- Understanding Psoriasis By : Fred Duckworth
The following article lists some simple, informative tips that will help you have a better experience with Psoriasis.
Psoriasis is a noncontagious, skin disease that has been diagnosed in 4.5 million adults in the United States. About 10 percent to 30 percent of people with psoriasis also develop psoriatic arthritis, which causes pain, stiffness and swelling in and around the joints.
No one knows exactly what causes psoriasis, but it is believed to be an auto immune dis... - Gastric Bypass Surgery - A Successful Alternative By : Paul MacIver
“Obesity can damage the body by its mechanically and metabolically adverse effects on normal bodily function; not to mention the psychological anguish it can also bring.” Gastric bypass surgery is a very successful alternative to normal dieting for the obese and overweight, and is an operation that makes the stomach smaller and causes food to bypass part of the small intestine. - Depression And Recommendations For Successful Treatment By : Justin Brown
Depression is highly common, and chances are that up to half of the number of people you know have been or still are affected by depression. It is a mood response that is often brought on by strains or stresses in our lives that can affect our self-esteem, health, and well-being. Read on for some great tips to combat depression. - Acid reflux/GERD is a real pain in the neck. Literally. By : Tyler J Stevenson
Acid reflux and GERD are used interchangeably in describing the same condition. The GERD stands for gastroesophogeal reflux disorder. It sounds complicated, but is quite simply a condition in which the acids from the stomach are irritating or damaging the esophagus. - Acid Reflux, everything you really need to know. By : Tyler J Stevenson
A summary of the causes & treatments for sufferers of Acid Reflux - Laparoscopic Surgery: An overview By : Jack Smith
Laparoscopy is considered a minimally invasive surgery as the body’s natural openings are not used. Instead, the surgeon uses an instrument called a laparoscope. Also called keyhole surgery, laparoscopy is considered an endoscopic procedure and is usually performed to as part of an investigation of the abdominal and pelvic cavity. - Addiction in Any Form is Abnormal By : Paul MacIver
Addiction is in fact a hydra-headed concept having different facets. Medical researches and studies have divulged that every individual to some extent has an addiction. People who have an uncanny pining or obsession for anything, are indeed addicted. - Are Hemorrhoids Treatable? By : Paul MacIver
Hemorrhoids are described as a condition in which an itching or painful mass of dilated veins in swollen anal tissue occurs. Hemorrhoids or piles are the medical terms used - Addiction; Desperate Maladies Require Desperate Remedies By : Paul MacIver
An addiction is an uncontrollable strong craving for something, or to be abnormally dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming. There are many types of addiction, the most common are alcohol addiction, narcotic addiction, and drug addiction; also known as substance dependence. - Crohns Disease - Symptoms and Treatment By : Paul MacIver
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the digestive tract. The disease can affect the digestive system anywhere from the mouth to the anus, but distinctively affects the terminal ileum as well as demarcated areas of large bowel. - What Causes Hyperhidrosis? By : Jack Smith
We naturally perspire, all through the day, to help our body regulate its temperature. In fact sweating is necessary for the healthy physiological functioning of our bodies. It is a mechanism in which fluid containing salts is released, by which the body is able to dispel heat produced by exercise and hot environments. - Treating Hyperhidrosis By : Jack Smith
Excessive sweating or hyperhidrosis is caused by a dysfunction in the sympathetic nerve chain. - Irritable Bowel Syndrome – Symptoms, Causes and Treatments By : Paul MacIver
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic functional disorder of the intestines which causes abdominal pain, often accompanied by cramping, bloating, diarrhea and constipation. It is also referred to as spastic colon or mucous colitis. Irritable bowel syndrome is more commonly known by its abbreviated term - IBS. - Hyperhidrosis - The Basics By : Jack Smith
Normal sweating is the body's way of lowering its temperature. Sometimes, however, the body sweats in excess of what is needed for normal cooling; This is called Hyperhidrosis. - Living with Hyperhidrosis By : Jack Smith
Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, can be an extremely disabling problem. Caused by the over activity of the sympathetic nervous system, hyperhidrosis can pose embarrassing problems in achieving simple everyday tasks like shaking hands, hugging, writing and sometimes even establishing personal relationships. - Are Air Purifiers Beneficial for Asthmatics? By : Paul MacIver
Environmental studies have revealed that the air inside homes is dirtier than the air outside. People living in congested homes or localities usually live in dirty air.
