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Pharmacologic Approaches to
Glycemic Treatment:
The goals
in caring for patients with diabetes mellitus are to eliminate symptoms and to
prevent, or at least slow, the development of complications. FIND BELOW TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TYPE 2 DIABETES:
Management of hypertensionMany guidelines exist for the management of hypertension.
Most groups, including the JNC, the American Diabetes Associate (ADA), and the
American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) recommend
lifestyle modification as the first step in managing hypertension.Lifestyle modificationsJNC 7 recommendation...
Overview of OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a disease
characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue and bone
structure, which can lead to increased bone fragility and risk of fracture. The most common fractures associated
with osteoporosis are in the hip, spine, wrist, and shoulder.
Osteoporosis is the major cause
o...
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This case–control study evaluated the association
between upper respiratory infections and risk of incident rheumatoid
arthritis (RA). The study included 741 patients with RA and 2223 age-,
sex- and electronic health history–matched controls.
Acute respiratory infection burden, acute and chronic
sinusi...
Treatment should be tailored to a
specific diagnosis. A treatment plan for a diagnosis of depression and an
anxiety disorder should be designed to help a person manage and reduce the
symptoms of both disorders, often at the same time. RemoveAvailable Brand
What is restless legs
syndrome?Restless legs syndrome (RLS),
also called Willis-Ekbom Disease is a common neurological condition, causes
unpleasant or uncomfortable sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to
move them.
RLS is classified as a sleep
disorder since the symptoms are triggered by resting and attempting to sleep,
a...
Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic disorder of the
digestive system caused by the lower esophageal sphincter not closing properly.
This can allow stomach acid, bile into esophagus, causing inflammation and, in
some cases, tooth erosion.
Heartburn and acid regurgitation
are the main symptoms of GERD, though some people have...
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is very common during
pregnancy; approximately 45%-80% of
pregnant women have experienced GERD. GERD can have a negative impact on quality of
life, particularly late in pregnancy.
The elevated progesterone hormone
levels of pregnancy probably cause reflux by lowering the pressure in the lower
esophag...
GERD is a chronic disorder of the
digestive system caused by the lower esophageal sphincter not closing properly.
This can allow gastric acid, bile into esophagus, causing inflammation and, in
some cases, tooth erosion.GERD occurs more commonly in individuals who are:Overweight or obese because of increased pressure on the abdomen.Pregnant...
The primary treatment approach
for most people of OCD will be to start with psychological treatment in the
form of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). However, for some people
where therapy as not proved successful initially, the NICE guidelines recommend
additional therapy (CBT with ERP), or a choice of medication in the form
of Selective S...
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges in management and
follow-up in common respiratory diseases such as asthma.
This review will discuss the current recommendations regarding asthma and
COVID-19 based on best available evidence at this time. RemoveAvailable Brand
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma. It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm).Asthma Symptoms:Montelukast recommended dose is once a day in the evening and it’s important to take it regularly even when patient have no symptoms.Note: Montelukast is not a rescue medi...
