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Ichthopaste
Ichthopaste is a trademarked medicated bandage infused with ichthammol and zinc paste. It is utilized in the management of chronic eczema to help reduce itching.
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Ice-packs
Cryotherapy is the practice of applying ice, usually wrapped in a towel or other material, to the skin. This method is used to reduce inflammation and swelling, alleviate pain, and control bleeding. The decrease in temperature causes the blood vessels to narrow, resulting in reduced blood flow. Ice-packs serve as a pain relief method for…
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Hysterocontrast sonography
Hysterocontrast sonography is a procedure where ultrasound is used to examine the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes. A contrast medium, which is visible on ultrasound, is introduced into the uterine cavity through the vagina and cervix. This technique is often employed in the investigation of infertility. The main benefit of this method over hysterosalpingography is…
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Hypromellose
Hypromellose is a component found in synthetic tears, and it is administered in the form of eye drops.
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Surgical hypothermia
The intentional lowering of body temperature is a technique used to extend the duration that vital organs can safely go without their usual blood supply during open-heart surgery. Lower temperatures slow down the metabolic rate in tissues, thereby enhancing their ability to withstand an absence of oxygen. This cooling effect can be accomplished by consistently…
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Hyposplenism
Hyposplenism is a medical term used to describe a state where the spleen’s functionality is reduced. If the spleen is not working properly, it leads to a decrease in the production of antibodies, lymphocytes, and phagocytes, which are vital in combating harmful invaders such as microorganisms. Consequently, those with Hyposplenism are more prone to certain…
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Hyposensitization
Hyposensitization is a prophylactic approach to certain allergies, including those caused by grass pollens and insect venom. This treatment involves administering incrementally higher doses of the allergen, the substance causing the allergic reaction, to decrease the immune system’s sensitivity to it. This therapy may need to be carried out annually over several years. However, there’s…
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Hypomagnesaemia
Hypomagnesemia refers to an unusually low level of magnesium in the blood. This condition can be caused by various factors such as malabsorption, malnutrition, alcohol abuse, severe diarrhea, or certain kidney diseases. Magnesium deficiency can lead to impaired nerve and muscle function, potentially resulting in seizures. To treat hypomagnesemia, magnesium salts are administered through injections.…
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Oral hypoglycaemics
This group of medications is referred to as antidiabetic drugs, and they are employed to lower the blood glucose levels in individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Oral hypoglycemic medications exhibit diverse mechanisms of action. Sulphonylurea drugs work by boosting the body’s insulin production. Metformin enhances glucose uptake and utilization by body tissues, effectively…
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Hyperuricaemia
Hyperuricemia refers to an excessively high concentration of uric acid in the blood. This condition may contribute to the development of gout, due to uric acid crystals accumulating in the joints. Additionally, it can lead to kidney stones and the formation of crystal deposits in other tissues within the body. Hyperuricemia can be triggered by…
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