Dysport is used in adults to treat cervical dystonia (abnormal head position and neck pain). . Dysport is also used to treat muscle spasms and stiffness (spasticity) of the arms, hands, legs, and feet in adults and children at least 2 years old. This medicine will not treat spasticity caused by cerebral palsy. Dysport...
Covers the facts about abortion and follow-up care.
For some, the choice to have an abortion is clear. For others, it's more complicated. Everyone has their own reason for an abortion. It's common to feel a range of emotions after having an abortion. Many people feel relief. But you may also have feelings of grief, sadness, or guilt. Whatever you feel (or don't feel) is...
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Abrocitinib is used in adults to treat moderate-to-severe eczema (atopic dermatitis) that did not respond to other treatments and is not well controlled with other medicines or in adults who cannot tolerate other treatments. . Abrocitinib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
For skin rash. Brand Name(s): Cibinqo. Generic Name: Abrocitinib.
An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms at the site of infected tissue. An abscess can form on the skin or on tissues within the body and cause pain, swelling, and tenderness. Bacteria are a common cause of the infections that form abscesses. Depending on the size and location of the abscess, your doctor may treat the...
What is an abscessed tooth? An abscessed tooth is an infection in or around the tooth. It can be very painful. If the infection isn't treated right away, it can spread and you can lose your tooth or have other health problems. What causes it? Damage to the tooth, an untreated cavity (tooth decay), or gum disease can...
An abscessed tooth is a tooth that has a pocket of pus in the tissues around or beneath it. A bacterial infection or gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis) may cause the bone surrounding the tooth to dissolve and an abscess to form. Symptoms of an abscessed tooth include pain, swelling, and redness in the gums; a bad...
Childhood absence epilepsy develops between ages 4 and 10. It causes very brief absence seizures that may include staring into space, eye fluttering, and slight muscle jerks. Juvenile absence epilepsy develops between ages 10 and 17 and causes similar seizures. Many children with juvenile absence epilepsy have...
An absence seizure is a brief—5 to 15 seconds—but total loss of awareness that occurs suddenly without any warning and ends as suddenly as it begins. Absence seizures are most common in childhood and occur in people with generalized epilepsy of unknown cause. The face muscles may twitch during the seizure. Although the...
Absorbent products are items that absorb urine, such as adult diapers, plastic-coated underwear, pads, or panty liners that attach to underwear. Most commercially available items are disposable (such as Depend or Poise). Some absorbent cloths can be washed and reused. Drip collectors that fit over the penis are also...
This medicine is used for the following purposes: acne, skin condition (rosacea) cancer.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: acne, skin condition (rosacea) cancer.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: acne, skin condition (rosacea) cancer.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: acne, skin condition (rosacea) cancer.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: acne, skin condition (rosacea) cancer.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: acne, skin condition (rosacea) cancer.
Older adults and adults with physical disabilities or mental or emotional conditions are more vulnerable than other adults. This is because they may not be able to defend themselves, protect themselves, or get help for themselves when injured or abused. Vulnerable adults have a higher risk of being abused by others...
Most injuries are not caused by abuse. But bruises are often the first sign of possible abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a child or vulnerable adult when: Any injury cannot be explained or does not match the explanation. Repeated injuries occur. Explanations change for how the injury happened. You may be able to prevent...
Abusive head trauma is brain damage that occurs when a baby is shaken, slammed, or thrown against an object. It is a form of child abuse. It can cause serious long-term problems or even death. It is also called intentional head injury or shaken baby syndrome.
What is abusive head trauma? Abusive head trauma is a brain injury that occurs when someone shakes a baby or throws a baby against an object. It is a form of child abuse. It may happen to children up to 5 years of age, but it's most common in babies younger than 1 year old. It is never okay to shake or throw a young...
Botanical names: Euterpe oleracea Mart. How It Works Açaí is one of nature’s richest sources of anthocyanins—a type of bioflavonoid. Anthocyanins make up the purple, red, and blue-black pigments found within certain berries, fruits, plants, and flowers. The fruit of açaí also contains protein, fiber, enzymes, vitamin E...
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Acalabrutinib is used to treat mantle cell lymphoma in adults who have received at least one prior treatment for this condition. Acalabrutinib is also used to treat adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma. Acalabrutinib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Calquence. Generic Name: Acalabrutinib.
For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Calquence. Generic Name: Acalabrutinib.
Acamprosate is used to help maintain sobriety in alcohol-dependent adults who no longer drink alcohol. This medicine is used with behavioral therapy or counseling support to help prevent an urge to drink again. Acamprosate will not treat or prevent alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Acamprosate may not be as effective if you...
For treating alcohol dependence. Generic Name: Acamprosate.