The best way to deal with this problem is to purchase a good air purifier. An air purifier is a device that cleans the air. It assists in air purification by freeing the air from pollutants and contaminants. - A Brief History of Surgery By : Jack Smith
A procedure called trepanation (also called trephinning or trepanning) is the earliest known surgical procedure in the history of surgery. - Avian influenza - Bird Flu FAQ By : Sachin A
As more and more cases of bird flu are reported, the world faces an immediate threat of a deadly pandemic. Pandemics (Global Disease Outbreaks) are known to be like flash floods. They start abruptly, spread fast and cause a lot of damage all over the world.A few facts that everyone should know: - The Dangers of Avian Flu as it Spreads to More Countries By : aussietaff
As some of you will know, I first started writing about Avian or Bird Flu in May, 2005, since then it has spread to more countries, with the latest being Turkey, where there has been a number of deaths in the last few weeks. - Why We Should Be Worried About The Bird Flu By : Michael Colucci
This article explains the potential danger that bird flu can give. This article helps explain what could happen if the bird flu has gone out of control. - Symptoms of Arthritis By : Hans Hasselfors
Arthritis symptoms can vary depending on what type of arthritis you have. Arthritis can affect several part of the body and can be caused by several different factors. - Improving Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms By : Hans Hasselfors
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease where white blood cells suddenly attack healthy tissues, specifically joints and cartilage. There are a few ways to help ease the symptoms, depending on which stage of the disease you are in. - Arthritis Diet - Relieve Your Pain By : Hans Hasselfors
People who suffer from arthritis are always looking for ways to relieve their pain. One way to ease or even prevent it is through an arthritis diet. There are some arthritis diets that some people will swear by, but have never been proven to make a difference. There are some diets that make a definite difference according to health experts. - How to Prevent High Blood Pressure! By : Hans Hasselfors
No doubt, there are number of treatments and medicines available for the treatment of high blood pressure. But as it is said, “Precaution is better than cure”. So, we must consider this saying and follow the recommended rules in order to prevent the high blood pressure. - Drug Rehabilitation - No easy options By : Ventura
The addict has to be the person who decides to have treatment. If relatives put their loved one in a rehab center without the addict's cooperation he or she will go back to drugs within weeks of coming out. It is an expensive option, but really the only one. The money is going to be wasted though, unless the addict is a willing patient. - Alcohol - Is there a comparison with hard drugs? By : Ventura
Alcohol is addictive. You will find many people who will argue with this statement, but alcohol fits all the definitions of a harmful and addictive drug.
Given the toxic nature of alcohol, if the substance was discovered today, it would never be licensed as a drug or food. - Natural Relief for Arthritis By : Nestler
There are those who claim that, if a pill comes from ingredients from a plant, it is therefore “natural” and suitable for human consumption. They ignore the fact that extracts of plants and herbs are chemicals – and some chemicals can kill! - Treating Arthritis By : Nestler
Today with early treatment of arthritis, the progress of the disease can be slowed and in many cases the pain and crippling can be kept under control for years. - Handling Pain from Arthritis By : Nestler
Some detective work on the part of the sufferer may be called for. By determining when the symptoms pop up, it may be possible to manage some of the suffering. Pain in a joint may be felt during or after use, or after a period of inactivity. Discomfort may signal a change in the weather or be felt during it. - Help for Arthritis By : Nestler
By determining when symptoms pop up, it may be possible to manage some of the suffering. Pain in a joint may be felt during or after use, or after a period of inactivity. Discomfort may signal a change in the weather or be felt during it. - Relief for Arthritis By : Nestler
Popping a pill may be the first thought that comes to mind, perhaps a pain killer or one of the anti-inflammatory medications. The latter come in the form of pills, ointments, gels or salves and may provide the desired relief. However, if the problem persists, use of medication should be discussed with a physician so the sufferer is aware of possible side-effects and precautions with their use. - Detoxing For Addictions By : Jack Smith
Finding reliable drug detox instructions can be hard. When self-drug detoxification is attempted, there are a few things to keep in mind. Always seek professional help. - What is GERD? By : Jack Smith
Gastroesophageal (pronounced: gas-tro-ih-sah-fuh-jee-ul) reflux disease is a condition in which acid from the stomach regurgitates or refluxes into the esophagus. - How magic are stem cells? By : SJD
