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- Home Remedies for Passing Kidney Stones - 5 Ways to Do It Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are roughly 10 percent of people who build up kidney stones at some point in their lives. Men are most likely to suffer stones than women because there are speculations that kidney stones are prevented by female hormones from forming. This disorder also has a tendency to run in the family. ...
Views: 1574(1 vote) - Homeopathic High Blood Pressure Cures - Treating It Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonHaving high blood pressure can sometimes be very serious because of the different risks connected with it. There is a great possibility of having a heart and kidney problems, and an attack of stroke which sometimes can be fatal. A serious problem and too much stress can eventually lead to ...
Views: 1256(1 vote) - High Blood Pressure Common Drugs - Get to Know Them - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonHigh blood pressure is commonly known as hypertension. People begin to suffer this condition at the age of 40. This disorder affecting the pressure exerted by the blood on its wall can bring about many complications and can damage a lot of organs. Sometimes, its complication is usually fatal ...
Views: 1287 - High Blood Pressure Over 200mmHg - How to Avoid It? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonHypertension or high blood pressure is a condition that affects millions of people all over the world. It is a disorder in which too much pressure exerted by the blood on the blood vessels causes complicated diseases that can threaten the lives of sufferers. High blood pressure may cause ...
Views: 2647(1 vote) - How to Lower Blood Pressure While Pregnant - 6 Helpful Techniques - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonGestational hypertension or high blood pressure in pregnancy can be perilous for both the mother and the unborn child. It can reduce the flow of the blood to the placenta, decrease birth weight, and cause premature delivery. However, the dangers are negligible for as long as women are ...
Views: 1587 - High Blood Pressure Postpartum - Know Its Dangers - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonPregnancy is a very precious thing especially for women who don’t have a child yet. They take care of themselves because they know that a new life is starting to grow inside their womb. Carrying a baby for almost nine months is not an easy thing to do. There are many things to consider ...
Views: 3769 - High Blood Pressure and Stroke Risk - How Dangerous Are They? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonHigh blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious problem by which people must give proper attention and prompt treatment. It is a condition that interrupts with the proper flow and distribution of blood to the organs of the body. In hypertension there is too much pressure within the ...
Views: 1369 - High Blood Pressure Treatments Explained - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonTreating high blood pressure can be done in a few different ways. High blood pressure treatments vary from diet changes, lifestyle changes, medications and many more. This article is going to explain why and how many of the treatments for high blood pressure work. High blood pressure ...
Views: 1217 - High Blood Pressure Headache - Watch Your Symptoms - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonMany people do not consider linking a headache to their high blood pressure. For the most part, headaches are often dismissed as nothing more than stress. However, the stress part is correct, but a high blood pressure headache is often what the individual is really experiencing. As you might ...
Views: 1824 - Non Surgical Hemorrhoid Removal - Get the Relief You Want - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoid is a common problem suffered by people who have high risk for it. This may be due to chronic constipation, too much straining brought by pregnancy, prolonged sitting, and low fiber diet or even by eating spicy foods. Hemorrhoids often let you suffer from pain and discomfort, and ...
Views: 2094(1 vote) - Reduce High Blood Pressure - No Need for Medication - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonAre you worried about taking prescriptions to control your blood pressure? If so, it is possible that you can fully avoid the possible side effects associated with many of the medications often prescribed to reduce high blood pressure. Here are a few methods you might want to consider before you ...
Views: 1475 - How to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids - Correcting Certain Hygienic Practices - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonIn seeking how to get rid of hemorrhoids home remedies, sufferers tend to forget the importance of certain hygienic practices. The matter of improving the methods of relieving one’s self of body waste is also crucial, in preventing infection in the anal area. Several conditions not related to ...
Views: 1508 - Diets for High Blood Pressure - Flavor You Can Enjoy - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonAll too often people are set back by the word diet because they automatically think it means no flavor. This could actually be very true, but it doesn’t have to be. Who said diets for high blood pressure have to be bland? Be creative and you will be surprised at what flavors you can ...
