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Exploring Safety: Oral Surgery with General Anesthesia for People with Epilepsy   created at May 26, 2009   229   For individuals with epilepsy considering oral surgery under general anesthesia, safety is paramount. Here's what you need to know:Anesthesia ConsiderationsThe safety of undergoing oral surgery with general anesthesia depends on various factors, including ...

Understanding the Risks of Sedation for Oral Surgery   created at May 26, 2009   211   Sedation for oral surgery can range from mild relaxation to deep unconsciousness, with various levels of sedation in between. While sedation can make the surgical experience more comfortable for patients, it's essential to understand the associated risks. ...

Natural Ways to Boost Low FSH Levels in Men   created at Oct 08, 2009   221   If you're struggling with low follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels, making some lifestyle changes could help naturally elevate your hormone levels. Here's a 90-day plan to raise FSH levels naturally:1. Clean Up Your Diet: Eliminate smoking, alcohol, d...

Navigating Lyme Disease Concerns: Antibiotics and a Wait-and-See Approach   created at May 12, 2009   135   Concerns about Lyme disease often prompt parents to consider immediate antibiotic treatment for their children after a tick bite. However, the decision to prescribe antibiotics right away is nuanced, and here's why:**1. Slim Chances of Infection: The likel...

Navigating the Path to Healing: Treatment Options for Stomach Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   165   When it comes to addressing stomach cancer, medical professionals employ a multifaceted approach, utilizing three primary forms of treatment to combat this challenging condition:Surgery: A pivotal component in the treatment arsenal, surgery involves the me...

Exploring Clinical Trials for Ovarian Cancer Treatment - What You Need to Know   created at May 05, 2009   147   Are there clinical trials available for ovarian cancer? The answer is a resounding yes. Clinical trials offer hope and potentially groundbreaking treatments for ovarian cancer patients.Clinical trials are research studies designed to test new treatments, p...

Unveiling the Best Mascara for Brown Eyes - Beyond Black and Brown   created at Sep 04, 2009   190   When it comes to enhancing the allure of brown eyes, many tend to stick to the classics: black or brown mascara. But why limit yourself to the conventional when there's a world of vibrant possibilities awaiting your experimentation? Today, we're diving int...

How do they put people to sleep for an oral surgery?   created at May 26, 2009   179   For oral surgery you are generally put under general anesthesia - this means that you will be "asleep during the procedure" You will be given an IV, probably in the arm, with Versed or another sedative drug.After you are "asleep" you will then be given loc...

The best LASIK surgeon   created at Aug 26, 2009   105   Your regular ophthalmologist may be able to refer a good LASIK surgeon. You may also be able to find a list of surgeons in your local or online Yellow Pages. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration also offer a variety of links on their resource page (http: ...

What are the side effects of Hodgkin's disease treatment?   created at May 22, 2009   130   The methods used to treat Hodgkin's disease are very powerful. The treatment often causes side effects, both short-term and permanent. Side effects depend on the type of treatment and on the part of the body being treated. Also, each patient may respond di...

How should I treat my baby's chicken pox?   created at May 13, 2009   171   Keep your baby home from daycare until all the sores have crusted over to prevent her from spreading the disease and to give her time to recuperate. Unfortunately, children are most contagious the day or two before the rash erupts, usually before parents k...

How do I get rid of lice?   created at May 13, 2009   155   Because lice can travel from one head to another, getting rid of the bugs and nits right away can keep them from spreading to other children and family members. But eliminating lice isn't always easy. Lice-killing shampoos, called pediculicides, might soun...

What substances are most likely to cause a severe reaction?   created at May 12, 2009   193   There are many possible allergens, but these are the most common: • Peanuts, tree nuts (such as walnuts and cashews), shellfish (like shrimp and lobster), fish, milk, and eggs are the most common culprits, although any food can cause a severe allergic rea...

Stopping an asthma attack   created at May 11, 2009   112   Your doctor will probably prescribe one or more drugs for your baby. Drugs known as quick relievers are used to stop an asthma attack. These fast-acting medications relieve the spasms in the airway, making breathing easier. Quick-reliever drugs such as alb...

What should I do if the rash doesn't get better?   created at May 11, 2009   131   Talk with your baby's doctor or a pediatric dermatologist. If the rash doesn't get better after following the suggestions above, your doctor might suggest trying mild topical steroids, which can be bought over the counter. If the over-the-counter variety d...

What effect do nasal polyps have on sinus problems?   created at May 08, 2009   105   Nasal polyps are not true polyps but rather are probably caused by inflammation in the nose. They look like peeled grapes but are basically fluid-filled sacs. They can be found anywhere in the sinuses or nose and commonly are associated with sinus infectio...

Side effects of chemotheray for ovarian cancer   created at May 05, 2009   121   With chemotherapy, side effects depend on which drugs the patient receives, as well as personal variance from patient to patient. In general, chemotherapy drugs affect rapidly dividing cells. The drugs kill cancer cells, but also affect other cells in the ...

What are the causes and risk factors for ovarian cancer?   created at May 05, 2009   187   It is difficult to discover what actually causes cancer from one person to another, but researchers have discovered several factors that increase a woman’s likelihood of developing ovarian cancer. Some risk factors for ovarian cancer include: Most ovarian...

The treatment for Pancreatic Cancer? What should I ask?   created at May 04, 2009   103   Three kinds of treatment are used for pancreatic cancer: Surgery – taking out the cancer in an operation Radiation therapy – using high-dose x-rays or other high-energy rays to kill cancer cells Chemotherapy – using drugs to kill cancer cells A doctor m...

Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   157   Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy is sometimes given after surgery for colorectal cancer to try to prevent the disease from recurring, or coming back. This additional treatment is called adjuvant therapy. The doctor may us...

What are the side effects of treatment for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   215   The methods used to treat thyroid cancer are very powerful. That's why treatment often causes side effects. Fortunately, most side effects are temporary. After radioiodine therapy, some people get swelling of the salivary glands in the cheeks or neck.  Th...

What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   275   Because of advances in diagnosis and treatment of thyroid cancer, a longer and better life is possible for patients today. Treatment planning takes into account the type of thyroid cancer and the stage of the disease as well as the general health and age o...

Drugs causing Acne   created at May 03, 2009   1,072   Surely we know how various items can cause skin reactions. We all know people who break out when stung by bees, or people who get rashes when they eat certain foods. It's no surprise that there are some drugs that cause our oil glands to get a little exube...