Weight loss treatments
Ephedra, a compound related to ephedrine, is no longer available in the United States due to safety concerns. Many over-the-counter diet pills previously contained ephedra. Although some studies have shown that ephedra sometimes helps with weight ... [... more]
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Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
Pregnancy risks - The risk of harm from taking sulfasalazine during pregnancy is likely to be very low; the drug is usually continued in women with active disease. However, in two studies, harm to the fetus was reported if mothers were exposed to ... [... more]
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Warfarin (Coumadin®)
WHAT IS WARFARIN? - Warfarin (brand name Coumadin®, Warfilone®) is a prescription medication that inhibits normal blood clotting (coagulation). Because it interferes with the formation of blood clots, it is also called an anticoagulant. Many ... [... more]
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Parkinson disease symptoms and diagnosis
CAUSE - The cause of Parkinson disease is not known. Normally, certain nerve cells (neurons) in the brain make a chemical called dopamine, which helps to control movement. In people with PD, these neurons slowly degenerate and lose their ability ... [... more]
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Osteoarthritis treatment
INTRODUCTION - Osteoarthritis (OA) is characterized by a gradual loss of cartilage from the joints and, in some people, joint inflammation. OA can affect almost any joint, although it occurs most frequently in the hands, knees, hips, and spine. ... [... more]
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Treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in adults
INTRODUCTION - Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of cancer of the blood. It affects a group of white blood cells called myeloid cells. Normally, myeloid and other blood cells are produced by the bone marrow (the spongy area in the middle of ... [... more]
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Poison ivy
Some types of poison ivy produce a green or off-white fruit in autumn, and in some cases, black dots may form on the plants' leaves. Plants may not be identifiable by their leaves alone since the appearance can vary depending upon the season, ... [... more]
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Food allergy symptoms and diagnosis
INTRODUCTION - Reactions to food are common, and can be divided into two categories, those caused by food allergy and all other reactions. It is important to know the difference between food allergies and other illnesses or symptoms caused by ... [... more]
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Immunizations for travel
INTRODUCTION - Travel immunizations can help prevent many of the more serious travel-related health problems. It is important to plan ahead for these immunizations because most of them require four to six weeks to become effective. The ... [... more]
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Arthritis and exercise
INTRODUCTION - Exercise is known to have benefits for people with arthritis. However, many people with arthritis do not exercise, often because of joint or muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, or joint swelling. This can lead to loss of joint motion, ... [... more]
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Multiple myeloma treatment
Types of treatment - There are four main types of treatment: High risk MM treatment options - The best treatment option for patients with high risk multiple myeloma is not clear. Most experts recommend enrolling in a clinical trial (see "Clinical ... [... more]
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Exercise
INTRODUCTION - Physical activity is any activity that involves major muscle groups, including routine daily activities such as shopping or climbing stairs. Exercise includes any activity done with a goal of improving or maintaining physical ... [... more]
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