Psoriasis, one of the most common dermatoses, occurs in 1 to 3 percent of the population. Although it is rarely life-threatening, psoriasis can cause significant morbidity, social embarrassment, financial cost and disruption in patients’ lives. While patients with extensive and severe disease may require potent oral therapy, less severe psoriasis is typically treated with topical medications. In this post, we review some of the topical treatments available to psoriasis sufferers.
BioDelivery Sciences International Inc recently announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had approved its opioid treatment for chronic pain. Belbuca is an opioid film patch and aims to treat patients with chronic pain who need round-the-clock treatment and for whom current alternatives do not suffice. Belbuca has the advantages of lower possibility for abuse and less chance of causing constipation. Physicians will be able to prescribe the medication for 6 months at a time rather than by the month.
People with joint conditions such as arthritis often take over the counter NSAIDs such as ibuprofen to relieve joint pain and inflammation. However, taking oral NSAIDs often can be harmful to your health. The FDA black box warning states that NSAIDs may cause an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, gastric ulcers, and gastric bleeding. Transdermal creams or gels can be used to deliver NSAIDs through the skin into underlying joints or tissues to relieve pain and inflammation. They offer the advantage of being more effective at relieving pain and with fewer harmful side effects.
Medical researchers have known for several years that there is some sort of link between long-term depression and an increased risk of stroke. But now scientists are finding that even after such depression eases, the risk of stroke can remain high.
Rachael Vardeman, an employee of Key Compounding Pharmacy, talks with host Shalena Putnam about how she has dealt with the chronic pain brought on by a car accident. She tells about the (non-addictive) alternative she discovered for managing her pain.
The thyroid plays a crucial role in our overall health. Thyroid hormones act throughout the body, influencing metabolism, growth and development, and body temperature. During infancy and childhood, adequate thyroid hormone is crucial for brain development. Thyroid imbalance is a big problem. More than 12% of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. Find out what signs of a thyroid imbalance you should watch for.
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