Sore throat

after termination of the drug treatment. Breast-feeding should be discontinued before the use of cyclophosphamide therapy is given. Instruct patient to notify health care professional promptly if fever; sore throat; signs of infection; lower back or side pain; difficult or painful urination; sores in the mouth or on the lips; yellow discoloration of skin or eyes; bleeding gums; bruising; petechia; blood in urine, stool, or emesis; unusual swelling of ankles or legs; joint pain; shortness of…

A previously healthy 21 year old male presents himself to our clinic with a 7 day history of an extreme malaise, stiffness and tenderness in the neck and a sore throat. Upon analysis it was confirmed they were diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis, also known as glandular fever. It is commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) (Hurt & Tammar, 2007). Infectious mononucleosis is a clinical syndrome that can be characterized by a multitude of symptoms. The disease is most likely to occur in…

Historically, A. officinalis was named by the Greeks who used it as their “official healer”, with “Althos” meaning healer in Greek. The family name, Malvaceae, comes from the Greek word malake or “soft” referring to the soft mucilaginous texture of the plant. This herb has grown to be so fascinating with a long enduring history. It has been used for a wide variety of ailments and has always been known to be very nutritious. The plant’s root has been taken advantage of for many things, both…

Lung cancer, also most popularly known as an early death sentence for the “crime” of smoking. However what most people don’t know is how it occurs and how it progresses throughout one’s life. Lung cancer is the number one killer in cancers like when in 1987 it surpassed breast cancer. So far an estimate of 158,040 people have gone seven feet under for it this year. In the past 15 years the number of deaths caused by it have increased by 3.5%. The best way to avoid being a victim is to not smoke,…

Mononucleosis is a type of infectious disease that is also known by a more popular name, the “kissing disease”. It is caused by the Epstein-Barr Virus, also known as EBV. EBV is present in over 95% of adult, and it is found all over the world. Generally, the virus is not severe or very harmful. Mono also is not very contagious compared to other diseases. The disease can easily be treated and infects an organism for about three to six weeks. There are many different ways that mono can…

For the third day in a row, I wake up to a clogged nose, a throbbing head, and a sore throat. It’s 6:00 in the morning, and I can barely open my eyes, let alone sing. I quickly drink a cup of strong, fragrant tea, which warms my throat and temporary clears my sinuses, preparing me for the long hour of singing ahead. Once a week, in the quiet, early hours of the morning, my a cappella group assembles to practice and perfect our songs. In a cappella music, the voices have no instrumental…

Influenza or the “flu” is a disease that can lead to hospitalization and in some cases death. The symptoms of Influenza are; nasal and lung congestion, sore throat, fever, chills, cough sneezes, fatigue, headache, and sore muscles and joints. The need for the flu shot is at an all time high in todays society. Each year the flu is different and can affect people in different ways, thus scientist need to make a different vaccine every year to combat different strains of flu viruses. Healthy…

Vicks VapoRub has been utilized for treating migraines, chilly, hack, congested nose, mid-section and throat stuffiness. Be that as it may, Vicks VapoRub can do as such substantially more than this. Some astounding employments of Vicks you haven't caught wind of: 1.Puts Off Mosquitoes On the off chance that you need to keep mosquitoes far from you, put some Vaseline on your dress and skin. 2. Sinus Headaches Apply Vicks under your nose and take a full breath. The menthol from Vicks…

protect the child. The best way to protect oneself from this disease is to have sex with only one partner and take safe precaution. I am going to start with the primary stage of syphilis first. In the first of syphilis, the infect person may see many sore appearance on their body, and they are round…

diarrhea or vomiting • they have been in contact with chickenpox or shingles (unless they have proven previous infection) – contact with chickenpox should be reported to the OH service • they are unwell – feverish, dizzy and so on • they have a sore throat – this could indicate B-Hemolytic streptococcus A and staff should contact their health department. Before going on to a ward staff should: • cover any broken skin, unhealed cuts or grazes with an adhesive waterproof dressing • be sure…