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Acne Wrongful Death Lawsuits Personal Injury From Birth Control

  • Posted on September 4, 2011 at 11:39 am

Yaz and Yasmin are another prime example of corporate greed and lust for profits outweighing the public welfare. Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. the makers of Yaz and Yasmin has over 7,000 lawsuits against them for personal injuries related to these drugs. The pharmaceutical maker made some strong claims in commercials about the drug’s ability to relieve acne, moodiness, headaches, bloating, muscle aches, and premenstrual syndrome. The only problem is that the FDA did not approve the use of Yaz for these conditions. It is true that traditional contraceptives have been use to treat acne and Yaz was approved for use against moderate acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). PMDD is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome. However, Bayer had been misleading and neglectful in its advertisements about the risks associated with these drugs. The dangers of Yaz are much greater than traditional contraceptives. Women have suffered blood clots, gall bladder disorders, stroke, liver damage, and lumps in the breast, vaginal bleeding, heart attack, death, and pulmonary embolism. Some women were found taking Yaz not for contraception but to treat acne only.

Deaths From Yasmin Contraceptives

There is the story of Brittany Prewitt a 15-year-old girl that died from a pulmonary embolism because of Yasmin. Her dermatologist originally


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Major Depressive Disorder Drugs Causing Dry Skin

  • Posted on September 3, 2011 at 12:59 am

Treating MDD

Antidepressants and drugs used to treat major depressive disorder all have side effects. One of the common reactions is dry skin, dry mouth, and rash. In some cases, this can be an indication of toxicity. So be careful to notice any changes and consult your physician or mental health provider.

  • Zoloft (sertraline hydrochloride) is an antidepressant
  • Lexapro (antidepressant also called Escitalopram)
  • Effexor, Effexor XR (Venlafaxine
  • Cymbalta (duloxetine)
  • Lamictal (lamotrigine)
  • REMERON (mirtazapine)

What Is Major Depressive Disorder Symptoms

  • Insomnia
  • Depression
  • Irritability especially in adolescents or children
  • Drastic change in weight when there is no dieting involved
  • Low energy
  • Feeling worthless
  • Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Slowed behavior
  • Not related to another disorder
  • Lost of interest in activities

What Causes Major depressive disorder

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Can Scalp Psoriasis Be Treated

  • Posted on June 1, 2011 at 5:56 am

Psoriasis can effect the skin or joints. In the case of scalp psoriasis, it is limited to the scalp, head or neck area. Flaky white particles sometimes resembling falling crumbs or dandruff, to an onlooker this may raise concerns of contagion but it is not. Believe it, or not this is a very common condition. Scalp psoriasis is treatable. Scaling can be mild to severe effecting large areas of the scalp even reaching onto the neck, forehead, and ears. Furthermore, many may find other areas of the body effected.

Upon first glance, it may appear to be similar to other skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, but there are some very distinct differences. It is true that both ailments produce scaling however, those involving seborrheic dermatitis are yellow and greasy. If the eye is untrained, misdiagnosis can occur.

Sometimes scalp psoriasis will go away of its own accord. If not treatment is needed.

There are multiple treatments some requiring no doctor at all. Purchased either online or over the counter (otc).

Salicylic acid used to soften scales for easy removal. Usually found in treatment shampoos and soaps.

If concentrations are, too high skin irritation and temporary hair loss can occur.

Tar another remedy coming in two forms coal or wood. Found in creams, ointments, oils, gels, and shampoos. Some of these concoctions can be rather smelly. When using a tar-based shampoo reduce smell by applying a non-medicated conditioner afterwards. Tars are

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Products For Acne And Rosacea Treatment

  • Posted on June 1, 2011 at 5:35 am

That red pimple (papules) inside your rash is not acne. Rosacea patients hate those annoying skin bumps. Being more problematic when on the face because they are a source of embarrassment. There has been misconception that acne and rosacea are a part of the same condition. The origins of this fallacy predominately caused by the term coined for those with both acne and rosacea hence acne rosacea. It is possible to have both conditions simultaneously. Each skin ailment treated separately.

