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- How to Take Allergy Medicine to Stay Sneeze Free Throughout the Day - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from steve gottDo you suffer from allergies and have frequent flare ups? Do you often find yourself reaching into your medicine chest to pull out yet another of the numerous medicines that just don't seem to help? When this happens the medicines are usually deemed as being ineffective. The problem is you may ...
Views: 1209(1 vote) - Is Infini Plastic Surgery the Ultimate Solution for Those Wanting To Look Younger Than Their Physical Age - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2017 from Jennifer SmithInfini is an advanced form of skin care treatment that can not only improve the appearance and quality of skin but also take away a few years off from your skin. The procedure involves use of radio wave and micro-needling, technologies in which specific areas of the neck and skin can be targeted ...
Views: 714(1 vote) - Is Your Hand Numbness Due to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Winifred BraggHow can you tell if that nagging numbness or pain in your wrist is really Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The wrist is surrounded by a band of fibrous tissue that serves as a support for the joint. The space between this fibrous tissue and the wrist bone is called the carpal tunnel. The median nerve ...
Views: 1678(2 votes) - Lasik Eye Surgery For Lazy Eye? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraFour in every 100 people have lazy eye or amblyopia. At birth, the infant usually learns to use their eyes together once they are opened. Seeing is a learned skill and it may not be an easy one because nobody is born with the ability to use the eyes together to focus. The fact is, infants are ...
Views: 18042(5 votes) - Living With Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Richard RauboltLiving with chronic pain is draining, disturbing, frightening, debilitating and terribly disruptive. Sometimes the injury or ailment is visible like the results of a severe automobile accident or stroke. Frequently there is no apparent "cause" as the pain results from stenosis, immune disorders ...
Views: 2121(1 vote) - Melanoma: The Warning Signs - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from mai brooksMelanoma, the deadly skin cancer, is on the rise. In the United States in 2008, there were estimated 62,480 new cases. In the same year, 8,420 people were predicted to die from this cancer. Melanoma is the #6 most common malignancy in men and #7 most common in women. The ethnicity of ...
Views: 935(1 vote) - MentorHealth to present webinar on “Setting up a Compliance Program: Training is Key” - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Roger StevenSummary: MentorHealth, a leading provider of online training for the healthcare industry, is organizing a webinar on October 25 on the topic, “Setting up a Compliance Program: Training is Key”. Joseph Batte, President of Kristall Associates, will be the speaker at this session. ...
Views: 955(1 vote) - Muscle Cramps and Spasms Are Signs Of Magnesium Deficiency - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Mark RosenbergSome of the most frequent complaints I hear from my patients, especially those older than 50, involves muscle cramps and spasms, notably those leg zingers that make them jump out of bed in the middle of the night; trouble sleeping and daytime stiffness or pain in their muscles. Most of my ...
Views: 1597(1 vote) - Natural Solution to Migraines - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Prof. George GrantMigraines are characterized by severe to moderate headaches and nausea, often on just one side of the brain, along with light and sound sensitivity lasting for up to 72 hours and often accompanied by problems with visual and motor sensory problems. In addition, 75% of migraine suerers are ...
Views: 2260(1 vote) - Post Nasal Drip and Allergies - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Eric MadridAre you clearing your throat daily? Are you coughing continuously throughout the day? If so- you may have allergies and post nasal drip. I must encounter 30 patients a week who have post nasal drip, sore throat, voice hoarseness, nightime coughing, etc. All asking for help. Why Is This ...
Views: 9524(2 votes) - Radiation and Chemotherapy Side Effects - by Submitted on May 02, 2009 from Raphaelo SteffFormation of cancer cells results from mutation of normal cells that escape the normal restraint on cell division. That is, those cells function differently of other cells in a tissue. This anomie causes the development of cancer cells, which gradually multiply and possibly affect other normal ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - Reasons Nursing is Growing in Popularity - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2015 from Brooke OberstNursing has always been a good and prosperous career path, but recently nursing has grown leaps and bounds in popularity. Every year more and more students work towards and eventually go into a nursing career. What is it about nursing that makes that job so popular? Keep reading to find out why ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Some Practical Issues in Dealing with Head Injury - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Craig LockArticle Title: Some Practical Issues in Dealing with Head Injury Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology Publishing Guidelines: I hope that the following piece may be informative to others. This article (as with all my articles) may be freely reproduced ...
