Studies of the prevalence of mental disorders in patients with cancer [ 1, 2] show that most patients do not meet the diagnostic criteria for any specific mental disorder. However, many do experience a variety of difficult emotional responses.[ 3] Psychosocial distress exists on a continuum (see the figure below)...

Bupivacaine liposomal injection is used to manage pain after surgery. Bupivacaine is in a class of medications called local anesthetics.It works by blocking nerves from sending pain signals. This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask...

Lidocaine injection is used to treat arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats). Lidocaine injection is in a class of medications called antiarrhythmics. It works by acting on the heart muscle to improve the heart's rhythm. This medication may be...

What is Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS)? Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is an illness that was first found in Saudi Arabia in 2012 and has since spread to other countries. It's caused by a type of coronavirus that can cause a moderate to severe upper respiratory illness such as the common cold. MERS can...

Traveling across time zones can trigger jet lag, a common condition that usually goes away within several days. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Rest easy with melatonin Improve sleep quality and avoid daytime drowsiness by taking 0.5 mg of this natural hormone at...

Malaria is a disease that causes a fever and other flu-like symptoms, such as chills, headache, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. A severe type of malaria can cause serious heart, lung, kidney, and brain problems, or death. You can get...

Primary Remedies Pulsatilla This remedy can be helpful if acne is worse from eating rich or fatty foods, and aggravated by warmth or heat. It is indicated especially around the time of puberty, or when acne breaks out near menstrual periods. The person often has a fair complexion and is inclined toward soft emotions and...

Discusses serious condition in which scarring damages the liver. Looks at causes, including heavy alcohol use, autoimmune chronic hepatitis, and chronic viral hepatitis. Covers symptoms like fluid buildup in the belly called ascites. Discusses transplant.

Botanical names: Andrographis paniculata How It Works The major constituents in andrographis are diterpene lactones known as andrographolides. These bitter constituents are believed to have immune-stimulating, anti-inflammatory, fertility-decreasing, liver-protective, and bile secretion-stimulating actions. 3 Though...

What is hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a virus that infects the liver. Most people who get it have it for a short time and then get better. This is called acute hepatitis B. Sometimes the virus causes a long-term infection, called chronic hepatitis B. Over time, it can damage your liver. Babies and young children infected...