Views: 1296 - Ringing Ears Vitamin Deficiency - Why It Matters - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonRinging ears are often suffered by people having tinnitus as one of its symptoms. This condition makes them irritable and bothersome. But tinnitus is considered a symptom of underlying disease such as age- related hearing loss, ear injury and disorder in the circulatory system if ruled out. ...
Views: 13176 - Gout Attack Treatment - Fight For Pain Free Nights - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonGout is described as an excruciating pain. It is caused from uric acids being built up in the body, they crystallize and deposit in and around the joints. These deposits generally crystallize when the body is resting, often while sleeping. You can find a gout attack treatment that can assist you ...
Views: 1358 - Tinnitus Hearing Aid - Help and Benefits - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonThe cure for tinnitus to date has not been known and seems to be illusive for medical researchers, similar as to its idiopathic nature – its cause is also unknown. Many sufferers described this symptom as the “phantom” head or ear noise because only the perceiver can hear the buzzing, ringing, ...
Views: 3346(2 votes) - Quickly Lower Blood Pressure - Everything You Need to Know - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonMaintaining a healthy level of blood pressure is ideal, however for many of us this is a difficult task. The key to quickly lowering your blood pressure is catching it in the early stages of elevation. If you allow your blood pressure to remain elevated for a long period of time you are only ...
Views: 1498(1 vote) - Tinnitus Depression - Coping Strategies - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonTinnitus depression is common among tinnitus sufferers though, the degree of occurrence is not severe compare to those suffering psychological depression itself. As medical specialists defined, tinnitus is not a disease but a symptom – a result of several underlying conditions such as ear ...
Views: 3854(1 vote) - Tinnitus Masker - How to Choose the Right Tinnitus Masker - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonA tinnitus masker is any form of device which helps the tinnitus sufferer in drowning out the incessant ringing, whizzing, humming or buzzing sounds emanating from within his inner ears. The device may come in the form of a machine, a CD or hearing aid while the latest innovation comes in ...
Views: 3283 - Tinnitus Treatment - Surgery As a Treatment For Tinnitus - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonIn contemplating surgery as a last resort for tinnitus treatment, you should perhaps think about this option a hundred times over. You should be aware that tinnitus surgery involves cutting the eighth nerve in your auditory system without guarantee that the process will relieve you of your ...
Views: 2913 - Pulsatile Tinnitus - What Does It Mean If Tinnitus Sounds Are Heard By Others? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonPulsatile tinnitus is different from the ordinary tinnitus experienced by most sufferers. The sound being heard are not considered as phantom sounds because others can hear what the tinnitus patient is suffering from. Medical studies have determined that the pulsatile tinnitus sounds emanate ...
Views: 2948 - Cures For Tinnitus - 7 Natural Ways - by Submitted on May 25, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonOver 35 million Americans are being affected by Tinnitus, a hearing condition where infuriating noises are experienced. Tinnitus originated from the Latin word “tinnire”, which means ringing or tinkling like a bell. It can obstruct concentration or be a reason for sleep disturbance. Tinnitus ...
Views: 7814(3 votes) - Tinnitus Therapy - Behavioral Techniques to Attain Habituation - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonOne of the most effective tinnitus remedy being recommended lately is called the process of habituation. Habituation refers to the behavioural techniques adopted by the tinnitus sufferer in order to relegate the noises into the background and become adept at ignoring the irritating sounds ...
Views: 3189(2 votes) - Homeopathic Cures for Tinnitus - Choosing the Right Plan - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonExasperating noises in the ears such as hooping, buzzing, or ringing can be sporadic or incessant. This situation can sometimes be associated with fractional hearing loss, and can certainly disturb and annoy you. Tinnitus can go along with some conditions connected to the nervous system and ...
Views: 2402(1 vote) - Causes of Tinnitus - Knowing the Common Causes as the First Step to Tinnitus Treatment - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonOnce a patient submits himself for medical examination regarding ringing, whizzing, buzzing or hissing sounds emanating from his ear, the patient will be required to undergo a series of tests. This is not surprisingly so since the causes of tinnitus are varied. The medical practitioners have ...