One big difference between acne and rosacea is the later tends to effect fair-skinned people. With acne complexion is not a consideration. It never leads to blindness as in the case of Ocular rosacea (rosacea keratitis). Clearly, it is the more serious of the two ailments and is incurable.

The products and treatment for acne and rosacea sometimes overlap. Case in point would be

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Causes And Treatment Of Rosacea

  • Posted on May 3, 2011 at 1:03 am

Rosacea has a telltale blush similar that seen when drinking alcohol. However, do not be mistaken the cause of rosacea is in no way caused by alcohol. Drinking can exacerbate the condition. W.C. Fields world famous vaudevillian, who some may say were just as famous for his flushing red checks as his comedic talent had rosacea.

Other well-known rosacea sufferers have been Bill Clinton, Mariah Carey, Rembrandt, and J.P Morgan. The disease primarily effects Caucasian of northwestern European dissent with fair skin English, Irish or of Scottish origins. In addition, it is more common among women than men and sometimes mistaken for sunburn.

It is not contagious or infectious. Dry skin can be a problem for many sufferers. Rosacea is a chronic long-term incurable condition marked by periodic flare-ups and remissions. However, it is treatable and symptoms controlled. Unfortunately, it grows worse with aging.

Causes of rosacea

The cause of rosacea is unknown but there are theories as to its origin.

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Eyebrow Transplants Restoration The Benefits

  • Posted on April 25, 2011 at 3:43 pm

It is the art of replacing hair above the eye, which you never had or lost. Eyebrow restoration is a form of cosmetic surgery. How long does it take? It can take anywhere from 3-4 hours depending on skin sensitivity.

Celebrities Without Eyebrows

Two of the most famous people with no eyebrows are Whoopi Goldberg and Mona Lisa. These are two of the most recognizable names on the planet. Being browless in this case has not hurt their personal appearance. It has made them more distinctive in our minds.

Reason For Getting An Eyebrow Transplant

What are some of the primary reasons for replacement surgery?

  • It can be the cure for lack of self-confidence because of scarce and thinning eyebrow hair.
  • It can be a permanent solution if you hate drawing in artificial brows daily with pencil liner.
  • Eyebrows become patchy due to aging
  • Alopecia and chemotherapy can cause eyebrow and lash loss.
  • What is Alopecia? It is a rare autoimmune disorder causing severe/massive hair loss.
  • What other circumstances can cause eyebrow hair loss?
  • Liver disease
  • Excessive tweezer plucking
  • Eyebrows seared off during a chemical fire
  • Infections
  • There can be hereditary factors
  • Eyebrow hair stops growing
  • Scars interfering with hair growth
  • Medications

It would be great to get before and after pictures so you can see what kind of work to expect from your surgeon.

What To Expect

Restoration usually done in one sitting and is permanent. No deep anesthesia needed. Procedure often completed with an oral sedative and local anesthesia in the office.

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If You Have Psoriatic Arthritis

  • Posted on April 25, 2011 at 3:41 pm

Approximately 10- 30% of severe psoriasis suffers have an associated arthritis, effecting the joints, ankles, ligaments, tendons, lower back pain, neck pain and stiffness. The symptoms can affect joints on one or both sides of the body. Damage caused by psoriatic arthritis can be progressive and permanent. Usually psoriasis of the skin appears on average about ten years prior to developing arthritis or it can be as little as three months. However, this is not always the case as it can precede psoriasis.

Psoriatic arthritis can leave affected fingers and toes with a sausage like appearance.

Treating Psoriatic Arthritis

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) used to reduce and control joint swelling, stiffness, and pain. These would include aspirin, ibuprofen, or those requiring a prescription.

Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs) are available by prescription only. Used for the most severe swelling and pain. These would include methotrexate, cyclosporine, and sulfasalazine

What Is Psoriasis The Symptoms

There is no cure for psoriasis. It is not contagious. It is a chronic condition where skin cells pile up, which at times may go into remission.

