Author: Saroj Kumari
Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis is a type of genetic disease that causes mucus in the body to become thick and sticky, thus blocking the channels in the body. As a result of this blockage, several organs, especially the lungs and digestive system, experience disorders, even damage. Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms This condition may or may not cause symptoms. In the case of symptoms that appear, this condition can appear at birth or after adulthood. The rest, do not experience any symptoms until adulthood. When symptoms do appear, they can vary from person to person. This depends on the blocked duct and its severity.…
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride Cyproheptadine hydrochloride is a drug used to treat allergy and migraine symptoms. This drug works by inhibiting histamine in the body. Histamine itself is a chemical that causes allergies. Drug Trade Names: Profut, Pronam, Ennamax, Esprocy, Bimatonin, Pronicy, Graperide, Cydifar, Erphacyp, Poncohist, and Heptasan. Manfate Cyproheptadine hydrochloride Cyproheptadine is useful for relieving red, irritated, itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, and runny nose caused by allergies, airborne irritants, and hay fever. This medicine can also be used to relieve itching in allergic skin conditions, including itching caused by exposure to cold temperatures. Dosis Cyproheptadine hydrochloride The dosage used will be adjusted to the…
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition involving compression or stretching of the ulnar nerve (area of the lower arm, near the elbow), which causes numbness in the ring finger and little finger, pain in the lower arm that may be accompanied by weakness in the hand. The ulnar nerve runs along the inner side of the elbow. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms Most people with cubital tunnel syndrome experience the following symptoms: Pain, tingling, and weakness in the lower arm and some fingers. Weakness of muscle strength. Waking up at night due to pain or tingling in the hands or fingers,…
Crush Injury Crush injury is an injury that results in the crushing of certain body parts (such as bones, muscles, or even internal organs) due to being crushed or under great pressure from heavy objects. Injuries can be lacerations, closed and open fractures (parts of the bone protrude through the skin), traumatic amputations (parts of the body are cut off), and bruises (due to muscle damage). In severe cases, medical treatment needs to be done immediately, within minutes to hours. Because, if it is too late, it can cause complications and even death. Symptoms of Crush Injury The symptoms of this…
What is a CT Scan? A CT scan uses a computer and a rotating X-ray machine to create cross-sectional images of the body. This provides more detailed information than a regular X-ray. The machine can show soft tissue, blood vessels, and bones in various parts of the body. The exam is suitable for people who have suffered injuries from car accidents or other trauma. This procedure can visualize almost any part of the body. In addition, to diagnose disease or injury, and to plan medical, surgical, or radiation treatment. Differences between CT scans, MRIs, and X-rays There are several differences between…