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Glaucoma - Understanding the Basics By : Anne Wolski One of the most common causes of blindness for people aged over forty years is glaucoma and it affects around one in fifty people in this age group. People are often unaware that they even have this condition as they may not suffer from any obvious symptoms. Nonetheless, it is important that it is detected early to avoid severe deterioration of sight. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Myth or Malady? By : Anne Wolski There are still many doctors who question the validity of chronic fatigue syndrome and, among doctors who do believe the condition exists, there is still fierce debate over whether its origins are of a physical or psychological nature. Fibromyalgia, Tools for Survival By : Kristy Haugen Fibromyalgia is estimated to affect 3-6 million people in the U.S. However, over 50% of the affected tend to be women. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that is usually misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Many doctors misdiagnose fibromyalgia because of the nonspecific symptoms. Educating yourself regarding fibromyalgia can help you to be your own advocate in treating your pain. Is Fibromyalgia A Disease, A Collection Of Symptoms Or Is It All In Your Head? By : Terry McDermott For weeks you have been aching from head to foot. You have no energy, you can’t concentrate and you can’t remember the last time you got a good night’s sleep. You have been to the doctor a few times already and all he can tell you is what you DON’T have. You have read about fibromyalgia and even talked to others that have been diagnosed with the disease. Yet, so far, no one can tell you whether you have it or not? Sound familiar? Well welcome to the world of fibromyalgi... Reversing diabetes means making tough choices in foods, nutrition and exercise By : Mike Adams Straight talk about food choices and how they effect metabolic health for people suffering from type 2 diabetes. Heartburn Cure! Tips To Mellow Down That Burning Heartburn Pain By : Jed Baguio Heartburn is described as a burning sensation that can be felt in the chest specifically at the lower sternum. Such pain is caused by a reflux of digestive acid that shoots up and enter the lower esophagus thus resulting to a burning sensation and acute pain. This condition is also called as acid reflux, cardialgia, pyrosis and GERD. Statistically, 60 million of Americans suffer from this heartburn condition and needless to say its never pleasant when it occurs. That’s ... Pregnancy and the Parvo Virus B19 By : Natron Chango A pregnant woman can be attacked by the B19 virus. This occurrence is usually not life-threatening since many pregnant women are already immune to the virus. This immunity will also protect the unborn child. But sometimes, the pregnant woman will be easily fatigued and have mucous discharges from her nose. There are risks that should be known to all expecting mothers Man's most dangerous enemy is at the gates By : John Piper An introductio to the threat to mankind coming from virurses and, in particular, the brid flu virus. Some Unusual Causes Of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) By : Lucky Balaraman On the list of horrifying things that can happen to a family, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is near the top. SIDS occurs when a baby between the ages of one and six months mysteriously dies in its sleep. There are several causes for SIDS, and more are being discovered each year. Being suffocated by bedding is certainly one of them, as is being rolled on by parents and being a passive infant smoker. But there are two other reasons responsible for a significant numb... Muscle Imbalance And Chronic Injuries By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT Injuries can occur anywhere and at anytime, but the most prevalent place of occurrence is in the workplace. The reason for such a high rate of injury is that people spend 8-18 hours a day, 5-7 days a week performing unidirectional (one-way) movement patterns, causing an imbalance in the musculoskeletal system that results in the overuse and under use of certain muscle groups. If left unchecked, these injuries can be come chronic, resulting in pain and dysfunction that can las... Adrenal Fatigue And How To Beat It. By : Valerie Balandra ARNP, BC Your adrenal glands are two tiny pyramid-shaped pieces of tissue situated right above each kidney. Their job is to produce and release, when appropriate, certain regulatory hormones and chemical messengers. Adrenaline is manufactured in the interior of the adrenal gland, called the adrenal medulla. Cortisol, the other chemical from the adrenal gland, is made in the exterior portion of the gland, called the adrenal cortex. The cortex also secretes androgens, estrogens, and ... Coping With Autism-Support For Families By : Christine Dugan Based on the U.S. Department of Education’s 2002 report to Congress on IDEA the number of students with autism in U.S. schools has increased by 1354% in an eight-year period from 1991-1992 to 2000-2001 (as cited by the Autism Society of America, 2003). This increase is almost fifty times higher than all disabilities (excluding autism), which has increased in the U.S. by 28.4%. From 1991-1992 to 2000-2001 school years, the number of students with autism that are being served u... The Science of Arthritis By : Adam Waxler In order to understand how to handle arthritis pain, you