Author: James Anderson

Your doctor will determine the underlying cause of mydriasis and recommend the best treatment. Less-serious causes of mydriasis include medication side effects and increased oxytocin. Mydriasis after a dilated pupil exam is temporary and not a cause for concern. Why Do Pupils Dilate? Dilated pupils (mydriasis) are when the black center of your eyes are […]

High doses also cause vomiting, rapid heart rate, and — rarely — brain damage. Taking painkillers to get high may cause severe complications and even death. The healthcare provider should follow the recommendations and guidelines when prescribing pain medications to ensure that the patient uses the medication correctly without misusing it. Therefore, doctors who prescribe pain […]

Unlike most multiplayer online shooters, you only have one life, no respawns. You don’t regenerate health automatically, though you can find bandages and med kits to heal yourself (or give to teammates if you’re playing in a squad) after making it out of a skirmish alive. But for most players, it’s not uncommon to finish […]

They’ll recommend treatments and resources to help you recover from alcohol use disorder. Treatment for AUD can differ from person to person but sometimes starts with detoxification (detox). For anywhere from 2 days to a week, a doctor keeps a close eye on you while alcohol fully leaves your system. Because you could have withdrawal […]

However, please note that these are fictional examples and are not based on any specific situation. It is also not appropriate for me to speculate on the intentions or feelings of someone towards another person based on limited information. It is important to communicate openly and directly with someone in order to understand their intentions […]

Linked to this, you also run a heightened risk of depression if you abruptly stop using alcohol without external help and continue to feel aggrieved about your sobriety. Common medications for MAT include naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram. You can also receive MAT while also attending outpatient therapy and support groups. One concept that contrasts white […]

While there isn’t a cure, healthcare providers can recommend treatments to manage your symptoms. Early treatment in this stage, typically with thiamine supplements, can alleviate symptoms and prevent the condition from degenerating into Korsakoff’s psychosis. Although Wernicke’s encephalopathy is generally caused by alcoholism, other potential causes include severe malnutrition, liver disease, hyperthyroidism, and severe anorexia. The […]

It binds to certain DNA sequences called cAMP response elements (CRE), thereby increasing or decreasing the transcription of the genes.58 CREB has a well-documented role in neuronal plasticity and long-term memory formation in the brain. “A lot of these commercial tianeptine products contain 100 times the normal therapeutic dose, and because it’s not regulated, people […]

Check Psychology Today’s directory of therapists for a professional near you. For more on what to expect when terminating therapy, see Ending Therapy. For more on facilitating the process for a loved one, visit Finding Help for Others. For more on locating and choosing the best therapist, visit How to Find a Therapist. Psychotherapy can […]

These drugs treat common illnesses and health conditions and reflect the health needs of U.S. patients. Patterns of prescription drug use may reflect underlying patterns of health conditions and health care access in the population. Polypharmacy, often defined as the simultaneous use of five or more prescription drugs, is more common in an aging population where […]