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Other treatments for psoriasis may be taken by mouth (oral) or given by an injection (injected). These drugs are called "systemic" because they affect the entire body. Many of the systemic drugs used for psoriasis are also used for other severe diseases, including autoimmune diseases (especially rheumatoid arthritis) and cancer. Nearly all are powerful medications with potentially serious side effects. These drugs should be used only for severely incapacitating cases of psoriasi...

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Expert & Community Posts

Are There Signs That I Have Prostate Cancer?

By Marc Greenstein , Health Expert

I was recently evaluating a patient for an elevated prostate specific antigen (PSA) of 5.0 ng/ml... Read more »

When Your Incontinence Is a Symptom of Something Else

By Jennifer Sobol, D.O. , Health Expert

I always find it interesting that while I am taking care of a patient for something, often... Read more »

Just In: Avastin Moves Closer To Full Approval; Cancer Rates, Deaths Decline

By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

Avastin, a drug given conditional FDA approval for the treatment of metastatic breast cancer last... Read more »

Frequent Urination and Urinary Incontinence in Men: An Overview

By Jennifer Sobol, D.O. , Health Expert

While it is arguably almost expected for women to have some degree of urinary incontinence, based... Read more »

Adam's Story: Cancer Judgement Day

By Adam Frey , Health Expert

Hello, Tuesday is a very big day for me. Actually, about six hours from now is a very big day for... Read more »

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Health Guide

How does diabetes impact lifestyle?"

There is no doubt that diabetes has an impact on the lifestyle of the patient. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. Diabetes is associated with long-term... Read more »

Congestive Heart Failure Patient Guide

Overview Congestive heart failure (CHF) is the result of abnormal and depressed function of the heart for any reason. The most common presentations of this syndrome are the development of shortness... Read more »

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Patient Guide

What is Peripheral Arterial Disease? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is due to atherosclerosis – a progressive disease that involves the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to a gradual... Read more »

Heart Pacemakers and ICD's Patient Guide

These electronic medical devices monitor heart rhythm and deliver appropriate electrical therapy when certain arrhythmias occur. Pacemakers and ICDs can be effective in extending and improving the... Read more »

Stroke Patient Guide, Part II: Diagnosis

Diagnosing a stroke Any type of stroke is considered a medical emergency and requires urgent medical assistance, because immediate treatment can make the difference between life and death. ... Read more »

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