Posts Tagged Blood Disorders

Sulfonamides (Sulfa Drugs)

Sulfonamides (Sulfa Drugs)

A large group of synthetic drugs used to treat bacterial infections derived from a red dye (sulfanilamide). Drugs in this class prevent the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic); they do not kill bacteria (bactericidal). Given by mouth, th.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 07.28.09 | No Comments

Itching

Itching

That familiar tickling sensation on the skin is the most prominent symptom in many skin diseases and allergies. Skin that is too dry and scaly commonly causes itching as well, and many drug reactions result in itching (especially reactions .. Read More

Health and Wellness | 04.2.09 | No Comments

Blood Disorders

Blood Disorders

Blood disorders may occur when production of red blood cells cannot keep up with demand, when the composition of the blood changes, or when a disease affects the condition of the blood or blood vessels. Anemia Anemia is a reduction in t.. Read More

Heart, Blood, and Circulation | 08.13.08 | No Comments