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Vyleesi is an injectable medication used to help women who have low sexual desire before they reach menopause. It is used when hypoactive sexual desire disorder does not have a known cause and is causing significant distress. Vyleesi is injected under the skin of the stomach or the thigh at least 45 minutes before a woman is planning to have sex. The injection activates the melanocortin receptors, but scientists do not know how that leads to improved sexual desire....

What kind of doctor treats lupus? It’s a common question for those who may have or have been diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or another form of lupus. Since most people with lupus end up seeing a number of different specialists, it can be helpful to explore the types of specialists who may be involved in your comprehensive medical care. Rheumatologists (Autoimmune Disease Specialists) Typically, lupus is treated by rheumatologists....

Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder in which the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. It often occurs in people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Overview Gastroparesis happens when nerves to the stomach are damaged or stop working. The vagus nerve controls the movement of food through the digestive tract. If the vagus nerve is damaged, the muscles of the stomach and intestines do not work normally and the movement of food is slowed or stopped....

Exposure to wildfire smoke can wreak havoc on the lungs, heart, and other vital organs. Now, scientists are learning how this air pollution may harm the skin—our largest and most exposed organ. Key Takeaways Air pollution from wildfires can cause eczema and itchiness, even in people who have never been diagnosed with eczema.Harmful components like small particulate matter and oxidizing chemicals can breach the skin barrier.Even short-term air pollution exposure was associated with increased rates of skin-related appointments....

Over 82 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have already been administered in the U.S., but rejection of and hesitancy toward the vaccines remain a challenge. In a race toward herd immunity, improving vaccine uptake is top of mind for public health officials. Key Takeaways There’s still a lingering lack of public confidence in the vaccine.To promote vaccination and increase vaccine confidence, the Ad Council and the COVID Collaborative launched the “It’s Up to You” campaign....

Last August, as universities began tentatively allowing students back to campus, Kim* received an email from the University of Pennsylvania, where she is a second year. Amid a surge in coronavirus cases across the state and especially in Philadelphia, the city where UPenn is located, the university said it did not have the testing capacity necessary to allow students on campus. Key Takeaways Since the fall, many colleges and universities have updated their COVID-19 testing policies....

What Is Abrilada? Abrilada is an injection given under the skin that is used to treat several types of autoimmune diseases in children and adults. The drug is called a tumor necrosis factor inhibitor, or a TNF inhibitor. TNF is a protein that assists with metabolism and blood clotting, but too much of it can cause inflammation and joint damage, like in rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions. Abrilada blocks the activity of this protein, decreasing inflammation....

Food allergies are common, and affect millions of adults and children. Wheat allergy is the most common grain allergy and is ranked in the top foods that cause the most allergic reactions. But other cereal grains—including corn, barley, and rye—can also cause allergic reactions in some people. In some cases, these reactions can be dangerous. It is important to know that grain allergies can develop at any age, even in people with a history of tolerating grains previously, although the majority of grain allergies first become noticeable in early life....

Asterixis, also known as flapping tremor, is a movement disorder that makes it hard to hold the muscles of a limb in a fixed pose. It often affects the hands and arms, though it can also occur in other areas of the body. Asterixis causes quick, uneven jerking movements after a brief muscle tone loss. When it appears in the hands and arms, the result compares to the flapping wings of a bird in flight....

What Is Asthmanefrin? Asthmanefrin (racepinephrine) is an inhaled bronchodilator (a type of medication used to make breathing easier) used to relieve symptoms of intermittent asthma in adults and children 4 and older. Asthmanefrin is classified as a non-selective beta agonist (a group of drugs that lower artery and vein pressure) and is further categorized as a short-acting bronchodilator that can temporarily relieve mild symptoms of intermittent asthma. Asthmanefrin works by stimulating the beta receptors found in the respiratory tract’s smooth muscles, resulting in the opening of airways which can subsequently lessen wheezing, shortness of breath, and Angina (chest tightness) as a result of an asthma diagnosis....

Blood in semen can either be noticeable or only visible under a microscope. At times, it is nothing serious and passes in days or a few weeks. Sometimes, it can indicate an infection like a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or a disorder like a urinary tract infection (UTI). It also may be caused by infection or injury to the prostate or urethra (the tube that transports urine and semen out of the bladder)....

A breast ultrasound (sonogram) is an imaging test used to detect breast cancer. Unlike mammograms (which use X-rays to produce images), breast ultrasounds use sound waves to view breast tissue. This article will discuss why you may need a breast ultrasound in addition to a mammogram. It will also explain what happens during a breast ultrasound and how your results will be interpreted. Purpose of Test Breast ultrasounds are used to detect cancerous tumors and changes in blood flow within the breast....

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a natural compound found in the cannabis plant that can be prepared as oils, creams, and other products for use as a therapeutic remedy for many common ailments and health conditions. Some people use CBD oil for eczema. Eczema (dermatitis) is a skin condition that causes patches of irritated, itchy, dry, inflamed skin. There are many types of eczema. While the exact cause is unknown, genetics, environmental factors, and the immune system are believed to be potential causes and triggers....

Dimple surgery (also known as dimple creation surgery or dimpleplasty) is an elective plastic surgery procedure that’s done to create dimples on the face. Dimples are the small depressions in the cheeks that appear when some people smile. An inherited trait, dimples arise due to indentations in the layer just beneath the skin (called the dermis). The procedure is typically done on an outpatient basis. The surgery involves the formation of a dimple with the creation of scar tissue in the dermis between the muscles of the face using small instruments and incisions, and a small amount of tissue is removed....

If you have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD), you may be presented with the option of a procedure known as a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). PCI is comprised of two different techniques: Angioplasty: In which a tube is threaded into an artery and inflated to widen the vessel and increase blood flow Stenting: The insertion of a small mesh tube that holds the vessel open and prevents the blockage from re-forming While the procedure is relatively straightforward and commonly performed, it has its limitations and may not be appropriate for everyone....

An eczema rash can pop up anywhere on the body. But it can be especially uncomfortable, painful, and itchy when it appears on the face. That’s because facial skin is especially sensitive. The rash, which is red, dry, and flaky, can also even blister. Facial eczema can appear on its own or alongside eczema on the body. And while some people have it only occasionally, others deal with it on a more consistent basis....

Americans eat almost 50% more sodium per day than is recommended. Most of the excess sodium comes from restaurant meals and processed foods, not from foods that people make at home. Key Takeaways The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released new voluntary sodium guidelines for the food industry.Most Americans get sodium from processed foods and chain restaurants, not from foods that they cook at home. Getting too much sodium can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease....

Eye herpes, also known as ocular herpes or herpes simplex keratitis, is an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Approximately 24,000 new cases of eye herpes are diagnosed in the United States each year, and an estimated 1 million new cases per year are diagnosed globally. Men are slightly more likely to get eye herpes than women. The area of the eye affected depends on the type of eye herpes....

For more than a third of people who get migraines, trying to prevent them is as important as treating them when they occur. But even though quite a few medications and natural remedies are prescribed by healthcare providers for migraine prophylaxis (prevention), only eight are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for this use. Preventive migraine drugs are used to reduce the frequency, duration, and intensity of migraine attacks, but they aren’t right for everyone....

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is associated with a rare disorder called Felty syndrome (FS). FS is known for causing an enlarged spleen and exceptionally low white blood cell counts. FS can be a very painful condition and lead to serious infections. According to a 2014 report in The Open Rheumatology Journal, it is estimated that 1–3% of people with RA are affected by FS. Felty syndrome is more common in people who have had RA for 10 or more years....