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Compazine (prochlorperazine) is an prescription-strength antiemetic and antipsychotic approved for the treatment of severe nausea and vomiting, schizophrenia, and generalized non-psychotic anxiety. It is also used to relieve migraine-associated nausea and vomiting, as well as other symptoms of migraine attacks and tension headaches, particularly in the emergency setting. Uses Prochlorperazine is one of the first-line recommended treatments for severe migraine episodes in the emergency setting because it is effective in reducing the symptoms of migraines and headaches, comes in many formulations, and works quickly....

The first-ever COVID-19 strain detected in Wuhan, China in December 2019 was called the L strain. No one really remembers it because the virus has quickly mutated into other strains since early 2020—and that was before any of us cared about COVID-19 variants. At the time, China and some other countries in Asia that had experienced the 2003 SARS epidemic were on high alert. The Chinese government placed several cities on lockdown in January 2020, but the coronavirus was still creeping up on the United States then....

Dizziness is a very common problem. More often than not, it is caused by a condition or illness that is easily treated or resolves on its own. Sometimes, however, dizziness can be a sign that something serious or even life-threatening. By identifying the type of dizziness a person is experiencing, healthcare providers can often pinpoint the underlying cause before it becomes more of a problem. Types of Dizziness Dizziness is a term which can be used to describe several distinct sensations, each of which is linked to different organ systems or illnesses....

DMAE (also known as dimethylaminoethanol, dimethylethanolamine, or Deanol) is a compound sometimes used as an ingredient in lotions, creams, and other skincare products. It is also available in dietary supplement form. Health Benefits DMAE is hypothesized to increase the production of acetylcholine (a chemical that helps nerve cells transmit signals). Since acetylcholine plays a key role in many brain functions, such as learning and memory, proponents claim that taking DMAE in supplement form may boost brain health by raising acetylcholine levels....

Encephalitis is an infection of the brain tissue. It is usually caused by a virus. Some types of viruses that can cause encephalitis include arboviruses, enteroviruses, and herpes viruses. However, most viral infections do not lead to encephalitis. It is a rare complication of an infection. Symptoms of encephalitis are highly variable and include: HeadachesFeverMemory problemsPersonality changesOther problems less obviously linked to the brain, such as nausea. These symptoms are caused by the swelling of the brain that occurs during infection....

For up to 30% of the people who contracted COVID-19, full recovery isn’t immediate. A new study—one of the first to specifically track long COVID patients—shows that these people continue to experience symptoms like mood disorders, fatigue and lethargy, and cognitive impairments like brain fog for months. Key Takeaways A new study from Mayo Clinic shows that people with long COVID experience symptoms like mood disorders and fatigue.The incidence and severity of long COVID were not related to the severity of the original infection....

Genital warts, also known as condylomata acuminata, are small, fleshy growths that can result from an infection by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the U.S. Different strains of HPV can infect the genitalia, mouth, and throat of men and women. Causes of Genital Warts Genital warts are caused by human papillomavirus. There are more than 100 types of HPV that can affect the genital areas, mouth, or throat....

The exact causes for Hodgkin lymphoma are still being determined, but some of the risk factors can include age, gender, and family history. Causes Researchers don’t know the exact reason why Hodgkin lymphoma starts. It begins when a lymphocyte becomes altered and multiplies quickly. It usually starts in B lymphocytes, which make antibodies to protect you from germs. It can spread from lymph node to lymph node and, without treatment, can spread to other parts of the body....

Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that can result in pain and swelling of the lymph nodes, fatigue, fever, weight loss, and more. There are two groups of symptoms when it comes to Hodgkin lymphoma: B symptoms, which could be signs of either Hodgkin lymphoma or non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and general symptoms which could point to Hodgkin lymphoma as well as a number of other illnesses. In some cases, the only symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma is extreme fatigue....

Because of how thyroid hormone impacts bone turnover (bone breakdown and new bone growth), people with hyperthyroidism have an increased risk of getting osteoporosis and more severe osteoporotic disease. Read on to learn more about how hyperthyroidism affects bone loss and how you can manage both conditions simultaneously. Connection Between Hyperthyroidism and Osteoporosis Elevated thyroid hormone activity (hyperthyroidism) increases your risk of osteoporosis, a condition that causes a loss in bone mass and increases the risk of fractures....

