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This article covers everything readers need to know about the condition. What Causes Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome? Gianotti-Crosti syndrome is brought on by a delayed overreaction of the immune system to a viral illness. Reproduced with permission from ©DermNetdermnetnz.org2023. The symptoms typically appear while a child is recovering from a viral infection. Reproduced with permission from DermNetdermnetnz.org2023. What Are the Symptoms of Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome? The symptoms of Gianotti-Crosti syndrome are more likely to appear in the spring and summer months....

Giant hogweed now grows in some regions of Britain, other parts of Western Europe, and Canada. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), giant hogweed is an invasive, noxious weed. DERO2084 / Getty Images What Does Giant Hogweed Look Like? DERO2084 / Getty Images Giant hogweed was initially grown as an ornamental plant for gardeners due to its attractive, lacelike appearance. Giant hogweed usually flowers in mid-June. Its white flowers grow at the top of each stem in large, flat clusters known as umbels....

These small bumpsknown aspapillaeoften form in response to wearing contact lenses or other chronic irritation. In GPC, the bumps grow and combine, forming very large bumps that sometimes resemble a cobblestone appearance. This article presents GPC symptoms and common causes of giant papillary conjunctivitis. Illustration by Brianna Gilmartin for Verywell Health The main symptom of GPC is itchy, irritated eyes. Some people may notice an increase in symptoms during the spring and summer months....

Are you looking for a gift for someone withfibromyalgia,chronic fatigue syndrome, orchronic pain? Here are 10 gift ideas and whether or not they’re appropriate for the person you’re shopping for. Warming Products: Likely Win! JovanaT/Getty Images Easing physical and emotional stress can help alleviate our symptoms, so promoting relaxation is good. Soothing music is a good option for many andit’s actually therapeutic. Check what technology the person uses or is comfortable with, as some prefer less up-to-date options....

Bilirubin is a yellow-hued byproduct that forms due to a breakdown of old or worn-out red blood cells. Many people with Gilbert syndrome will be asymptomatic, meaning they have no noticeable signs of the condition. Augustine Gilbert and Pierre Lerebullet first mentioned Gilbert syndrome in medical literature in 1901. Verywell / Jessica Olah How Does Gilbert Syndrome Make You Feel? Instead, some researchers believe they may simultaneously occur due to the presence of other conditions or illnesses....

Sadly, there have also been relatively few treatment options when these cancers come back. Glioblastoma Recurrence Unfortunately, even when glioblastoma is discovered and treated aggressively, it almost always recurs. Statistics Without treatment, overall survival may only be a few months. Chinnapong/iStock/Getty Images The five-year survival is 5%. Some treatments do improve survival, and several can improve quality of life. That said, repeat surgery can sometimes be very helpful for relieving symptoms triggered by the tumor....

Previously, the drug was marked as available but stayed on the shortage list. It is now considered resolved. Traditional pharmacies have 60 days, and outsourcing facilities have 90 days to transition patients to an FDA-approved drug. James Manning - PA Images / Getty Images TheASHP liststill marks both semaglutide and tirzepatide injections as being in shortage. The agency may soon determine the shortage is resolved and remove the drug from the list entirely....

Those on GLP-1s were 34% more likely to be diagnosed with acne within a year. The effect was most obvious in women. They were 53% more likely to develop acne than men. Boy_Anupong / Getty Images Most patients, especially those who are getting treated for weight, want to look and feel better. They probably dont want to also have acne that can scar them, Tolkachjov said. Making Sense of the Surprising Side Effect The findings, Tolkachjov said, are surprising....

Injectable Medications That Lower Blood Sugar and Aid Weight Loss GLP-1 receptor agonists are a non-insulintype 2 diabetesmedication. GLP-1 agonists help to lower blood sugar and aid in weight loss. This article discusses GLP-1 agonists. fertnig / istock It explains how GLP-1s work to treat diabetes and boost weight loss. It also describes the various GLP-1s on the market and the differences between them. GLP-1 receptor agonists belong to a class of medications known as incretin mimetics....

Glucerna diabetes products are designed to help improve blood sugar control. The products are also used as a weight-loss program for people with or without diabetes. This article discusses Glucerna for diabetes, which is sold byAbbott Laboratories. Abbott Nutrition It describes the various Glucerna product lines and the nutritional values of the original shakes and bars. Glucerna can be purchased online atAmazonor other major retailers and grocery stores. Flavors include homemade vanilla and rich chocolate....

Getty Images / Pricha Tihokam Weight Loss Glucomannan is one of the most viscous fibers. It can absorb up to 50 times its weight in water.It creates a thick gel when absorbed. The konjac root demonstrated weight loss benefits of varying degree within the groups studied. Getty Images / Pricha Tihokam More research is needed to understand its role. A small 2024 study of human fecal samples found glucomannan a helpful nutrient in managing gut health....

Glucosamine supplements may help people witharthritis,multiple sclerosis, age-related joint problems, and more. Talk to your healthcare provider about glucosamine used with certain medications or health concerns. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Paul Bradbury / Getty Images Some researchers have called for more clear shellfish allergy warnings on glucosamine supplement packaging. It also should be used with care when taking Tylenol (acetaminophen) and with some diabetes medications....

Gluteal sets are easy exercises that help improve muscular contractions and strengthen thegluteal muscles of the hip. Strong gluteal muscles help in hip extension as well as stabilization of the joint. These exercises are very beneficial for patients who have had knee orhip replacement surgeryas well as afterlower extremity fractures. Ruth Jenkinson / Getty Images If a DVT mobilizes in your veins, it may travel to your lungs and be fatal....