Views: 2225(1 vote) - Ear Ringing Treatment - Start Getting Results by Using Home Remedies as Tinnitus Treatments - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonYou may be aware by now that more than 40 million Americans are suffering from tinnitus and that 17% of the global population are tinnitus afflicted. You will then come to the realization that what they say about tinnitus as incurable must be true. Otherwise, the number of tinnitus ...
Views: 2497 - Ringing in the Ears - 4 Important Steps to Take and Stop Ringing in the Ears - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonIn order to imagine how a tinnitus sufferer feels, imagine the sounds of siren or the screeching sound of vehicles or crackling sounds of wood fire constantly ringing in the ears. This can be a tormenting condition that makes life difficult. In fact, these sounds get more intense at night ...
Views: 4570(1 vote) - Tinnitus Cure - Medication Possibilities for Managing Tinnitus - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonUnfortunately, there is not a tinnitus cure. However, there are several options to assist sufferers of tinnitus to help them deal with it on a daily basis. In many cases, individuals have been able to avoid suffering from tinnitus for several months to years at a time. The treatments can ...
Views: 902(1 vote) - Pulsatile Tinnitus Cure - How to Help Your Child Cope with Tinnitus Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonAlmost everyone has experienced tinnitus which is said to affect all ages. Experts say that tinnitus is not a disease or a type of illness but actually a symptom of another underlying health disorder. If such is the case, then a child suffering from tinnitus will manifest signs of discomfort ...
Views: 1210(1 vote) - How to Treat Tinnitus If You have Sensorineural Hearing Loss - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonTinnitus is quite common in war torn countries like Iraq and Afghanistan where bombs and exchange of rapid gunfire is as routine as the daily newspaper. It’s the most prevalent injury suffered by those who are still alive and who managed to go unscathed with the everyday dose of exchange of ...
Views: 1851(1 vote) - High Blood Pressure Headache - Why Headache is not a Reliable Symptom for Hypertension - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonThe role of the heart is to pump blood around the body. In doing this, it needs to apply pressure to accomplish the task. The force needed to push the blood is called blood pressure, translated by the level of blood pumped and the number of pumping, as affected by the obstructions the force has ...
Views: 883(4 votes) - 5 Ways to Cure Urinary Tract Infection Fast - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonIf you are suffering from a urinary tract infection, you don’t want to wait for relief, you want it now. There are several ways to cure urinary tract infection fast. However, if you are going to be using a natural or home remedy to treat your UTI you should consult your medical care professional ...
Views: 1945(2 votes) - How to Pass a Kidney Stone - 3 Steps Approach - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonMost people that are searching the internet to find ways to get rid of the pain from passing kidney stones, how to pass a kidney stone, or even how to avoid getting them. Rarely are people trying to find out how they can pass a kidney stone in a day or less. So, we have decided to change things ...
Views: 909(3 votes) - Treatment of Gallstones - What Options Do You Have - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThe treatment of gallstones can and will vary depending on the individuals overall health, their personal preferences and the options their medical care provider feels are safe for the patient. Keep in mind, you always have a say in your course of treatment for every medical condition. You have ...
Views: 665(1 vote) - Eye Disorder Symptoms and High Blood Pressure - What Is the Link - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonHigh blood pressure does not happen overnight since it slowly creeps in the body system due to improper diet and unhealthy lifestyle. Based on this premise, how does one discern the relationship between eye disorder symptoms and high blood pressure? Hypertension in individuals if left ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - Treatment for Gallstones - 5 Symptoms that Tell if Gallstones Treatment is Necessary - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonBased on medical records, gallstones sufferers do not experience any signs or symptoms that indicate the presence of gallbladder disorders. Often, it will only be detected as a result of examination procedures related to some other diseases. If not, it is said that it can go undetected for ...
Views: 660(2 votes) - Dissolve Gallstones Naturally - 5 Most Effective Ways - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonOne of the reasons why surgery is being assailed as a treatment option for gallbladder disorder is because it deals with the removal not only of the stones but the gallbladder itself. In fact, doctors who often recommend this treatment are criticized for not considering the possible outcomes ...