Views: 2492(1 vote) - Steps to a Healthy And Balanced Weight Reduction Diet - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Rakesh AgarwalObesity is a disease that can strike any one at any age. Currently, approximately 150 million Americans - children and adults - are overweight. As a result, a number of weight loss methods and products are sold in the market in an attempt to curb these statistics. But are they really effective? ...
Views: 638(1 vote) - STIs and their influence on your pregnancy - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Etham HuntSexually transmitted infections, today, are a common occurrence amongst people who are sexually active. The number of people contracting these infections is known to be increasing. People today are more open about sharing sexual relationships with multiple partners or tend to change their ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - The Dangers of Expired Medications - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Sudesh SamuelExpired medications are commonplace and inertia notwithstanding, many of us tend to rely on an intuitive sense of their value in continuing to store and use them. Such drugs can be harmful to health in several ways; they can be unpredictable in effectiveness, simply ineffective, or even ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - The Holiday 5: Two Steps to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Dr. Kelly SennholzEach year we repeat the same cycle. Each year we end the summer tanned, more fit and feeling great. Then the holiday season begins- first with orange tooth candy at Halloween (O.K. that's not even tasty), then the big turkey or tofurkey feast on Thanksgiving. By this time, our bodies and our ...
Views: 1476(4 votes) - The Many Symptoms of STDs - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from James BrownInfections that are spread by sexual intercourse are known as sexually transmitted diseases. Though usually referring to transmission via sexual contact, the term STD can also refer to infections that are transmitted by non-sexual routes, like the contraction of HIV/AIDS through a blood ...
Views: 1040(2 votes) - The More You Know: STD Information - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from James BrownSexually transmitted diseases are very common medical conditions that can be transmitted through the exchange of semen, blood, and other body fluids or by direct body contact. The term sexually transmitted disease applies to more than twenty different infections, some of which affect the sex ...
Views: 785(2 votes) - The Truth About Weight Loss Diet Patch Effectiveness - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Rakesh AgarwalLose weight without the sweat! That is a weight loss diet patch is a promise, sold thousands of stores both local and online. Weight loss diet patch, according to some companies, is a revolutionary weight loss product designed to help people lose weight without diet and exercise. But how ...
Views: 12589(1 vote) - The Truth Behind Blood Tests: Why Functional Blood Ranges Are The Only Markers You Should Trust - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Kirsten NagyFor most people, when their doctor looks at their blood work and tells them they have high cholesterol or that their CO2 is in range they don’t think twice about their results. After all, it’s a blood test, how much more accurate can it get? The truth is most Americans are grossly ...
Views: 948(1 vote) - Thyroid problems associated hair loss - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from devendra rathoreHair loss will cause social embarrassment for men and ladies alike. though receding hairline could be a phenomenon, it's undoubtedly a reason for concern if it happens at associate early age. There could come back a time, once you suddenly expertise hair loss, and your hair begin slack in ...
Views: 1303(1 vote) - Tips To Write an Article for a Medical Journal - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2016 from Rabia TanveerBefore you decide to write something for a medical journal, it is necessary that you review previous articles published by them. For instance, if you are trying to get your medical paper published in an Armenian journal, you should have prior understanding of the subjects or topics that interest ...
Views: 1043(1 vote) - Top 10 Questions To Ask Your Neurosurgeon Before Back Surgery - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Steven GelbardIf your back pain is chronic then chances are good you've tried all manner of conservative back pain remedies, stuff like resting, medication, heat or cold therapy, physical therapy, visits to the chiropractor and even cortiscosteroid injections. If the back pain persists it may be time to ...
Views: 8691(1 vote) - Understanding Drug-drug Interactions - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Sudesh SamuelA drug-drug interaction involves one drug affecting the activity of another usually when both are concurrently administered. Such interactions can result in the reduced or enhanced activity of one or both drugs. While many forms of drug-drug interactions exist, most can be broadly classified ...
