Needle Aponeurotomy for Dupuytren's Disease

Needle aponeurotomy (say "ap-uh-noo-RAH-tuh-mee") is a procedure used to straighten bent fingers ( contracture) caused by Dupuytren's disease. This procedure may also be called percutaneous needle fasciotomy. The procedure can be done in your doctor's office. It usually takes about 30 minutes. The affected hand will be...

Needle Biopsy of the Liver

Explains liver biopsy, also called percutaneous liver biopsy, a test used to look for liver diseases like hepatitis, cirrhosis, hemochromatosis, and cancer. Covers how to prepare and what to expect. Includes what results mean. Also lists risks.

Needle Puncture and Aspiration of Sinus Contents

For this test, the sinus cavity is punctured with a needle, and a sample of the sinus contents is obtained. A culture and sensitivity test is often done on the sample to identify the bacteria, virus, or fungus causing the infection and to determine which medicine will be most effective in treating it. Cells taken from...

Needle Punctures for Health Reasons

Blood draw puncture site The puncture wound caused by a needle stick for a blood sample or to donate blood usually heals without trouble. It is not unusual to develop a bruise at the puncture site. Most puncture wounds for blood draws do not need further care. Intravenous (I.V.) line puncture site If you need...

Neem

Botanical names: Azadirachta indica, Melia azadirachta How It Works The major active constituents in neem are terpenoids such as azadirachtin, which are considered to be antimicrobial and insect repellant among many other actions, and fatty acids and possibly other compounds in neem oil. 8, 9. How to Use It...

nefazodone

Nefazodone is an antidepressant that is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder. Nefazodone is not chemically similar to other groups of antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or "SSRIs", tricyclic antidepressants, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors or...

Nefazodone

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Neglect as Form of Abuse

Neglect is a form of abuse. It happens when caregivers do not protect the health and well-being of the person they are supposed to take care of. Two common types of neglect are: Child neglect. This happens when parents (or other caregivers) fail to provide a child with the food, shelter, schooling, clothing, medical...

Neisseria Meningitidis

Meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis is sometimes referred to as meningococcal disease. Some people have Neisseria meningitidis in their throats without getting sick. But they can pass it to another person, who may get sick. Neisseria meningitidis causes meningitis in about 25 out of 100 people who get the...

Nelarabine

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

nelarabine

Nelarabine is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Nelarabine is used to treat T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. Nelarabine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

nelfinavir

Nelfinavir is an antiviral medicine that is used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). HIV can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Nelfinavir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. Nelfinavir is for use in adults and children at least 2 years old. Nelfinavir may also be used for purposes not listed in this...

Nelfinavir

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Neomycin

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

neomycin

Neomycin is an antibiotic that is used to prevent bacterial infection in the intestines. Neomycin is also used to reduce the symptoms of hepatic coma. Neomycin is sometimes given with another antibiotic. Neomycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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