Posts

Zetonna is an inhaled corticosteroid nasal aerosol that is used for the treatment of both seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis. In the United States, Zetonna is available by prescription only. Zetonna received FDA approval for use in January 2012 for adults and children 12 years of age or older. Zetonna comes in a “dry” aerosol canister that delivers a 37-microgram dose, unlike Omnaris, which is similar to Zetonna (same active ingredient) but in a “wet” nasal spray....

Glioblastoma, also known as glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) or a grade 4 astrocytoma, is one of the most common and aggressive types of brain tumors, causing about 50 percent of all gliomas. Symptoms While GBM typically occurs after age 50, it may occur in younger people as well, causing headaches, seizures, and focal neurological problems such as speech difficulty or cognitive changes. Other symptoms of glioblastoma include weakness, numbness, vision changes, and personality changes....

Many people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are active in their community, and donating blood is a way to give back. It’s not uncommon for people with IBD to be on the receiving end of blood transfusions. When feeling better, this can often lead to a natural desire to contribute to a blood bank. However, it can be confusing, because in many cases there is not a direct answer as to whether people who have IBD are acceptable donors....

In a conversation with a patient living with multiple sclerosis (MS), Holly Elser, PhD, learned heat was especially triggering for the patient’s MS symptoms. When she arrived home that evening, Elser, a fourth-year medical student at Stanford with a PhD in epidemiology, dug deeper into the research on heat and MS. Key Takeaways Preliminary research shows a link between abnormally warm temperatures and hospital visits by MS patients.Warmer temperatures affect people with MS year-round—not just during heatwaves....

For people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), decisions about drinking alcohol can be difficult to make, particularly if it’s not discussed during a doctor’s appointment. Social situations where drinking is accepted, encouraged, and even expected are frequent in our culture. This is especially true for young people, and as IBD tends to occur more frequently in teens and young adults, drinking is an important issue for them to consider. It has not been proven that drinking alcohol can worsen the symptoms of IBD, but drinking has been shown to significantly affect the digestive system as well as the rest of the body....

Tongue cancer can grow on the main portion of the tongue or at its base. Early signs of cancer on the base of the tongue can be difficult to see. The most common form of tongue cancer is squamous cell carcinoma. Below, we look at some of the symptoms of tongue cancer and go over when it’s time to see a healthcare provider. Early Symptoms Cancer of the tongue can happen on the part of the tongue called the oral tongue, which is the front two-thirds, or on the back one-third of the tongue, also known as the base of the tongue....

Elbow bursitis, also called olecranon bursitis, is irritation or inflammation of a sac that covers and cushions the outside of the elbow. This occurs when extra fluid collects in the area due to injury or an inflammatory condition. With elbow bursitis, you may notice a squishy lump on the back of your elbow that may or may not be painful. This article explains the symptoms and causes of elbow bursitis. It also covers how this condition is diagnosed and treated....

Parents of young kids nationwide recently received some disappointing news. On February 11, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it was postponing an advisory committee meeting set for the following week where experts would choose whether to recommend the authorization of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children younger than 5. Key Takeaways The FDA is delaying its meeting to review the safety and effectiveness of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5....

Glaucoma refers to a group of diseases that cause damage to the optic nerve. Containing more than a million nerve fibers, the optic nerve connects the eye to the brain. This important nerve is responsible for carrying images to the brain. The optic nerve fibers make up a part of the retina that gives us sight. This nerve fiber layer can be damaged when the pressure of the eye (intraocular pressure) becomes too high....

For many reasons, exercise is an essential component of osteoarthritis treatment. But the exercise must not exacerbate osteoarthritis symptoms. Which types of exercise are best for osteoarthritis patients? Is gym equipment recommended for osteoarthritis patients? An exercise regimen that includes strength training, flexibility or range-of-motion exercise and some aerobics is optimal for osteoarthritis patients. Walking, swimming and cycling are good choices of aerobic exercise for osteoarthritis patients because they are less stressful on the joints (low impact) compared to activities like jogging....

