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03/07/2020

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05/03/2019

Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a medical emergency that usually requires hospitalization. Treatment focuses on eliminating the underlying cause, controlling symptoms and minimizing complications as your skin regrows.

Recovery after Stevens-Johnson syndrome can take weeks to months, depending on the severity of your condition. If it was caused by a medication, you'll need to permanently avoid that drug and others closely related to it.

Symptoms
Stevens-Johnson syndrome signs and symptoms include:

Fever
Unexplained widespread skin pain
A red or purple skin rash that spreads
Blisters on your skin and the mucous membranes of your mouth, nose, eyes and ge****ls
Shedding of your skin within days after blisters form
If you have Stevens-Johnson syndrome, several days before the rash develops you may experience:

Fever
Sore mouth and throat
Fatigue
Cough
Burning eyes
When to see a doctor
Stevens-Johnson syndrome requires immediate medical attention. Seek emergency medical care if you experience signs and symptoms of this condition.
Causes
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare and unpredictable reaction. Your doctor may not be able to identify its exact cause, but usually the condition is triggered by a medication or an infection. A reaction to medication may start while you're using it or up to two weeks after you've stopped using it.

Medication and therapy causes
Drugs that can cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:

Anti-gout medications, such as allopurinol
Medications to treat seizures and mental illness (anticonvulsants and antipsychotics), with added risk if you also undergo radiation therapy;
Pain relievers, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve)
Medications to fight infection, such as penicillin
Infectious causes
Infections that can cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:

Herpes virus (herpes simplex or herpes zoster)
Pneumonia
HIV
Hepatitis A
Risk factors
Factors that increase your risk of developing Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:

An HIV infection. Among people with HIV, the incidence of Stevens-Johnson syndrome is about 100 times greater than among the general population.
A weakened immune system. If you have a weakened immune system, you may have an increased risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Your immune system can be affected by an organ transplant, HIV/AIDS and autoimmune diseases.
A history of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. If you've had a medication-related form of this condition, you are at risk of a recurrence if you use that drug again.
A family history of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. If an immediate family member has had Stevens-Johnson syndrome or a related condition called toxic epidermal necrolysis, you may be more susceptible to developing Stevens-Johnson syndrome too.
The HLA-B*1502 gene. If you have a gene called HLA-B 1502, you have an increased risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, particularly if you take certain drugs for seizures, gout or mental illness. Families of Chinese, Southeast Asian or Indian descent are more likely to carry this gene.
Complications
Stevens-Johnson syndrome complications include:

Secondary skin infection (cellulitis). Cellulitis can lead to life-threatening complications, including sepsis.
Blood infection (sepsis). Sepsis occurs when bacteria from an infection enter your bloodstream and spread throughout your body. Sepsis is a rapidly progressing, life-threatening condition that can cause shock and organ failure.
Eye problems. The rash caused by Stevens-Johnson syndrome can lead to inflammation in your eyes. In mild cases, this may cause irritation and dry eyes. In severe cases, it can lead to extensive tissue damage and scarring that results in visual impairment and, rarely, blindness.
Lung involvement. The condition may lead to acute respiratory failure.
Permanent skin damage.
When your skin grows back following Stevens-Johnson syndrome, it may have abnormal bumps and coloring. And you may have scars. Lasting skin problems may cause your hair to fall out, and your fingernails and toenails may not grow normally.

07/02/2019

You may have heard the term “angina pectoris” or “stable angina” in your doctor’s office, but what is it, and what could it mean for you? It’s important to understand the basics.

Angina pectoris is the medical term for chest pain or discomfort due to coronary heart disease. It occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get as much blood as it needs. This usually happens because one or more of the heart's arteries is narrowed or blocked, also called ischemia.

Angina usually causes uncomfortable pressure, fullness, squeezing or pain in the center of the chest. You may also feel the discomfort in your neck, jaw, shoulder, back or arm. (Many types of chest discomfort — like heartburn, lung infection or inflammation — aren‘t related to angina.) Angina in women can be different than in men.

03/02/2019

Ways To Calculate Safe Period To Avoid Pregnancy

Once you understand the science behind menstrual cycles and what happens in each phase, you can calculate safe days with higher accuracy. The premise behind safe period calculator is to prevent unwanted pregnancy naturally without any side effects.

What is Safe Period (Unfertile Period)?
Safe period refers to the time when a woman has fewer chances of getting pregnant So, if you do not want a baby and do not want to use contraceptives, this is the time when you should have s*x.

Biologically speaking, this is the time when there is no egg in a woman’s body. If you have in*******se at the times when there is no egg, you cannot get pregnant because this is the unfertile period in a menstrual cycle.

