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[ 2008-05-06 ]
Don’t even think about taking more statin drugs to lower your cholesterol before you read this! by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Anemia is a blood disorder characterized by deficient red blood cells (RBCs) . Anemia can be caused by congenital disorders; blood loss; nutrient deficiencies; inadequate RBC production; and increased destruction or lysis of RBCs. In lysis or hemolysis, the term used for lysis of RBCs, the cell's outer membrane is ruptured. Hemolysis releases hemoglobin, the blood protein that carries oxygen to tissues, from RBCs, destroying them. Normally, RBCs survive for about 120 days and then begin to disintegrate. New RBCs are constantly produced in the bone marrow and replace the old, disintegrating cells. This cell lifespan or programmed cell death is known as apoptosis. Anemias associated with hemolysis are known as hemolytic anemias. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis can also cause inflammation of the tissue around the joints, as well as in other organs in the body. Autoimmune diseases are illnesses that occur when the body tissues are mistakenly attacked by its own immune system. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a drop in the number of red blood cells due to a problem with the body's defense (immune) system.
by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
The treatment for edema involves altering one or more of the physical factors that regulate fluid movement. For example, in edema (pulmonary or systemic) secondary to heart failure, diuretic drugs are given to reduce blood volume and venous pressure. In heart failure patients, improving cardiac output by using cardiostimulatory or vasodilators drugs reduces venous and capillary pressures, thereby decreasing filtration and promoting reabsorption of fluid within. If a patient suffers from ankle edema, that person will be instructed to keep their feet elevated whenever possible (to diminish the effects of gravity on capillary pressure), use tight fitting elastic hose (to increase tissue hydrostatic pressure), and possibly be prescribed a diuretic drug to enhance fluid removal by the kidneys. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Gout is a form of arthritis that's characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness and tenderness in joints. The cause of gout is a high blood level of uric acid (hyperuricemia), which can accumulate in joints and lead to inflammation. Uric acid is a waste product formed from the breakdown of purines — substances which are found naturally in your body as well as in certain foods.
by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
The use of the herb Indian aloe is a wellknown remedy in the indigenous system of medicine for any inflamed and painful part of the body. A piece of a leaf of this herb should be peeled on one side, warmed and then sprinkled with a little turmeric (haldi) and the extract of Indian barbery (rasaut), and then bandaged over the swelling. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gum tissue due to a build of plaque or tartar around the gumline and if treated can be reversed. If left untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis which is far more serious and is irreversible but can be stopped from progressing any further. If you think you may have gingivitis it is important you go to your dentist. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Meningitis is a rare disease, our brains have what is called a blood brain barrier that protects are brain for contamination by the blood. However, some infections can trick the barrier, which then decreases its ability to work properly. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Sinusitis is an acute or account upset made by the swelling of the nasal passages and rubor of the sinuses. The swollen nasal passages create a obstruction and the nasal discharges cannot be evicted; in clip infection looks. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-05 ]
Arthritis is a complex disorder that comprises more than 100 distinct conditions and can affect people at any stage of life. Two of the most common forms are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. These two forms have very different causes, risk factors, and effects on the body. The most common symptom in both is persistent joint pain. The joint pain of arthritis can appear as hip pain, knee pain, hand pain, or wrist pain, as well as joint pain in other areas of the body. by -- --
[ 2008-05-05 ]
The anti-aging benefits of ecotherapy -- exercising in a park or any green environment -- is so much more effective than exercising indoors that it should be a frontline treatment for stress and depression, researchers say. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-03 ]
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is spread by blood-to-blood contact. No vaccine against hepatitis C is available. The symptoms of infection can be medically managed, and a proportion of patients can be cleared of the virus by a long course of anti-viral medicines. Although early medical intervention is helpful, people with HCV infection often experience mild symptoms, and consequently do not seek treatment. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is spread by blood-to-blood contact. No vaccine against hepatitis C is available. The symptoms of infection can be medically managed, and a proportion of patients can be cleared of the virus by a long course of anti-viral medicines. Although early medical intervention is helpful, people with HCV infection often experience mild symptoms, and consequently do not seek treatment. An estimated 150-200 million people worldwide are infected with hepatitis C. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Botulism is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are three main kinds of botulism. Foodborne botulism is caused by eating foods that contain the botulism toxin. Wound botulism is caused by toxin produced from a wound infected with Clostridium botulinum. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a term that is used to cover many problems of the feline urinary tract, including stones and cystitis. The term feline urologic syndrome (FUS) is an older term which is still sometimes used for this condition. The condition can lead to plugged-penis syndrome also known as blocked cat syndrome. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
An autosomal recessive disorder caused by deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase featuring the pathological storage of glycosylceramide in mononuclear PHAGOCYTES (Gaucher Cells). The most common subtype is the non-neuronopathic form, a slowly progressive condition characterized by hepatosplenomegaly and skeletal deformities. The neuronopathic forms are divided into infantile and juvenile forms. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease caused by monkeypox virus. The disease was first identified in laboratory monkeys, giving it its name. The disease is most prevalent in Central and West Africa, but an outbreak occurred also in the United States in 2003 Monkeypox can be difficult to distinguish from mild smallpox and chickenpox by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Plague is a term applied to an infectious disease that spreads easily and, without antibiotics treatment, can be fatal. The plague has caused more fear and terror than perhaps any other infectious disease in history. It has killed nearly 200 million people and has produced monumental changes, such as marking the end of the Dark Ages and causing the advancement of clinical research in medicine. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Polio is a serious disease caused by a virus called the poliovirus. The full medical name for the disease is poliomyelitis. In its severest form, polio causes paralysis of the muscles of the legs, arms, and respiratory (breathing) system. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Q fever is an infectious disease that spreads from animals to humans. Q fever is caused by a microbe called "Coxiella burnetii." This microbe can survive for months and even years in dust or soil. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
What is retina?
