Cerebral Venous Thrombosis Information Cerebral vein thrombosis (CVT) is a rare and diverse entity. It often affects young-to-middle-aged patients, and more commonly women. Thrombosis of the venous channels in the brain is an uncommon cause of cerebral infarction relative to arterial disease but is an important consideration because of its potential morbidity. Venous thrombosis may occur with headache and cranial nerve palsies. There...... Similar Editorial : by Jenny Sweeney. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Diphtheria Information Diphtheria is an acute bacterial disease. Diphtheria usually attacks the throat and nose. In more serious cases, it can attack the heart and nerves. Diphtheria is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, a bacterium. The bacterium produces a toxin (poison) that is carried in the bloodstream. Diphtheria typically causes a bad sore throat, fever, swollen glands and weakness. Diphtheria is rare in the...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Croup Information Croup has an unmistakable sound a harsh, repetitive cough similar to the noise of a seal barking. It is a respiratory disease which afflicts infants and young children, typically aged between 3 months and 3 years. Croup is characterized by a harsh "barking" cough and sneeze, inspiratory stridor (a high-pitched sound heard on inhalation), nausea/vomiting, and fever. Hoarseness is usually present....... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Encephalitis Information Encephalitis is an inflammation (irritation and swelling) of the brain and caused of mostly infections. Viruses may also directly attack the linings of the brain (meninges) and cause meningitis. One of the most dangerous and the most common cause of encephalitis is the herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV is the same virus that causes cold sores around the mouth, but when it attacks the brain it may be...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Epiglottitis Information Epiglottitis is an acute inflammation in the supraglottic region of the oropharynx with inflammation of the epiglottis, vallecula, arytenoids, and aryepiglottic folds. Epiglottitis involves bacterial infection of the epiglottis, most often caused by haemophilus influenzae type B, although some cases are attributable to streptococcus pneumoniae or streptococcus pyogenes. Epiglottitis typically...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Compartment Syndrome Information Compartment syndrome is a painful condition that results when pressure within the muscles builds to dangerous levels. Common causes of compartment syndrome include tibial or forearm fractures, ischemic-reperfusion following injury, hemorrhage, vascular puncture, intravenous drug injection, casts, prolonged limb compression, crush injuries and burns. Swelling leading to compartment syndrome is...... Similar Editorial : by Kay Blackiston. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Cyanide Poisoning Information Cyanide is a rare but potentially deadly poison. Cyanide is naturally present in parts of some foods, such as apricot pits. It is found in the roots of some plants, such as the cassava plant. Cyanide is found in artificial nail removers that contain acetonitrile. Cyanide is rapidly absorbed from the stomach, lungs, mucosal surfaces, and unbroken skin. Cyanide is used as an ingredient to make...... Similar Editorial : by kevinp. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Information Carbon monoxide, or CO, is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death. Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is produced by the incomplete burning of fuel. In the UK, more than 50 people die from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning every year, and 200 people are seriously injured. CO is found in combustion fumes, such as those produced by cars and trucks, small gasoline engines, stoves...... Similar Editorial : by Anthony Fontanelle. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding Information Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is irregular vaginal bleeding. DUB may be caused by an imbalance of one of the hormones related to ovulation (estrogen or progesterone). In some women, fibroids (benign tumors) or polyps (fleshy growths) of the uterus can also cause menorrhagia. In rare cases, DUB can be caused by endometrial cancer (cancer of the lining of uterus) or cancer of the uterus. Other...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Deep Venous Thrombosis Information Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot (thrombus) in a deep vein, usually in the legs. A clot forms in the larger veins of the area. Thrombophlebitis is the more general class of pathologies of this kind. A blood clot in a deep vein can break off and travel through the bloodstream. The loose clot is called an embolus. When the clot travels to the lungs and blocks blood flow, the condition is...... Similar Editorial : by Wayne and Tamara. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Acute Chest Syndrome And Sickle Cell Disease Information Acute chest syndrome (ACS) is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in sickle cell disease (SCD). People with sickle cell disease are susceptible to a broad array of health problems. Sickle cell disease is an inherited disorder in which red blood cells (RBCs) are abnormally shaped. This abnormality can result in painful episodes, serious infections, chronic anemia, and damage to body...... Similar Editorial : by Juliet Cohen. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Central Retinal Artery Occlusion Information Retinal artery occlusion is a relatively uncommon eye condition. Retinal vessel occlusion is a blockage of the blood supply to the retina, the light sensitive membrane in the back of the eye. This is usually caused such as glaucoma, hypertension, diabetes, coagulation disorders, atherosclerosis, or hyperlipidemia.Vision loss after retinal vein occlusion varies. Hemorrhage (bleeding) may be present...... Similar Editorial : by Juliet Cohen. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Information Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a serious disorder. Disseminated intravascular coagulation also called consumptive coagulopathy. Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) is a syndrome characterized by massive activation and consumption of coagulation proteins, fibrinolytic proteins and platelets. There are two clinical forms of DIC, acute DIC and chronic DIC. Acute DIC is a...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Erythema Multiforme And Stevens-johnson Syndrome Information Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a serious skin condition that arises as a reaction to a medication or an infection. Drugs that have been linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome include NSAIDS , Allopurinol, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, barbiturates, anticonvulsants, and sulfa antibiotics. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a disorder that causes painful blisters and lesions on the skin and mucous...... Similar Editorial : by Juliet Cohen. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Black Widow Spider Bite Information Black widow spiders generally live in trash, closets, attics, woodpiles, garages and other dark places. The black widow is a medium-sized spider whose body is about a half-inch long. Black widow spiders are pretty common in the Southwest U.S. Two species are common to the United States. The southern black widow has the shiny, black, globular abdomen with the distinctive red hourglass on the...... Similar Editorial : by Kelvin Ng. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Premature Greying Of Hair Daily massage your hair with your fingertips it helps proper blood circulation in the scalp. Carrots are especially useful in furnishing fresh blood and maintaining the health of the hair... Similar Editorial : A Head Of Hair by Timknox. | Source : ferritin hair loss
