Category : Ear & Nose,Throat : Health & Medical
Antifungal Medication for Sinus Infections
Most cases of chronic sinusitis have been linked to fungal infections. Antifungal medications sometimes play a role in treatment, depending on the nature of the infection.
Sore Throat & Abdominal Pain
Multiple conditions can cause a sore throat and abdominal pain. But when dealing with both conditions at the same time, acid reflux is a likely culprit. The production of excess stomach acid can bring on abdominal discomfort, and the back flow of acid into the esophagus can create a sore throat.
FDA Issues Warning About Thyroid Drug Propylthiouracil / PTU Used to Treat Hyperthyroidism
FDA Issues Warning About Thyroid Drug Propylthiouracil / PTU Used to Treat Hyperthyroidism | PTU Linked to Liver Problems
Signs and Symptoms of a Thyroid Cyst
Cysts on the thyroid are fluid-filled sacs that develop on the thyroid gland. Fluid-filled cysts are benign; but when solids and fluids form the cyst, there is an increased chance of malignancy, according to Cedars-Sinai. Complex cysts on the thyroid contain both fluids and solids, which...
Women's Thyroid Symptoms
The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland that plays a critical role in metabolism and how the body creates energy from food. Due to the wide range of symptoms caused by an overactive or underactive thyroid, thyroid disorders in women are often overlooked or misdiagnosed.
What Causes a Sore Throat?
Viral ConditionsThe most frequently occurring viral conditions that cause sore throat are cold, flu and mononucleosis. Common colds can be caused by a number of viruses. Besides sore throat, symptoms also include runny or stuffy nose, low-grade fever, body aches, cough and fatigue. While...
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
There are two types of autoimmune thyroid diseases, including Graves' Disease and Hashimoto's. These autoimmune thyroid diseases are marked by an overactive and underactive thyroid caused by damage done to the body from the immune system. An autoimmune disease involves attacks on organs, cells and t
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How to Treat an Under Active Thyroid
The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that regulates hormones which affect metabolism and draw iodine from food. An under active thyroid, also known as hypothyroid, may cause symptoms such as extreme fatigue, hair loss, weight gain, and depression. Thyroid disease is easily regulated with a few s
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Nasal Wash Recipe
Nothing is more annoying than being unable to breathe because of a stuffy nose. Over-the-counter nasal sprays that give instant relief are helpful, but they can get you hooked and have a devastating rebound effect if you ever try to wean yourself off them. Prescription sprays available are also grea
Understanding the 2012 Hypothyroidism Guidelines
The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American Thyroid Association (ATA) convened a task force on hypothyroidism in adults. The result was jointly published in 2012 in the journals Thyroid and Endocrine Practice, titled, Clinical Practice Guidelines for Hypothyroidism
Thyroid Gland Treatment
Symptoms of thyroid problems that could include anything from extreme fatigue, bloating and nervousness to weight loss, clammy hands and poor memory can be treated with a variety of methods. Of late, alternative modes of therapy are also gaining in popularity in the thyroid treatment sphere.
Sinus Headache Prevention
Sinus headaches are caused by inflamed and irritated sinuses. When sinuses become inflamed, the condition is known as sinusitis. Sinus headaches can be accompanied by yellow or green discharge, a feeling of pressure and tenderness in the cheeks, tooth pain, fever and a sore throat. Several things ca
What to Expect After an Adenoidectomy
People who suffer from chronic sore throats and ear infections accompanied by fever may benefit from having their adenoids removed. The adenoids sit on the back, uppermost portion of the throat; they become inflamed when germs enter the tubes connecting the ears, nose and throat. The surgical proced
When Drug Side Effects Get Out Of Hand
A look at the potentially harmful impact and side effects of certain antiobiotics, especially quinolones like Tequin and Cipro, from patient advocate, Mary Shomon
What Causes the Eardrum to Appear Red?
A red eardrum can be associated with a number of ear conditions including middle ear infection, trauma, and myringitis.
Deaf Youth of America
Profile of Deaf Youth of America, a newly established organization for young deaf teenagers.
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