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A catheter is a tube currently made of silicone, Teflon, or latex, which can be inserted into the body to allow for the passage of fluids or the administration of medical devices. This process may be used to allow urine drainage from the bladder. This is called urinary catheterization. It may be used to drain fluid which has collected in abdominal abscesses. A catheter may also be used to administer intravenous fluids or medication.

For the past three millennia, different forms of the catheter have been used for a variety of medical conditions. It is believed that ancient Egyptians used catheters made of metal pipes to perform urinary catheterization. Syrians once used reeds to make catheters. Many of these catheters were used to study cadavers, in particular to learn about cardiac valve function. The ancient Greeks used metal to form a hollow tube to be used as a catheter. (more…)

America has become the land of technology, with millions of dollars being spent on online purchases every day.  Of course, with this online revolution, it is now possible to purchase Medline products online.  The best thing about these online pharmacies is that you can enjoy lower prices and the convenience of having the medications delivered directly to your home.  The number of people that use online pharmacies is growing rapidly, so it is really important to understand just what pharmacies you can use, and which ones you should avoid.

Unfortunately, there are hundreds of online pharmacies that claim to provide medicines, but they do not have permission to sell, they sell illegal prescription medications, or they send medications that do not resemble what was ordered.  If you find an online pharmacy that does not verify your prescription or offer a medical consultation, then there is a great chance that you have stumbled upon one of these illegal pharmacies.  The Internet can make things more convenient for you, but it also makes illegal activity easier. (more…)