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Childhood Brain Tumor Survivors Face More Struggles

Childhood Brain Tumor Survivors Face More Struggles

Latest Cancer News TUESDAY, June 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Adult survivors of childhood brain tumors often face intellectual and financial struggles, a new study finds. Advances in treatment have prolonged the lives of many childhood brain tumor patients, but survivors may have to contend with a number of effects from the disease and its […]

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etodolac, Lodine (Discontinued)

What is etodolac? What is etodolac used for? Etodolac belongs to a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Other members of this class include ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Nuprin, etc.), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), indomethacin (Indocin), nabumetone (Relafen) and numerous others. These drugs are used for the management of mild to moderate pain, fever, and […]

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phenylbutazone (Butazolidine)

What is phenylbutazone, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Phenylbutazone is prescribed to treat inflammation and pain that results from ankylosing spondylitits, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and osteoarthritis. Phenylbutazone has been removed from the United States market due to the availability of newer drugs with less adverse effects. Phenylbutazone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug […]

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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

REFERENCES: Bossini-Castillo, L., et al. “A genome-wide association study of rheumatoid arthritis without antibodies against citrullinated peptides.” Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases 74 (2015): e15. Costenbader, Karen H., and Elizabeth W. Karlson. “Epstein-Barr Virus and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Is There a Link?” Arthritis Res Ther 8.1 (2006): 204. Crane, M.M., et al. “Epidemiology and Treatment of […]

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Hypertension: Looking beyond the classic risk factors

Hypertension: Looking beyond the classic risk factors

A recent study examines the relationship between where people live and the risk of developing hypertension and metabolic syndrome. The authors conclude that the location and type of home could play a significant role. How does the local environment impact hypertension risk? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hypertension, or high […]

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clindamycin vaginal suppository (Cleocin)

clindamycin vaginal suppository (Cleocin)

What is clindamycin? What is clindamycin used for? Clindamycin vaginal cream is indicated for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (formerly referred to as Haemophilus vaginitis, Gardnerella vaginitis, nonspecific vaginitis, Corynebacterium vaginitis, or anaerobic vaginosis) in non-pregnant women. Clindamycin in general is an antibiotic used for treating several other infections as well. It is effective against […]

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Health Tip: Sun Protection for Skin of Color

Health Tip: Sun Protection for Skin of Color

(HealthDay News) — Sun protection should not be limited to those with fair skin, says the Skin of Color Society. Latest Skin News People with darker skin are still at risk of skin cancer triggered by the sun’s ultraviolet rays. The Skin of Color Society recommends using sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher […]

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tadalafil, Cialis, Adcirca

tadalafil, Cialis, Adcirca

What is tadalafil, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Tadalafil is an oral drug that is used for treating impotence (the inability to attain or maintain a penile erection) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is in a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors that also includes sildenafil (Viagra) and vardenafil (Levitra). […]