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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It OccursSymptomsCauses and Risk FactorsDiagnosisTreatmentProtecting FertilityPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It Occurs Symptoms Causes and Risk Factors Diagnosis Treatment Protecting Fertility Prognosis Premenopausal breast cancer, also known as early-onset breast cancer, is not as rare as some people believe, and the prevalence is increasing.Younger women who developbreast cancerare more likely to have more advanced, more aggressive, and harder-to-treat types of breast cancer compared to those diagnosed in postmenopausal women....

If you or a loved one are consideringgender affirmation surgery, you are probably wondering what steps you must go through before the surgery can be done. Let’s look at what is required to be a candidate for these surgeries, the potential positive effects and side effects of hormonal therapy, and the types of surgeries that are available. Fuse / Getty Images Overview Gender affirmation surgery, also known as gender confirmation surgery, is performed to align or transition individuals with gender dysphoria to their true gender....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefining High-Risk PregnancyWhat It Doesn’t MeanProvidersAppointmentsWhat to DoSelf-Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Defining High-Risk Pregnancy What It Doesn’t Mean Providers Appointments What to Do Self-Care A pregnancy is considered high risk if the person giving birth and/or the fetus has an increased chance of experiencing a health problem during pregnancy or delivery, compared to a typical pregnancy. Factors that may make a pregnancy high risk include preexisting health conditions of the pregnant person, their age, the medications they take, any health conditions they have that are related to the pregnancy or fetus, and their lifestyle factors such as substance use....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAge It StartsCausesSymptomsTreatmentSide EffectsCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Age It Starts Causes Symptoms Treatment Side Effects Coping Why Age-Farsightedness Happens With age comes changes to thelens of your eye. The lens is at the front of the eye, tucked behind that colored iris. It focuses light rays on theretinaat the back of the eye. In its normal function, small muscles attached to the lens change its shape as you focus on different distances, allowing the light rays to land on the retina....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPreventing Medical ErrorWhat Your Prescription Looks LikeMedical AbbreviationsPrescription Examples Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Preventing Medical Error What Your Prescription Looks Like Medical Abbreviations Prescription Examples Healthcare providers useprescription abbreviationsbased on Latin words. These abbreviations tell your pharmacist two things: Knowing how to read medical shorthand will help youunderstand your prescriptions. When you know what medication you will be receiving, you will be able to ask informed questions....

To increase access toasthma medications, many pharmaceutical manufacturers have set up programs to help defray out-of-pocket costs.Prescription assistance programs (PAPs)are designed to provide inhalers and other asthma drugs free of charge or at a highly discounted price to lower-income individuals and families. Copay assistance programs (CAPs) cover a portion of drug copay costs for people withhealth insurance. There are also non-profit copay programs for those who do not qualify for manufacturer-sponsored programs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHealthcare ReformInsurance CoverageA Note About Medicare and Out-Of-Pocket Drug CostsFormulariesMedicareMedicaidOther OptionsSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Healthcare Reform Insurance Coverage A Note About Medicare and Out-Of-Pocket Drug Costs Formularies Medicare Medicaid Other Options Summary The cost of prescriptions and their widespread use make pharmacy insurance—also called prescription drug coverage—a significant part of a comprehensive health insurance plan. Understanding prescription drug coverage will help you optimize your benefits and save money at the pharmacy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsTypesIndicationsSide EffectsSafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Types Indications Side Effects Safety Both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription fish oil supplements contain omega-3 fatty acids, the “good” fats in fish that can help reduce triglyceride levels. However, prescription formulations have significantly higher active compound concentrations and typically are given only to manage very high triglyceride levels. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates prescription fish oil supplements but not OTC ones....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAntibioticsAntihistamines/DecongestantsAntiviralsCough MedicinesDecongestantsNasal Sprays Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Antibiotics Antihistamines/Decongestants Antivirals Cough Medicines Decongestants Nasal Sprays Most people don’t need prescription medicine to treat the common cold or influenza. The first line of treatment for these viral infections is self-care: fluids, rest, and over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Severe upper respiratory tract symptoms, though, may benefit from prescription drugs. Antiviral medications can help to shorten the duration and reduce symptoms of the flu and COVID-19, for example....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAzelaic AcidRetinoidsAntibioticsCombination MedicationsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Azelaic Acid Retinoids Antibiotics Combination Medications Frequently Asked Questions While over-the-counter (OTC) acne products can be effective, prescription topical acne treatment may be recommended if you have stubborn acne and/or moderate-to-severe breakouts. These medications include azelaic acid, retinoid, antibiotic, and combination creams and gels. Boyloso / Getty Images These work in different ways—reducing inflammation, killing acne-causing bacteria, and encouraging the shedding of dead skin cells, for example....

Key Takeaways The president intends to double down on efforts that averted access to HIV prevention, care, and treatment. The new HIV/AIDs strategy includes: In an effort to increase access and support, the Biden Administration awarded $2.21 billion in funding to support Ryan White HIV/AIDS programming, which provides HIV primary medical care, medication, and other essential services to low-income people with HIV. CDC: New HIV cases in the U.S. Are Dropping–But Not for All...

Key TakeawaysPresident Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19.They are self-isolating.The President is reportedly experiencing mild symptoms, and has been given an experimental antibody treatment. Key Takeaways President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19.They are self-isolating.The President is reportedly experiencing mild symptoms, and has been given an experimental antibody treatment. Early Friday morning, President Trump tweeted he and First Lady Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19....

Key TakeawaysCOVID-19 relief proposals from President-Elect Biden include expanded delivery and administration of vaccines, investment in testing and treatment, and more critical supplies.Biden will share more specifics on his plan for expanded access to COVID-19 vaccines in a subsequent briefing. Key Takeaways COVID-19 relief proposals from President-Elect Biden include expanded delivery and administration of vaccines, investment in testing and treatment, and more critical supplies.Biden will share more specifics on his plan for expanded access to COVID-19 vaccines in a subsequent briefing....