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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksDosageSide EffectsInteractionsContraindications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works Dosage Side Effects Interactions Contraindications Topamax (topiramate) is an anti-seizure medication that may be prescribed to prevent certain types ofmigraine headachesfor adults and adolescents age 12 and older.A migraine is more severe than a headache and often lasts longer (up to 72 hours). Terry Vine/Getty Images Besides Topamax, topiramate is sold under two other brand names—Qudexy XR and Trokendi XR—and is also available in a generic form....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStages and ProgressionSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stages and Progression Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Goutis a type ofinflammatory arthritisthat affects over 9 million American adults.It results fromhyperuricemia(high uric acid levels) in the body. People with chronic gout may develop tophaceous gout because uric acid levels in the blood stay too high, causing more crystals to form around the joints....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They WorkTazorac (Tazarotene)Soriatane (Acitretin) Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Work Tazorac (Tazarotene) Soriatane (Acitretin) Retinoids are forms of Vitamin A delivered in topical and oral formulations that can slow the growth of skin cells in people withpsoriasis.Since their introduction in 1971, retinoids have been used to treat a variety of skin concerns including fine wrinkles, flat warts, acne, and certain types of skin cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesApplicationFormulationsSide Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Application Formulations Side Effects Topicalclindamycinis a first-line treatment for a severe type of acne that happens when bacteria clog pores and triggers the immune system to respond and cause inflammation (inflammatory acne). Clindamycin is an antibiotic that is used with other acne medications to treat the condition. The oral form of clindamycin is also sometimes used to treat mild to moderate acne....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Creams WorkCapsaicinLidocaineMenthol Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Creams Work Capsaicin Lidocaine Menthol When nerves in your body get damaged, it’s called neuropathy. The condition causes chronic pain. If you have numbness, burning, or tingling in your hands or feet, it’s calledperipheral neuropathy. This means that the pain occurs in a part of your body away from the center (peripheral), like your limbs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffect on AcneWhen It’s UsedHow to UseDosageSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effect on Acne When It’s Used How to Use Dosage Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Erythromycin, in its topical form (applied to skin), is used to treatinflammatory acne. It cannot cure acne, but it can help you keep it under control. Erythromycin is typically used in combination with other medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsArnicaCapsaicinMentholLidocaineTurmericHow to Apply Muscle CreamPossible Side Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Arnica Capsaicin Menthol Lidocaine Turmeric How to Apply Muscle Cream Possible Side Effects Andresr / Getty Images Arnicais an herb, and its flowers are commonly used in medicine. It contains active chemicals that can aid in reducing swelling and decreasing pain and act as an antibiotic. Common products containing Arnica include:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsErythemaComedonesContact DermatitisTachyphylaxisRosaceaSkin AtrophyStretch MarksSkin InfectionsGlaucoma Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Erythema Comedones Contact Dermatitis Tachyphylaxis Rosacea Skin Atrophy Stretch Marks Skin Infections Glaucoma Topical steroidsare extremely effective at treating a wide range of inflammatory diseases, but these medications are not without risks. Some potential topical steroid side effects include burning, stinging, stretch marks, skin thinning, and infections. Long-term use can lead to skin and eye damage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms of Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)What Are Examples of Topical Steroids?How Do I Know If I Have TSW?How Long Does TSW Last?TreatmentManagement and Coping StrategiesPrevention and Long-Term Outlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms of Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) What Are Examples of Topical Steroids? How Do I Know If I Have TSW? How Long Does TSW Last? Treatment Management and Coping Strategies...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat They AreStrengthsTreatmentFormulations Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What They Are Strengths Treatment Formulations Topical steroids are grouped into classes based on their performance and concentration.Class I steroids, such as clobetasol propionate, are the strongest and require a prescription; Class VII steroids, such ashydrocortisone, are the weakest and available over-the-counter (OTC). Topical steroids also come in a variety of forms, including creams and gels....

Onychomycosis(toenail fungus) is a problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Onychomycosis can be mild, causing only cosmetic concerns. For some people, however, changes in the nail structure can cause pain and even lead to a secondarybacterial infection. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.See Photozlisjak / Getty Images This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.See Photo This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Torn Ligament?SymptomsLocationsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Torn Ligament? Symptoms Locations Diagnosis Treatment Symptoms of a torn ligament can include pain and swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving the affected joint. Depending on the severity, these injuries may be treated conservatively with rest and bracing, with physical therapy, or with surgery. This article walks you through the symptoms of a ligament tear and the activities that may cause it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Meniscus TearsFactors That Influence HealingWhen Do Meniscus Tears Need Surgery?Alternatives to Surgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Meniscus Tears Factors That Influence Healing When Do Meniscus Tears Need Surgery? Alternatives to Surgery Meniscus tearsmay be treated with rest, physical therapy, and/or surgery.Which option is best for you depends on several factors, including the location of the injury, your overall health, and whether you have a full tear, partial tear, or frayed meniscus....