Diseases & Health Conditions

Headaches come in different forms, and the most severe are migraines. According to The Mayo Clinic, migraines are chronic headaches of considerable pain lasting for a few hours to several days. Migraines affect individuals of different age groups with women…
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ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) lists specific symptoms that must be present to diagnose ADHD. Approximately half of these symptoms relate to inattention, while the rest relate to hyperactivity…
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Overview Migraine sufferers may find a friend in the feverfew, a natural alternative to conventional medications. Derived from the Latin word “febrifugia,” or “fever reducer,” this perky, daisy-like plant has been used to control migraines in the United Kingdom since…
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The flu vaccine is recommended for protection against the seasonal influenza virus. The influenza virus is easily spread through person-to-person contact. The influenza shot is recommended during flu season, which begins in September and lasts until spring. Certain people are…
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The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) reports that allergy symptoms affect an estimated 40 to 50 million U.S. residents each year. Some substances such as pollen and dust can cause an exaggerated response in extremely sensitive individuals,…
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Duodenal ulcers are part of a group of conditions collectively known as peptic ulcer disease. They are diseased, damaged areas–also known as lesions–located in the beginning of the small intestine, which is called the duodenum. According to Dr. Andrew Soll,…
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An estimated 24.8 million men and 21.1 million women are smokers, putting them at risk for heart disease, emphysema, lung cancer and numerous other disorders and diseases, according to the American Heart Association. Quitting smoking can be a difficult process…
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Bronchitis refers to a medical condition in which the lungs become inflamed. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, some signs of bronchitis include a fever, fatigue, wheezing, yellow or green phlegm and a sore throat. Sometimes, bronchitis leads…
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Fenofibric acid (Fibricor) is used together with proper diet to lower triglyceride (fat-like substances) levels and cholesterol levels in the blood, as well as raise the amount of good cholesterol (HDL cholesterol) in the blood, as reported by Drugs.com. This…
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Attention deficit disorder (ADD), also commonly called attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is a neurological disorder with an unknown specific cause. The symptoms of ADD are behavioral including inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity which make it difficult to diagnose the disorder….
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According to Loveyourbaby.com, approximately 1 percent of any medication ingested by a mother enters her milk supply, so the risks and benefits should be weighed for both the mother and the nursing baby Fortunately, many cold medications are safe for…
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Overview The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that nearly $500 billion are spent each year on abuse or addiction to alcohol and nicotine as well as illegal substances. Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant that impairs and ultimately…
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Diseases that affect the cardiovascular system triggered one in three deaths in 2006 in the United States. Combined, the more than 831,000 deaths attributed to cardiovascular disease made it the leading cause of death, ahead of 560,000 deaths due to…
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During an asthma attack, the airways become inflamed, constricted and start to swell. Breathing becomes difficult and coughing may occur. Asthma attacks are triggered by a variety of factors. Triggers that cause an asthma attack in one individual may not…
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Excessive perspiration can be disabling, causing embarrassment, discomfort and depression, according to the International Hyperhidrosis Society. While there may be some genetic factors involved, hyperhidrosis can be a symptom of another underlying condition. The International Hyperhidrosis Society recommends consulting a…
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Attention deficit disorder, or ADD, also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurological disorder that affects 3 to 9 percent of all school-aged children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although most exhibit…
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HIV infection is the infection of white blood cells caused by the human immunodeficiency virus. The virus enters certain types of white blood cells and essentially hijacks the cells’ machinery to make more copies of the virus, before killing the…
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COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a lung disease characterized by chronic obstruction of lung airflow. Dilating the airways with inhaled or oral medications helps to improve symptoms and improve overall oxygenation. The main treatments include inhaled short- and…
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Alcoholism takes a heavy toll on alcoholics as the drinking continues over the years. Drinking can start out as a pleasant experience, but problem drinkers find that their lives crumble if they cannot stop drinking. Over time, excessive drinking causes…
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The American Heart Association reports coronary heart disease, high blood pressure and heart failure are common heart diseases in the United States. Proper management of cholesterol and blood pressure is important in preventing common heart problems. Living a healthy lifestyle…
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Overview Coughing is a symptom associated with several medical conditions, including asthma, sinus infection, colds and bronchitis. According to the Doctors Book of Home Remedies II featured on the Mother Nature website, cough syrups should be avoided since they can…
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Overview Preventing cancer is of the utmost importance, given that 1 out of every 2 men and 1 out of every 3 women will get cancer in his or her lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. These statistics can…
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects 7 percent of 3- to 17-year-old children in the U.S., according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Symptoms of ADHD include non-stop talking, difficulty organizing projects, not completing tasks, becoming easily bored, constant…
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Overview Mammals and birds harbor flu viruses; avian strains typically are passed from aquatic birds or ducks to chickens or pigs, which are intermediate hosts. People then pass human influenza to these hosts, where the viruses combine to produce a…
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Urinary tract infections, more commonly referred to as bladder infections, affect both men and women, although women contract them more often, according to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse. Holistic treatment offer natural alternatives to expensive medications containing…
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Infection of the breast, a condition called mastitis, can occur when microbes enter cracks in the skin and colonize within a milk duct, usually but not always at a time in life when the mother is nursing. Mastitis can be…
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Approximately 2 percent to 3 percent of babies are allergic to the protein in milk. The allergy can manifest as mild discomfort–nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, rashes, and irritability–or, rarely, serious reactions like anaphylaxis. It is not clear what causes milk allergy,…
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Fosamax, alendronate sodium, is a prescription medication used for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and in men with diminished bone mass. Osteoporosis is a thinning and deterioration of the bones. Using Fosamax can lead to an improvement in…
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Lupron, known by the generic name leuprolide, is an analog of gonadotropin-releasing hormone, or GnRH. This synthetic hormone increases the secretion of other horomones in the body. Lupron is prescribed to men, women and children to treat prostate cancer, endometriosis,…
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Overview Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. According to the Lymphoma Research Foundation, around 70 percent of people diagnosed with lymphoma are 50 years old or older. Men are more likely than women to develop…
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