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Interactions with Supplements, Foods, & Other Compounds Antioxidants include many different nutrients, each of which has the potential to interact with drugs. Look up the unique interactions for each and discuss the potential benefits and risks of your current medications with your doctor or pharmacist before adding...
Antioxidants and Free Radicals How Much Is Usually Taken by Athletes? Most research has demonstrated that strenuous exercise increases production of harmful substances called free radicals, which can damage muscle tissue and result in inflammation and muscle soreness. Exercising in cities or smoggy areas also increases...
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a condition that makes the blood clot too easily. This can lead to serious problems such as a stroke, a heart attack, and blood clots in the legs or lungs. During pregnancy, APS can lead to miscarriage and other serious pregnancy problems. APS is caused by antibodies. Normally, the...
Antiphospholipid syndrome is a rare autoimmune disease that has been closely linked to some cases of recurrent miscarriage. This syndrome increases blood clotting. It can cause dangerous blood clots (thrombosis) and problems with blood flow. Sometimes the only sign of this syndrome is an early miscarriage. Or, later in...
Make sure you know about each of the medicines you take. This includes why you take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you're taking it, and any warnings about the medicine. The information provided here is general. So be sure to read the information that came with your medicine. If you have any questions or...
Make sure you know about each of the medicines you take. This includes why you take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you're taking it, and any warnings about the medicine. The information provided here is general. So be sure to read the information that came with your medicine. If you have any questions or...
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Make sure you know about each of the medicines you take. This includes why you take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you're taking it, and any warnings about the medicine. The information provided here is general. So be sure to read the information that came with your medicine. If you have any questions or...
Antiretroviral therapy, or ART, is the use of a combination of medicines to slow the rate at which HIV makes copies of itself (replicates) in the body.
An antisperm antibody test looks for special proteins ( antibodies) that fight against sperm in blood, vaginal fluids, or semen. The test uses a sample of sperm and adds a substance that binds only to affected sperm. Semen can cause an immune system response. The antibodies can damage or kill sperm. If a high number of...
Thyroid antibody tests measure the levels of antibodies that can destroy thyroid tissue or make the cells produce thyroid hormones. They are blood tests. Antibodies that destroy thyroid tissue can lead to hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). Antibodies that make the cells produce thyroid hormone can lead to...
Crotalidae antivenin is an anti-venom used to treat a person who has been bitten by a poisonous snake such as a rattlesnake or Water Moccasin. Antivenin (Crotalidae) polyvalent may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Centruroides scorpion antivenom is used to treat a person who has been stung by a scorpion. Antivenom (Centruroides scorpion) may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: itching, skin inflammation.
Briefly discusses physical and emotional symptoms of anxiety. Covers anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and phobias. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Offers tips to help with anxiety.
Anxiety is an uncomfortable feeling of fear, uneasiness, or concern that something bad may happen. Anxiety can cause physical symptoms such as trembling, shaking, muscle aches, restlessness, insomnia, rapid heartbeat, sweating, and clammy hands. If anxiety interferes with your daily activities, you may need treatment...
Take control of anxiety and get on with life. Some anxiety is normal—but it shouldn’t interfere with your ability to function. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Aim for better nutrition with a multivitamin Taking one a day may help reduce anxiety and feelings of...
Primary Remedies Aconitum napellus. A panic attack that comes on suddenly with very strong fear (even fear of death) may indicate this remedy. A state of immense anxiety may be accompanied by strong palpitations, shortness of breath, and flushing of the face. Sometimes a shaking experience will be the underlying cause...
Anxiety disorders are a type of mental illness. Someone who has an anxiety disorder has severe anxiety that interferes with his or her life. Anxiety is an uncomfortable feeling of fear, uneasiness, or concern that something bad is about to happen. Anxiety disorders include: Generalized anxiety disorder. This involves...
This article discusses anxiety during and after pregnancy, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Covers self-care at home.
Practice recognizing and replacing thoughts that cause anxiety.
See how treatment can help reduce anxiety.
Learn to track how well you are managing your anxiety.
Anxiety is a feeling of fear or concern that something bad may happen. It can cause things like headaches, sweating, or a feeling that you just can't relax. Everyone feels anxious from time to time. But if anxiety interferes with your daily activities, talk with your doctor. You may need treatment with medicines (such...
Learn about different treatment options for anxiety and how they can help.
Learn how anxiety is different from stress and how it can affect your life.
The aorta is a large blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. It leaves the heart, arches upward, then travels down through the chest and into the abdomen. The aorta has two main portions: The thoracic portion of the aorta travels through the chest and supplies blood to the...
Discusses causes and symptoms of aneurysms that form in an artery called the aorta. Links to pictures of abdominal aneurysm and thoracic aneurysm. Covers treatment with medicines or surgery. Also looks at lifestyle changes that may help.
An aortic aneurysm (say "a-OR-tik AN-yuh-rih-zum") is a bulge in part of the aorta, your main artery. If the bulge gets large enough, it can rupture. If it does, your life is in danger. Aortic aneurysms are usually caused by hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis). But other causes include genetic conditions...
Aortic dissection is a tear between the inner and outer layers of the aortic wall. The tear can cause the wall to separate and rupture, resulting in life-threatening bleeding and death. The aorta, like all arteries, is made up of three layers, which are fused together. If the layers begin to separate, it causes bleeding...
