Corticosteroid

Numerous studies have been done on the causes and effects of Ulcerative Colitis in the body that ultimately begin and progress through the large intestine. These studies have led to information that allows physicians to help their patients control the symptoms of this disease and enable them to lead a normal life. However, through the research that has been done no significant information has led to the cure of this disease or what truly causes it in the first place. The cause for this disease…

The deficiency of iron is related to decreased gastric and decreased absorptive capacity of the duodenum. The mechanism for developing osteomalacia is incompletely described, although the duodenum is a major site for calcium absorption (Stenson, 1999). Food items for a patient with Peptic Ulcer Permitted foods-Wheat chapattis, rice, maize, jowar, bajra or ragi, cereal of wheat, rice, oatmeal or maize, rice cooked, pulses and beans, vegetable soups, cooked vegetables, potato, sweet potato, meat,…

Kidney: Major Functions ✓ C-ontrols electrolyte and fluid balance ✓ R-egulates homeostasis of blood and acid-base balance ✓ R-egulates RBC production ✓ E-liminates end products of metabolism, ✓ S-ecretes renin, parathyroid hormones and Vitamin D [pic] The Kidney: Nephron • Functional unit of the kidney that produces urine by filtration Blood Supply of the Kidney • Renal artery- branch of the abdominal aorta • Renal vein- drains into the inferior…

Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis is a very rare disease that effects only about 0.2 to 0.7 per 100,000 children per year (Kuni, B., Banwell, B., & Till, C. 2012). Commonly misdiagnosed for multiple sclerosis, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis can be fatal to one’s health if not diagnosed in adequate time. Because of this fact, it is important to educate the general public about the symptoms and outcomes of individuals diagnosed with acute disseminated encephalomyelitis. This paper…

over the counter pain killer, when the internal organs are affected stronger prescriptions are given to the patients to protect the immune system and the organs such as the kidney. Side effects can be stomach bleeding, kidney and heart problems. Corticosteroids can control inflammation but have long term side effects like weight gain, thinning of the bones, and high risk of infection. Immunosuppressant is a drug use to help your immune systems it is a common drug use in most of the…

tocolytic used to relax the smooth muscles of the uterus which can help suppress the contractions. (Sommer, et al., 2013) Tocolytic therapy is used to stop preterm labor for at least forty eight hours, giving the patient enough time to receive corticosteroids to help mature lung development in the fetus in instances of emergency deliveries. (Witcher, 2002) The nurse should assess for skin integrity for any tenting, dry/pink mucous membranes and a urinalysis to check for dehydration; dehydration…

Globally individuals develop and obtain disease. Among these diseases is the hepatitis B virus (HBV) and breast cancer; two commonly spread/carried diseases, and potentially life threatening diseases. Chronic hepatitis B infection alone “is a global public health issue with >350 million hepatitis B virus carriers worldwide” (Ling, W H Y et, al,1931). Breast cancer has also been on the rise infecting not only women but men as well. So, it is not uncommon for individuals to have both…

Auto immune disorder depends on the patients’ symptoms. Blood transfusions are needed for blood auto immune disorders. People whose muscles, bones and movement are affected by autoimmune disorder are given immunosuppressive medication such as corticosteroids to minimize the…

Farsightedness can be treated in various ways. Usually, professionals will recomend you contact lenses or glasses, but there are situations where eye surgeries can also be a successful solution. EYE SURGERIES Even though there are many different surgical interventions which may successfully deal with hyperopia, one of the most trustworthy solutions is laser intervention. It is more popular compared to traditional interventions because of reduced risks of eye damage. It is also preventing from…

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that impacts the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). MS impacts the brain and spinal cord because the myelin sheath, which protects nerve fibers, is attacked by the immune system. Nerve fibers over time deteriorate or they become severely damages to the point where it is not reversible. The cause of this disease is not yet known but is classified as an autoimmune disease. It is said that a mix between genetics and environmental factors could be…