How to Use It No recommended intake levels have been established for strontium, since it is not considered essential for humans. However, preliminary research in humans suggests that 600–1,700 mg of strontium, taken as a supplement in the form of strontium salts, may increase bone mass in the vertebrae of people with...
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The structures pictured on a pelvic ultrasound of a man may include the bladder, prostate gland, and seminal vesicle.
Sturge-Weber syndrome is a rare condition that is present at birth and affects the nervous system. The child will have a birthmark, usually on the face, called a port-wine stain. When Sturge-Weber syndrome affects the brain, seizures may develop during infancy that can interfere with normal development. Abnormal growth...
What is stuttering? Stuttering is a speech problem in which a person may repeat, draw out, not complete, or skip words or sounds without meaning to. The problem can range from mild to severe. Sometimes stuttering starts during a child's early language-learning years (ages 2 through 7 years) and goes away on its own...
Stuttering is a speech problem that interferes with normal word patterns. A person who stutters involuntarily repeats, draws out, does not complete, or skips sounds or words when speaking. A person who stutters may: Repeat sounds, parts of words, and sometimes entire words. Pause between words or within a word. Use a...
A stye is an infection in the tiny oil glands that surround the base of each eyelash along the edge of the eyelid. A stye begins as a red, tender bump, and looks like a small pimple. A stye usually comes to a head (clear or yellow fluid collects in the stye) in about 3 days, after which it breaks open and drains and...
A stye is an infection that causes a tender red lump on the eyelid. Most styes occur along the edge of the eyelid.
What are styes and chalazia? Styes and chalazia are lumps in or along the edge of an eyelid. They may be painful or annoying, but they are rarely serious. Most will go away on their own without treatment. A stye is an infection that causes a tender red lump on the eyelid. Most styes occur along the edge of the eyelid...
Completely-in-the-canal hearing aid The completely-in-the-canal (CIC) hearing aid is made to fit the shape and the size of the ear canal. It fits completely into the ear canal. This hearing aid can be made with special features such as a directional microphone system that can help you hear voices in a noisy room. It can...
Surgery may be used to treat a rotator cuff disorder if the injury is very bad or if nonsurgical treatment has not improved shoulder strength and movement enough. Subacromial smoothing involves shaving bone or removing growths on the upper point of the shoulder blade ( acromion ). It removes damaged tendon and bursa...
A subarachnoid hemorrhage is the bursting of a blood vessel in the brain. This results in sudden bleeding into the space between the middle lining of the brain (arachnoid membrane) and the brain itself. A subarachnoid hemorrhage causes sudden, severe head pain. This condition requires immediate medical care to prevent...
A subchorionic hematoma or hemorrhage is bleeding between the wall of the uterus and one of the sacs (chorion) that surrounds the embryo inside the uterus. It is a common cause of bleeding in early pregnancy. The main symptom is vaginal bleeding. But some people don't have symptoms. They may find out they have a...
You may have a very mild form of hyperthyroidism called subclinical hyperthyroidism if your thyroid tests show that: Your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels are low. Your thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) are normal. Subclinical hyperthyroidism is different from hyperthyroidism. Your TSH...
A doctor diagnoses mild, or subclinical, hypothyroidism through a medical history and physical exam. If your doctor suspects that you have subclinical hypothyroidism, you will have lab tests to confirm the diagnosis. Subclinical hypothyroidism is diagnosed when you have: No symptoms or mild symptoms of hypothyroidism...
The progestin-only hormone implant (such as Nexplanon) The progestin-only hormone subdermal (under the skin) implant releases hormones that prevent pregnancy for up to 5 years. Talk to your doctor about how long you can use it. It must be inserted and removed by a trained health professional. The actual implant is about...
A subdural hematoma is an increase in pressure within the skull that happens when blood collects in the space between the skull and the brain. The bleeding is usually caused by torn veins in the brain following a head injury. Symptoms of a subdural hematoma, which can develop rapidly or slowly, include: Severe headache...
Subluxation occurs when a bone is partially pulled or pushed out of place (out of its normal relationship to the other bones that make up a joint). This can happen in joints such as the kneecap, hip, finger, elbow, or shoulder. A subluxation may be caused by a direct blow to the joint, a fall, or a sudden twisting...
Some people who have substance use disorder also have a mental health condition. Doctors call this a dual diagnosis. You may need to treat both conditions to fully recover. Mental health conditions that may occur with substance use disorder include: Depression. Anxiety. Bipolar disorder. Obsessive-compulsive disorder...
What is substance use disorder? Substance use disorder means that a person uses substances even though it causes harm to themself or others. This disorder can range from mild to severe. It can develop from the use of almost any type of substance. This includes: Alcohol. Marijuana and other drugs. Prescription medicines...
Substance use disorder means that a person uses substances even though it causes harm to themself or others. It can range from mild to severe. The more signs of this disorder you have, the more severe it may be. This disorder can develop from the use of almost any type of substance. This includes alcohol, marijuana or...
Discusses teen use of alcohol and other harmful or illegal substances. Covers the effects and consequences substance use has on a teen's life, including physical and emotional health. Includes info on how to recognize and deal with teen substance use.
Learn about your treatment options for substance use disorder.
People who have substance use disorder keep using alcohol or other substances even though it causes harm to themselves or others. People of all ages can have this disorder. They may misuse prescription or over-the-counter medicines, use marijuana or other drugs, drink too much alcohol, or mix alcohol and medicines. This...
Provides links to information about drug and alcohol misuse. Includes info on substance misuse in teens and adults and resources for cutting back or stopping drug and alcohol use.
If you have a family member or friend who is using drugs or other substances, it may be hard to know how to help. You can't force a person into treatment. But you can talk to the person and encourage them to get treatment. Here are some ideas that you can try. Choose a good time to talk. Find a time when the person is...
Recovery from substance use disorder means finding a way to stay substance-free while changing your attitudes and behaviors. Here are some tips for staying substance-free after treatment. Get support. An important part of recovery is being sure you have support. You may: Continue with counseling or group therapy. These...
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Succimer is used to treat lead poisoning. Succimer is a chelating (KEE-late-ing) agent that binds to lead in the blood and allows it to be passed out in the urine. Succimer may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
