Viral encephalitis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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• Introduction
• Causes
• Symptoms
• Risk Factors
• Prognosis
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Vaccinations
• Prevention
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights West Nile Virus In 2007, 3,510 cases of West Nile virus were reported to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. States with the highest number of reported cases included Colorado, California, and North Dakota. - 0 Comments

Multiple sclerosis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• The Autoimmune Disease Proc...
• Symptoms
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Drug Treatment
• Other Treatments
• Treating the Complications...
• Lifestyle Changes
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Gender and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) MS is increasingly affecting women, according to research presented at the 2007 annual conference of the American Academy of Neurology. Researchers found that in the 1940s, women were twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with MS. By 2000, women were about four times more likely than men to develop MS. - 1 Comment

Schizophrenia

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Symptoms
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Therapy
• Other Treatments
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approvals

• In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved risperidone (Risperdal) and aripiprazole (Abilify) for treatment schizophrenia in teenagers. These drugs are the first atypical antipsychotics approved specifically for children.
• Paliperidone (Invega) is the newest atypical antipsychotic drug approved for treatment of schizophrenia in adults. Paliperidone is chemically related to risperidone.

Diabetes Risk and Atypical Antipsychotics

• In 2007, the manufacturer of olanzapine (Zyprexa, Symbex) added new warnings to the drug’s prescribing label. - 0 Comments
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Asthma in adults

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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• Introduction
• Symptoms
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• Risk Factors
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• Treatment
• Quick-Relief Medications...
• Long-Term Relief Medication...
• Other Treatments
• Managing Asthma
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Warning In 2007, the FDA requested the manufacturers of omalizumab (Xolair) to include a “boxed warning” emphasizing that this drug may cause a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Omalizumab is approved for patients who have moderate-to-severe asthma related to allergies and whose symptoms are not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids. It is given by injection in a doctor’s office every 2 - 4 weeks. - 0 Comments

Syphilitic aseptic meningitis

Sep 03, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Causes, incidence, and risk factors
• Symptoms
• Signs and tests
• Treatment
• Expectations (prognosis)
• Complications
• Calling your health care provider
• Prevention

Illustrations Central nervous system HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Syphilitic aseptic meningitis is a complication of untreated syphilis that involves inflammation of the tissues covering the brain and spinal cord. The condition is marked by changes in mental status and problems with nerve function. Alternative Names Meningitis - syphilitic Causes, incidence, and risk factors Syphilitic aseptic meningitis is a form of meningovascular neurosyphilis, which is a progressive life-threatening complication of syphilis infection. - 0 Comments

AIDS

Sep 03, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
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• Causes, incidence, and risk factors
• Symptoms
• Signs and tests
• Treatment
• Support Groups
• Expectations (prognosis)
• Complications
• Calling your health care provider
• Prevention
• References

Illustrations Tuberculosis in the lung Kaposi's sarcoma - lesion on the foot AIDS STDs and ecological niches HIV Primary HIV infection Canker sore (aphthous ulcer) Mycobacterium marinum infection on the hand Dermatitis, seborrheic - close-up Dermatitis, seborrheic on the face Histoplasmosis, disseminated in HIV patient Molluscum on the chest Kaposi's sarcoma on the back Kaposi's sarcoma - close-up Kaposi's sarcoma on the thigh Kaposi's sarcoma - perianal Molluscum contagiosum on the face Herpes zoster (shingles), disseminated Antibodies HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is the final and most serious stage of HIV disease, which causes severe damage to the immune system. Alternative Names Acquired immune deficiency syndrome Causes, incidence, and risk factors AIDS is the fifth leading cause of death among people aged 25-44 in the United States, down from number one in 1995. About 25 million people worldwide have died from this infection since the start of the epidemic, and 40.3 million people around the world are currently living with HIV/AIDS. - 0 Comments