A more severe type of dermatitis is known as seborrhoeic dermatitis and may require more extensive treatment. The causes of this disease are unknown, although several possible factors have been indicated. These include environmental, genetic, immune-system and hormonal factors. There has also been an unproven claim that seborrhoeic dermatitis may be an inflammatory response to yeast sensitivity. Those who suffer from this condition can exhibit a debilitating flaking and inflammation of the skin.

An excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to seborrhoeic dermatitis in children. Other causes can also be a lack of biotin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and vitamin B2 (riboflavin).

Symptoms that include scaling scalp kin (dandruff) can be present in adults and adolescents which may also include mild to severe erythema of the nasolabial fold during sleep deprivation. This is considered one of the primary signs of Parkinson’s disease.

Treatments that are usually recommended by dermatologists will include; topical applications of shampoos and skin cleansers that contain sulphur, coal tar, salicylic acid, selenium or zinc. Ointments that contain 50mg of vitamin B6 may also be prescribed. Nutritional supplements may be recommended that will include; biotin (in doses of 3mg twice daily), vitamin B, zinc and flaxseed oil (1tsp daily).

Unfortunately, in chronic cases, where there has been extensive use of topical corticosteroids, permanent skin changes may occur – such as atrophy. Most corticosteroids are available as lotions, creams and ointments. The type of application will be dependent on the treatment site. Creams and lotions are usually used on the face and body, while ointments are usually used on the scalp. Also, patient skin types will determine which type of application will be used. What may be fine for one patient may be too drying for another.

Please note that this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

Severe dermatitis can prevent someone from being able to provide for themselves and their loved ones by having to spend time away from work. You can obtain more information about the possibility of filing a Social Security claim by calling Gerard Lynch, Disability Lawyer, serving Big Spring Texas.

Anemia may lead to a lack of oxygen (hypoxia) in the organs as a result of the RBCs inability to supply the tissues with the proper amount of oxygen. Since oxygen is vital for human survival, anemia can have a wide range of adverse medical consequences.

Anemia is one of the most common blood disorders. There are several different types of anemia which are produced by a wide variety of underlying causes. There are several ways that anemia can be classified, which are based on the spectrum of discernable clinical data, the morphology of the red blood cells, etc. Anemia will fall into 3 main classes; loss of blood through hemorrhage (either all at once or slowly, over a period of time), the excessive destruction of blood cells (hemolysis) or the deficient production of red blood cells (known as “ineffective hematopoiesis”).

There are two major medical approaches to anemia:

• The “kinetic approach” – this involves evaluating the production, loss and/or destruction of blood cells.
• The “morphologic approach” – this groups the anemia by the size of the red blood cells. This approach will use a cheap and quick lab test as the starting point for diagnosis.

However, early focus on the issue of production may assist the clinician with rapidly determining cases in which there are multiple types of anemia that are coexisting.

Many people who have anemia are undiagnosed and their symptoms may be as minor as an occasional shortness of breath or feelings of fatigue or perhaps limited bouts of poor concentration.

However, in more severe cases of anemia, the patient’s body may attempt to compensate for the lack of oxygen by increasing the heart’s output. This will result in palpitations, angina (if there is already a pre-existing heart condition) and various symptoms of heart failure to include heart murmurs and cardiac enlargement.

Please note that this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

For further information on the subject of chronic anemia and its relationship to Social Security disability clams, you may wish to visit the site of SSI/SSD lawyer Gerard Lynch, serving clients in San Angelo, Texas.

Business Licenses

• General Business License – This is a license that has to be mandatorily obtained. This grants a business owner the privilege of operating a business within a certain city and/or county jurisdiction.
• State Business Licenses – In many states, people in certain occupation must have licenses or occupational permits. Some examples are the licenses required for doctors, lawyers, building contractors and others who must meet state licensing requirement meaning they have to pass state examinations before they can conduct business. Some businesses like restaurants that serve alcohol, also require a state license. These businesses must meet certain state standards or codes. Each state has different agencies regulating these types of businesses.
• Sales Tax Licenses – This license will allow you to charge sales tax to customers on purchased goods and other services. Sales taxes vary by state and are imposed at the retail level.
• Federal Licenses – For a very few businesses, federal licensing is required. Federal licensing is required if the business is highly regulated by the government. Some examples are: radio and TV stations, investment advisory services, interstate-trucking companies, businesses involved with meat preparation, and those that sell heavily regulated products such as firearms. The Federal Trade Commission can tell you if your business requires a federal license.

Added Tip

If you or someone you know is starting your own business and need assistance with the required license, consider consulting an attorney to either advise you on or handle the entire application process for you. Your business may require more than one business license. Make sure you understand which licenses you must have, as well as the order in which you need to obtain them.

Additional Legal Resource: South Florida Business Lawyer Ned Kimmelman.

This article is for information purposes only and not intended to replace legal advice.

Traumatic brain injury or TBI is a medical term used for describing brain injuries that are immediate in onset. Brain Injury is largely due to traumas caused by a sudden application of force to the head area or the penetration of a foreign object that causes ruptures in the protective covering and which continue to damage portions of the brain. 

