Curettage is the process of scraping skin with a spoon-shaped tool (curette) to remove skin tissue. Electrosurgery is the burning of skin tissue with an electric current that runs through a metal tool or needle. It may be done after curettage to control bleeding and destroy any remaining cancer cells. The wound is then...
Lie on the floor on your back with your knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Your feet should be flat on the floor, about 12 in. (32 cm) from your buttocks. Cross your arms over your chest. If this bothers your neck, try putting your hands behind your neck (not your head), with your elbows spread apart. Slowly contract your...
An abnormally curved upper back, or dowager's hump, develops when the bones of the upper spine (vertebrae) become thin and brittle (known as osteoporosis) and collapse on each other. Having collapsed vertebrae in any part of the spine results in a loss of height. When the upper spine curves, the lower back makes...
Cushing's disease is a type of Cushing's syndrome that's caused by a tumor in the pituitary gland. This type of tumor usually isn't cancer. The tumor makes too much of a hormone called ACTH, which causes the adrenal gland to make too much cortisol. This can cause weight gain and other symptoms. It can also lead to...
Cushing's syndrome is a disorder that happens when you have too much cortisol in your blood. Cortisol is a hormone that helps control blood pressure and metabolism. Cushing's syndrome can lead to serious health problems. But treatment can often help. Cushing's syndrome can be caused by taking steroid medicines. It can...
What is Cushing's syndrome? Cushing's syndrome is a rare problem that happens when you have too much of the hormone cortisol in your body. Cortisol is especially important in controlling blood pressure and metabolism. But it affects almost every area of your body. Normally, your body keeps the level of cortisol in...
Cuts may slice off several layers of skin. As long as some of the layers of skin are still in place, new skin will form in the bottom of the wound and along the wound edges. The wound will heal from the bottom up. When a cut or scrape removes all of the layers of skin (a full-thickness avulsion injury), fat and muscle...
Photograph contributed by Robert Aylesworth, M.D. Cutaneous anthrax usually begins as a small, raised bump that might itch. Within 1 to 2 days, the bump develops into a painless, fluid-filled blister about 1 cm (0.4 in.) to 3 cm (1.2 in.) in diameter. Within 7 to 10 days, the blister has a black center of dying...
Briefly discusses how cuts may occur and types of cuts. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
It is important to determine if your wound needs to be closed by a doctor. Your risk of infection increases the longer the wound remains open. Most wounds that require closure should be stitched, stapled, or closed with skin adhesives (also called liquid stitches) within 6 to 8 hours after the injury. Some wounds that...
For immune disorder.
For immune disorder.
This medicine is given as a continuous infusion into the skin. Carefully follow the instructions for preparing this medicine before injection. The liquid should be clear and colorless. Check the medicine before each use. If the liquid medicine has any particles in it, appears discolored, or if the vial appears damaged...
For immune disorder.
For immune disorder.
Cyanocobalamin is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions. Cyanocobalamin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Cyanocobalamin nasal (for use in the nose) is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions. Cyanocobalamin nasal is usually given after treatment with an injection form of this medicine. Cyanocobalamin nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Cyanocobalamin is a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis. . Cyanocobalamin is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency in people with pernicious anemia or other conditions such as folic acid deficiency, pregnancy, thyroid problems...
Cyanotic congenital heart disease includes abnormal openings between the heart chambers that allow oxygen-poor blood from the right side of the heart to mix with oxygen-rich blood from the left side of the heart. When a large amount of oxygen-poor blood mixes with oxygen-rich blood, it causes a bluish tint (cyanosis) in...
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Cyclobenzaprine is used together with rest and physical therapy to relieve muscle spasms caused by painful conditions such as an injury. Cyclobenzaprine may also be used for purposes not listed in...
This medicine is used for the following purposes: inflammation, muscle spasms. Brand Name(s): Amrix. Generic Name: Cyclobenzaprine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: inflammation, muscle spasms. Brand Name(s): Fexmid. Generic Name: Cyclobenzaprine.
Cyclopentolate ophthalmic relaxes muscles in your eye to dilate (widen) your pupil. Phenylephrine is a vasoconstrictor that shrinks blood vessels. Cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination medicine used to dilate your pupils in preparation for an eye exam. Cyclopentolate and...
Cyclopentolate relaxes muscles in your eye to dilate (widen) your pupil. Cyclopentolate ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to dilate your pupil in preparation for an eye exam. Cyclopentolate ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
If you use contact lenses, do not wear them on the days when using these drops. Keep the medicine at room temperature. Avoid heat and direct light. Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to show you how to use this medicine correctly. Check the medicine before each use. If the liquid medicine has any particles in it...
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Cyclophosphamide is used to treat several types of cancer. . Cyclophosphamide is also used to treat minimal change nephrotic syndrome (kidney disease) in children who cannot use other treatments or when other treatments have failed. Cyclophosphamide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: autoimmune disorder, kidney disease, cancer. Generic Name: Cyclophosphamide.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: autoimmune disorder, kidney disease, cancer. Generic Name: Cyclophosphamide.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: autoimmune disorder, kidney disease, cancer. Generic Name: Cyclophosphamide.
