The damage sustained by the body during the tertiary stage of syphilis is severe and can even be fatal. Diagnosis of syphilis Syphilis can be diagnosed by scraping the base of the ulcer and looking under a special type of microscope (darkfield microscope) for the spirochetes. However, because...
(source: Journal of Tissue Viability, 2018) estimated that the prevalence of pressure ulcers was 12.7%, with a high prevalence of pressure ulcers in intensive care clinic settings (35.3%). Hence, healthcare facilities are increasing the availability of treatment for bed sores on buttocks for ...
Clean stage 1 bedsores with a mild soap and water. A moisture barrier can be used to protect the area from bodily fluids as needed. Consult with your healthcare provider about the type of moisture barrier most appropriate for your condition. For stage 2 bedsores, remove loose, dead tissue...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two topical agents for treating MC. Ycanth (cantharidin) is a topical treatment for people aged 2 and older. Your healthcare provider applies it every three weeks until the affected area is cleared.13Zelsuvmi (berdazimer) is approved for p...
Abdominal pain can develop for many different reasons. Most of the time, it’s not serious and will go away on its own. But persistent, severe, and unexplained abdominal pain could be a cause for concern and require treatment. Our best advice — let your doctor decide. Abdominal Pain FAQs...
HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment A Clinical Course for People Caring for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS Participant Manual Part A HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment Part B Antiretroviral Therapy Part C Appendices Module A1 HIV/AIDS Programming and HIV Disease: An Introduction Module A2 Managing Patients with ...