If you have bronchitis, you know that hacking cough is one of the worst parts of the illness. And if you have viral bronchitis, you have got to wait out the illness until the virus clears up. A bronchitis cough can give you a headache and keep you...
According to American College of Physicians Medical Knowledge Self-Assessment Program, one third of the world's population is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis. The majority of people with tuberculosis have a...
Pristiq, the brand name of the medication desvenlafazine, is an antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder. It works by affecting the chemicals in the brain responsible for mood regulation. Although this medication can be an effective...
If you are suffering form a bronchial infection or acute bronchitis, there are herbs and natural supplements you can take to help your body heal. Bronchial infections may be caused by the same viruses that cause the common cold and they can also...
According to the American Lung Association, paying attention to the early signs of pulmonary disease can prevent serious and debilitating illnesses later on. Pulmonary disease affects breathing and how the lungs provide oxygen to the blood and...
Spots on the lungs as revealed by a chest x-ray are usually indicators of some type of lung disease. Chest x-rays that reveal spots or lesions of the lung tissue involve the structure of the lung tissue. Scarring or inflammation of the tissue make...
The lungs are essential to the body, as they are responsible for respiration, bringing in oxygen into the body, and expelling carbon dioxide. Lung cancer forms due to uncontrollable growth of the lung tissues that line the air passageway....
Diclofenac sodium is a type of prescription medication classified as a NSAID or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is indicated to relieve pain and inflammation in a variety of conditions and diseases, such as arthritis, by inhibiting the...
The possible causes for persistent cough are extensive, although pulmonary conditions such as asthma, emphysema or lung cancer, which irritate the lungs on a chronic basis, can be an underlying concern. Doctors also attribute persistent cough to...
NSAIDs or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, refer to over-the-counter prescription medications typically taken for pain. They also reduce fevers and inflammation. Pregnant women should not take NSAIDs. Others who shouldn't take NSAIDs include...
Smoker's cough is a chronic cough caused by smoking. According to the Canadian Lung Association, the only way to truly cure a smoker's cough is to quit smoking. You may experience symptoms such as hacking, painful sensations when you cough, or...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), lung cancer kills more Americans than any other type of cancer. More than 159,000 Americans will die from lung cancer in 2009, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Bleeding after exercise from any part of the body is a rare event and needs medical followup.
Mesothelioma is a form of lung cancer involving the mesothelium, which is the lining around the lungs. Mesothelioma, which often is linked to the inhalation of asbestos, can also occur in the lining around the heart or in the abdomen.
Alzheimer's disease is a chronic and potentially fatal disease in which the brain loses its ability to function. According to MedlinePlus, some symptoms of Alzheimer's disease include changes in personality, forgetting about current events,...
Shortness of breath, weight loss, cough and fatigue by themselves are relatively common symptoms in a large variety of medical conditions. When all four are combined, they don't fit in with many different medical medical conditions. If you...
Indocin SR, also known as indomethacin, is the extended-release form of Indocin. Indocin is used to treat inflammation by blocking prostaglandins that cause an inflammatory response in the body. While this medication can effectively treat...
Nabumetone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID, that reduces inflammation and body pain from medical conditions such as cancer, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Many people feel better after taking this medication, but it...
Lung cancer, an aggressive disease that either begins in the lungs or spreads to the lungs, occurs most often in people between the ages of 45 and 70. It is the leading cause of cancer in Americans, according to The Merck Manuals Online Medical...
Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly contagious, infectious disease that primarily effects the lungs. TB is spread from person to person through tiny droplets released into the air, states the Mayo Clinic. If diagnosed with TB, you may be able to cure...
Toradol, also known as ketorolac, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) usually used to treat severe pain after surgery, according to Drug Information Online. It decreases certain hormones in your body from causing inflammation. Toradol...
Asbestos was at one time a popular material used in building because it is heat- and fire-resistant and does not conduct electricity. Asbestos is a naturally occurring material that is formed by bundles of fibers that can be separated into usable...
Early signs of lung cancer include intense coughing, pain in the chest, changes in the color or volume of your saliva, blood in your saliva and shortness of breath that has caused bronchitis or pneumonia several times in a short period. Smokers...
Mold is an extremely toxic substance caused by trapped moisture in walls and floors. As mold spreads, it gives off spores, which can enter the body and make you sick. Mold sickness is extremely serious and should be treated by a doctor. The...
Tuberculosis, or TB, kills nearly 2 million people worldwide each year, according to the MayoClinic.com. It is a serious disease that is caused by a bacteria that is present in tiny droplets in the air, which is how it spreads from person to...
The fentanyl patch is a medication applied to the skin to manage chronic pain symptoms. Fentanyl is a narcotic analgesic (pain reliever) available as a 25 microgram per hour dose. It continually releases its medication into your body for up to 72...
Loratadine is a medication that belongs to the drug category of antihistamines, according to Drugs.com. It is used to treat seasonal allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes. Loratadine is available as a tablet, oral...
A variety of herbs and herbal remedies help to reduce or stop bleeding caused from topical cuts and injuries to internal bleeding such as that caused by menstruation or injuries, coughing up blood and blood in stools and urine. Many ancient herbal...
Blood clots can form in the deep veins, resulting in deep vein thrombosis. Prolonged inactivity usually causes these blood clots, which often develop in the calves or thighs. Clots interfere with blood flow and can cause serious damage, even...
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