Electrical injury

Sep 03, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Considerations
• Causes
• Symptoms
• First Aid
• Do Not
• Call immediately for emergency medical assistance if
• Prevention

Illustrations Shock Electrical injury HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition An electrical injury can occur to the skin or internal organs when a person is directly exposed to an electrical current. Alternative Names Electrical shock Considerations The human body is a good conductor of electricity. Direct contact with electrical current can be fatal. - 0 Comments

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Overview Several medical conditions can increase the risk for, or even cause, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Diabetes, hypothyroidism, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, obesity, and pregnancy are the main conditions associated with CTS. Many of the underlying diseases that contribute to the development of CTS are also associated with more severe forms of CTS. - 0 Comments

Back pain and sciatica

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Medications
• Complementary and Alternati...
• Exercise and Physical Thera...
• Surgery
• Other Treatments
• Specific Treatment for Acut...
• Specific Treatment for Chro...
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Prevention
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Surgery Kyphoplasty, a surgical technique used to treat spinal fractures, does not improve a person's back pain or quality of life, according to a review published in 2006 by a nonprofit health services research agency. Kyphoplasty should only be done if bed rest, medicines, and physical therapy do not relieve back pain. Ultrasound Therapeutic ultrasound uses sound waves to deliver gentle vibrations to an area of the body. - 0 Comments

Urinary incontinence

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Stress Incontinence
• Urge Incontinence
• Overflow Incontinence
• Functional Incontinence
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Prognosis
• Treatment
• Lifestyle Changes
• Other Treatments
• Behavioral Treatments
• Medications
• Surgery
• Other Procedures
• Catheters and Collection De...
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Sling Procedure Versus Burch Colposuspension The sling procedure is better than Burch colposuspension in treating stress incontinence but may cause more post-operative urinary complications, according to results from an important 2007 New England Journal of Medicine study. In the first large-scale clinical trial to directly compare these two types of surgery, 47% of women who underwent the sling procedure had no urinary incontinence 2 years after surgery, compared with 38% of women who received the Burch procedure. However, 63% of women who had the sling procedure (and 47% of women who underwent the Burch procedure) experienced urinary tract infections following surgery. - 0 Comments

Heart attack and acute coronary syndrome

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Symptoms
• Prognosis
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Surgery
• Rehabilitation
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval In 2006, the FDA approved the use of clopidogrel (Plavix) for patients who have had a STEMI heart attack and who will not be having angioplasty. A STEMI is a very severe type of heart attack caused by sudden and total artery blockage. Angioplasty and Stents Surgery with angioplasty and stents that is performed more than 3 days after a heart attack offers no advantage over standard drug therapy for clinically stable patients, indicates an important 2006 New England Journal of Medicine study. - 3 Comments

Breastfeeding - Health And Other Factors

Oct 08, 2008 - HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Breastfeeding - Health And Other Factors Breastfeeding is often an enjoyable and rewarding experience for mothers. A breastfeeding mother must continue to take care of her baby and herself, as she did during her pregnancy. Mom's Nutrition In general, lactating women should get nutrients from a well-balanced, varied diet, rather than from vitamin and mineral supplements. - 0 Comments

Kegel exercises

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Information
• References

Illustrations Female perineal anatomy HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Kegel exercises are a series of pelvic muscle exercises designed to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor. Alternative Names Pelvic muscle strengthening exercises; Pelvic floor exercises Information Dr. Arnold Kegel developed Kegel exercises in 1948 as a method of controlling incontinence in women after childbirth. - 0 Comments

Parkinson's disease

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Symptoms
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Levadopa (L-dopa)
• Other Medications
• Surgery
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

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

• In 2007, the FDA approved the first skin patch drug for treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Transdermal rotigotine (Neupro) is a dopamine agonist drug that may help improve symptoms of early-stage Parkinson’s disease. The patch is applied daily.
• Rivastigimine (Exelon), an Alzheimer’s disease drug, was approved in 2006 for treatment of mild-to-moderate dementia associated with Parkinson’s disease.

Drug Withdrawal In 2007, the FDA withdrew the dopamine agonist pergolide (Permax) from the market due to safety concerns. - 2 Comments