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    Multiple Sclerosis Causes

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    The cause of multiple sclerosis (MS) is unknown, however scientists believe there are four factors that play a role in the development of this disease. There is no cure for the disease, and current treatments aim to ease the symptoms and slow down the onset of the disease. There are four factors that are believed to cause the onset of Multiple Sclerosis. The first factor is that the immune system malfunctions and starts to attack the central nervous system. This results in damage to the myelin…

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    Bell's Palsy Case Study

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    old has been the lowest. The number of cases for Bell’s palsy is 20 per 100,000 population per year and increases with age. The causes of Bell’s palsy are unknown but threats include diabetes, and a recent upper respiratory tract infection. Corticosteroids and antivirals are used to treat Bell’s palsy, no…

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    Polymyositis

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    most common in children and adults over 50. Women are affected twice as often as men, and occurs more more frequently for African Americans than Caucasians. Can it be treated? Corticosteroid medicines are considered the main treatment. Muscle strength normally improves in 4 to 6 weeks. A lower dose of corticosteroid is then continued as a precaution. Occasionally, polymyositis has been found to be associated with a tumor, which if removed, improves the…

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    Asthma Case Study

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    as needed for shortness of breath when he is away from home. The oral inhalation suspension, Levalbuterol HCl is a medication used to prevent airway spasms or bronchospasms. The oral inhalant, Budesonide is a corticosteroid that treats inflammation associated with asthma. The corticosteroid, Budesonide is only taken every six hours as needed for wheezing and inflammation in the lungs. The oral inhalant, Levalbuterol HCl is taken every four hours as needed for coughing and shortness of breath.…

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    Aggressive Behaviour: Nature, Nurture, or both In the text, Comparative Psychology, aggressive behaviour is defined as a potentially harmful interaction between members of a species. Researchers have been examining the relative influence of nature and nurture to investigate the origin of aggressive behaviour. Literature reviews have assessed the genetic endowment on shaping aggressive behaviour (nature) or environmental influences on shaping aggressive behaviour (nurture). The motive of this…

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    Lupus Research Paper

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    cases, medication would not be prescribed at all. For example, patients with mild symptoms may not need or receive any treatment or only sporadic doses of anti-inflammatory medication. On the other hand, severe cases may require high doses of corticosteroids as well as other medications to help keep the immune system from attacking healthy tissues (Shiel, W., Stroppler, M., & Driver, C.,…

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    Itp Research Paper

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    a sufficient platelet count and to prevent bleeding complications while minimizing treatment side effects [5]. According to the American Society of Hematology guideline, the first line medication to treat the disease is corticosteroids [6]. However, long-term use of corticosteroids isn 't recommended in the guideline because of the risk of serious side effects. Alternative treatment option for ITP is thrombopoietin (TPO) receptor agonists, which help bone marrow produce more…

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    Cough-induced asthma, occupational asthma, and nocturnal asthma are some types of asthma. The doctor can diagnose and identify your asthma by one of these. Cough-induced is the most troublesome asthma to diagnose. The doctor needs to needs to eliminate and dispose of different possibilities, such as sinus disease, chronic bronchitis, or post nasal drip due to hay fever. For this situation the coughing may happen alone, without other asthma-sort side symptoms being existing. Sleeping could be…

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    appointments, defines NCAH as “a collection of genetic conditions that limit your adrenal glands' ability to make certain vital hormones.” These vital hormones include, but aren’t limited to, estrogen, testosterone, aldosterone, androgens and corticosteroids. NCAH is an uncommon disorder affecting only one percent of the population in a 1 to 1000 ratio, according to the National Library of Medicine. From experience,…

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    Mononucleosis Overview: The mononucleosis or glandular fever is an infectious disease caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It is characterized by sore throat, swollen glands and fatigue, which can last for weeks. It affects more adolescents and young adults and produces lifelong immunity against the virus. The integrated medicine addresses this disease with measures to combat the symptoms, with a nutritious diet to support the immune system, with massage and homeopathic remedies. Causes:…

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