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Hunter Syndrome Biochemistry

Numerous biochemical reactions support key functions in the human body. These functions include energy production, communication within the body, growth, development and the fight against infection. Another important function is the breakdown of large biomolecules. A fault in the breakdown of these molecules is the pathological mechanism behind hunter syndrome and other storage diseases.

16 Jun 2010

Hives Treaments

Hives or urticaria mostly resolves on its own and does not require treatment if the condition is mild. Acute urticaria usually resolves completely within six weeks. If the itching and symptoms are particularly bothersome, treatment may be offered.

16 Jun 2010

Hives Diagnosis

Diagnosis of hives or urticaria is often made on clinical examination of the lesions which are caused by exposure to an allergen.

16 Jun 2010

Hives Pathophysiology

Urticaria or hives is commonly caused by the release of histamine and other chemical messengers in the skin surface. The release of these chemicals leads to the symptoms of allergy such as redness, itchiness and swelling.

16 Jun 2010

What are Hives?

Hives, also called urticaria, nettle rash or welts is essentially an allergic skin rash.

16 Jun 2010

Pyelonephritis Symptoms

Pyelonephritis typically occurs when a urinary tract infection migrates to the upper urinary tract, thus causing the kidney to become inflamed.

16 Jun 2010

Pyelonephritis Pathology

Pyelonephritis is a type of urinary tract infection that affects one or both kidneys. The condition is encountered in the acute and chronic forms, with further subclassification of the latter depending on whether there is also a lower urinary tract obstruction.

16 Jun 2010

Pyelonephritis Treatments

Pyelonephritis refers to a lower urinary tract infection that has spread to the pelvis of the kidney.

16 Jun 2010

What is Pyelonephritis?

The urinary system is the drainage system of the human body for removing waste and extra water. It consists of the two kidneys, two ureters (which connect the kidneys and the bladder), a bladder and a urethra. Urinary tract infections represent the most common urologic disease with enormous direct and indirect costs of medical care for affected individuals.

16 Jun 2010

Wilms Tumor Prognosis

The overall prognosis of Wilms Tumor usually quite positive with more than 80% of all children diagnosed expecting to survive the disease long-term.

9 Jun 2010

Wilms Tumor Treatments

When Wilms tumor is suspected based on presenting symptoms of the patient, a surgical biopsy is needed to confirm the diagnosis.

9 Jun 2010

What is Wilms Tumor?

Wilms tumor, which is also known as nephroblastoma, is a type of cancer that initially appears in the kidneys.

9 Jun 2010

Wilms Tumor Pathology

Wilms Tumor is the most common type of kidney cancer in children, although it can also affect some adults.

9 Jun 2010

Chelation Therapy Medical Use

Chelation therapy is a widely used medicine for the treatment of heavy metal poisoning. The treatment can be administered orally or through injection into a vein or muscle.

9 Jun 2010

Chelation Therapy Side Effects

Few side effects occur when chelating agents are administered for approved indications using the recommended dosage and route of administration.

9 Jun 2010

What is Chelation Therapy?

Chelation therapy involves the administration of chelating agents to treat toxic metal poisoning. These chelating agents or chelants are used to remove heavy metals from the body in cases of overdose, poisoning or accumulation. The chelants are ligands that bind to metals present in the blood and tissues.

9 Jun 2010

Low Libido Causes & Treatment Options

A low sexual desire or libido can be a sign of healthy aging, or something more serious. This article examines the causes and treatments available.

9 Jun 2010

History of Libido

In the contemporary society, libido represents a concept with deep biological, psychological, social, and cultural meaning.

9 Jun 2010

What is Libido?

Libido is a term that is commonly used to describe sexual drive or a desire for sexual activity.

9 Jun 2010

Laryngitis Causes & Symptoms

Laryngitis is inflammation in and around the mucus membranes of the larynx or voice box. The irritated larynx becomes swollen and painful, leading to a sore throat, hoarse voice and even a complete loss of voice. Most cases of laryngitis are caused by an infection.

9 Jun 2010