Parasitic Diseases

What Is Prolia? Prolia (denosumab) is used to treat and slow down bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of fractures, usually due to osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones). Prolia is also used to increase bone mass in people receiving specific breast cancer or prostate cancer treatments. Prolia interferes with the interaction between the RANKL and RANK proteins. Specifically, Prolia is a RANKL inhibitor that prevents RANKL's ability to attach with RANK. This is thought to block osteoclast activity. Osteoclasts are bone cells that play a role in breaking down bones. Prolia is available as a prescription subcutaneous (under the skin) injection. Drug Facts Generic Name : Denosumab Brand Name(s) : Prolia Drug Availability : Prescription Therapeutic Classification : RANKL inhibitor Available Generically : Prolia doesn't currently have a generic version, which is called an interchangeable biosimilar...

Antidepressants are prescription psychotropic medications that treat several mental health conditions, including: Yet while antidepressants help relieve symptoms of the above conditions for many people, they can also cause a range of side effects, such as: Another potential side effect you might experience? Eczema: a condition in which your skin becomes dry, itchy, and inflamed. The relationship between depression, antidepressants, and eczema can be confusing, in part because in some cases, antidepressants can help treat symptoms of eczema. What's more, evidence also supports a strong link between eczema and depression. Below, find out what experts currently know about the link between antidepressants, eczema, and depression, plus get answers to your questions about managing eczema symptoms while taking antidepressants. According to a 2014 review of clinical trials, eczema can happen as a side effect of the following drugs: According to the review, most people taking antidepressa...

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New York, July 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Global Hospital-Acquired Infection Diagnostics Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Product, By Infection Type, By Application, By Test Type, By End User, By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2022 – 2028" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06289253/?utm_source=GNW It can be acquired from an infected patient, the surrounding environment, or the facility's staff. All patients are at risk for infections acquired in the hospital. People that had surgery, the children and the elderly, are more likely to get hospital-acquired infections. The most common infections are surgical-site infections, respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, cardiovascular system infections, bloodstream infections, and bone and joint infections. Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are a leading cause of death among hospitalized patients in both d...

Some parasites can infect humans. Once inside of a body, parasites can travel to different organs, including the eyes. Without treatment, these infections can lead to eye pain, vision problems, and in some cases, blindness. Parasites are organisms that live in, or on, another organism. The host organism provides the parasites with ideal living conditions and a source of nutrients. Most parasites damage their hosts in some way. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies three types of parasites that cause diseases in humans. These are: protozoa, or single-celled organisms, which can multiply inside of the body, which can lead to serious infections helminths, which include flatworms, flukes, and roundworms ectoparasites, or blood-sucking invertebrates, include mosquitoes, lice, ticks, and mites Most parasites secrete toxic substances, damaging their hosts. These substances can destroy the tissue or cause inflammation. This article looks at some parasitic infections ...

If your dog is dragging their butt, it might be a symptom of clogged anal glands. It could also signal a worm infestation if your dog is also having diarrhea.  Skin irritation and food allergies could also be why your dog is dragging their butt.  If you're a dog parent, chances are, you've caught your pup dragging his or her butt across the carpet on at least one occasion. You probably shrugged (or laughed) it off and forgot about it. But what if your dog is scooting a lot? Is it a reason for concern? Well, they certainly aren't just dragging their butt on the floor for the fun of it. Here are five reasons why your dog might be scooting.  1. Impacted anal glands Impacted anal glands are a common reason that dogs scoot. Anal gla...

Acne is a common skin condition that causes pimples, especially on the face, back, shoulders, and chest. It's most common among teenagers, but it can affect people of all ages. Many factors contribute to acne development, including genetics, stress, and fluctuating hormone levels. Dietary triggers, especially dairy products, have also been implicated in acne development, although this link remains controversial. Still, given that whey is one of the primary proteins found in dairy products, you may wonder whether there's any link between taking whey protein supplements and acne. This article examines the current evidence to answer whether whey protein causes acne. Diet can play a significant role in acne development, with dairy products often cited as a key contributor. Indeed, a review of 14 studies found a significant link between milk and acne development and severity in both teenagers and adults ( 1 ). However, these studies were observational, meaning they cannot prove a ca...