http://www.brighthub.com/search/searchresults.aspx?u=1789&o=DateDescending&a=275Posts by Emma Lloyden-UShttp://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54611.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 03:36:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54611ejlloydWhile this particular drug is most often prescribed for high blood pressure in adults, a doctor may also suggest guanfacine for anxiety in children. Information about Guanfacine Guanfacine is the generic name for a brand-name drug called Tenex. This drug is most often prescribed as a blood-pressure lowering agent for people with hypertension. It ma...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54568.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 02:09:32 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54568ejlloydBursitis, a type of joint inflammation, may be treated with a minor surgical procedure called bursectomy. This treatment is usually an outpatient procedure that is non-invasive, but may require several weeks of recovery time to ensure the joint heals properly. What is Bursitis? Within joints, there are small fluid-filled sacs which act as cushi...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54559.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 01:36:20 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54559ejlloydAn arthrogram is a diagnostic medical procedure which is used to provide information about joints, and to help diagnose joint conditions. Uses of Arthrograms An arthrogram is part of the diagnostic procedure used to detect structural and functional problems in joints, including the ankle, knee, hip, wrist, and shoulder joints. One of the most commo...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54555.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 01:18:12 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54555ejlloydA cystotomy is a minor surgical procedure which may be carried out as a stand-alone procedure, or as a preliminary procedure in more complex bladder operations. What is a Cystotomy? A cystotomy is a procedure in which a hole is made in the wall of the bladder. This may be a stand-alone procedure to remove bladder stones, or may be carried out t...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54538.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 00:15:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54538ejlloydChronic urinary tract infections, or UTIs, occur in the general population, but are a much more common complication for people who must wear a catheter. Gentamicin bladder irrigation may be performed as a treatment for chronic UTI, or as a prophylactic measure to prevent infection. About UTIs Normally, the urethra (lower urinary tract), bladder, an...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54535.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 00:07:30 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54535ejlloydA surgical procedure called a bunionectomy is an often-used treatment for a severe or long-term case of bunions. This is a relatively minor procedure which can be performed under local anesthetic when required. What is a Bunion? Bunions develop when the joint of the big toe is under too much pressure. When this pressure is constant, the toe can...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/green-computing/articles/9197.aspxMon, 29 Sep 2008 22:07:35 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:9197ejlloydEnergy efficiency has become an issue of high focus in the IT industry, but even so there are still several barriers to improvement. Energy Usage on the Rise Despite the best efforts of individuals, organizations, and entire governments, energy usage is still high and is still increasing. It’s not all about blaming industry, however. Industrial pro...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/6050.aspxSat, 30 Aug 2008 08:55:13 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:6050ejlloydAlong with carbohydrates, fats, and nucleic acids, proteins are the ‘building blocks of life’ with which all life is made. What does Protein Do? Protein has a large number of important functions in the human body—and in fact, the human body is about 45% protein. It’s an essential macromolecule without which our bodies would be unabl...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/12679.aspxSat, 25 Oct 2008 01:54:20 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12679ejlloydPenicillin was discovered by Alexander Fleming, but it wasn’t until Howard Florey and Ernst Chain came across Fleming’s research that the first antibiotic was mass-produced for human use. Fleming: The Discovery of Penicillin Alexander Fleming (born 1881) was a Scottish biologist who published extensively in several fields, including...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/47958.aspxTue, 01 Sep 2009 01:49:12 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47958ejlloydRotationplasty is a method by which an amputated leg can be reattached in cases where part of the leg is still “usable” by the patient. This operation is also called a Van Ness procedure. Full amputation of a lower leg is often carried out as a treatment for certain types of cancer, in particular osteosarcoma. An amputation can save the...