Senior Health

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is a type of arthritis that causes persistent joint pain, swelling and stiffness in children under the age of 16, according to the Mayo Clinic. In addition, there are several types of JRA, depending on the…
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the joints. It often presents with flu-like symptoms and gradually progresses to more severe pain and disability. While medications like ibuprofen and celecoxib (Celebrex) are effective for…
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Overview Practicing relaxation techniques such as focused breathing is a great way to become grounded and centered. Breathing techniques involve removing attention from turmoil in the mind, focusing on the breath and bringing awareness into the body. A greater sense…
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Dry mouth is a condition in the medical community that is known as “xerostomia.” This condition is characterized by decreased salivation in the mouth which results in a dry tongue, cheeks and gums. While this condition is often a side…
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The pressure of the blood against the artery walls is called blood pressure. It is a combination of the force created when blood is pumped into the arteries by the heart and the resistant force of the arteries against this…
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Parkinson’s disease, or PD, tends to be diagnosed in those over age 60. It can be a challenging disease to diagnose, because in the early stages, the symptoms may be very general and subtle. PD tends to be diagnosed later…
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Normally, the heart takes it easy during sleep, as blood pressure and heart rate drop to low and relaxed levels. However, having a heart attack during sleep is possible. In most cases, the sleeper wakes up due to pain. Contact…
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Parkinson’s disease is a chronically progressive movement disorder. The four hallmark characteristics of Parkinson’s disease are slow movement, muscular rigidity, tremors and impaired balance. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke reports more than 500,000 Americans are living with…
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Like the body, the brain can become out of shape and lethargic; you can lose memory function through inactivity. Many have used the term “use it or lose it” to describe brain function; research appears to support that notion. It…
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Overview Good skin care regimens aim to reduce and retard the effects of natural and photoaging by maintaining healthy skin. Dermatologists who understand the science of aging and the nutrient needs of human skin recommend daily cleansing and protective measures….
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which your own antibodies produced by your immune systems attacks your joints. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, this causes inflammation and pain in your joints, most often in your…
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that commonly affects the small joints in your hands and feet, according to the Mayo Clinic. Specifically, your immune system attacks the lining of your joints and causes pain, inflammation and eventually,…
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of the many types of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and deformity in your joints. According to Medline Plus, RA is an autoimmune disease in which arthritis results from your immune system attacking your…
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