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In benign essential blepharospasm, uncontrolled muscle contractions cause the eyelids to close involuntarily. At times the eyes may remain closed for several hours. When the uncontrolled movements spread to these areas, the condition is sometimes referred to asMeige syndrome. Verywell / JR Bee Causes The cause of benign essential blepharospasm is unknown. It is not uncommon for people with no family history or known risk factors to develop the condition....

Biologics for lupus include Benlysta (belimumab) as well as many biologics being tested in clinical trials. The joints, skin, blood vessels, and various organs are usually most impacted by lupus. What Are Biologics? Verywell / Jessica Olah Biologicsare a throw in of treatment new to the market over the last few decades. These drugs are genetically engineered proteins based on the bodys natural proteins and use live systems to manufacture them....

Psoriatic diseaseis an autoimmune condition that includes psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). These medications are designed to slow or stop joint damage, inflammation, and progression of psoriatic disease. What Are Biologics? Maskot / Getty Images Biologics work by mimicking substances naturally made by your immune system. Most biologics for psoriatic disease are given byself-injection. It is also one of the safest arthritis drugs, although there are misconceptions that it is highly toxic....

Females, for example, are more likely to be diagnosed withbipolar 2 disorder. They may face a higher risk of depression and suicide, though males are often diagnosed earlier. Identifying and treating bipolar disorder in females can be more difficult due to co-occurring conditions. PeopleImages / Getty Images They may be more likely to relapse during treatment, especially duringpregnancyand its challenges. Researchers are increasingly looking at female hormonal influences in bipolar disorder....

Bronchodilators work by dilating (widening) the airways to help you breathe better. Uses and Types Because bronchodilators relax smooth muscle in the airways. They have a dilating effect on thebronchiand they relieve issues like sudden constriction (tightening) of the airways. BSIP/UIG / Getty Images Bronchodilators are available in short-acting or long-acting formulations. There are three classes of bronchodilators, and each class works a little differently. Your prescription will depend on your specific condition....

Bursitis is a condition in which slippery cushions within a joint space, called bursa, become inflamed. (In medical terminology, the suffix “-itis” refers toinflammation.) The function of a bursa is to decrease friction between two surfaces as they move in different directions. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Getty Images There are over 150 bursae situated throughout the body. If bursitis develops, the inflamed sac can impair movement and cause localized pain and swelling....

It may mean that it is not effective at controlling the development of the tumor. This article will detail how cancer can sometimes spread during chemotherapy and the signs that chemotherapy is malfunctioning. Verywell / Shideh Ghandeharizadeh How Does Chemotherapy Treat Cancer? Verywell / Shideh Ghandeharizadeh In treating cancer, chemotherapy is the use of drugs that kill fast-growing cells. These are non-discriminatory killersthey kill any fast-growing cells in the body, not just cancer cells....

Normally, T-cells fight cancer cells to prevent them from multiplying and causing disease. Most of the research on CAR-T treatment has been focused on blood cancers likeleukemiaandlymphoma. The immune cells are removed from a persons blood and altered before being placed back into the body. ZeynepKaya / Getty Images The immune cells then multiply within the body and work to help eradicate the cancer. White blood cellsinclude two major types of immune cells: T-cells and B-cells....

Sometimes, people have recurrent, chronic symptoms before an acute torsion occurs. An acute blockage or twist in the bowel is a medical emergency that usually requires surgery. During this time, the intestines are anchored to the abdominal wall by the mesentery. Verywell / Jessica Olah This allows the cecum to move freely (mobile cecum syndrome). Sometimes the condition is diagnosed during surgery or on a radiology film. Many people would never realize they had a moveable cecum because they don’t experience any symptoms or problems....

It ranges in severity, and the extent of change determines its impact. A mild degree of brain atrophy is not always a concern. Substantial brain atrophy can be associated with major neurological diseases, such as alarge strokeorprogressive dementia. PASIEKA / Getty Images In some instances, it isnt clear whether cerebral atrophy caused the medical condition or vice versa. Causes There are a variety of reasons for cerebral atrophy. It can occur due to progressive neurological disease, brain damage, or it can be present at birth....

As the AHA notes, this rate is nearly triple what it was in 1963. AGorohov / Getty Images But hope is not lost. A BMI at or above the 95thpercentile for children of the same age and sex is classified as obesity. AGorohov / Getty Images Body Mass Index BMI is a dated, flawed measure. It does not take into account factors such asbody composition, ethnicity, sex, race, and age....

When you experience a COPD exacerbation, you may need to use rapid-acting treatment, such as abronchodilator inhaler. Sometimes, a COPD exacerbation requires urgent medical care or hospitalization. While exacerbations are often treatable, they can be dangerous. AaronAmat / Getty Images Having too many exacerbations worsens COPD. Preventing COPD flare-ups is an important part of living with this disease. You’ll learn not only how to treat COPD exacerbations, but also how to prevent them....

Cough suppressants (antitussives) work by blocking the cough reflex in your brain so that you cough less. For more severe coughs, your healthcare provider may prescribe a medication formulated with codeine or hydrocodone. Dextromethorphan Dextromethorphan is the primary over-the-counter cough suppressant. Maskot / Getty Images It is appropriate for anonproductive cough(a dry cough that doesn’t bring up phlegm). Furthermore, studies have not shown that any OTC product improves acute cough significantly in children or adults....