What Is Psychiatry?
...of psychiatric disorders. Patients on long-term medication treatment will need to meet with their psychiatrist periodically to monitor the effectiveness of the medication and any potential side effects. Class of Medications...
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Arrhythmia – Drug Therapy
...is expected to undergo the following exams: Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) – This is a quick, painless diagnostic test that records the heart’s electrical activity. Commonly performed in the doctor’s...
What is Ocular Oncology Consultation: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...of cancer and what does this mean? What are my treatment options and their possible side effects? Is the consulting doctor experienced in treating this type of cancer? During the...
Arterial Doppler
What is Arterial Doppler: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results Definition and Overview An arterial doppler, also known as a vascular doppler or a vascular ultrasound, is a painless and non-invasive...
What is Head Surgery Follow-Up: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...affected by the surgical procedure, and regularly checking their post-operative progress is a necessary and crucial step toward total recovery. Possible complications and side effects that can affect the patient’s...
Anticoagulation Management
...side effects. For anticoagulants, two of the possible side effects are bruising and bleeding. Some patients like those with cancer or a bleeding disorder like hemophilia may bleed more easily....
What is Myocarditis?
...in performance during physical activity, such as exercise Chest pain Rapid heartbeat Shortness of breath Palpitations Swelling of the legs Fever Many cases of acute viral myocarditis clear up on...
What is Pallidotomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...symptoms become more severe and cause major disability in the patient If the patient’s condition no longer respond to medications If long-term use of medication is causing some side effects,...
What is Sex Change Surgery: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...body fat. Changes brought about by hormone therapy usually begin to show after a month, but full effects can only be expected after 5 years. The reason why hormone therapy...
What is Otoplasty: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...ENT specialist (otolaryngologist) can also be consulted to make sure the surgery will not affect the ear’s function. Because surgery can have psychological effects, a child may also be requested...