The retina is the light-sensitive layer of tissue that lines the inside of the eye and sends visual messages through the optic nerve to the brain.
by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
The term trench fever refers to the crowded conditions in which troops fought in during World War I and World War II. Because the causative bacteria are passed among humans through contact with body lice, overcrowding, and conditions which interfere with good hygiene (including regular washing of clothing) soldiers were predispose to this disease. Currently, homeless people in the United States are sometimes diagnosed with this illness. The bacteria are sometimes passed through the bite of an infected tick. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Tularemia is a rare infectious disease that can attack the skin, eyes and lungs. Fewer than 200 cases of tularemia are reported annually in the United States — mainly in western and south-central states. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Yellow fever, which is also known as sylvatic fever and viral hemorrhagic fever or VHF, is a severe infectious disease caused by a type of virus called a flavivirus. This flavivirus can cause outbreaks of epidemic proportions throughout Africa and tropical America. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-03 ]
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, heart, lungs, blood, kidneys and brain. Normally the body's immune system makes proteins called antibodies, to protect the body against viruses, bacteria, and other foreign materials. These foreign materials are called antigens. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-02 ]
The ear consists of three parts: the external, middle, and interior ear. The external ear also consists of three parts—the auricle, the auditory canal, and the tympanic membrane. The auricle (pronounced OR-uh-kull) is the outermost part of the ear; the part you can see attached to the sides of your head. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-02 ]
Mastoiditis is an infection of the spaces within the mastoid bone. It is almost always associated with otitis media, an infection of the middle ear. In the most serious cases, the bone itself becomes infected. It may spread into small cavities in the bone, blocking their drainage. Very severe cases infect the whole middle ear cleft. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-02 ]
Sydenham's chorea is a neurologic movement disorder characterized by irregular, abrupt, relatively rapid involuntary movements (i.e., chorea) of muscles of the face, neck, trunk, and arms and legs (limbs). Additional findings often include diminished muscle tone (hypotonia), muscle weakness, and emotional and behavioral disturbances, particularly obsessive-compulsive behaviors. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Medication or no, your first response to angina should be to sit down and relax, says Dr. Ouyang. If you're having an arterial spasm, it will subside in a minute or two and release its grip on your artery. If clogged arteries are to blame, relief upon resting may suggest that whatever you were doing when the pain hit required more oxygen than your clogged arteries could deliver. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Aortic stenosis is abnormal narrowing of the aortic valve. A number of conditions cause disease resulting in narrowing of the aortic valve. When the degree of narrowing becomes significant enough to impede the flow of blood from the left ventricle to the arteries, heart problems develop by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Most autoimmune diseases occur in women, and most often during their childbearing years. Some of these diseases also affect African American, American Indian, and Latina women more than white women by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Bacterial vaginosis sometimes clears up without treatment in some who are fortunate enough. But, in others, treatment is required. Usually, antibiotics are effective for bacterial vaginosis cure. Two different antibiotics generally recommended are metronidazole or clindamycin (2). by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Bone spurs form naturally on the back of spine as a person ages and are a sign of degeneration in the spine. In this case the spurs are not the source of back pains, but instead are the common symptom of a deeper problem. However, bone spurs on the spine can impinge on nerves, which leave the spine for other parts of the body. This impingement can cause pain in both upper and lower limbs and a numbness or tingling sensations in the hands and feet due to the nerves supplying sensation to their dermatomes. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
When you're short of breath, it's hard or uncomfortable for you to take in the oxygen your body needs. You may feel as if you're not getting enough air. Sometimes mild breathing problems are from a stuffy nose or hard exercise. But shortness of breath can also be a sign of a serious disease. Many conditions can make you feel short of breath. Lung conditions such as asthma, emphysema or pneumonia cause breathing difficulties. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Epiglottitis is an acute life-threatening bacterial infection that results in swelling and inflammation of the epiglottis. (The epiglottis is an elastic cartilage structure at the root of the tongue that prevents food from entering the windpipe when swallowing.) This causes breathing problems, including stridor, that can progressively worsen which may, ultimately, lead to airway obstruction. There is so much swelling that air cannot get in or out of the lungs resulting in a medical emergency. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Don't worry- the white spots on your fingernails are most likely to be caused by a mild zinc deficiency which can be easily corrected by taking a dietary supplement. Zinc is relatively safe and non-toxic so sensible levels of supplementation should do you no harm. I would advise 20-40mg of elemental zinc a day (available from chemists as zinc sulphate). It it may take several weeks before any improvement is seen. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
