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PtEd – FOLLICULITIS

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FOLLICULITIS  PROBLEM A bacterial (or fungal) infection of the hair follicle. Folliculitis is seen when a pustule develops, commonly on the arms, legs, scalp, and face (beard). CAUSE A.Bacterial: Infection commonly caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. B.Fungal: May be caused by yeast infection. PREVENTION/TREATMENT PLAN A.Keep skin clean and dry. B.Avoid warm, moist conditions. C.Healing generally occurs in 10 to 14 days after proper treatment with medications. D.Practice good handwashing technique, using antibacterial soaps. E.Use clean razors daily. F.Throw old razors away. G.Do not share razors. H.Shampoo scalp daily. I.Folliculitis usually resolves within 4 to 6 weeks after proper treatment. Activity: As tolerated. Diet: Regular diet. Medications: Topical and/or oral antibiotics as prescribed. You […]

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PtEd – FIBROMYALGIA

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FIBROMYALGIA  PROBLEM You have inflammation or pain in the muscles and connective tissues, usually noted in the lower back, shoulders, neck, chest, arms, hips, and thighs. This pain […]

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PtEd – FECAL INCONTINENCE

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FECAL INCONTINENCE  PROBLEM Fecal incontinence is losing mucus or stool while passing gas or completely losing stool before getting to a toilet. CAUSES There are many causes of fecal incontinence, […]

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PtEd – ERYTHEMA MULTIFORME

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ERYTHEMA MULTIFORME  PROBLEM An acute inflammatory disorder of the skin and mucous membranes, erythema multiforme is usually self-limited and benign. A severe form is known as Stevens–Johnson syndrome or […]

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PtEd – EPIDIDYMITIS

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EPIDIDYMITIS  PROBLEM Epididymitis is infection of the gland behind the testicle that stores and carries sperm. This may be a sudden or chronic problem. Discomfort should go away […]

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PtEd – ENDOMETRITIS

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ENDOMETRITIS  PROBLEM You have an infection of the inside of the uterus. CAUSE One or more types of bacteria that invaded damaged tissue following your delivery could cause endometritis. The […]

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PtEd – EMPHYSEMA

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EMPHYSEMA  PROBLEM Emphysema is a chronic lung disease and incurable. Emphysema can only be managed; the goal of treatment is to improve the activities of daily living and […]

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PtEd – ECZEMA

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ECZEMA  PROBLEM Red, itching, scaling, and thickening of skin occurs in patches. You may have papules (bumps) with vesicles (clear fluid) that can be found especially on the […]