Phenoxymethylpenicillin, also known as penicillin V, is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. Specifically it is used for the treatment of strep throat, otitis media, and cellulitis. It is also used to prevent rheumatic fever and to prevent infections following removal of the spleen. It is given by mouth. Side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and allergic reactions including anaphylaxis. It is not recommended in those with a history of penicillin allergy. I
What is Sezary Syndrome? Sezary Syndrome, or Sezary disease, is defined as a more aggressive variant of a form of cancer known as cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) that belongs to a broad group of diseases known as non-hodgkinâs lymphomas. Other than humans, the disorder has also been reported in cats and dogs.
Mycosis fungoides is the most common form of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. In the western population there are around 0.3 cases of Sezary syndrome per 100,000 people. SÃ©zary disease is more common in males with a ratio of 2:1, and the mean age of diagnosis is between 55 and 60 years of age.