  • A skin condition commonly recognized by raised red patchy areas.
  • Severely dry and cracked skin
  • Burning skin
  • Itching that can lead to sores,
  • Flaking
  • Maroonish spots on the body
  • Breaks in the skin
  • Silvery patches
  • Crumbling nails
  • Lesions

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, although the symptoms can be mild to severe, it is not life threatening. On the scalp, it can be remindful of dandruff. However, it can cover a large surface area over the body. Flare-ups sometimes attributed to stress or other health problems. Many who have the condition prefer to cover the affected area with clothing because of embarrassment.

The condition is no respecter of age or sex. Anyone can be stricken; affecting the elbows, scalp, knees, and even around the genital area. A small number of those suffering from Psoriasis will go on to develop Psoriatic Arthritis. Skin associated with the disease can quickly become dry and cracked. Severe itching and soreness can be common. Nails can become thick and break easily.

There is no one type of psoriasis but several.

Types Of Psoriasis

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Dry Eyes From Contact Lenses

  • Posted on March 29, 2011 at 9:30 pm

Do have a sandy gritty feeling in your eyes? If you frequently wear contact lenses, you may be familiar with this condition. Some blame it on things in the environment such as wind, smoke or dry heat but this is not always the case.

Eyes Dry From Soft Contacts

Soft contact lenses are made of plastics that contain water, depending on the intended wearing schedule; lenses can contain 30-75% water. Overtime this moisture evaporates and it then absorbs water from your own tears. Eventually eyes can become dry, red, even blurry vision can occur.

For many dry eye symptoms are a short-term issue. However, for those who have worn contacts for many years dryness can come from damage to hairlike structures on the cornea causing poor tear film stability.

Dryness From Rigid Contact Lenses

If you wear rigid gas permeable lenses, they are more prone to dryness despite the efforts of manufactures to make them more compatible with natural tear film. This kind of contact lens contains no water in the lens vs. soft lenses. By nature, its polymeric hydrophobic materials repel tears/moisture present in the eye.

What Are The Alternatives For Relieving Dry Eyes

Punctal plugs inserted into the lacrimal punctum to help retain tears. This very small plug is

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Why Are My Eyes Red From Contacts Lens

  • Posted on March 29, 2011 at 8:37 pm

Red Eyes From Contact Lenses Most of us that wear contacts usually pop them in and forget it until there is a problem like red eye. Be mindful that contacts are a foreign object making direct eye contact. When red eye occurs let this be a warning to get your immediate attention to avoid any potential serious eye issues.

Causes And Solutions

If you have allergies, wearing contacts may pose difficulties because of the lens tendencies to collect pollen and other deposits on the surface that will aggravate eye allergies. The constant tearing, rubbing itchy eyes can make life miserable.

Allergies and redness can be caused by contact lens solutions, re-wetting, disinfecting, cleaning and eye drop lubricating solutions. Reaction does not always appear immediately but may suddenly develop after long-term use (years or months). Since these formulas can contain preservatives this may be the source of the problem.

If you wear contacts eyes can become red and scratchy as the day wears on eventually resulting in dry eye syndrome. Sufficient tear formation is needed to wear contacts because

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How Contact Lenses Cause Allergies

  • Posted on March 29, 2011 at 7:58 pm

Allergy To Contact Lenses If you wear contact lens and have eyes that are red, itching, teary, painful, burning or swollen, you may be suffering from allergies. Eye allergies can be hereditary.

Regardless of the cause having an eye allergy does not mean you have to give up wearing contacts. They are the perfect alternative for those who feel eyeglasses are unattractive. Try to pin down the source of the problem with a little experimentation. Removing the catalyst may resolve the problem.

Here is what you can do.

Tips On Avoiding Allergic Reactions

Allergens stick like a magnet to contact lenses. Single use (one day or disposable) lenses can increase comfort, reduce accumulation of pollen, allergens and irritant buildup.

You would be amazed at some of the pollutants and deposits that can stick to contacts, pet dander, mold, pollen and dust. That is why many eye physicians recommend disposables. Bacteria and contaminants are thrown away buildup from repeated wear does not occur. Not to mention the fact that we do not always clean and store extended wear lenses properly.

Dailies unlike reusable’s do not get that sand paper feel the surface remains smooth. Priced

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