Views: 1455(1 vote) - Vitamin D is Needed to Fight and Prevent the Flu - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Byron RichardsThis past year everyone saw with their own two eyes that our government’s public health officials had no problem using fear to influence Americans to be guinea pigs for an experimental H1N1 vaccine. It was equally obvious that the government cried wolf and has egg on its face, as their ...
Views: 1193(6 votes) - What Are The Different Types Of Astrocytic Brain Tumours? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Gaurav GautamAccording to a leading neurologist in Darbhanga, who specializes in brain tumour treatment in Darbhanga, astrocytic tumours begins in star-shaped brain cells called astrocytes, which help keep nerve cells healthy. Astrocytes are a type of glial cells, which perform 4 main functions. These ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - What Are Top Foods That Prevent Cold Sores - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Denny BodohSearching for foods that prevent cold sores? You are wise indeed. Nutrition is the most effective and natural way to eliminate cold sore outbreaks. In this article you will learn about delicious foods that prevent cold sores. You will also discover foods that cause cold sores. Best of ...
Views: 33899(2 votes) - What is an Adverse Drug Reaction? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Sudesh SamuelAn adverse drug reaction (ADR) is any unintended, noxious or undesired effect that occurs when a drug is used at accepted doses for preventing, diagnosing or treating a condition. By this definition from the World Health Organization, ADRs can be further categorized into those that are related ...
Views: 1653(2 votes) - What is Foot Drop Definition Its Causes Symptoms Physical Therapy for Foot Drop Exercises With Long Term Outlook - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhat is Foot Drop? Foot drop is a paralysis or weakness of muscles that causes difficulty in lifting the forefoot. This leads to an abnormal walking pattern, with the forefoot dragging along the ground. People with foot drop often compensate by lifting the knee higher while walking. Foot ...
Views: 2892(1 vote) - What is the cost of Arthroscopy surgery in India? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2019 from PankajRaj RathorSummary: Arthroscopy is an advanced method in the field of surgeries and many additions have been made to in the past few years to make the experience, for both the surgeon as well as patients, better with time. It is way more comfortable as well as easy as compared to the old open procedure ...
Views: 1070(1 vote) - What You Need to Know About HIV and AIDS Testing - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from James BrownMany people are uninformed when it comes to AIDS. The information in this article will serve to provide you with information about what this virus is, preventing HIV, and how to get tested. Many medical services in all states provide the community with HIVAIDS testing services. At a medical ...
Views: 818(2 votes) - What You Should Know About Wisdom Tooth Extraction - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2018 from Frederick Ray RayExtraction of a tooth is simple if the problem is diagnosed promptly. Delaying the process of removing affected teeth can result in complications. Be familiar with the process; symptoms and need for extraction to make that you are ready for this if any such situation happens. There are many ...
Views: 628(1 vote) - Where Have All the Psychiatrists Gone? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Estelle GoldsteinA lot of people are whores; it is just a question of naming the price. Even in psychiatry. The psychiatrist interviewed — and he does sound like a fairly decent fellow — says he can only do drug therapy. He cannot change to a talking practice that pays less because he and his wife want to ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - Why Choose Medical Only Answering Services for Doctors - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2012 from Adam BellInvesting in dedicated answering services for doctors is a surefire way of increasing your patient satisfaction level. Medical only answering services cater specifically to the healthcare industry. This allows them to understand and meet the unique needs of doctors and hospitals. Here are some ...
Views: 826(1 vote) - Your Child’s First Trip to the Dentist - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2015 from Denture JohnWe know. Here’s something else you have to fork over for. We’ve heard all of the excuses too: “I didn’t go to the dentist till I was in school. I didn’t ever have fillings on my baby teeth.” We understand. Dental knowledge is far more advanced now than it was even 20 years ago. One of the things ...
Views: 494(1 vote) - Common Causes and Treatments for Hypopigmentation: White Spots on Skin - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Michelle MacomberWhen skin is damaged by UV exposure two conditions can occur: hyperpigmentation, and hypopigmentation. The first, hyperpigmentation, is the occurance of dark “sunspots” that form as the body produces melanocytes that absorb the UV radiation and prevent it from causing damage to the deeper ...
