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Common Medical Conditions and MedicationsAli Safayan, MD, Karen Threlkel, ND and the staff of Restorative Health Center provide our patients with a Health Education Library. The Library includes adult health handouts and links to medical organizations trusted by internists, physicians for adults. Physician recommended topics include:Asthma is a chronic lung disorder due to inflammation of the airways. It causes bouts of wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing. Asthma treatment options include inhaled bronchodilators (albuterol), inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene antagonists, and other medications. Your recommended treatment depends on your type of asthma, severity of asthma symptoms, and asthma history. Diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin, resulting in high levels of sugar in the blood (hyperglycemia). Over time this can lead the development of eye, kidney and nerve problems. Most adult patients are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes that can usually be controlled with weight control, exercise and oral medications ("sugar pills"). High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) increases your risk for developing heart disease, kidney disease and having a stroke. The Library provides a review of high blood pressure and various treatment options, including dietary changes, exercise and blood pressure medications (diuretics, beta blockers, ACE inhibitors). High Cholesterol levels in your blood increase your chance of developing heart disease. The Library reviews blood tests that measure different types of cholesterol (HDL, LDL, VLDL) and treatment options that help to lower cholesterol levels, including dietary changes, exercise and medications, such as statins. Infections by bacteria and viruses are a common medical problem. The recommended treatment depends on the part of the body that is infected, the type of organism that is causing the infection and the severity of symptoms. Bacterial infections of the sinuses (sinusitis), throat (pharyngitis), lungs (pneumonia), and urinary tract (UTIs) can usually be treated effectively with antibiotics. Although viruses cannot be treated with antibiotics, there are anti-viral medications available to treat select viral infections, such as influenza and HIV. The Library provides a review of different types of infections and various treatment options. Stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen to the brain is either blocked by a clot, or bursts. The nerve cells in that part of the brain no longer function. The resulting symptoms depend on the area of the brain affected. The Library reviews different types of stroke and their symptoms, as well as medications that help to prevent stroke. Vaccinations (immunizations) are a very safe and effective way to prevent serious illness. The Library reviews the different types of vaccines and recommended immunization schedules. Ali Safayan, MD, Karen Threlkel, ND and the staff of Restorative Health Center hope that the physician recommended health information helps you to better understand your health and treatment options. This information is for general educational uses only. It may not apply to you and your specific medical needs. This information should not be used in place of a visit, call, consultation with or the advice of your physician or health care professional. Communicate promptly with your physician or other health care professional with any health-related questions or concerns. Be sure to follow specific instructions given to you by your physician or health care professional.
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