It is expensive and has serious side effects. It must be administered intravenously because it is ineffective if given PO (http://goapic.org/MRSA.htm). Vancomycin is metabolized by the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Each individual metabolizes differently and this may be further compounded by disease, illness, age and sex, so trough levels need to be monitored to prevent toxicity and/or damage to major organs (Williams & Hopper, 2007 pg 105). There is fear that further mutation will cause resistance to all currently available antibiotics, including Vancomycin.
The most popular theory is that the body’s immune system reacts abnormally in people with Crohn’s disease, mistaking bacteria, foods, and other substances for being foreign (www.gicare.com). The immune system’s response is to attack the invaders. During this process, white blood cells accumulate in the lining of the intestines, producing chronic inflammation, which leads to ulcerations and bowel injury. Scientists do not know if the abnormality in the functioning of the immune system in people with Crohn’s disease is cause, or a result, of the disease (www.gicare.com). Researches have shown that the inflammation seen in the GI tract of people with Crohn’s disease involves several factors such as genes the patient has inherited, immune system and environmental factors
DKA simulation 1. Describe the pathophysiologic changes in DKA. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), is caused by insulin deficiency. Signs of DKA include hyperglycemia, ketosis, acidosis, and dehydration. This condition most likely to occurs in people with type 1 diabetes but may also be seen in type 2 diabetes and also in conditions of severe illness or stress that may cause the pancreas to be unable to meet the extra demand for insulin.
Zachary’s Story Unit 6 Case Study 1 AP2630 Rhonda Carter July 27, 2015 A. An ulcer starts by eroding the mucosa of the G.I. tract wall. What functions of digestion and/or reabsorption might be lost if this layer is no longer functional? What functions will be compromised if the ulcer eats through the submucosa and then the muscularis?
This allows your body to pass starch through without turning it into glucose. Without starch, fat cannot be stored in the form of carbohydrates and less weight will be gained. This may sound too good to be true. Though carb-cutter does actually block amylase, there are many other factors that go into the breakdown of the carbohydrates. Students at the University of Georgia have taken it upon them to test this rumor and see if carb-cutter really stops the breakdown of starch to helps weight loss.
The article suggests that we cut back on products that are highly sweetened with HFCS or any other sugar. ("Fear Of Hfcs") What does the research continue to say about HFCS and obesity? We must watch what we eat and be careful of the foods that we consume that are loaded with HFCS and sugar. As the research states, there are a large amount of foods that contain HFCS and it is almost unavoidable. In order to curb this issue, we must watch our waistline, we are to be careful as to what we eat, eat foods that are organic, cut back on sweets and exercise regularly.
BIOL 1010 ‐ Biotechnology and Society Assignment #2 Genetic Disease Briefing Cystic Fibrosis Name: Zeina Hassan Date: Monday, November 11th, 2013 Cystic fibrosis, also known as CF, is a disease that causes the body to produce thick and sticky mucus in various parts of the body, resulting in problems in two of the major areas in the body: the lungs and the digestive system (KidsHealth, 2013). Mucus is a slimy substance that is secreted by the mucus membranes of the body. It has several functions in the body such as, lubricating the digestive, respiratory and reproductive systems. It helps keeps the bodily tissues moist and prevent tissues from getting infected or from drying out (KidsHealth,
In order to accurately determine what food should be avoided, a food diary should be kept. This diary is a daily food log of all food and drink that are consumed and if a reaction occurs, write it down and avoid in the future. Limiting dairy products due to most people with Crohn’s are considered to be Lactose intolerant, consuming small frequent, low-fat low -residue meals. Having Crohn’s interferes with digesting and absorbing of fat so decreasing fat in your diet you are going to decrease symptoms of Crohn’s. Drinking plenty of water, and taking a multivitamin are also other life style changes that may need to occur for the treatment of Crohn’s.
But while this true, one suffering from diverticular diseases must not decide on a diverticulitis on his own without consulting a doctor. A diverticulitis diet or any health diet for that matter, works best if this has the approval of the doctor who will guide the patient until the medical condition is eliminated. When one is experiencing diverticulitis attacks, doctors will recommend a low‐residue diet. A liquid diet is also an alternative. This is aimed at decreasing bowel volume to give the colon a rest and to give time for the inflammation to subside and the infection to heal.
Addison’s Disease Definition: is a rare and chronic endocrine system disorder in which the adrenal glands do not produce sufficient steroid hormones. It is characterised by a number of relatively nonspecific symptoms, such as abdominal pain and weakness, but under certain circumstances, these may progress to Addisonian crisis, a severe illness which may include very low blood pressure and coma. Risk Factors: * have cancer * take coagulants (blood thinners) * have chronic infections like tuberculosis * had surgery to remove any part of your adrenal gland * have an autoimmune disease, like type 1 diabetes or Graves’ disease Causes: Addison's disease results when your adrenal glands are damaged, producing insufficient