Macular degeneration damages yourcentral vision. As it progresses, it leaves blank or distorted areas of vision that can eventually threaten driving safety. you’re free to continue to drive as usual early in the disease process. Mónica E. Vázquez Alvarez / Getty Images But over time, driving will become an issue. Keep in mind the following: Driving With Dry vs. Wet AMD Symptoms The two types of AMD are dry andwet....
This article looks at amitriptyline and why it may be prescribed. It also discusses precautions, dosage, warnings, and side effects. What Is Amitriptyline Used For? Getty Images/clubfoto Amitriptyline is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating symptoms ofdepression. This medication is meant to be taken every day for the prevention of depressive symptoms. People usually have to take it for four to six weeks before seeing improvement....
This article discusses the use of amitriptyline to treat migraines. Can Children Take Amitriptyline for Migraines? Dosing Amitriptyline comes as a tablet you swallow. OJO_Images/Getty Images The AHS/AAN Guidelines for Prevention of Episodic Migraines recommend between 25 and 150 mg of amitriptyline per day. It will take some medication adjustment to figure out the best dosage for you. Alcohol use and opioids present a special risk to people who take amitriptyline....
Your healthcare provider can help you decide on the best option for you. And if the first option does not work, you may also be able to change your medication. These medicines lowerblood pressurethrough different ways in the body. Richard Baker/ Contributor / Getty Images What Is High Blood Pressure? You and your provider can help decide the best course of action for you. Consult your healthcare providers for personalized advice on managing drug interactions and adjusting treatment plans....
A pharmacist shares her expertise. Amoxicillin is derived frompenicillin. JORGE CORCUERA / Getty Images Can Amoxicillin Cause a Rash? JORGE CORCUERA / Getty Images Allergies to amoxicillin and other antibiotics are undoubtedly possible. This is well-documented in children who take amoxicillin while infected with the Epstein-Barr virus that causesmononucleosis (mono). Up to 30% develop a rash that mimics a drug allergy but is not. A Word on Probiotics Probioticscan help protect against allergic reactions and minimize the side effects of amoxicillin....
But experts say its eventual approval will be a game-changer for people with severe allergies. My thoughts are shared by many members of the healthcare community, including emergency room doctors and allergists. There are many people, especially younger patients, who have anxiety about the auto-injectors needle. Serhii Brovko / Getty Images EpiPens must be used appropriately, and can sometimes be cumbersome to carry. What Is Anaphylaxis? Anaphylaxisis a whole-body severe immune reaction to an allergen....
The combination of these two amino acids produces an intensely sweet-tasting substance. Hence, the term nonnutritive. Aspartame is widely used in various foods and beverages marketed as diet or sugar-free. BigRedCurlyGuy / Getty Imahes This article delves into the safety concerns, special considerations, and potential side effects of aspartame. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified aspartame as possibly carcinogenic to humans. However, the FDA disagreed with IARCs conclusion that aspartame is a possible carcinogen....
However, more recently, experts have been questioning the cholesterol hypothesis. This article explains the theory, its implications, and factors besides cholesterol that researchers are considering. What Is the Cholesterol Hypothesis? Stocktrek Images/Getty Images Specifically, they recommend reducing saturated fat intake and replacing it with unsaturated fat, especially polyunsaturated fat. For decades, experts urged people to alter their diets to reduce cholesterol levels. In addition, pharmaceutical companies spent billions of dollars developing drugs for lowering cholesterol....
Sue Thomas: F.B.Eyeoriginally aired on the Pax Channel from October 2002 to May 2005. Bray-Kotsur’s husband, Troy Kotsur, is also deaf and appeared on the program. Here, they discuss their experiences on the show. Rodrigo Vaz / Getty Images Actor number one??? Things have changed with that show! “A hearing actress will not completely understand my path of silence,” the real Sue explained. Also, I didn’t know the show would end up being a TV series....
The termdeaf cultureis commonly used in the deaf community. Deaf culture is used to describe unique characteristics found among the population of deaf and hard of hearing people. It’s reflected in art, literature, social environments, and much more. AndreyPopov / Getty Images What Is Deaf Culture? Based on this definition, the deaf community can be said to have its own unique culture. In addition, thedeaf communityengages in social and political activities exclusive to them....
There are two main types of ichthyosis: hereditary and acquired. Most cases are hereditary and can affect any gender or ethnicity. Acquired Ichthyosis Symptoms Acquired ichthyosis symptoms are often very similar to those of hereditary ichthyosis. DermNet /CC BY-NC-ND Typical symptoms include: Scales are most common on the elbows and lower legs. Scales in these regions may also be thicker than other areas of the body on which they appear....
It is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate medical attention. Aldosterone levels are typically not affected. Only bilateral adrenal hemorrhage leads to an adrenal crisis. Illustration by Emily Roberts, Verywell Treatment High doses of hydrocortisone (a corticosteroid) are the main treatment for adrenal crisis. Intravenous fluids (IVF) are also given to help with dehydration and low blood pressure. It is especially useful in ensuring that you get the right treatment if you experience an adrenal crisis....
Airborne diseases are caused byvirusesand bacteria that are capable of becoming suspended in the air. They typically spread when an infected individual coughs or sneezes. They can then be inhaled, resulting in new infections. Airborne diseases can affect both animals and humans. This article looks at some of the airborne viruses and bacteria that cause disease in humans. It also discusses the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of these illnesses. Airborne transmission is not the same as droplet transmission....
