Your body works like a well-oiled machine. When there is even a slight change in the way it functions, there can be negative consequences. With a stroke, there is a change in the amount of blood available to the brain….
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October 28, 2013 Children's Health
Psychologists use various tests to understand how another person is functioning. Medical doctors, teachers and lawyers refer clients for psychological testing when they need an in-depth analysis regarding the individual’s functioning or clarification about a specific problem area. Psychology tests…
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October 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Seek Psychotherapy In the past, doctors believed that most cases of impotence had psychological causes. We now know that most cases of impotence, or erectile dysfunction (ED), have an underlying physiological cause. Psychological issues do, however, account for some…
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Crohn’s disease is one of the group of conditions called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in which parts of the digestive system become inflamed. Children with Crohn’s disease may be affected anywhere in the digestive system, from the mouth all the…
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Overview The irritating truth about allergies is that there is no cure, despite the billions of dollars of research invested in the topic. Allergic rhinitis, also known as “hay fever,” impinges on the health of at least 50 million Americans,…
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October 28, 2013 Mental Health
Bulimia, or bulimia nervosa, is a potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by cycles of binging and purging. Sufferers of the disease eat—often exorbitant amounts—then attempt to compensate for ingested food by vomiting, abusing laxatives or through over-exercise. People with bulimia…
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Overview The bones in the body primarily comprise bone marrow, osteoid cells and cartilage. In some adults, genetic mutations can develop in these osteoid cells, which cause them to grow abnormally quickly, leading to bone cancer. Bone cancer can also…
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October 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Endometriosis is a disorder of the female reproductive system where the endometrium (uterus lining) grows into other places such as the fallopian tubes, ovaries and tissue lining of the pelvis. Regardless of location, endometrium acts it is does in the…
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October 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
The human immune deficiency virus (HIV), the causative agent of the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) attacks specific components of the immune system of the body, making the body prone to certain opportunistic infections, cancers and other peculiar illnesses. The…
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October 28, 2013 Women's Health
1. Record Symptoms in a Diary Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a condition in which women experience severe symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It differs from PMS in that the symptoms can be debilitating and have serious effects on personal…
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Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a unique medicine that reduces pain and fever, but has no anti-inflammatory activity. Acetaminophen relieves mild to moderate pain such as muscle pain, headache or pain associated with minor injuries. It is useful for reducing fevers associated…
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Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world. The severity of the disease depends on its spread to other organs. According to Oncology Channel, most doctors use a form a clinical staging to describe the extent…
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1. Technology Can Improve Mobility Due to improvements in electronic technology, advanced wheelchairs can be customized to include features that meet the specific needs of the CP patient. You can order a joystick-operated wheelchair that comes with built-in communication technology,…
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The gallbladder is a small pouch located just underneath the liver on the upper right side of the abdomen that stores a digestive secretion called bile. Bile helps in the digestion of fats, but occasionally this substance can harden into…
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If you are living with arthritis in your hip you will need to include a regular exercise program as part of your treatment plan. Exercise will help to control your symptoms and in some cases can delay or prevent the…
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October 28, 2013 Mental Health
Many Americans have a cavalier attitude towards rest, provoking sleep difficulties which can lead to serious health risks. Sleeping pills help millions get their ZZZs by temporarily easing the passage into sleep and improving its quality. All sleeping medications have…
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October 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Allergies are the result of an abnormally sensitive immune system. Patients with allergies have an immune system that develops a strong reaction to normally harmless substances called allergens. One common symptom of an allergic reaction is skin itching. Although…
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The term dementia refers to a group of degenerative brain disorders characterized by an overall decline in cognitive function. Dementia typically affects the elderly and is caused by the destruction and loss of brain cells. The symptoms of dementia vary…
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Overview “Encephalitis” describes conditions in which the brain becomes irritated and inflamed. As the Mayo Clinic explains, one of the more common causes of encephalitis is an infection from a virus. These viruses can directly damage the brain, but the…
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1. Document Your Symptoms The simplest and most straightforward way to spot hormonal flux is to keep a record of your symptoms. Use a calendar or journal to note depression, insomnia, anxiety, loss of libido, headaches, appetite changes, cravings, bloating,…
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1. Invest for College Put your money to work for you before sending your child to college. You can invest the funds aggressively in the stock market and other riskier areas when your child is young. As your child gets…
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October 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Parents-to-be are generally offered the option of having one or more ultrasounds of their baby over the course of the pregnancy. An ultrasound, also called a sonogram, is typically performed in the hospital or doctor’s office during a routine…
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Chronically high hyperglycemia, or high glucose, is referred to as a condition known as diabetes mellitus (DM). Type 2 DM is the most common form of the disease that affects almost 10 percent of the U.S. population, according to the…
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The prostate is a walnut-size gland located next to the urethra in males. It produces fluid to transport sperm during ejaculation. As men age, it begins to enlarge and cause health problems. Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is the medical term…
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October 28, 2013 Children's Health
Gripe water, an update of a 19th century anti-malarial treatment, is commonly used by new mothers in Europe. Gaining increased popularity in the U.S., Gripe water is suggested for flatulence, teething and hiccups. Gripe water is also commonly used to…
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Hip internal rotation exercises are designed to strengthen the groin, or adductor muscles of the inner thigh. These muscles bring the legs together while the outer hip muscles, called abductors, pull the legs apart. Muscular strength and flexibility imbalances can…
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October 28, 2013 Senior Health
If you experience joint pain, it may be due to an injury or, possibly, an underlying illness. Symptoms of joint pain can cause mild to severe discomfort and may develop gradually if there is, in fact, any health-related condition present….
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The inability to move especially after a car accident or another form of trauma can be quite discomforting. Muscle stiffness and spasms may result. In some instances, diseases can also lead to these muscular problems. Fortunately, muscle relaxant drugs act…
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Overview Around 50 million people in the U.S. have allergies, estimates the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America. Allergies or hay fever ranks as the fifth leading chronic disease for adults and accounts for almost 4 million days of work…
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1. When Does an Enlarged Prostate Cause Problems? As you grow older, your prostate will naturally increase in size. The condition is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or a non-cancerous enlarged prostate. About half of all men are diagnosed with…
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