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2008.01.15 -- Tysabri Approved for Crohn's Disease
http://www.4woman.gov/news/english/611750.htm
... should discontinue use of the drug if there is no improvement, the FDA said. Crohn's is an incurable bowel disease with symptoms that may include diarrhea, fever, rectal bleeding, malnutrition, narrowing of the intestines, cramping, and abdominal pain. The disease, affecting more than 1 million ...
2008.01.15 -- MS Drug Tysabri Approved for Crohn's Disease
http://www.4woman.gov/news/english/611729.htm
... a serious, often painful, inflammatory bowel disorder that affects about 600,000 people in the United States. It can involve intestinal bleeding, diarrhea, weight loss, arthritis, skin problems, fever and anemia. Tysabri (natalizumab), a monoclonal antibody used to treat MS, has been under a cloud ...
2008.01.10 -- Transplant Drug Shrinks Tumors in Women With Rare Lung Disease
http://www.4woman.gov/news/english/611575.htm
... and trapped gas in the lungs, the researchers noted. Patients reported side effects from the sirolimus treatment that included mouth sores, diarrhea, upper respiratory infections and joint pain. The researchers acknowledged that the small study needs further follow-up. A phase III clinical trial of ...
2008.01.09 -- Women With IBS Unable to Switch Off Pain Response
http://www.4woman.gov/news/english/611524.htm
... 10 percent to 15 percent of the U.S. population, the researchers said. There is no cure for IBS, which causes abdominal discomfort, along with diarrhea and/or constipation. Current treatments for IBS only lessen symptoms. The study, published in the Jan. 9 issue of the journal Neuroscience, included ...
Fibromyalgia
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/fibromya.pdf
... Feeling dizzy or lightheaded ?? Painful cramping during your period ?? Jaw pain ?? Upset stomach, cramping, bloating, feeling constipated or diarrhea ?? Trouble swallowing ?? Q:?How common is fibromyalgia? Who is mainly affected? A:?FM affects as many as 1 in 50 Americans. Most people with FM are ...
Fibromyalgia
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/fibromya.htm
... Depression Feeling dizzy or lightheaded Painful cramping during your period Jaw pain Upset stomach, cramping, bloating, feeling constipated or diarrhea Trouble swallowing Frequent or painful urination How common is fibromyalgia? Who is mainly affected? FM affects as many as 1 in 50 Americans. Most ...
Graves' Disease
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/graves.htm
... brought on by an acute stress, such as trauma surgery or infection. Symptoms are severe, with a pounding heart, sweating, restlessness, shaking, diarrhea, change in consciousness, agitation and confusion. Congestive heart failure can develop rapidly and lead to death. What happens if I have this ...
Fact Sheet: Eating Disorders
http://www.4woman.gov/owh/pub/factsheets/eatingdis.htm
... extremely thin, developing brittle hair and nails, dry skin, lowered pulse rate, cold intolerance, and constipation as well as occasional diarrhea. In addition, mild anemia, reduced muscle mass, loss of menstrual cycle and swelling of joints often accompany anorexia. Beyond experiencing the ...
Eating Disorders
http://www.4woman.gov/owh/pub/factsheets/eatingdisorders.pdf
... extremely thin, developing brittle hair and nails, dry skin, lowered pulse rate, cold intolerance, and constipation as well as occasional diarrhea. In addition, mild anemia, reduced muscle mass, loss of menstrual cycle and swelling of joints often accompany anorexia. Beyond experiencing the ...
About the Office on Women's Health
http://www.4woman.gov/owh/about/factsheet/owhfactsheet.pdf
Establishes mentorships between minority health organiza- tions and women’s organizations, or between minority health organiza- tions and AIDS service organiza- PREVENTION OF VIOLENCE tions (ASOs), or both. In 2006, this dynamic, interactive health fair included exhibitors, free screenings, healthy cooking and fitness demonstrations, children's activities, giveaways such as airline tickets and cruises, and panel dis- cussions on topics such as stress, heart disease, fitness and nutrition.