Views: 16324(4 votes) - Don't Let Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Stand in Your Way - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Paul TomlinsonIf you feel like you've been run over by a Mack truck, welcome to the unfortunate world of chronic fatigue. If you have pain, numbness or tingling, extreme fatigue, joint stiffness, and sleeplessness, you may have been diagnosed as having fibromyalgia or fibromyalgia syndrome. If you've been ...
Views: 788(2 votes) - How to Overcome Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Danica SusanAre you having problems with your ritualistic behavior? Are you troubled by your unwanted thoughts that keep popping on your mind like a computer virus? Try to evaluate yourself and trace down how many times your rituals and thoughts had caused disruption into your daily activities. Find out ...
Views: 1884(2 votes) - Life Is Tough Then You Have A Panic Attack - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Mike O'BrienSometimes life is tough, isn't it? There are things that happen beyond our control and they are not easy to deal with. Do you deal with them or do you experience what is known as a panic attack? Learning to recognize the symptoms can be the key you need to stop them from recurring in your life. ...
Views: 988(2 votes) - The Risks of childhood obesity - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Kody HackbuschEarlier this year in an interview regarding her new campaign against the epidemic of childhood obesity First Lady Michelle Obama said "We know the numbers, I mean, one in three kids are overweight or obese, and we're spending $150 billion a year treating obesity-related illnesses. So we know ...
Views: 1593(2 votes) - The Story of PSC Plant Stem Cells: Traversing the Old and the New - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Gabs Laguna20th century medicine has its eye on various discoveries, in its attempts to study the causes of diseases by the molecular and genetic level. The discovery of PSC plant stem cell research has paved way for useful things which appear as future solutions to dilemmas posed by cancer and viral or ...
Views: 1428(2 votes) - The Future of Health Care - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Terri RichardsTen years from now where will health care be? Will all Americans have health insurance? Will health care be delivered in the best way possible? Will costs be contained? No one knows for sure. But we can be the ones who shape the future of health care delivery. Right now we can be the ones who ...
Views: 1442(10 votes) - Stronger Than Cancer - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Terri RichardsI don't have cancer. But my Mom and my best friend do. Two of my grandparents did too. Many times I have thought about the great strength they have shown in fighting this elusive opponent. How do you fight it? You can't see it on the outside, but you know it's there. Any given day you wonder if ...
Views: 932(8 votes) - Two Types of Stress - by Submitted on May 08, 2010 from Jill PrinceMany people don’t know there are actually two major stress categories that affect us everyday of our lives. Most have already heard of the term “emotional stress”, but it seems that few people have heard of the term “oxidative stress.” We understand emotional stress to be that fight or ...
Views: 2678(3 votes) - Attention Crohn’s and IBD Sufferers – Harvard Researchers Discover the Obvious About How Genetically Modified Foods Lead to Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.A September 16, 2010 conducted by Cell Host & Microbe, Harvard School of Public Health (“HSPH”) researchers found that “certain bacteria that inhabit the intestines provides the environmental trigger that initiates and perpetuates chronic intestinal inflammation in individuals who are ...
Views: 3726(4 votes) - What are Crohn’s, IBD and IBS And What Are the Root Causes of the Constipation/Diarrhea Cycle That Lead to So Much Discomfort for Sufferers - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.Crohn's Disease is a chronic and serious inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract. Crohn's involves all layers of the intestine where healthy sections of bowel exist between patches of diseased bowel. Crohn's includes colitis and diverticulitis. Crohn's is categorized, along with ...
Views: 2377(4 votes) - "Magic Bullet" For Lower Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Is A Miss - by Submitted on May 02, 2009 from David O'HaraYet another new medical wonder, the so-called “magic bullet” or polypill for lower blood pressure and cholesterol, is making quite a buzz in the media. Backers claim it could “slash the rate of deaths from heart attack or stroke” by at least 50% or even, according to some sources, by 80% or ...
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