Ginger, echinacea, and curcumin are just a few of the herbs that you may hear about when looking into natural remedies for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or other respiratory conditions. Many of these herbs have received support in traditional medicine, and anecdotally, but there is limited scientific evidence to support their use. It’s important to remember that there is no cure for COPD. And while its progression can be slowed, lifestyle changes, prescription medications, lung therapy, and surgery are the proven treatments for doing so....

Joint pain, specifically in the knees and hips, is very common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). It is usually due to a nerve-related or muscle-related manifestation of MS rather than degeneration of cartilage or inflammation of the joints, as seen in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or lupus. Causes The nerve and musculoskeletal symptoms that characterize MS can indirectly contribute to aching joints and body pains. Causes include: Spasticity of the leg muscles Lack of coordination Balance problems (caused by a disturbance in proprioception) Numbness and tingling in the feet, which cause you to be off-balance or lose coordination (sensory ataxia) Fatigue Muscle weakness Foot drop Muscle spasms In addition, if you rely on a cane or walker, this can throw off your gait, which can cause the joints to be sore....

Executive functioning involves the ability to organize, plan and carry out a set of tasks in an efficient manner. It also includes the ability to self-monitor and control our behaviors and multiple other cognitive functions and to perform goal-directed behavior. It can be described as high level thinking skills that control and direct lower levels of cognitive functioning. Interestingly, although memory impairment often goes along with executive impairment, a person can show no memory problems but still be impaired in decision-making and executive functioning....

It’s a common question and a complicated answer: Why won’t my surgeon give me more pain medication? I’m having pain so why doesn’t he just give me better pain medication? Some pain after surgery is expected. The goal of pain management is to make the pain manageable or to significantly reduce your pain, the goal is not to eliminate pain. This allows you to get through your day, to take care of yourself and continue with the healing process....

Jill Biden has returned to the White House after being treated for basal cell carcinoma yesterday. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common—and an easily-treated—form of skin cancer. Key Takeaways First Lady Jill Biden underwent a minimally-invasive procedure called Mohs surgery to remove skin cancer.The procedure is particularly effective for Biden’s cancer type, basal cell carcinoma.Biden was scheduled for Mohs surgery after identifying a cancerous growth above her eye during a routine skin check....

The labrum is a type of cartilage that surrounds the socket of ball-and-socket joints. A labrum is found in both the shoulder and the hip joint. The labrum forms a ring around the edge of the bony socket of the joint. It helps to provide stability to the joint by deepening the socket, yet unlike bone, it also allows flexibility and motion. Injuries to the labrum have long been recognized as a possible source of pain and discomfort....

Wherever Marlee Matlin, an award-winning deaf actress, goes, her sign language interpreter Jack Jason is at her side. Jason and Matlin have been a team since the beginning of Matlin’s career. He talked with Verywell about interpreting and being Matlin’s business partner. Verywell: Are you a child of deaf adults (CODA)? Jason: I am a proud CODA. My parents attended the California School for the Deaf in Berkeley, California. My mom grew up in California and my dad grew up in New York, and they met at Berkeley without much interest in each other....

Nausea and vomiting are common and distressing symptoms in many palliative care patients. Identifying the cause or causes and treating the symptoms promptly can increase comfort and quality of life. Prevalence of Nausea and Vomiting Toward the End of Life Nausea—an unpleasant feeling in the stomach that may or may not be followed by vomiting—is very common as a patient moves toward the end of life. It is most common in patients with terminal cancer....

With ocular melanoma, the pigment-producing cells that give your eyes color, known as melanocytes, become cancerous. Symptoms will depend on the size and location of the tumor and can range from no symptoms at all to problems with your vision, as well as pain and pressure in the eye. Ocular melanoma usually starts in the layer just beneath the white part of your eye (the sclera), in what’s known as the uvea....

On Friday, November 21, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the use of Regeneron’s monoclonal antibody cocktail for the treatment of COVID-19. The drug, referred to as REGN-COV2, is the same one that President Trump received after being diagnosed with COVID-19 in early October. Key Takeaways The FDA issued emergency use authorization to Regeneron’s monoclonal antibodies—casirivimab and imdevimab—for the treatment of COVID-19.The treatment is only authorized for people with mild to moderate COVID-19 infections, not anyone who is hospitalized....