Question 1

how serious is it if xrays shows  osteosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

Not very: This is just a descriptive term meaning increased whiteness of the bone on that area that is a sign of increased density of bone in that area. It is not diagnostic by itself of any one condition.

Question 2

how to treat osteosclerosis?

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Depends on etiology: Very diverse processes can result in the increased cancellous bone mass producing the radiographic appearance of diffuse osteosclerosis or dense bone. Osteopetrosis, congenital dseasel, renal disease, mastocytosis, deficiency in bone resorption etc.

Question 3

nstemi s/p cath: is this a diagnosing or treatment procedure?

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Both: A cath will allow them to look inside the arteries. If there is a significant blockage they can fix it.

Question 4

nstemi s/p cath: diagnosing or treatment procedure, what is this for?

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Both: a cath post NSTEMI is done for "early definitive diagnosis and therapy".  a non-invasive risk assessment will provide similar intermediate term mortality benefits, but may have more hospitalizations for chest pain and the patient will be on more meds for angina.  in a young active person, the invasive approach is often reasonable.  in an elderly sedentary person, i'm comfortable with noninvasive.

Question 5

whats the best treatment for sinusitis?

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: For documented sinusitis caused by an infection a course of an appropriate antibiotic for 7-10 days is usually effective. Occasionally up to 3 weeks of treatment is needed. It's also important to keep sinus draining by steam inhalations and/or nasal decongestants if necessary.

Question 6

what''s the best treatment for smegma?'

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Smegma: Smegma is produced by glands under your foreskin. Good hygiene will keep it to a minimum.

Question 7

whats the treatment for palatal impingent??

Accepted Answer

Deep bite correction: Extraction may not be necessary. Speak with your Orthodontist for options.

Question 8

where is the treatment available in the u.s. ?

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Treatment for what?: Treatment is available in many places.  What would you like to get treatment for?

Question 9

s.g.p.t level is 81 what treatment should i take?

Accepted Answer

Find cause: Hi. Wow, for a young patient, you're using an antiquated terminology! SGPT is now referred to (and for YEARS has been) as ALT. ALT is liver specific. Why it is elevated needs evaluation, but can include fatty liver, viral hepatitides, iron overload, autoimmune hepatitis, etc. Treatment very much depends on underlying etiology. Good luck!

Question 10

with cushings syndrome what are my treatment options?

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Many options: First, find out what's causing the cushing's syndrome. If it's due to overuse of steroids, cut down on the dose. If it's due to a tumor, surgery is the best treatment.Tumor in the pituitary can be removed by neurosurgeons, tumors in the adrenal, pancreas, lung can be removed by surgeons. Radiation therapy is used if surgery is not complete. Last but not least, medications can be used.

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