Isotretinoin

The sebaceous gland makes an oil type substance (sebum) that protects our skin and hair from harm and makes them waterproof so they do not dry out. Dead skin cells and too much sebum can clog the follicles causing the bacteria on the skin to grow. Then bacteria that usually exists in small amounts on the face builds up to create acne. Sebum can clog the follicles in multiple ways. Whiteheads occur when the pores are clogged underneath the skin blocking it off from air. When the clogged up…

vision. She has never had these symptoms before. She denies drowsiness, incontinence, cognitive disturbances and any congenital head abnormalities. Review of system A physical evaluation is positive for acne, which she is being treating for with isotretinoin. Temperature is 37 °C (98.6°F), Hheart rate is 98 beats/ per min, Rrespiratory rate is 18 breaths/ per min, Bblood pressure is 150/80 mmHg, and BMI is 52. Physical examination reveals papilledema and partial weakness of the left abducens…

so many cases of Depression. Some other causes of Depression are certain medications and genetics. Even though both of these things are less likely to causes Clinical Depression, they both have been known to cause Depression. Medicines, such as isotretinoin( used to treat acne), can increase your risk of Depression. They can do this by altering brain chemicals in some way increase the emotions of sadness and anger. Not as likely, but genetics can play a role on if you have Depression. If your…

There is no way to indicate that infants might have a birth defect or other health problems. By understanding common infant health conditions and ways to prevent them may decrease the risk of having a baby born with medical issues. Birth defects usually cannot be discovered until after birth. This is why it is so important for mothers’ to really take in account that they need to take care of themselves while pregnant. In some occasions you can discover infants medical conditions prenatally. In…

and produce new superior drugs and to distribute them internationally. In 1982, Roche introduced a prescription drug to the public unlike anything they had ever seen before. The drug they put on the market was FDA approved Accutane (also known as isotretinoin). This medication was to aid those who suffered from severe acne, finally offering a solution to a seemingly endless battle. To many patients, this was like a miracle, because they’d given up seeking treatment after seeing little to no…

Paelo Manalo Dr. Aida Metzenberg BIOL 241 April 3, 2016 Hear Them Out The first few weeks of pregnancy are the most critical time any complications that can happen to the embryo; most birth defects occur during this time frame. Anotia and Microtia (AM) are birth defects diagnosed when a baby is born. Anotia and Microtia are almost similar diseases. The treatment depends on the severity of the disease and how the ear is formed. The diagnosis for the disease is noticeable at birth however the…

Background Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a genetic condition that causes lumps under the skin, acne-like pustules, and deep scarring. (1) With time, the lumps will rupture, causing pus, and fluid to drain from these. (3) This condition tends to appear in teens and in early adulthood. These lumps and acne-like pustules tend to appear in the armpit, groin, nape of the neck, waist, inner thighs, and buttocks. (3)It is a rare condition, with the rarest of presentations of the lumps are in the area…

A variety of products, remedies, and medications are available for treating cystic acne that can help you reduce how often you experience breakouts and improve your appearance when they occur. I Need a Treatment That Can Get Rid of Cystic Acne I’m Looking for A Safe and Effective Cystic Acne Treatment Sometimes an individual’s skin will break out with terrible-looking lesions called cystic acne. Experts have come up with several explanations over the years, but often they don’t truly know what…

Student Name: Yeosmize Student No.: 1023018 Pharmacotherapy Workup © Notes Care Plan Patient Initials: LI Date: Aug 15, 2016 Medical condition Rosacea Patient History: LI is a 50 year-old woman who presented to the pharmacy to pick up her prescription for minocycline 100 mg, take 1 tablet once daily for 60 days. She is diagnosed with moderate rosacea. LI has redness on her cheeks and nose, and also few…

Have you ever dealt with dry, itchy eyes? They may sting, or feel gritty or overly sensitive. This is a common condition that affects as many as one in three people. Also known as keratitis sicca or xerophthalmia, dry eyes can result when tear fluid is produced too slowly or evaporates too quickly. While it’s common to ease discomfort in the obvious way — by adding more fluid to the eyes in the form of eye drops — it’s important to investigate what’s behind this seemingly simple, yet…