Psoriasis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Types of Psoriasis
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Topical Medications
• Systemic Medications
• Phototherapy
• Managing Psoriasis
• Outlook
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Treatment Psoriasis that develops on the hands or feet is often very difficult to treat. However, an advanced clinical trial showed that a medication called efalizumab (Raptiva) effectively cleared or nearly cleared moderate-to-severe symptoms in adults after 12 weeks. Several studies have shown that most people with severe psoriasis who are treated with infliximab (Remicade) have significant improvement in symptoms by week 10. - 0 Comments

Herpes simplex

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Symptoms
• Transmission
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Similar Conditions
• Home Remedies and Preventio...
• Treatment for Genital Herpe...
• Treatment for Oral Herpes...
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Herpes Diagnosis In 2006, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released updated guidelines for diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted diseases.

• For diagnosis of genital herpes, the CDC recommends the use of both skin and blood tests.
• Blood (or type-specific serologic) tests must be able to detect antibodies to glycoprotein G (gG). - 0 Comments
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Shingles and chickenpox (Varicella-zoster virus)

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Symptoms
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Vaccination
• Diagnosis
• Treatment for Chickenpox...
• Treatment for an Acute Shin...
• Treatment for Postherpetic ...
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights New Chickenpox Immunization Schedule In 2007, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated the immunization schedule for the chickenpox vaccine. The CDC now recommends that children receive two doses of the vaccine. - 1 Comment

Foot pain

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Treatment: Corns and Callus...
• Treatment: Bunions
• Treatment: Hammertoes
• Treatment: Ingrown Toenails...
• Treatment: Forefoot Pain...
• Treatment: Heel Pain
• Treatment: Flat Feet
• Treatment: Abnormally High ...
• Treatment: Tarsal Tunnel Sy...
• Treatment: Foot Injury
• Prevention
• Shoes
• Insoles and Orthotics
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Treatment for Ingrown Toenail:

• Orthonyxia, a surgical technique that implants a small metal brace into the top of the nail, was as effective as traditional surgical techniques for preventing ingrown toenail from recurring, according to one study.
• A nonsurgical method for treating ingrown toenail with chemicals uses either sodium hydroxide or phenol, but one study shows that sodium hydroxide procedures have a better outcome and faster recovery than phenol procedures.

Treatment for Forefoot Pain:

• Ultrasound-guided injection of alcohol might provide relief from Morton's neuroma, according to one study. Symptoms improved in 94% of patients who had the treatment, a success rate comparable to that of surgery.

Treatment for Heel Pain:

• NSAIDs reduce pain and disability in people with plantar fasciitis when used with other techniques, such as night splints and stretching.
• Studies show that extracorporeal shockwave therapy provides a very small reduction in heel pain without side effects. It may be a good option for patients who haven't responded well to conservative treatment.

Work-related Foot Problems:

• An estimated 120,000 job-related foot injuries occur every year, about a third of them involving the toes. - 0 Comments
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Systemic lupus erythematosus

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Symptoms
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Treatment for Cutaneous and...
• Treatment for Severe SLE...
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Systematic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) SLE is an autoimmune disease that causes a chronic inflammatory condition. The inflammation triggered by SLE affects many organs in the body, including skin, joints, kidneys, lung, and nervous system. Women, especially African-American and Asian women, are at highest risk for developing SLE. - 0 Comments

Epidermolysis bullosa

Sep 04, 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 Epidermolysis bullosa, dominant dystrophic Epidermolysis bullosa, dystrophic HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Epidermolysis bullosa is a group of inherited disorders in which skin blisters develop in response to minor injury. Alternative Names Junctional epidermolysis bullosa; Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa; Hemidesmosomal epidermolysis bullosa; Weber-Cockayne syndrome Causes, incidence, and risk factors There are four main types of epidermolysis bullosa:

• Epidermolysis bullosa simplex
• Junctional epidermolysis bullosa
• Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa
• Hemidesmosomal epidermolysis bullosa

Another rare type of epidermolysis bullosa, called epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, is an autoimmune disorder. This may be indistinguishable from another autoimmune skin disorder called mucous membrane pemphigoid. - 0 Comments

Varicella-zoster virus

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

• Signs and Symptoms
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Preventive Care
• Treatment Approach
• Other Considerations
• Supporting Research

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M The varicella–zoster virus (VZV) can cause two diseases: chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (herpes zoster). Before a vaccine was developed in 1994, chickenpox was a common contagious childhood disease that produced itchy blisters but rarely caused serious problems. However, if adults who had not had the disease as children contracted it, it could cause more serious complications. - 0 Comments

Herpes simplex virus

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

• Signs and Symptoms
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Preventive Care
• Treatment Approach
• Other Considerations
• Supporting Research

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections are very common worldwide. HSV-1 (usually known as a cold sore) is transmitted through kissing or sharing drinking utensils, and HSV-2 (usually known as genital herpes) through sexual contact. You may be infected and not show symptoms for a long time. - 1 Comment

Rheumatoid arthritis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Symptoms
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Surgery
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Treatment Approaches

• Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who do not respond to single-drug therapy often do better when a combination of drugs is used, indicates a review of 23 clinical trials published in 2007 in the Annals of Internal Medicine. However, the researchers were unable to determine which combinations of drugs work best or which individual drugs are more effective than others.
• Combination drug treatment is now becoming a standard approach to treating rheumatoid arthritis while it is still in its early stages. Another 2007 Annals of Internal Medicine study indicated that initial combination therapies slow progression of joint damage more rapidly than single-drug therapy but, after several years, all treatment strategies produce benefits.

Fish Oil for Joint Pain The omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may have anti-inflammatory properties that can help relieve joint pain, indicates a 2007 review in Pain. - 0 Comments