Archives for 2009

Numbness, Tingling in the Arms and Hands, Weakness, and Loss of Balance

September 11, 2009 By E. Sizemore 21 Comments

Numbness and tingling in the arms and hands, muscle weakness, pain in the fingers and toes, and loss of balance are often symptoms of conditions or diseases such as peripheral neuropathy, Vitamin B12 deficiency, or a medical problem that is secondary to other conditions such as diabetes and vitamin deficiencies. These could also be side effects … [Read more...]

Rapid Breathing, Confusion, and Lethargy: Symptoms or Side Effects?

September 11, 2009 By E. Sizemore

Rapid breathing, confusion, and lethargy are often symptoms of conditions or diseases such as anxiety or metabolic acidosis, but could also be side effects associated with certain medications. Metabolic acidosis itself can be a side effect of some medications such as Zonegran. Below is a list of diseases and conditions associated with symptoms like … [Read more...]

Loss of Vision, Weakness, Confusion: Symptoms or Side Effects?

September 11, 2009 By E. Sizemore

Vision problems, speech problems, weakness, loss of coordination, confusion and personality changes are often symptoms of conditions or diseases such as Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) or stoke, but could also be side effects associated with certain medications. PML itself can be a side effect of the drug Raptiva. Below is a list … [Read more...]

Mitsubishi Lancer, Ralliart Recalls

September 11, 2009 By US Recall News Leave a Comment

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): MITSUBISHI / LANCER 2008-2009 Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. Mfr's Report Date: SEP 08, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V349000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY … [Read more...]

Texas Coffee Company Recalls Red Pepper: Salmonella Risk

September 9, 2009 By The FDA Leave a Comment

The Texas Coffee Company, Inc. of Beaumont, TX, is recalling its 3 ounce and 8 oz. packages of Texjoy red pepper because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons … [Read more...]