Question 1

safe to use chemotherapy be used to treat polymyositis?

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Depends on severity : Steroids are the mainstay of treatment but have short and long term side effects this must be weighed  against how well the ttreatment controls the disease  the " chemotherapy " is the second line drugs used to control the disease if steroids fail or become too toxic the most common drug is Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) that comes in an oral or IV form  more nove, agents such as rituximabstill have used that do not hav.

Question 2

can chemotherapy be used to treat polymyositis successfully?

Accepted Answer

YES: Polymyositis is an inflammatory muscle disease that is typically treated initially with chemotherapy (usually with IV Cytoxan or cyclophosphamide). Once the disease is in remission, oral therapies are typically used in place of the IV chemotherapy. Steroids are also commonly used.

Question 3

could chemotherapy be used to treat intestinal cancer?

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YES: Yes, assuming you mean the large intestine (colon cancer). Small intestine cancer is very rare and yes chemotherapy has been used in this setting but we have limited data. Also it's important to note that not all bowel cancers require chemotherapy.  The oncologist will help you decide on best option.

Question 4

do medications used to treat asthma help for people with covid-19?

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COVID 19 meds:  Bronchodialators can play a big role in treatment of COVID 19. The use of corticosteroids is much more complex in CoVID 19 (as compared to asthma).

Question 5

what is the recommended adult dose of elixophyllin, (theophylline) a drug used to treat asthma?

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Not a simple answer: dosing of elixophyllin (theophylline) is determined by your age, weight, severity of condition and other factors. To answer this question, these factors must be evaluated.
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Question 6

is chemotherapy used to treat a condition other than cancer?

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Yes: Methotrexate is a chemotherapeutic agent that has been used for many years to treat rheumatoid arthritis (although at a lower dose than used to treat cancers).  Paclitaxel is a drug used to treat breast and ovarian cancer;  it is also one of the drugs used in drug-eluting stents for treatment of coronary artery disease.

Question 7

please explain which drug would be used to treat bronchial asthma?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If attacks are infrequent and , mild, a rescue inhaler and avoidance of triggers would suffice. If they are frequent , and severe, a "controller" inhaler or oral drugs will be needed in addition to the rescue inhaler. Rescue inhalers open your bronchioles and allow you to breathe easier. Controllers reduce inflammation and minimize your attacks. When used together, most asthmatics do pretty well.

Question 8

which chemicals are used during chemotherapy to treat non-cancerous diseases?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care Meds: Patients receiving chemotherapy do have other issues such as nausea/Vomiting and disease related symptoms which may include pain. The symptom control is an important part of pateint care. This requires other chemicals (medicines) such as anti-nausea medication, using one or more drugs including Dexamethasone a commonly used steroid(for a few days). Most patients need a second anti-nausea medicatio

Question 9

which specialist treats asthma?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Many primary care docs see enough asthma to manage it well. Complex cases often end up in the office of a pulmonologist. Allergists often treat some, but are seldom available for hospital consultation if needed.

Question 10

what drugs treat bronchial asthma?

Accepted Answer

Various: There are various categories and brands. Not possible to describe all here. There are preventive medications and rescue medications.

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