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- Radiation and Chemotherapy Side Effects - by Submitted on May 02, 2009 from Raphaelo SteffFormation of cancer cells results from mutation of normal cells that escape the normal restraint on cell division. That is, those cells function differently of other cells in a tissue. This anomie causes the development of cancer cells, which gradually multiply and possibly affect other normal ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Many Lawsuits being filed against Wellbutrin as it is linked to Heart birth defects - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Jack TaylorNumber of lawsuits against Wellbutrin is increasing day by day as a study revealed that it might cause heart birth defects if consumed by pregnant women. Side effects of Wellbutrin on pregnant women were reviewed by U.S. researchers, including scientists at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control ...
Views: 1339 - Various Purposes for Using a Gas Mask - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from kathrine hedleyBasically, gas masks are intended to protect the mouth and nose area of a person from a wide range of hazardous fumes and particles. Also known as face fitted PPEs or Personal Protective Equipment, they are used for various reasons and situations. To suit its various purposes, these gas masks ...
Views: 1339 - Gaming - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Jack TaylorIndulgence in games such as Internet games or video games could lead to gaming addiction. This is one of the most common addictions found in younger age groups especially teens. Gaming addiction can become a big obstacle in the healthy development of a child or a teen. There are different ...
Views: 1338 - Guaranteed Ways To Strengthen Vaginal Wall Muscles That Allow For More Intense Orgasm: Tighten Your Vigina Muscles - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2017 from Banks Robert"My vagina has become so loose that during sex a penis cannot fill it. For this reason, I feel discomfort in having sex. Tell me what can I do?" This is an embarrassing issue for many women who have the same concerns, particularly after having several children. A vagina usually loosens ...
Views: 1338 - Vertical Platform Lifts for Your Wheelchair - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Brad BrubakerIt is a sad reality that people do not appreciate what they have, and only realize its worth when they lost it. The same goes with our mobility and independence. We, able bodied individuals, perform our daily activities without having to struggle or exert too much effort. Lucky for us, I guess. ...
Views: 1338 - Best Hospitals In Delhi- Neurological Rehabilitation India, Low Cost Neurological Rehabilitation - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from jetbin fernadisNeurological Rehabilitation India Neurorehabilitation in India The Neurorehabilitation unit is an interdisciplinary team approach to rehabilitation, enhancing our comprehensive treatment philosophy. Each patient is evaluated and an individual treatment plan developed which focuses the team ...
Views: 1337 - How Massage Therapy can Improve your Health and Wellness - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2015 from Lizzie WeakleyFor centuries, various civilizations throughout the world have reaped the benefits of massage therapy. It can have a positive influence on a person’s overall quality of life. Here are some of the ways that massage therapy can improve your health and wellness. Stress Reduction Virtually ...
Views: 1337 - Recognizing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for Early Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Wendy LauA disorder that affects the wrists and hands, carpal tunnel syndrome is often thought of as just a simple cramp that will go away when the hands are properly rested. Because of lack of information, most of us would ignore the signs and symptoms of this disorder, only seeking treatment when it is ...
Views: 1337 - Assessing Rapid Mycoplasma Detection - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2011 from Muhammad J. SadiqMycoplasmas, distinguishable by their lack of cell wall, pose a threat to biopharmaceuticals such as vaccines and biologics. Mycoplasma contamination remains to be a significant problem for basic investigations as well as for manufacturing of biologics. Their contaminations represent a serious ...
Views: 1336 - Main Causes Of Traumatic Brain Injuries And Why TBI Outcomes Are Different For Every Patient - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Leon EdwardIn the United States, the most common causes of TBI include falls (35.2%), motorcycle and car accidents, automobile accidents involving pedestrians (17.3%) and assaults (10%) with or without a weapon. Athletics and sports also cause a lot of TBI. In the U.S., combat head injuries are also ...
Views: 1336 - My Medically Necessitated Transition out of Dentistry - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Howard ShareffIt was a stretch of the imagination to anticipate what could possibly have caused me to stop practicing dentistry. I entered my career with the sense that my body and mind were able to manage the strains and pressures of clinical practice. Essentially most dental students are near their physical ...
