Author: Saroj Kumari
Ergotism Ergotism or ergotism is known as ergotoxicosis, ergot poisoning, or Saint Anthony’s Fire. It is a long-term poisoning effect experienced by humans or animals after consuming food mixed with alkaloids from the fungus Claviceps purpurea. Symptoms of Ergotism Symptoms begin within an hour of ergot poisoning. Signs can last for about a week and worsen when the sufferer eats grain containing the fungus. The symptoms are classified into 3 categories: Neurological symptoms This includes: Dizzy . Headache. Seizures. Psychosis. Coma. Gastrointestinal symptoms This includes: Nauseous. Vomit. Stomach ache. Cramps. Diarrhea. Symptoms in blood vessels Symptoms of vascular disorders occur when ergot alkaloids constrict blood vessels. The medical…
Erdosteine Erdosteine is a drug that you can use to treat chronic bronchitis, a condition where the airways become inflamed and produce a lot of mucus. This drug is a mucolytic drug that works by making mucus less thick and sticky, making it easier for you to expel. This medicine is available in capsule and syrup form, and you can only get it with a doctor’s prescription. Erdosteine is a derivative of mercapto-amino acid, present in the form of thiolactone. It is a potential drug or prodrug that after entering the body will change into an active form and provide…
Episcleritis Episcleritis is a condition where inflammation occurs in the episclera, which is the transparent layer that covers the white part of the eye called the sclera. Symptoms of Episcleritis The main sign and symptom of episcleritis is redness that often occurs in one eye, but can sometimes occur in both eyes. There are two types of episcleritis that can occur, simple episcleritis and nodular episcleritis, with slightly different appearances. In simple episcleritis, there is usually redness in part and sometimes the entire eye with minimal discomfort. In nodular episcleritis, there is a slightly raised lump surrounded by dilated blood…
Epiglottitis Epiglottitis is an infection of the epiglottis that can cause epiglottis dysfunction and swelling. In severe cases, epiglottitis can cause life-threatening respiratory obstruction. Symptoms of Epiglottitis The infection usually begins in the upper respiratory tract as inflammation of the nose and throat. Then, the infection moves down to the epiglottis. The infection is often accompanied by bacteremia (blood infection). Epiglottitis can be quickly fatal because the swelling of the infected tissue can block the airway and stop breathing. Typically, the infection begins suddenly and progresses rapidly. Symptoms include: Sore throat. Swallowing disorder. Respiratory disorders. Bend forward, in an attempt…
What is an Epidural Hematoma(EDH)? Epidural hematoma or extradural bleeding is a condition where blood collects in the epidural area, which is the area between the skull and the dura mater layer. The dura mater is the outermost membrane or layer of the meninges (membranes of the brain and spine) that surrounds and protects the brain and spine. In the head, the dura mater is usually attached to the inner skull and is therefore susceptible to bleeding. Epidural hematoma can occur in the head and spine, but usually occurs in the head due to an injury that causes a fracture…