For most women, ovulation happens approximately 14 days before the next menstruation starts. It is not easy to know exactly when the woman would start her next menstruation. However, if a woman’s periods are mostly regular, it is easy to calculate the days of ovulation. To do this, you need to use the dates of previous menstruation as a starting point. It is important to note that an egg can only be fertilised four days before ovulation and three days after ovulation. In other words, this is not the safe period, and you should avoid in*******se during this period.

02/02/2019

What's the menstrual cycle?
The menstrual cycle is the monthly series of changes a woman's body goes through in preparation for the possibility of pregnancy. Each month, one of the ovaries releases an egg — a process called ovulation. At the same time, hormonal changes prepare the uterus for pregnancy. If ovulation takes place and the egg isn't fertilized, the lining of the uterus sheds through the va**na. This is a menstrual period.

What's normal?
The menstrual cycle, which is counted from the first day of one period to the first day of the next, isn't the same for every woman. Menstrual flow might occur every 21 to 35 days and last two to seven days. For the first few years after menstruation begins, long cycles are common. However, menstrual cycles tend to shorten and become more regular as you age.

Your menstrual cycle might be regular — about the same length every month — or somewhat irregular, and your period might be light or heavy, painful or pain-free, long or short, and still be considered normal. Within a broad range, "normal" is what's normal for you.

Keep in mind that use of certain types of contraception, such as extended-cycle birth control pills and intrauterine devices (IUDs), will alter your menstrual cycle. Talk to your health care provider about what to expect.

When you get close to menopause, your cycle might become irregular again. However, because the risk of uterine cancer increases as you age, discuss any irregular bleeding around menopause with your health care provider.

How can I track my menstrual cycle?
To find out what's normal for you, start keeping a record of your menstrual cycle on a calendar. Begin by tracking your start date every month for several months in a row to identify the regularity of your periods.

If you're concerned about your periods, then also make note of the following every month:

End date. How long does your period typically last? Is it longer or shorter than usual?
Flow. Record the heaviness of your flow. Does it seem lighter or heavier than usual? How often do you need to change your sanitary protection? Have you passed any blood clots?
Abnormal bleeding. Are you bleeding in between periods?
Pain. Describe any pain associated with your period. Does the pain feel worse than usual?
Other changes. Have you experienced any changes in mood or behavior? Did anything new happen around the time of change in your periods?
What causes menstrual cycle irregularities?
Menstrual cycle irregularities can have many different causes, including:

Pregnancy or breast-feeding. A missed period can be an early sign of pregnancy. Breast-feeding typically delays the return of menstruation after pregnancy.
Eating disorders, extreme weight loss or excessive exercising.
Eating disorders — such as anorexia nervosa — extreme weight loss and increased physical activity can disrupt menstruation.
Polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS).
Women with this common endocrine system disorder may have irregular periods as well as enlarged ovaries that contain small collections of fluid — called follicles — located in each o***y as seen during an ultrasound exam.
Premature ovarian failure. Premature ovarian failure refers to the loss of normal ovarian function before age 40. Women who have premature ovarian failure — also known as primary ovarian insufficiency — might have irregular or occasional periods for years.
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This infection of the reproductive organs can cause irregular menstrual bleeding.

Uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus. They can cause heavy menstrual periods and prolonged menstrual periods.

What can I do to prevent menstrual irregularities?
For some women, use of birth control pills can help regulate menstrual cycles. Treatment for any underlying problems, such as an eating disorder, also might help. However, some menstrual irregularities can't be prevented.

In addition, consult your health care provider if:

Your periods suddenly stop for more than 90 days — and you're not pregnant
Your periods become erratic after having been regular
You bleed for more than seven days
You bleed more heavily than usual or soak through more than one pad or tampon every hour or two
Your periods are less than 21 days or more than 35 days apart
You bleed between periods
You develop severe pain during your period
You suddenly get a fever and feel sick after using tampons
Remember, tracking your menstrual cycle can help you find out what's normal for you and what isn't. If you have questions or concerns about your menstrual cycle, talk to your health care provider.

01/02/2019

Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition caused by an overactive immune system. Symptoms include flaking, inflammation, and thick, white, silvery, or red patches of skin.

30/01/2019

Enlarged Prostate - BPH
BPH stands for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Benign means "not cancer," and hyperplasia means too much growth. The result is that the prostate becomes enlarged,these symptoms usually start after the age of 50 and by age 70, almost all men have some prostate enlargement. BPH is not linked to cancer and does not raise your chances of getting prostate cancer,however the symptoms for BPH and prostate cancer can be similar.

BPH Symptoms:
• Trouble starting a urine stream or making more than a dribble.
• Passing urine often, especially at night.
• Feeling that the bladder has not fully emptied.
• A strong or sudden urge to pass urine.
• Weak or slow urine stream.
• Stopping and starting again several times while passing urine.
• Pushing or straining to begin passing urine.

30/01/2019

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