Views: 1336 - Health Care For Senior Citizens – The Medicare Advantage Plan - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2016 from Sagar MandanSenior citizens face the important decision of choosing a healthcare insurance plan as they advance in years. Many are concerned about life after retirement and the increasing costs of healthcare and health maintenance. They are often unsure which plan best suits their needs at the lowest ...
Views: 1335 - *** Know Your Medications - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Dr. Ann HesterThe pharmaceutical industry has come a tremendous way in researching and developing an endless armamentarium of medications that can do everything from easing the symptoms of the common cold to decreasing the risk of developing a potentially fatal cancer. Nevertheless, even the scientists who ...
Views: 1334(1 vote) - Emergency Care? Urgent Care? What's The Difference? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2020 from Anthony CerulloThankfully, most of us don’t have to think about our medical care ALL the time. And we certainly don’t need to have those “get-help-right-away” situations on the top of our minds ALL the time. But accidents happen… You get sick sometimes… And the truth is, we’re not at our best ALL ...
Views: 1334 - 8 Lesser Known Things That Might Cause Lung Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2018 from Gaurav GautamWhile smoking is one of the leading causes of lung cancer, it is certainly not the only thing that increases a person’s risk of developing this deadly disease, according to a leading lung cancer specialist in Patna, working at a top cancer hospital in Patna. The specialist, and other oncological ...
Views: 1333 - The Top 3 Ways to Straighten Your Teeth - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Dave JenkinsSo everyone wants straight teeth. Who doesn't? But most people - and I don't blame them - don't want to spend 2-3 years in full metal braces as an adult! So what options are there to straighten your teeth? Let's go over them: 1. Veneers - If you absolutely want the fastest way to straight ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - What is Microtia? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Rammoon CarrasielWhat is Microtia? Microtia is when a person is born with an ear that is deformed. This particular deformity is most common in infants who are male. Some cases may be worse than others. It also happens most of the time to the right ear. Parents will have a hard time when finding out that their ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - Bleeding Gums and Periodontal Disease....Are They Linked? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneThe presence of bleeding gums usually when brushing or flossing is usually a sign that you have some form of periodontal disease but it can also mean a greater risk is present. Persistent gingival bleeding can be due to something far more serious. This type of bleeding has been linked to ...
Views: 1331(1 vote) - Craniosynostosis - Symptoms and Causes - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from HPC SurgeryCraniosynostosis is a birth defect and in this condition, the sutures on the head of the baby close earlier than normal. Normally, the sutures close when the child is two or three years of age. If the sutures close early, the shape of the baby’s head would be abnormal. The causes of ...
Views: 1331 - Keeping Warm in Emergency Situations - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Cade LennoxYou may have your food storage taken care of, your seventy-two hour kit packed and ready to go, and your evacuation plan memorized like the back of your hand. However, there are many factors that you may have not considered in times of emergency, things that you may have forgotten to prepare ...
Views: 1331 - Allergies Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Prince CharmAllergy Causes: Our immune system contains two types of lymphocytes (B-cells and T-cells) that protect our body from any external attack. On recognition of a foreign substance, B-cell converts itself into a plasma cell and starts producing antibodies to destroy the foreign particles/substances. ...
Views: 1330(1 vote) - Diabetes and Your Eyes - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Paula CarnogoyAlthough the specific cause of diabetes remains a mystery, we do know that today more than 20 million adults and children in the United States live with this disease. With diabetes, the body is not capable of producing any or enough insulin, which is a hormone that converts sugar, starches, and ...
Views: 1329 - Merits and demerits of sleeping pills - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Aku MawariA sleeping pill as the term specifies its meaning that is a pill that causes the mode of unconsciousness and makes the person for sleeping disorders. The sleeping has some hypnotic ingredients in it that helps to create a tranquilizer effect in human body and mind. The function of sleeping ...
Views: 1328 - Two Different Classifications of Brain Aneurysm Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Danica SusanBrain aneurysm symptoms, just like with all other symptoms from other diseases and conditions, vary from person to person. It could be possible that this certain person may exhibit multiple symptoms, while another person will only manifest one or two. Basing on the symptoms also will also not ...