Endometriosis
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/endomet.pdf
... periods ?? Infertility (not being able to get pregnant) ?? Fatigue Women with endometriosis may also have gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea, constipation, or bloating, especially during their periods. Endometriosis rarely grows in the lungs or other parts of the body. This “mis- Q: Who ...
Viral Hepatitis
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/hepatitis.pdf
... A gets better. ?? Loss of appetite ?? Prevention: ?? Nausea >? Get the hepatitis A vaccine. The ? Vomiting? vaccine is given in two doses, 6 ?? Diarrhea to 18 months apart. The vaccine is recommended for the ?? Dark-colored urine and pale bowel following groups:? movements? N A T I O N A L W OMEN ...
Obesity and Weight Loss
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/weightloss.pdf
WomensHealth.gov 1-800-994-9662 TDD: 1-888-220-5446 February 2005 Quality (AHRQ), OPHS, HHS F Phone: (202) 326-2222 Phone: (888) 463-6332 (Consumer (NHLBI) NIH, HHS Phone: (202) 690-9000 Phone: (800) 793-2665 Phone: (800) 98-OBESE Phone: (202) 296-6540 For more information You can find out more about obesity and weight loss by contacting the National Women’s Health Information Center (NWHIC) at 800-994-9662 or the following organizations: Agency for Healthcare Research and Phone: (301) ...
Osteoporosis
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/osteopor.pdf
These drugs are approved for the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis: ? Alendronate (Fosamax®). It helps new bone to form and ?? Raloxifene (Evista®). You can find out more about osteoporosis by contacting the National Women’s Health Information Center at 1-800-994-9662 or the following organizations: Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center Internet Address: http://www.osteo.org/ Food and Drug Administration Internet Address: http://www.fda.gov National Institute ...
Lesbian Health
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/lesbian.pdf
January 2005 Phone: (800) 799-7233 Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA) Phone: (202) 332-5536 For more information For more information on lesbian health issues, contact the National Women’s Health Information Center at 1-800-994-9662 or the following organizations: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Internet Address: www.cdc.gov Off ice on Violence Against Women, OJP, DOJ Internet Address: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/vawo Phone: (415) 255-4547 Internet Address: http://www....
Bulimia Nervosa
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/Easyread/bulnervosa-etr.pdf
... potassium, magnesium, fatigue and sodium Intestines constipation, irregular Stomach bowel movements (BM), ulcers, pain, can rupture, bloating, diarrhea, delayed emptying abdominal cramping Skin Hormones abrasion of knuckles, irregular or absent period dry skin Dash line indicates that organ is ...
Heart Healthy Eating
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/healtheat.pdf
WomensHealth.gov 1-800-994-9662 TDD: 1-888-220-5446 December 2002 Institute For more information… You can find out more about the diets described in this FAQ and about heart disease by contacting the National Women's Health Information Center (800) 994-WOMAN (9662) or the following organizations: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Phone Number (s): (301) 592-8573 Internet Address: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/index.htm National Cholesterol Education Program National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute ...
Lupus
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/lupus.pdf
... Side effects of antimalarials can ?? Get enough rest and quiet. include stomach upset, nausea, ?? Exercise moderately when possible. vomiting, diarrhea, headache, ?? Develop a support system by dizziness, blurred vision, trouble page 3 sleeping, and itching. N AT I O N A L W OMEN ’ S H E A LT H I N ...
An Easy Guide to Breastfeeding for American Indian and Alaska Native Families
http://www.4woman.gov/pub/BF.AIAN.pdf
... to breastfeed. Breastfeeding will help your baby avoid many health problems. Breastfed babies are less likely to have: • Ear infections • Diarrhea • Colds • Flu Breastfed babies may be less likely to become obese. Research shows that obesity is part of the reason that many of our people suffer from ...
A Lifetime of Good Health, Your Guide to Staying Health
http://www.4woman.gov/pub/05prevguide.pdf
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