They have also been known as liver spots, but this is totally incorrect. These spots that often appear on the back of the hands are caused by sunlight exposure or chronic bruising of the skin. There are lots of bleaches that can be purchased from cosmetic firms or you can make some of your own. Sorrel leaves that have been chopped, placed inside a gauze compress and applied for 10 minutes a day have been known to lighten the spots. Repeat every three days. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Glandular fever (or kissing disease) is the common term used to describe an acute viral infection called infectious mononucleosis. The virus that causes glandular fever is known as Epstein-Barr virus. Glandular fever mainly affects young adults. A chronic form of glandular fever is one of the suggested causes of chronic fatigue syndrome. by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Excessive sweating is a medical problem - this sometimes sound strange but the irony is that for the person who is suffering from it - it is a real problem and there seem less or no solution for this! The general view of people about this problem is that it generates odor which is not socially okay and should be avoided.
by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Ingestion of antioxidant vitamins and minerals from supplements has been shown to protect skin cells from free-radical damage induced by overexposure to ultraviolet light and various harmful environmental chemicals.
by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation of the sinuses and nasal passages. A sinus infection can cause a headache or pressure in the eyes, nose, cheek area, or on one side of the head. A person with a sinus infection may also have a cough, a fever, bad breath, and nasal congestion with thick nasal secretions. Sinusitis is categorized as acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long term, the most common type). by peter hutch
[ 2008-05-01 ]
The tonsils are fleshy clusters of tissue that lie in bands on both sides of the back of the throat, above and behind the tongue. The tonsils' major function is to catch incoming germs before the germs cause infections in the throat, mouth, or sinuses. Tonsils contain infection-fighting cells and antibodies that stop the spread of the germs further into the body. by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Itching is a tingling or uneasy irritation of the skin that makes you want to scratch the affected area. When itching is generalized and persistent, medical help may be needed to determine and treat the cause. Generalized itch, for obvious reasons, is more difficult to treat. Itches can also occur with or without skin lesions (e.g., bumps or blisters). by Corwin Brown
[ 2008-05-01 ]
Canker sores are small ulcers that can appear inside your mouth, on your gums, tongue, throat, or on the insides of your cheeks. When the ulcers burst, they leave behind a painful open sore or lesion. And, sometimes, people with canker sores will suffer from other symptoms, including fever, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. by Neelima Reddy
[ 2008-04-29 ]
These cures are strange but totally effective solutions to treat some of the most common ailments by peter hutch
[ 2008-04-29 ]
Raynaud's disease is a condition of the circulation that affects blood supply to the skin and causes the extremities of the body to lose feeling and become numb. The symptoms of Raynaud’s are most commonly associated with cold and stress and sufferers of this condition will find their toes and fingers feel very cold or even lose sensation in response to a stressful situation or exposure to cold. by peter hutch
[ 2008-04-29 ]
The word anaphylaxis was coined when scientists tried to protect dogs against a poison by immunizing them with small doses. Far from being protected, the dogs died suddenly when they got the poison again. The word used for protection by immunization is 'prophylaxis', so the scientists coined the word 'anaphylaxis' to mean the opposite of protection. What the scientists saw in the dogs helped them to understand that the same can happen in humans. by peter hutch
[ 2008-04-29 ]
Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. Once it starts, there is no effective medical therapy, so appendicitis is considered a medical emergency. When treated promptly, most patients recover without difficulty. If treatment is delayed, the appendix can burst, causing infection and even death. Appendicitis is the most common acute surgical emergency of the abdomen. Anyone can get appendicitis, but it occurs most often between the ages of 10 and 30. by peter hutch
[ 2008-04-29 ]
Arrhythmias are disorders of the regular rhythmic beating of the heart. They're common — about 2.2 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation (one type of rhythm problem). Arrhythmias can occur in a healthy heart and be of minimal consequence. They also may indicate a serious problem and lead to heart disease, stroke or sudden cardiac death. |
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