Posted on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 @ 07:28 PM
A wart is generally a small, rough non-cancerous tumor, typically found on a person's hands and feet, that can resemble a cauliflower or a solid blister. Warts are common, and are caused by a viral infection, specifically by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are contagious when in contact with the skin of an infected person. They can last for years and can recur.
In general, warts should be treated. Treatment may decrease the chance that the warts will be spread to other areas of your body or to other people. Not to mention the fact that warts can cause embarrassment, they can bleed, they can cause pain when bumped, and just simply be bothersome.
There are several methods in which warts can be treated; and trust us, none of them are as fun as they sound. They can be:
- Burned
- Frozen
- Cut
- Removed with a laser
Not only can these procedures be time consuming, and painful; they can also be expensive.
Fortunately, the compounding pharmacists at Bayview Pharmacy have the ability to compound several topical medications that are:
- Easy to use
- Economical
- Pleasant
- Effective
To find out if treating your warts with a compounded medication may be right for you - read this - and contact us to help you get the process started.
Posted on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 @ 02:16 PM
Nail fungal infections can be painful and may cause permanent damage to your nails. It is important to make an appointmet with your medical provider if you suspect you have a nail fungal infection, and you also suffer from a suppressed immune system due to medication, diabetes or other conditions. Podiatrists are the medical specialists who commonly treat conditions of the foot and ankle and you can find one near you here.
Toenail fungus is one of the most common ailments that we receive compounded prescriptions for. The reasons that we receive about 2 dozen prescriptions a week for our compounded preparations are:
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Our compounds are effective because each has at least three medications combined into one single delivery form. Mutiple drugs = multiple modes of action = greater efficacy.
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They are easy to use. We dispense all of our nail fungus preparations in a nail polish bottle with a built in brush in the cap.
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We bill drug insurances for all of our compounds. Many people with insurance pay less than $10 month for their nail fungus compounds.
Research your treatment options, and talk to your medical provider about what options may be best for you.