Articles for tag: Cystitis, Elavil, Interstitial Cystitis, Medication Side Effects

Oral Medications Used to Treat Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial Cystitis is a chronic disorder where the bladder is inflamed and has Hunner’s ulcers or hemorrhages. People with Interstitial Cystitis typically will experience frequent urination (up to 60 times a day for severe cases), pain and pressure in the lower abdomen, pelvic and vaginal area, and burning upon urination. Because of the pressure, Interstitial ...

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The Difference Between a Medication’s Side Effects and Its Possible Adverse Reactions

Side effects, precisely, are unwanted but natural and anticipated consequences of taking a particular medication. They can be, to a relative degree, inconsequential; or they may be serious and, therefore, require prompt attention. Adverse reactions are completely different; they are rare and unforeseen bodily responses. They can likewise be either insignificant or dangerous. The constipation ...

Understanding ICU Psychosis

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, (DSM), defines psychosis as a severe mental disorder characterized by a break with reality, involving hallucinations, delusions, and illogical thinking. In the condition known as ICU psychosis, or ICU syndrome, patients in ICU units or similar hospital units may become extremely psychotic. ICU Syndrome is a form ...