Epilepsy

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Outlook and Effects
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Treatment After The First S...
• Medications
• Surgery
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved levetiracetam (Keppra) for treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures in adults, and children ages 6 years and older, who have idiopathic generalized epilepsy. Levetiracetam was previously approved for partial-onset seizures and myoclonic seizures. Carbamazepine and Genetic Testing In 2007, the FDA recommended that patients of Asian ancestry get a genetic test prior to taking carbamazepine (Tegetrol, Equetro, Carbatrol). - 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

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
• Resources
• References

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

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

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

Periodontal disease

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Symptoms of Periodontal Disease Symptoms of periodontal disease include red and swollen gums, persistent bad breath, and gum recession and loose teeth. Smoking, certain types of illnesses (diabetes), older age, and other factors increase the risk for periodontal disease. If you have periodontal disease, your dentist may refer you to a periodontist, a dentist who specializes in treating this condition. - 0 Comments

Menstrual disorders

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Menstrual Disorders
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Surgery
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights “No-Period” Pill Approved In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year -- with no inactive pill breaks. - 0 Comments