 Early symptoms

Minor head injuries occur quite frequently.  They are often shrugged off until they pose a major health threat to the person. Identifying the early signs and symptoms of brain injuries presents the best chance of recovery. Although these symptoms are commonly found in other medical conditions, persons who have just suffered from a fall and displays prolonged symptoms should seek immediate medical help.  

•  Blurred vision
• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Uncoordinated body movements
• Perspiration
• Muscle weakness

 Symptoms of Mild TBI

Mild TBI are also referred to as mild concussions. These are characterized by a temporary loss of consciousness or cognitive/ thinking difficulties that happens in the span of 30 minutes or less. Common causes for Mild TBIs include short falls, sport injuries and minor head injuries in the elderly.

•  Headaches
• Fatigue
• Temporary memory loss
• Concentration difficulties
• Loss of balance
• Dizziness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Seizures

 Severe TBI

Severe traumatic brain injuries if not immediately treated often result to long term brain damage. Trauma to the brain is so severe that patients lose consciousness for hours or sink into coma.

• Decreased sensory perception
• Blurred or loss of vision
• Recurring seizures
• Cognitive impairment/ Learning disabilities
• Paralysis
• Emotional changes

Additional website link: Long Island Lawyer Elan Wurtzel, serving clients in the New York area.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has conducted a study that documented the roles played by alcohol and drugs in large truck-related accidents. One aspect of this study involved large truck accidents in which the driver of the truck was fatally injured. Here, it was shown that 1/3 of those truck drivers, who were killed in an accident, tested positive for drugs or alcohol.

The relationship between drug use and fatigues was also cited as a major issue. A common cause of large truck accidents is driver fatigue. As a result, drivers will resort to the use of methamphetamines and other types of stimulants in order to counter the effects of fatigue. Furthermore, the NTSB was able to show a strong relationship between drug use and violations of maximum continuous driving regulations.

Alcohol and drug impairment is an issue for all drivers to be concerned with. However, added to that, the damage that can be caused by an 18-wheeler and you have a recipe for disaster. Beginning in the early 1990’s the NTSB tightened regulations involving on-the-job alcohol and drug use by drivers of large trucks. Besides prohibiting substance use, it also mandated pre-employment drug screenings and random drug testing.

Please note that this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

DUI accident injuries can require expensive medical treatment and physical rehabilitation that can result in lost earnings. To find out more about compensation for a DWI- related injury, you may wish to consult with Lubbock, TX accident attorneys Todd Elias and Steven J. Gordon at their Houston, Texas office.

]]> http://longislandinjurylawyer.net/alcohol-and-drug-abuse-among-drivers/feed/ 3 http://longislandinjurylawyer.net/symptoms-of-brain-injury/ http://longislandinjurylawyer.net/symptoms-of-brain-injury/#comments Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:22:43 +0000 Admin http://longislandinjurylawyer.net/?p=129 Anyone who believes that they may have suffered a trauma that has resulted in a brain injury should immediately contact a physician or proceed directly to a hospital emergency room (by ambulance or another 3^rd party driver). In case of an emergency, call 911. One of the most pronounced symptoms of a serious head trauma is immediate sleepiness which should not, under any circumstances, be allowed – an immediate consultation with professional medical services should be sought.

Symptoms
Upon receiving an impact to the head, an individual who has suffered a brain injury may experience a variety of symptoms. While this article is not intended to be substituted for professional medical advice, it should be noted that common early symptoms may include (but not limited to):

• Spinal fluid (a thin watery-appearing liquid) issuing from the ears or nose.
• Possible loss of consciousness – but this is not necessarily present with all brain injuries.
• Unequal pupil sizes or pupil dilation (the black portion in the center of the eye remains large and will not get smaller when exposed to light).
• Blurred vision or double-vision, sensitive to light or a brief period of blindness.
• Balance problems (dizziness) or a change in perception regarding distances.
• Not alert and unable to respond to others (coma) or semi-comatose state.
• Weakness, poor coordination or paralysis of any part of the body.
• An increase in blood pressure with slowed breathing rate.
• Vomiting (especially projectile vomiting).
• Sleepiness directly after the injury (extremely dangerous)
• Headaches that increase in severity over time.
• Confusion/disorientation
• A ringing in the ears or a change in the way sounds are perceived.
• Incongruous emotional responses (easily frustrated, irritability, inappropriate sadness, crying or laughing).
• Slurred speech or any changes in speech patterns following the trauma.
• Loss of bladder control or bowel control

A person with a suspected brain injury should contact a physician immediately, proceed to an emergency room, or call 911 in the case of an emergency. The person who has received the trauma should be driven to a medical facility (or taken by ambulance). Under no circumstances should they be allowed to drive, as unconsciousness or distortions in perception may eventually occur.

Please note that this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

The Jodat Law Group, PA, which is located in Sarasota, Florida, maintains their website at: www.jodatlawgroup.com, Gary R. Jodat is the managing attorney.

Legal Representation for Medical Misdiagnosis

If you or a loved one suspect or know that you have fallen victim to medical misdiagnosis, or if you suspect that a loved one’s death was the result of a misdiagnosed condition, it is important that you contact a qualified personal injury attorney or law firm as soon as possible.  A reputable personal injury attorney can explain your rights and remedies under the law, and help you file your claim against the doctor, hospital, or the medical malpractice carrier who will be held liable for the injury or death.