Facts you should know about a capsule endoscopy Modern endoscopic techniques have revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, and duodenum) and the colon. The last remaining frontier has been the small intestine. The small intestine has been a difficult organ in which to make diagnoses and treat...
EEG Introduction An EEG, or electroencephalogram, is a test that can help diagnose epilepsy. During an EEG, the electrical signals of the brain are recorded. This electrical activity is detected by electrodes, or sensors, placed on the patient’s scalp and transmitted to a polygraph that records the activity. Electrical signals produced by the brain neurons...
Vyvanse vs. Strattera comparison Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) and Strattera (atomoxetine) are both used in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and the both work by affecting levels of certain neurotransmitters. (Neurotransmitters are chemicals that allow nerves and nerve cells to communicate with one another). Lisdexamfetamine is in the same drug class of central nervous system (CNS) stimulants...
What is Balamuthia? <a href="../script/main/submit-patient-comments.asp?questionid=6070" title="Please share your experience with Balamuthia.” onclick=”wmdTrack(‘pc-drv-share’);” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow ugc”>Share Your Story Balamuthia mandrillarisis a free-living ameba (a single-celled living organism) found in the environment. It is one of the causes of granulomatous amebic encephalitis (GAE), a serious infection of the brain and spinal cord. Balamuthia is thought to enter...
Broken foot definition and facts Picture of Foot Anatomy Detail The bones in the foot may be broken in many ways including direct blows, crush injuries, falls and overuse or stress. Signs and symptoms of a broken foot may include pain, limping, swelling, bruising, and refusal to bear weight on the affected foot. Initial treatment...
What is vaginismus? Vaginismus is both a physical and psychological condition, making treatment complex. Vaginismus is an involuntary contraction of the vaginal muscles which makes sexual intercourse difficult or impossible due to pain (dyspareunia). Vaginismus is not common. It can cause severe physical and psychological pain. Vaginismus can be classified as either primary or secondary....
What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)? Readers Comments 16 Share Your Story Picture of the urinary tract A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. These are the structures that urine passes through before being eliminated from the body. The kidneys are a pair of small organs...
At 17th week of pregnancy, a woman continues to be in the second trimester or 5th month of pregnancy. At the 17th week of pregnancy, a woman continues to be in the second trimester or 5th month of pregnancy. Both the mother’s body and fetus (baby) continue to grow. The ligaments (called round ligaments) that...
What facts should I know about asthma? Picture of a girl with asthma using an inhaler by iStock What is asthma? Asthma is a clinical syndrome of chronic airway inflammation characterized by recurrent, reversible, airway obstruction. Airway inflammation also leads to airway hyperreactivity, which causes airways to narrow in response to various stimuli. Who is...
What are dental braces? Dental braces are devices that are placed directly on teeth in order to move them. For most of us, braces are the most common method for achieving optimally aligned teeth. Aside from straightening teeth, braces are used to improve the relationship of how our teeth come together between the upper and...