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What are the alternatives to adrenalectomy?
depend on the medical condition underlying the decision to perform the surgery. In some cases, drug therapy may be considered as an alternative when the condition being treated in benign
What is a person called who is being treated by a doctor?
a patient
What condition results in a patient being aware but unable to move?
Locked-in syndrome is the condition that results in a patient being aware but unable to move.
How often can one have thoracentesis?
The frequency of thoracentesis can vary depending on the underlying condition being treated and the patient's overall health. In some cases, it may be performed as needed to relieve symptoms, while in others, it might be done at regular intervals to manage fluid accumulation. Typically, doctors assess the patient's condition and fluid re-accumulation rates to determine the appropriate timing for repeat procedures. Close monitoring is essential to avoid potential complications and ensure effective management.
What is the medical term underlying condition mean?
An underlying condition is one that, on its face, may appear to be unrelated to the condition being studied, but may affect the condition. A common example: anemia is considered differently when an underlying condition of pregnancy is present. Excessive sweating is worked up differently in the case when opiate addiction is an underlying condition. Fever workup is different if there is an underlying immunological condition.
How often can a rhizotomy be repeated?
A rhizotomy can typically be repeated if the initial procedure's effects diminish over time, which is common as nerve pathways may regenerate. However, the frequency of repeat procedures depends on individual patient factors, the underlying condition being treated, and the patient's response to the first procedure. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the appropriate timing and necessity for repeat rhizotomy based on specific circumstances.
Does a daily dose of 700 mg Depakote seem high for an 8 year old boy?
It's impossible to answer your question accurately without first getting more background information on the patient. Is he being treated for mania,epilepsy,migraines or something else? Also how much does the child weigh? Dosages vary depending upon the condition being treated and by taking into consideration the weight of the patient. Kim
The doctor was treating the patient Is the sentence in an active or passive voice?
The active voice. The subject of the sentence ('the doctor') is the 'doer' of the action of the verb ('was treating'). If it were in the passive voice it would read 'The patient was being treated by the doctor.' The subject of the sentence ('the patient') would be the 'recipient' of the action of the verb ('was being treated').
What condition results in a patient being totally unconscious unresponsive and unable to be?
coma
Who struck at patient that was being treated with shell shock in World War 2?
General George Patton.
Can someone who is on anti depressant medication get into any of the branches in the armed forces?
It depends on the reason for taking it; if it's just for simple depression and the person is not being actively treated for an underlying condition, you'd need to be clear of meds for 6 months. If a person is being actively treated for an underlying personality or behavioral disorder, then no, that's an automatic disqualifier, unless the person hasn't been treated within a year. Even then, personality and behavior disorders are heavily scrutinized during entrance evaluations. You can read the list of Medical DQ's pertaining to the subject at the link below.
What is an example of inseparability service?
for a doctor to offer the services the patient must take part in all the process of being treated. Patient should be there when the surgery is taking place, when being injected etc. In short the doctor can not offer his services if there is no patient.