Views: 1328 - *** Know Your Headache - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Dr. Ann HesterHeadaches are one of the most common causes that people see a physician. This common symptom can be the result of something as innocuous as stress or something as immediately life-threatening as a ruptured aneurysm. Knowing how to tell your story to your physician can go a tremendous way in ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - Hair Loss: Causes and Effective Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2018 from Radium Medical AestheticsA head of distinctively thick, black hair symbolises strength and virility. In ancient Greece, men with long hair are often associated with wealth and power, while a shaven head was worn by slaves. Even in today's context, losing your hair at any age can be distressing. Many people assume ...
Views: 1327 - Surprising Effects on Your Body When You Start Detoxification - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2017 from Harshad JethraYou might be surprised to realize that the body undergoes a series of reaction whenever one chooses to go for a detoxification process, and the effects are more prominent in the initial days as one chooses to make a start. This is because when one goes for a detox cleanse, the build of toxins ...
Views: 1327 - Xerostomia "Dry Mouth" Can Be A Serious Problem - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Kirk KimmerlingEveryone experiences a dry mouth once in a while says Marietta dentist. It can happen if you are under stress or upset. It is the uncomfortable feeling of needing more saliva in your mouth. Saliva is important for the overall health of the mouth. It aids in chewing, digestion, and contains ...
Views: 1326(1 vote) - Your Best Healthcare Advocate: Part 2 - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisYou gathered new information. You have questions about a many different issues. Now you want answers. Where do you find the answers to your questions? What resources do you have to get the answers about your health in particular? Your doctor is your first thought, but you have only one ...
Views: 1326 - Vitamin D is Needed to Fight and Prevent the Flu - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Byron RichardsThis past year everyone saw with their own two eyes that our government’s public health officials had no problem using fear to influence Americans to be guinea pigs for an experimental H1N1 vaccine. It was equally obvious that the government cried wolf and has egg on its face, as their ...
Views: 1325(6 votes) - Alzheimer’s disease, dementia risk lower in seniors who exercise which protects brain’s gray matter - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAlzheimer’s disease and dementia risk are lower in seniors who exercise as physical activity has been shown to protect brain’s gray matter. A new study found that seniors who exercise regularly have larger amounts of gray matter associated with better memory and cognition. Numerous studies ...
Views: 1323 - Neurology EMR Software - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from James A HenryEven the most tech savvy physicians can have a hard time choosing the right EMR solution. For neurologists, an EMR/EHR that fits their current workflows can easily help them plan out how the Neurology EMR software will be implemented into their practice. For example, doctors who work in ...
Views: 1323 - What You Need To Know About Signs Of Miscarriage - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Andy YangAll pregnant women should know about the signs of miscarriage if they want to have a healthy and successful delivery. Miscarriage is the spontaneous termination of a pregnancy that typically happens with in the 1st-2nd trimester of pregnancy whereby the embryo can't survive by itself and this ...
Views: 1323 - Head Injury: A Practical Guide: You are an Expert Already… - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2015 from craig lock ("incorrigible encourager and people-builder")HEAD INJURY: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY... from https://headbraininjury.wordpress.com/2013/12/31/head-injury-a-practical-guide-you-are-an-expert-already/ Part of the text is reproduced by kind permission of Trevor Powell from his book Head Injury: A Practical Guide. The cognitive ...
Views: 1322 - Growing Medical Marijuana - Indoor vs Outdoor - by Growing marijuana can be an exciting experience, with so many options on how to grow, it’s hard to decide where to even start. Hydro, dirt, organic, nutrients, it’s easy to get lost in options. First of all, you must decide where you want to grow, and I don’t mean address wise, I mean just as ...
Views: 1321 - Health vs. the Health Care Crisis - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Camille LeonWe’ve all heard a great deal about the health care crisis over the past few years. However, no one seems to be talking about the real cause – our poor health and the lifestyle choices that force us into emergency rooms so that they are overwhelmed. According to the National Center for Health ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - Supplement Insurance: Is it really necessary? Dangerous? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeThere are those who believe everyone should take a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement and perhaps some fish oils or omega-3 fatty acids too. Others believe you can get all the nutrients you need from your diet. And still others believe no supplements of any kind are warranted for any ...