Views: 16951(2 votes) - Reasons for Urinary Tracy Infection Explained - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonFor many men and women, urinary tract infections are not something they have not had to deal with. On average, over 8 million visits to a doctor are for UTIs. Unfortunately, just because these individuals know how to recognize a infection does not mean they know what causes a UTI. The actual ...
Views: 1075 - How to Pass Gallstones - Make the Treatment Affordable - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThe gallstones you are trying hard to ignore is now giving you abdominal pains and you are now wracking your head with the looming costs your doctor has just warned you about. The surgery costs will reach as much $12,000 to $15,000 or even higher; which will all depend on the surgeon, the ...
Views: 587 - Gallstones Home Remedy - Simple Ways to Feel Better - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are thousand upon thousands of home remedies all over the internet, cures for every aliment you could imagine. Because more and more people are concerned with medications and surgical procedures there seems to be a growing trend for natural remedies and home remedies. We could not ...
Views: 1000 - Gallstones Remedy - Gallbladder Cleanse As Effective Remedy - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonA gallbladder cleanse is said to be one of the most effective gallstones remedy. Based on testimonials it is even hailed as the fastest way to rid your gallbladder of your gallstones. The cleansing involves filling up your system with apple or grapefruit juice. These substances together with ...
Views: 817(1 vote) - Remove Gallstones - Know What Works and Get Rid of Your Gallstones - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonDepending on the individual you speak to, you might have options to remove gallstones. On the other hand, there are probably the same number of individuals that will tell you that your only option is having your gallbladder removed. Here is the information we found, you can weigh the pros and ...
Views: 805(1 vote) - Heartburn Help - 3 Different Methods to Provide Heartburn Relief - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonHeartburn can cause so much pain while the regurgitated food together with stomach acids try to find their way out of the esophagus towards the throat. The burning sensation spreads out through your chest and causes sharp stabbing pain. What you need is immediate heartburn help to let the gas ...
Views: 910 - Gallstones Alternative Treatment - Vitamin C Is Effective - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThere is much controversy about the treatment of gallstones by surgery methods. A lot of medical practitioners contend that patients need not be subjected to undergo painful and expensive open surgery. In some parts of the world, gallstones alternative treatments have been effective in removing ...
Views: 1751(1 vote) - Remedies for High Blood Pressure - Take Control of Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are several different remedies for high blood pressure, tips and tricks to reduce your blood pressure, natural remedies and even medications that can lower elevated blood pressure. Here are some steps you can take to take your life back. One of the most popular remedies for high blood ...
Views: 919(1 vote) - Gallstones Remedy - 4 Essential Diet Modifications - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonMany people have gallstones; some require surgery and others have no idea they even have them. On occasion, gallstones are even stumbled upon during testing for other conditions. A lot of people are wondering if there is a gallstones remedy or if they have no options other than surgery. ...
Views: 641(2 votes) - Dissolving Gallstones Naturally - 5 Medicinal Properties of Artichokes in Gallstones Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonSurgery as an option to treat gallbladder disorder has often been criticized. It is said that an estimated 40% to 50% of those who underwent gallstone removal surgery, suffer from constant diarrhea, excessive bowel gas and dull abdominal pains as a result of losing their gallbladders. Hence, ...
Views: 2479(2 votes) - Gallstones Natural Treatment - 7 Simple and Effective Tips - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonIf you are trying to find a gallstones natural treatment that you can afford, you will want to continue reading this article. Nowadays, everyone needs to save money whenever and however they can. This holds true to treating some aliments as well. We understand that your money needs to go ...
Views: 619(1 vote) - How Smoking can Cause High Blood Pressure - What You Should Know - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonArteries are blood vessels that carry the blood from the heart to other parts of your body. High blood pressure will occur if the blood cannot pass through these arteries at a normal pace. In relation to smoking, the nicotine content of cigarettes or tobacco causes the arteries to ...
Views: 613(1 vote) - How To Cure Back Pain - 3 Helpful Tips to Ease the Pain - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonBack pain might just be the most common ailment among the world’s population. People have found out (at times, the hard way) that it doesn’t take much to injure the back. An even bigger problem after a person has injured themselves is their lack of knowledge as to how to cure back pain, ...
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