The retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) is a layer of support cells that lines the back of the eye. It is normally attached to the sensory retina layer. In retinal detachment caused by a retinal tear, the sensory retina is pulled away from the RPE because fluid builds up between the two layers. Part or all of the retina...
The seriousness of a burn is determined by: The depth of the burn (first-, second-, third-, or fourth-degree). First-degree burns are burns of the first layer of skin Second-degree burns. There are two types of second-degree burns: Superficial partial-thickness burns injure the first and second layers of skin. Deep...
Detoxification (detox) is clearing alcohol or other drugs from a person's body. It's often done under medical care. Medicines may be used to treat symptoms and prevent complications, such as seizures. Detox works best when it takes place in a setting like a hospital. But it may also be done in an outpatient setting...
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Deucravacitinib is used to treat adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. Deucravacitinib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
For psoriasis. Brand Name(s): Sotyktu. Generic Name: Deucravacitinib.
Brand Name(s): Leqselvi ®
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Deutetrabenazine is used in adults to treat involuntary muscle movements (chorea) caused by Huntington's disease. Deutetrabenazine is not a cure for Huntington's disease and will not treat other symptoms of this condition. Deutetrabenazine is also used in adults to treat symptoms of tardive dyskinesia, a...
For movement disorders. Brand Name(s): Austedo. Generic Name: Deutetrabenazine.
Developing a plan for healthy eating means setting goals, tracking your progress, and rewarding yourself. Setting goals Set goals you want to achieve. It is generally best to set small, measurable goals. You can set them on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. When setting goals, consider: Where you want to start. This...
Developmental delays are present when a child does not demonstrate abilities and skills commonly found in other children in the same age group. Delays may occur in physical abilities (gross or fine motor skills), language, or personal or social skills development. Children diagnosed with developmental delays are then...
Developmental disabilities are a group of problems that often include difficulty with physical, thinking and reasoning (intellectual), social, or psychological growth and development. Some early signs of developmental disabilities in children include: Crawling, sitting up, walking, and talking more slowly (or later)...
What is developmental hip dysplasia? Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a problem in a baby's hip joint. It may also be called developmental hip dysplasia. In DDH, the top of the thighbone doesn't fit tightly into the hip socket. This problem may affect one or both hip joints. A baby may be born with it, or it...
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a condition in which the top of a baby's thighbone doesn't fit securely into the hip socket. As a result, the thighbone may partly or fully slip out of the socket. Treatment focuses on moving the upper thighbone into its normal position and keeping it in place while the joint...
Developmental pediatricians are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of children with behavior, communication, or mental problems. These include cerebral palsy, autism, learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, failure to thrive, and intellectual disability. Pediatricians...
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends developmental testing for children at ages 9-, 18-, and 30-months. Specific checks for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are done at ages 18 months and 24 months. The doctor will use developmental tests (questionnaires) and then review your child's results. The doctor will...
The partition between the nasal cavities is called the nasal septum. It's made up of cartilage and bone. If the septum is crooked and causing obstruction, it is called a deviated septum. A person who has a deviated nasal septum often has no symptoms or may have a crooked nose, problems breathing well through the nose...
The nasal septum is the wall between the nostrils that separates the nasal passages. The septum is made of cartilage and thin bone. If the nasal septum is crooked, it is called a deviated nasal septum. A deviated septum may be caused by injury or surgery to the nose. A deviated nasal septum may not cause symptoms. When...
Devil's claw is an herb also known as Garra del Diablo, Grapple Plant, Griffe du Diable, Harpagophyti Radix, Harpagophytum, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Racine de Griffe du Diable, Racine de Windhoek, Teufelskrallenwurzel, Uncaria procumbens, or Wood Spider. Devil's claw has been used in...
Botanical names: Harpagophytum procumbens How It Works The devil’s claw tuber contains three important constituents belonging to the iridoid glycoside family: harpagoside, harpagide, and procumbide. The secondary tubers of the herb contain twice as much harpagoside as the primary tubers and are the chief source of...
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Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, breathing disorders, eye conditions, blood cell disorders, leukemia, multiple sclerosis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, and problems caused by...
Dexamethasone intraocular (for the eyes) is a steroid medicine used to treat or prevent eye inflammation caused by disease, injury, eye surgery, or blocked blood vessels. . Dexycu or Ozurdex is a liquid that is injected into the eye. Dextenza is also used to treat eye itching caused by allergies. Dextenza is an insert...
Dexamethasone ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a steroid medicine used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles (herpes zoster), severe acne, iritis, uveitis, eye injury, radiation, chemical burns, or certain other conditions. . Dexamethasone ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this...
There are many brands and forms of dexamethasone available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Dexamethasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative...
Dexamethasone and tobramycin ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination antibiotic and steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by uveitis, eye injury, radiation, chemical burns, or certain other conditions. . This medicine is used when there is a risk of bacterial infection in or around the eye...
This medicine is used for the following purposes: allergic reaction, autoimmune disorder, blood disorder, diagnostic test, endocrine disorder, inflammatory disease, nausea and vomiting, immune suppression, cancer, COVID-19 (coronavirus) Generic Name: Dexamethasone.
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