INTRODUCTION: IS YOUR CHILD ADDICTED TO OPIOIDS? MEDICATION-ASSISTED TREATMENT MAY HELP WHAT ARE THEY USED FOR? Many teens and young adults first use opioids when they are prescribed them by a dentist or oral surgeon, often for removal of molars. Other teens and young adults may be prescribed them for a sports injury.
Zinc levels will decrease substantially in: leukemia, liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, sickle cell anemia, Infection, pernicious anemia and malnutrition Common symptoms of zinc deficiency that must be noted include: In children: growth retardation and skeletal abnormalities are typical symptoms in which zinc deficiency should be considered In adults: reduced sense of taste and smell, loss of appetite, development of abnormal skin lesions and excessive hair loss
Patients experience an abnormal increase in heart rate (tachycardia) with position changes, which produces a dizzy spell that sometimes leads to fainting (syncope). Patients with POTS may complain about headaches, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, nausea and insomnia. Symptoms can be debilitating for many and challenging to treat. Teens may miss out on sports and social activities.