings, impulsive behaviors, and severe problems with relationships and self-worth. People with this disorder often have other problems such as depression, eating disorders, or substance abuse.
Most of the time, signs of the disorder first appear in childhood. But problems often don't start until early adulthood. Treatment can be very hard, and getting better can take years. This is because problems with emotions and behaviors are hard to improve. But treatment may work better than experts used to think. Most people with severe symptoms get better over t
What You Absolutely Need to Know
Wed,25 January 2012
Antibiotics are said to be the greatest contribution of modern day science helping the doctors to think beyond microorganinsms.their importance is felt much more in developing countries where the infections are prevalent. There is a mushrooming of antibiotics since last few decades because of both the need and the demand of aseptic conditions both in and out of the hospital. Tue,31 January 2012
During an asthma attack, the airways swell and narrow. This makes it hard to breathe. Asthma is a lifelong problem, but it does not have to limit you. If you take charge of your asthma, you can lead a full and active life. Sat,21 January 2012
Cow's milk is one of the most common allergy-causing foods in children, and it's the leading cause of allergic reactions in very young children. Milk allergy affects about 2 percent to 3 percent of infants worldwide, and its signs and symptoms can be serious enough to cause distress not just for an allergic child, but also for the child's family. The good news is that most children outgrow a milk allergy by age 2 or 3. Thu,19 January 2012
All corticosteroids reduce inflammation in the airways that carry air to the lungs (bronchial tubes). They also decrease the mucus made by the bronchial tubes and make it easier for you to breathe.
Why It Is Used
What are antibiotics?
Antibiotics are chemical or biological substances either produced by microorganisms or are produced artificially to kill or inhibit the growth of other microorganisms. They are used at very low concentrations.
Taking charge of your asthma
There are two parts to taking charge of asthma:
* Controlling asthma over the long term. You and your doctor can make a daily treatment plan that helps reduce the swelling of your airways and prevent attacks. Using a daily treatment plan also helps you keep track of your asthma and know how well your treatment is working.
* Treating at
Milk allergy
Allergic reactions usually occur a few minutes to a few hours after you consume milk — but in some cases, it can be days before signs and symptoms occur. Signs and symptoms range from mild to
Systemic corticosteroids
Systemic corticosteroids travel throughout the body before reaching the airway. This results in more side effects and more serious side effects than with inhaled corticosteroids, which treat inflammation in the airways only.
Systemic corticosteroids help control narrowing and inflammation in the airways of the lungs in asthma. They are used to:
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