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Specific Risk Factors Articles

Drug allergies
Drug allergies are a group of symptoms caused by allergic reaction to a drug (medication).
Source:ADAM
Date:July 19, 2007
Drug Interactions
Drug interactions are changes in the effect of one drug due to the effect of either another drug taken at the same time (drug-drug interactions) or food consumed while the drug is being taken (drug-food interactions). Some drugs are deliberately combined for administration because there are beneficial effects to be derived.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Drug Allergies/Sensitivities
A drug allergy is an adverse reaction to a medication, often an antibiotic, that is mediated by the body ' s immune system. A drug sensitivity is an unusual reaction to a drug that does not involve the immune system.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Drug Metabolism/Interactions
Drug metabolism is the process by which the body breaks down and converts medication into active chemical substances. Precautions Drugs can interact with other drugs, foods, and beverages.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
First Aid: Chemical Exposure
First Aid: Chemical ExposureSome chemicals cause burns. Others may be absorbed through skin or lungs, causing hidden damage.Seek Medical HelpChemicals may cause serious damage not only to the outside of the body but also to the inside.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis C virus.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 20, 2008
Treating Hepatitis C (HCV)
Treating Hepatitis C (HCV)Remember:No vaccine or medication can prevent the spread of HCV and hepatitis C. It’s up to you to keep others safe.It’s likely thathepatitis C virus (HCV)was found when routine liver tests were done on your blood or afte...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a form of liver inflammation that causes primarily a long-lasting (chronic) disease. Acute (newly developed) hepatitis C is rarely observed as the early disease is generally quite mild.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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