Candidiasis

Asthma is a complicated disease that affects all age groups and is marked by acute and chronic exacerbations. As one of the most complex respiratory diseases, asthma is associated with a high mortality rate. The purpose of this paper is to explore the pathophysiology of acute and chronic asthma across the lifespan, medications used for treatment and the impact on disease and the use of stepwise approach to treatment can be used to educate patients in various healthcare settings. As airways…

I chose lupus for my autoimmune disease. “Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when your body’s immune system attacks your own tissues and organs.” (Mayo Clinic, 2015). Lupus can cause inflammation that can affect the joints, skin, kidneys, blood calls, brain heart and lungs. Symptoms for lupus are fatigue, fever, joint pain, butterfly-shaped rash on face, and shortness of breath and chest pain. People who have lupus may have symptoms for some time that will disappear and may…

Physiological vaginal discharge does not need medical intervention. However discharge associated with increased quantity, pruritus, and foul smell, with changes in its colour or with blood seeks medical treatment (Panda et al, 2013).There are different types of pathogens causing vaginal discharge and their identification is challenging. Vaginitis caused by bacteria, fungi or protozoa can be associated with altered vaginal discharge and odor (Kataria et al, 2015). Vulval irritation, or pruritus…

of nutrients can cause the body to be mild nutrition. In some cases your oral health can be affected. The tongue will sometimes come inflamed. The white substance that appears on the tongue is called candidiasis. Candidiasis is when the bad bacteria out weighs the good bacteria. Candidiasis is also known as yeast infection. When some immune system is week yeast will come and go constantly. Its because your system so weak it cant fight off the infection. Yeast can be very chronic without…

Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the leading chronic, lifelong condition worldwide. DM can cause high rates of morbidity and mortality due to complications associated with the disorder. DM is characterized by hyperglycemia due to a lack of insulin, insulin resistance, or can be consisted of both. The four main types of diabetes mellitus include type 1 diabetes mellitus, type 2 diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes mellitus, and other specific types (Darby, 2015, 824). A high…

make you calm and prevent you from panic. Other less common but serious side effects of Crinone suppositories include: • Rash • Jaundice • Difficulty speaking • Glucose intolerance • Ectopic pregnancy • Blood clots • Vaginal candidiasis • Depression • Swelling or pain in the legs • Fever, chills and body aches • A lump in the breast • Chest pain Contact your health care provider with immediate effect if you experience the above serious Crinone gel 8 side…

Normal flora is the colonisation of human tissues by a diverse mixture of microorganisms. This colonisation begins at birth with pioneer species, depending on physiochemical factors. The normal flora inhibits the skin, oral cavity, upper respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, urogenital and conjunctival membranes. They are commensal bacteria; getting shelter and nourishment from the host without causing harm (Gould, 2012). To a healthy individual, most normal flora is harmless, however some…

Sore Throat and Tongue Having a sore throat is inconvenient and uncomfortable, and even more so when accompanied by a sore tongue. The combination of a sore throat and tongue isn't a rare symptom of certain health conditions, however, your diagnosis depends on the other signs and symptoms you may be experiencing. A painful or sore tongue and throat is typically caused by something visible and obvious, although there are other less obvious reasons you should be aware of that might require a…

Elizabeth McDowell Module 6 Infection Control and Prevention In the scenario, the RN felt that she did not need to use the personal protective equipment provided because she was not going to touch the patient because she is only going into the patient room to hang the intravenous medication and she was going to be in the patient’s room less than 5 minutes. There is nothing to support why the RN did not follow the guidelines for preventive measures. The principles of management and delegation…

Codes of ethics in nursing are guidelines set for nurses that help them to practice a comprehensive, ethical and safe care for patients. This report focuses on a case study that I encountered in my career as a student nurse. In this report, I will tally my case study with the provision 3 of the nursing code of ethics by ANA, which defines that a nurse should be able to advocate, protect the rights, health, and safety of the patient. Brief overview of the case In my academic career as a nursing…