Research on stem cells is advancing knowledge about how an living bodies develop from a single cell and how healthy cells replace damaged cells in adults. This promising area of science is also leading scientists to look at the possibility of cell-based therapies to treat disease, sometimes called regenerative or reparative medicine. - Treatment of GERD By : Jack Smith
As mentioned before, reflux is more troublesome at night when the individual is lying down. Relief can be provided by elevating the patient’s upper body at night. This can be done by putting blocks under the bed’s feet on the head side. Also, reflux has been observed to occur less frequently when the patient lies on his left side rather than on the right. - Symptoms of GERD By : Jack Smith
Nerve fibers in the esophagus get stimulated when there is a backward movement of acid from the stomach to the esophagus, popularly known as acid reflux. The most common result of this phenomenon is heartburn, a pain that most patients of GERD have experienced. - Living with GERD By : Jack Smith
Although GERD is a life-long condition, it is possible to live comfortably in spite of it. It only requires a little effort and persistence on the part of the patient. It is very important not to ignore it. - Causes of GERD By : Jack Smith
A number of conditions are believed to cause GERD. Different conditions may be active in different individuals, or even the same individual at different times. Chief among these are: - Autism That Blank Stare By : E. L. Strauch
The Blank Stare of Autism - What is an Addiction? By : Jack Smith
We are addicted to a substance or an activity when we repeatedly crave for it and would go to great lengths (often even detrimental to our well being) to obtain or experience it. Addictions can be to substances such as alcohol and drugs or even to activities such as gambling and sex. - History of Cocaine By : Jack Smith
Extraction of pure cocaine was first done from the leaf of the Erythroxylon coca bush, which is found mainly in the high mountain ranges of Peru and Bolivia, in the mid nineteenth century. The natives of this region used the coca leaves as a stimulant. - Heroin Addiction - The Basics By : Jack Smith
Heroin is a highly addictive, illegal drug. It among the most abused and fastest acting of the opiates (opiates, also called narcotics, are a family of drugs which are used in the medical profession to relieve pain, but are also highly abused due to this very property). - Effects of Cocaine By : Jack Smith
Cocaine has enormously devastating side effects which can eventually be fatal. It acts extremely rapidly and its short term side effects can even be experienced by a person who has used it just once. - Coping With An Addiction By : Jack Smith
It is most important to stay motivated during the process of recovery. It helps to make a list of benefits, or advantages of quitting the addictive behavior. These should be benefits that are very valuable to you – valuable enough to turn your back on the addiction. Setbacks will occur and should be viewed as opportunities to learn. - A Brief History of Heroin in America By : Jack Smith
In the late 1800’s, opium was a popular, commonly available drug. Drug users frequented opium dens which dotted the ‘Wild West’ region of America. It was smuggled in and sold by Chinese immigrants who came here to work on the railroads. - Bextra, Some Facts to Consider By : bluenatchez
For those who take Bextra, there are many warnings out that are telling people to stop. It is wise to do this and to do it right away. Of course, you should talk to your doctor about it as well. But, what is Bextra and what does it do? Are their good effects and bad for this drug? Yes, and that is what keeps doctors wanting to prescribe it. But, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) have deemed the bad effects to outweigh the bad enough to stop production and distribution until a true answer can be found. - Bird Flu: Diagnosis By : Bradford Frank M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A.
Central to the problem of dealing with bird flu is diagnosis. A number of upper respiratory infections have similar symptoms—at least at the onset of the illness, including the common cold, seasonal influenza, and bird flu. - Avian Flu Fact Sheet By : lar
What to do about Avian Flu - Bird Flu: Human Infection By : Bradford Frank M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A.
Bird flu is a disease caused by a specific type of avian (bird) influenza virus, the so-called H5N1 virus. This virus was first discovered in birds in China in 1997, and since then has infected 125 people in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Indonesia, killing 64 of them. It is spread by infected migratory birds (including wild ducks and geese) to domestic poultry (primarily chickens, ducks, and turkeys), and then to humans. - A Bird-Flu Pandemic Could Start Tomorrow By : Bradford Frank M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A.
Bird flu is a disease caused by a specific type of avian (bird) influenza virus, the so-called H5N1 virus. This virus was first discovered in birds in China in 1997 and since then has infected 125 people in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Indonesia, killing 64 of them. It is spread by infected migratory birds (including wild ducks and geese) to domestic poultry (primarily chickens, ducks, and turkeys), and then to humans. |
