The susceptibility of microorganisms to various antibiotics is determined by propagating microorganisms in the presence of different concentrations of various antibiotics in a plurality of test chambers, using a serial dilution technique. Microgram quantities of each antibiotic are retained in a graduated ...
areola. Although pregnancy hormones cause melasma, other things may also cause the skin to develop dark blotches: genetic factors, chronic sun exposure, medication use (ex. phenytoin and other drugs causing skin sensitivity to ultraviolet light), Addison's disease and certain types of skin ...
Insulin sensitivity refers to how effectively your body can use insulin to move glucose into cells, where it’s either used as energy or stored as glycogen or fat. High blood sugar levels are usually associated with diabetes, but high blood sugar levels alone don’t always result in type 2 ...
Bone damage and sensitivity to sunlight are also reported as a continuation of the course of antimicrobial medications. Long-term usage of itmay damage your body’s natural immune system. Your body may also build a kind of resistance to any antimicrobials which may lead to complicated infections....
Due to the natural sensitivity of your mouth, either can cause discomfort and lead to infection [source: Nissl]. While any skin damage is serious, sun blisters often can be treated at home. In fact, small blisters that remain unbroken will often clear up on their own [source: Nissl Home...
The worldwide emergence of antibiotic resistance poses a serious threat to human health. A molecular understanding of resistance strategies employed by bacteria is obligatory to generate less-susceptible antibiotics. Albicidin is a highly potent antibact
Don’t be alarmed if symptoms persist for several days as it can sometimes take weeks to completely go away. Given the highly contagious nature of viral conjunctivitis, hand washing is very important and can help prevent spread. Antibiotics are not needed for viral conjunctivitis. Bacterial ...
Winter brings dry air and cold temperatures. The cool months also make it harder for your baby’s skin to retain moisture, leading to itchiness and irritation. For babies who suffer from eczema, this sensitivity is heightened. You need to keep an extra close eye on your baby’s eczema duri...
Antibiotics like Bactrim and Septra– These antibiotics (and some others) are known to cause higher sensitivity to the sun and affect blood counts causing rashes or flare-ups. Garlic– Garlic is known to boost your immune system. Lupus patients already have overactive immune systems so avoiding...
and I recommend that everyone with Hashimoto’s or thyroid disease get at least one ultrasound in their lifetime, especially women of childbearing age. If thyroid nodules are found, then I recommend having an annual ultrasound. (Be sure to read my comprehensive article onshrinking thyroid nodules...