Views: 1320 - The Novel H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from James GeigerThe Novel H1N1 Swine Flu vaccination. Will you get it? Curious me took a poll of my 500 plus friends on Facebook and 1600 plus followers on Twitter. The Poll asked…The Swine Flu vaccination. Will you get it? Preliminary Results of my poll. 75% said they will definitely not get ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - Three Big Reasons to Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Winifred BraggPatients often ask me, “Why should I exercise?” Simply put, there are numerous benefits to exercise; however, I will discuss three major reasons to exercise on a regular basis. These benefits can be divided into three major categories I call PMP: (1) Physiological (2) Musculoskeletal and (3) ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - Tinnitus and Treatment: 4 Great Natural Remedy Suggestions - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Jonathan EdwardsIf your doctor has informed you that you are suffering from tinnitus and treatment is impossible, then there is still no reason for you to give in. It may be hard to believe but there are people who are suffering from tinnitus who never stop looking for a treatment for their condition. You ...
Views: 1319 - Asthma treatments to prevent sudden attacks - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Ian CasparIf the frequency of your common asthma symptoms such as wheezing and shortness of breath are increasing, you are at an increased risk of getting affected with a serious asthma attack. Having complete knowledge about the early symptoms of an asthma attack can help you to manage it efficiently. It ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - For the Love of our Children - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Rose-Anne TurunenWe are the voice of our children and we need to take personal responsibility to find all potential solutions for their best health and well-being. When we embark on this wonderful journey of parenthood, there are so many questions and unknowns — when our children get born with special needs, ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - Why is Medical Treatment in India a Favorable Option? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Atul SharmaThe present day fast-paced and stressful lifestyle of individuals is taking a toll with more people being affected by various illnesses. Today there are more patients with a heart or kidney ailment than there were a decade ago. While the patient list is fast growing, the number of hospitals is ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Chelation therapy: Confused by claims of benefits? Oral chelation is not created equal! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Conrad MaulfairAlthough oral chelation is promoted as “safe, fast and cost effective” by its manufacturers, it cannot produce the results of intravenous treatments given under the supervision of trained doctors who carefully monitor your progress with sophisticated diagnostics. And you may not want to guess ...
Views: 1310 - Lactose Intolerance- Turn Your Love/Hate Relationship with Dairy into Pure Love - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Mark RosenbergMilk and dairy products are often touted as some of nature’s perfect foods. They’re full of calcium, great for bone and teeth health, protein for muscle strength, B vitamins for energy, and fortified with Vitamin D for healthy bones and immune system. But many of my patients, and about 50 ...
Views: 1310 - Battling Lung Cancer: Treatment Options - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Aris MorenoLung cancer is one of the most prevalent cancer types in the world today. Current estimates from the American Cancer Society reveal that there will be about 221,200 new cases of lung cancer in 2015. More so, lung cancer cause 27% of cancer-related deaths, and it has a higher mortality rate that ...
Views: 1307 - Breathe Better And Get Rid Off Asthma With The Aid Of Singulair - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Dr.Jessica WillamsLung infections all over the world are increasing at a sky rocketing speed and needs to be tamed or controlled as early as possible. The reason behind such high rates is due to the environmental and atmospheric pollution all over the world. As studies suggests, if pollution levels kept on ...
Views: 1307 - How to Take Allergy Medicine to Stay Sneeze Free Throughout the Day - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from steve gottDo you suffer from allergies and have frequent flare ups? Do you often find yourself reaching into your medicine chest to pull out yet another of the numerous medicines that just don't seem to help? When this happens the medicines are usually deemed as being ineffective. The problem is you may ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - Drug Rashes - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Kristien WilkinsonDrug rashes could appear as tiny reddish bumps on an itchy patch of skin or red scaly peelings on the entire skin. They can be classified into different types with varying severities. They are generally defined though as a reaction of the skin to certain drugs. One of the most common causes of ...
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