November 8, 2013 What Is Acne Rosacea?
Overview Acne rosacea, which is commonly referred to as rosacea, is a dermatological condition that affects approximately 14 million people in the United States, according to RosaceaNet. Because the symptoms of rosacea closely mimic acne, the condition is often misdiagnosed…
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November 8, 2013 What Are the Causes of Bladder Infection in Women?
Bladder infections, also known as urinary tract infections, are 10 times more common in women than in men, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Infections occur when bacteria enters the urinary tract and begins multiplying in the bladder….
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1. Evaluate the Risks Versus the Benefits of Medications While behavioral and communication therapies are the main treatments for autism spectrum disorders, there are some psychotropic medications that are used to treat certain symptoms of these disorders. These symptoms include…
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HIV is a viral infection of white blood cells, the cells that contribute to the immune system, by the human immunodeficiency virus. The virus enters the white blood cell by interacting with factors on the surface of the cell, duplicates…
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November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview A body wrap entails applying a mix of ingredients to the body, then wrapping in a towel or sheet to get warm and allow the wrap ingredients to soak into the skin. This can tighten skin, improve circulation and…
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Because aluminum bats are used in Little League, high school and college, many players are unaware of the choices they have if they decide to switch to wood. Major League Baseball players use wooden bats of the highest quality, including…
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Overview Absence seizures, also called petit mal seizures, last less than 15 seconds and are the result of abnormal electrical activity occurring in the brain. These types of seizures are common in children, and start between ages 4 and 12,…
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Substance abuse is a condition where physical dependence on a substance is present and the illness affects the relationships of the people around the abuser, according to “Fundamentals of Mental Health Nursing” by Kathy Neeb. In 2008, the U.S. Department…
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November 8, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Flomax, or tamsulosin, is a prescription medication that is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which basically means an enlarged prostate. The prostate, a reproductive gland next to the urethra, begins to enlarge and cause health problems as men…
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November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Saunas, it seems, have been around in some form or another for at least 2,000 years, though the first wooden saunas did not come about until sometime between the fifth and eighth centuries. Taken from the Finish word for smoke,…
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Breast tissue consists of fat and connective tissue, blood vessels and lymph nodes. The breast has a branched morphology made up of specialized cell types. The lobules consist of highly arranged rings of cells, which make and secrete milk, which…
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November 8, 2013 What are Signs of a Heart Attack in Females?
The American Heart Association estimates that over 500,000 women suffer a new or recurring heart attack each year. Women can experience different heart attack symptoms than men and may feel milder, less noticeable signs of heart trouble. Women’s heart attack…
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November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Cocoa butter is derived from the cacao bean and is widely used around the world. The creamy fat that makes up cocoa butter is used in a variety of health and beauty products. Cocoa butter is all natural and is…
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1. Take Prostate Enlargement Medication For controlling symptoms of an enlarged prostate, two classes of medication exist. The first is alpha blockers, which function by causing the muscles around the neck of the bladder to relax, easing urination. The three…
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November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
No one likes to have flabby arms, and plenty of exercises will help you tone your arms or build muscle. With an active lifestyle and a healthy nutrition plan, you can work your arms into shape with push-ups, triceps dips,…
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1. Standard Sweat Test You can have a doctor test your newborn to determine the concentration of sodium and chloride in your baby’s sweat. This is the most commonly used screening procedure, and your doctor may recommend waiting until your…
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November 8, 2013 How to Get a Baby to Sleep in a Bed
Overview Most babies sleep in cribs when they are young, yet as they get older and bigger, it becomes time to move to something new: real beds. According to BabyCenter.com, no set age is the established time to move a…
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The triceps muscle is on the back of each arm, and it contains lateral, medial and long heads. Toning the triceps creates muscular definition in the arms and contributes to overall arm strength. Strong, toned triceps improve swinging, bouncing and…
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November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Stretch marks is a condition that is most often associated with pregnant women and obese people. Stretch marks, or striae, start out as red lines that run parallel to one another and have a slightly different texture than surrounding skin,…
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Those who want a firm butt should know that there are plenty of ways to build the glute muscles without any gym equipment. Many butt exercises use only bodyweight resistance, and can be performed from the comfort of the home….
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November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Pores are small openings on your skin that contain hair follicles and oil glands. Pores can sometimes become clogged with oil or dead skin, resulting in acne and blackheads. To keep your skin looking and feeling healthy, it is…
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November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight, theoretically, is simple: you simply take in fewer calories than you expend. Well, sometimes it’s difficult to know how many calories you’re expending, and whether or not you’ve burned more calories than you’ve consumed. Learning to take advantage…
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November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Adjust Fluid Intake If you suffer from mild hyponatremia, a condition in which the blood contains abnormally low sodium levels, relief can be as simple as adjusting your fluid intake since the sodium levels in your body are overdiluted….
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November 8, 2013 Drugs That Are Commonly Used to Treat Anxiety
According to the Epidemiology of Mental Illness Mental Health Report released by the Surgeon General in 1999, approximately 20 percent of the U.S. population is afflicted with a mental health disorder. Anxiety disorders outnumbered depressive disorders in all separate and…
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Temperatures in a dry heat sauna can get as high as 185 degrees Fahrenheit and cause body temperatures to increase to as high as 104 degrees, report doctors at the Harvard Medical School. The effects of a dry sauna on…
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November 8, 2013 LIVESTRONG.COM Health: Five Main Causes of Spinal Injury
The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center estimates that approximately 12,000 people in the United States sustain a spinal cord injury each year. Of those, 81 percent are men and 19 percent are women. The average age at which injury…
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November 8, 2013 Exercises to Slim Down the Legs
Long, lean legs are desired by many, yet can be difficult to obtain if a person is not genetically predisposed to possess them. The thigh muscles are made up of a number of muscles that rest around many areas of…
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The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America defines allergy as an overreaction of the immune system to a foreign substance. They estimate that one in five Americans have an allergy, and it is the third most common health problem in…
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Because many Little League, college and casual baseball players use aluminum bats, many people are unaware of the choices they have if they decide to switch over to wood. There are numerous types of wood bats, most of which are…
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1. Lifestyle Changes Treating acid reflux begins by making certain changes in your lifestyle. These changes address some risk factors and limit the symptoms. Losing weight should be your first goal if this is an issue. Avoid smoking and alcohol…
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