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Acne – Isotretinoin
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is isotretinoin? Isotretinoin is a medicine used to treat very bad acne. It is usually used for cystic acne that did not get better after treatment with other medicines. It is…
Acute Bronchitis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is acute bronchitis? Acute bronchitis is an infection of the bronchial (say: “brawn-kee-ull”) tree. The bronchial tree is made up of the tubes that carry air into your lungs. When…
Acute Diarrhea
Diarrhea means frequent loose bowel movements. If it starts all of a sudden and doesn’t last a long time, it’s called acute diarrhea. Usually it lasts just a day or two.
Acute Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is a condition that occurs when the pancreas, an organ behind the stomach, becomes swollen and painful.
Adhesive Capsulitis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is adhesive capsulitis? Adhesive capsulitis (say: “add-he-sive cap-sool-eye-tis”) is when you lose the ability to move your shoulder around in all directions without pain. Healthcare providers sometimes refer to this…
Adjustment Disorder With Anxiety
Adjustment disorder with anxiety is a condition in which you continue to feel nervous, worried, or afraid after a stressful event. These symptoms can last from 3 to 6 months after the event.
Adjustment Disorders in Children
An adjustment disorder is a reaction to stress. Acute adjustment disorder is when the symptoms last 6 months or less. Chronic adjustment disorder is when the symptoms exceed 6 months.
Adult Day Care Programs
People who attend adult day care programs generally have some physical or mental challenge.
Adult Immunization Schedule
Immunizations help protect you from serious, preventable diseases. Keeping up to date with immunizations helps you stay healthy. As an adult, you need to be immunized against tetanus and diphtheria. Depending on your age and health, you may also need protection against influenza (flu), hepatitis, measles, rubella, chickenpox, or streptococcal (pneumococcal) pneumonia. The shots do...
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease that damages the macula in the eye. The macula is in the center of the retina. The retina is the lining at the back of the eye that senses light coming into the eye. The macula allows you to see fine details in the center of your field...