Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland. Acute bacterial prostatitis, chronic bacterial prostatitis and chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome are the three forms of symptomatic prostate inflammation. The National Center for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases estimates 14…
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Overview Slimming down in the tummy can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Unfortunately, spot reduction of body fat does not work well, and the body saves abdominal fat. Lowering your body fat percentage is the best way to slim…
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Influenza type B is one of the two virus types that cause seasonal influenza. It belongs to the virus family Orthomyxoviridae along with influenza type A, the other cause of seasonal flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states…
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October 24, 2013 Senior Health
1. Look for a Certified Caregiver A certified caregiver will know how to deal with medications, recognize signs of a health-related emergency and monitor vital signs. A certified elderly caregiver is also experienced in more personal issues, such as knowing…
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1. Focus on the Family When a child is diagnosed with autism, families often go into crisis mode and focus all of their attention and resources on that child. The singular goal often becomes getting treatment for that child at…
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October 24, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Dry, brittle hair can look dull and flat, and is more prone to breakage than hair that is amply moisturized. Dry hair can be the result of sun exposure, too many drying hair products, certain hairstyles that pull on the…
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Overview Slimming down the belly proves difficult for some people. Certain areas of the body store fat willingly and hang on to it as a survival tactic against starvation. You must decrease your calories and increase your physical activity, but…
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Overview The knees work to support and absorb physical shock from the rest of the body. The bones in the knee joint are protected and cushioned by cartilage and a special fluid called synovial fluid. The cartilage can wear down,…
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A lean, tight abdomen not only makes you look hotter but also increases your balance, posture and functional strength. Training your abs is a main component of core stabilization training. Although ab exercises like crunches and sit-ups for your rectus…
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If you work a desk job, you know that you spend countless hours hunched over a keyboard with little activity throughout the day. You can exercise and stretch at your desk to maintain your health and flexibility and to increase…
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Low white blood cell numbers, a condition known as neutropenia, results from a number of conditions such as infection, anemia and certain cancers. Neutropenia is often a side effect of cancer chemotherapy and radiation treatments that are toxic to the…
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October 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Losing weight comes neither easily nor quickly for most people. Yet it is so very important for millions of Americans who are at higher risk of diabetes, heart problems and strokes because of excess weight. High-intensity interval training (HIT),…
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Overview When learning a new sport, it is important to mimic game conditions as closely as possible. For pitchers, using a pitching mound can help the athlete learn how to develop speed and accuracy. This easy project can be done…
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October 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Shopping for cereal can be confusing because of the many different options available. A healthy cereal should provide you with a bowl full of good nutrition: low calories, high fiber, high protein and packed with vitamins and minerals to give…
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Overview No matter if you are trying to be the next Yogi Berra or are simply a weekend warrior, choosing a catcher’s mitt is an important process. Sizing catcher’s mitts vary substantially from other types of mitts, so it is…
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An infant who is choking will quickly become unconscious if you do not remove the foreign object from her airway. While the infant is conscious, a rescuer can provide a series of back blows and chest compressions to the infant…
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Overview You probably have everything you need to make a spa scrub right in your kitchen. You need the scrub ingredient, which can be sugar or sea salt, and you need a skin cleansing agent and nourishing agent. The Grand…
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1. Consider Your Oral History While the goal in whitening teeth is a better appearance, health should not be compromised to achieve it. For some people, teeth bleaching is too harsh. If you are allergic to hydrogen peroxide or have…
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The prostate is a gland of the male reproductive system, about the size of a walnut, and is located in front of the rectum and below the bladder. There are a few different disorders of the prostate that are clinically…
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Dry skin has a fancy medical name–xerosis–but in most cases, is nothing to worry about. Skin cells that do not contain enough moisture can shrivel and lead to itching, scaling and wrinkling. Dry skin is most prevalent in the cooler…
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October 23, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Depo-Provera (depot medroxyprogesterone acetate) is an injectable prescription hormone used to prevent pregnancy in women. This medication mimics the action of the naturally-occurring hormone progesterone and acts by preventing the release of eggs from the ovaries. Discuss the disadvantages of…
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Overview Ofloxacin, or Floxin, is a prescription medication used to treat bacterial infections in the body. According to Drugs.com, an online drug reference, ofloxacin belongs to a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. Ofloxacin fights bacterial infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia,…
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October 23, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. Address Safety First Before using a handheld or portable muscle stimulator, check with your doctor to make sure it’s an appropriate device for you. Pre-existing health conditions, such as having a pacemaker or history of heart problems, may prohibit…
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Prilosec OTC, also known as omeprazole generically, is an anti-ulcer medication belonging to the class of drugs called proton-pump inhibitors. The drug is indicated for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and to help heal inflammation of the esophagus. If you get…
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1. Take an Anti-Inflammatory Medication The first step in treating joint pain in the hands is to take an anti-inflammatory pain-relieving medication. Ibuprofen is one such medication, and it’s readily available over the counter in most supermarkets and drug stores….
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Hair is made up of what is essentially a dead protein called keratin, notes the American Hair Loss Association. That means when it becomes damaged, it has no way of healing itself. Dry hair is more easily damaged than healthy…
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October 23, 2013 Women's Health
Xanax (generic name, alprazolam) is a commonly prescribed anti-anxiety drug. As a benzodiazepine, Xanax works by “depressing”, or inhibiting, the nervous system. It may also be used to combat depression-related anxiety, as well as panic disorder. Because of the potential…
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A pull-up is an upper-body exercise in which your body is suspended and you pull your body weight up, working the biceps, shoulders, abdominals and lateral muscles. There are numerous variations on this exercise, all of which focus on different…
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Overview Roller hockey is a popular recreational activity for many children and adults. While the rules are similar to traditional hockey, this form of the game is played outdoors on the pavement with a ball instead of a hockey puck….
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In the human eye, the macula is a part of the retina and is responsible for sharpening and refining visual images perceived by the eye. Macular degeneration, which is also called age-related macular degeneration, is an eye condition that occurs…
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