Leigh’s disease is an inherited metabolic disorder that damages the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves). Leigh’s disease is caused by problems in the mitochondria, the energy centers in the body’s cells. A genetic disorder that causes Leigh’s disease can be inherited in three different ways. It may be inherited on the X (female) chromosome as a genetic deficiency of an enzyme called pyruvate dehydrogenase complex (PDH-Elx). It could also be inherited as an autosomal recessive condition that affects the assembly of an enzyme called cytochrome-c-oxidase (COX)....

Even though liposuction does not involve large incisions, it is important to know how to care for your body after liposuction. Also known as suction-assisted lipectomy, the procedure removes small to moderate localized deposits of fat. This is done by inserting a cannula through incisions made in areas of the body, moving it to loosen excess fat, and suctioning the fat out using a cannula either connected to a vacuum or hand held syringe....

Massage therapy may offer some relief for people with temporomandibular joint disorder (a condition commonly referred to as TMJ syndrome or TMJ). Marked by pain and stiffness in the jaw, face, and neck, TMJ affects the temporomandibular joint, which connects your jaw to the side of your skull. By using massage on the muscles surrounding the temporomandibular joint, TMJ patients may be able to lessen pain and ease TMJ symptoms....

Covering more than 64.5 million Americans, Medicaid is the largest health insurance provider in the United States. The program, created under the Social Security Act Amendments of 1965, is available to low-income individuals in the fifty states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. It is a collaboration between federal and state governments to provide coverage for basic health care. Understanding how it works can help you to make the most of its benefits....

With the passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, Medicare expanded its coverage of preventive services. Many of those services became free to beneficiaries as long as their Medicare doctor accepted assignment, i.e., they agreed to the terms of Medicare’s annual fee schedule. Some of these screening tests are limited to people who are considered to be high risk for certain conditions. Unfortunately, when it comes to osteoporosis screening, Medicare may not be offering the same level of care to men that it offers to women....

Insomnia is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS), one that can significantly interfere with your quality of life by contributing to daytime fatigue and low energy. Many experts believe sleep-related disorders are direct consequences of the physical and emotional burden of MS. One study reported that 32% of participants with MS had moderate-to-severe insomnia—more than twice the national average. Moreover, 51% said it took them more than half an hour to fall asleep at night....

Nasal polyps are noncancerous growths inside the nose that can affect your breathing or sense of smell and may cause many other problems. It can be a challenging condition to treat because polyps can return after using medications and having surgery. However, there are coping and self-care strategies that can help you manage nasal polyps. Emotional Receiving a diagnosis of nasal polyps can bring up different emotions. You may feel relief after learning what is causing your symptoms....

If you are suffering from sciatica, a type of pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve’s pathway, finding a sciatica treatment is likely on top of your mind. Sciatica can be quite disruptive to daily activities, causing much discomfort. The good news is that there are natural options you can consider to help get you back to normal. Causes Sciatica occurs when its namesake bundle of five spinal nerve roots – the longest in your body, which run from your spinal cord to your hip area and down the back of your legs – are damaged or compressed....

Osteolytic lesions, also called osteoclastic or lytic lesions, are areas of damaged bone that most often occur in people with certain cancers, such as multiple myeloma and breast cancer. On an X-ray, osteolytic lesions appear as tiny holes, giving the bone a “moth-eaten” or “punched-out” appearance. Osteolytic lesions weaken bone, leading to pain, bone fractures, and other potentially serious complications. Treatment is necessary to ease symptoms and stave off further bone deterioration....

Respiratory arrest is the absence or cessation of breathing. Respiratory arrest shows up in two different ways, either as a complete absence of breathing (apnea)or as completely ineffectual gasps (agonal breathing). Regardless whether the patient appears to have muscle movement in his or her chest and shoulders, if no air moves through the airway (or just a tiny bit), then he or she is in respiratory arrest. Apnea A complete lack of breathing is known medically as apnea....