need to understand how the body works and how arthritis can impede the body from working properly. Symptoms Of Kidney Problems You Should Know By : Olinda Rola Symptoms of kidney problems generally develop over a period of years. As you know, the kidneys perform many vital functions that help maintain overall health. But if the blood vessels in the kidneys are damaged, the kidneys will not clean the blood properly and symptoms of kidney problems will develop. With impaired kidney function, the body retains more water and salt than it should, leading to weight gain. Early kidney disease has no kidney problem symptoms, however, it ... Preparing For A Natural Disaster, Terrorists Attack Or Bird Flu Pandemic By : Pandemic Zone How prepared are you? Will you be like thousands of others and wait until the last minute to stock up on food and water? Do you even have a working flashlight in your home or auto? As we have clearly seen, waiting until it is too late does not work. Grocery stores run out, gas stations run dry and we certainly can’t depend on the government to help. You need to start planning today, preparing for the unexpected so that you and your family can survive. Official sources alwa... Surgery Snoring Procedures And Remedies By : Alan Schill Certain anti-snoring devices may help to eliminate snoring even if surgery proved unsuccessful. As with any type of surgery, results are not guaranteed. The Sleep Genie, for instance, is a product developed by Odyssey Direct Solutions and has been doctor recommended and approved. This product may be able to help even if snoring surgery did not. Surgery snoring procedures may include a variety of techniques, including injections, the removal of tonsils or a complete rec... Symptoms Of Sleep Apnea By : Alan Schill It is often hard to differentiate between snoring and a serious medical condition known as sleep apnea. However, there are definitive symptoms of sleep apnea if you know what to look for. Snoring, for instance, is a distracting occurrence caused by vibrations from fatty tissues rubbing against the back of the throat. Sleep apnea is much more serious and may be recognize by the presence of heavy snoring, pauses between breaths, etc. A spouse may be the best source of infor... The symptoms of IBS By : David McEvoy IBS varies greatly from person to person, and sometime the symptoms can be a lot more severe, and begin to become troublesome to the sufferer. Abdominal cramps, diarrhoea and bloating can be especially bad. One symptom will usually make more of itself in an IBS sufferer, causing them to experience either pain, constipation or chronic diarrhoea more prominently. Pumping a Little Iron Might Just Prevent Osteoporosis By : Adam Kessler How exercise may be able to help prevent osteoporosis. Learn how one lady rejected the prevailing wisdom of relying on calcium supplements and improved her bone density just by exercising and eating calcium rich foods. What Is Endometriosis? By : Ignatius Rink What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is one of those diseases that you’ve probably heard the name of before, but aren’t really sure how it’s caused or what its symptoms are. You may wonder who is most at risk for contracting it and whether there is a cure. The first question is relatively easy to answer. The answer to the second question is, sadly, no. As of yet there is no cure. Who is at risk? The good news is that if you are a man, you are out of danger. The bad news, u... How Is Sickle Cell Anemia Treated? By : Gray Rollins Sickle cell anemia is a lifelong, chronic disease that affects over 72,000 people in the United States. In most cases, there are not continual symptoms but periodic painful attacks. It can also weaken the immune system and cause other complications such as strokes. People with sickle cell anemia also typically have a shortened life span. There is no cure for this disease but treatment options are available. It is essential to seek a consultation with a medical profession i... What Is Malaria & What Can Be Done If I Contract It? By : Gray Rollins Malaria is an infectious blood disease caused by the bite of the female Anopheles mosquito that injects parasites into the bloodstream. This disease is reported to afflict 350-500 million people each year and causes over one million deaths. Malaria causes a high fever, joint pain, shivering, vomiting and anemia. If left untreated, it can result in severe medical complications or even death. Unfortunately, there are no vaccines against malaria though they are being researched ... How Is Tuberculosis Treated? By : Gray Rollins Tuberculosis Treatment Tuberculosis, commonly referred to as TB, is an infection that affects the lungs and may also affect bones, joints, the circulatory system and central nervous system. This disease can be highly contagious if left untreated. In 1993, the World Health Organization declared TB to be a world health emergency because of the frequency of infection and the ease in which it spreads. It is estimated that nine billion new cases are reported each year. As w... What is Heart Disease? By : Kristy Haugen Cardiovascular disease is a very broad term. Cardiovascular disease refers to diseases of the heart (cardio) and diseases of the blood vessels (vascular), hence cardio-vascular disease. However, diseases affecting the heart are referred to as heart disease. Aicardi Syndrome By : Lpellis Ellis It is a disorder that is categorized by the partial or complete malfunction of the corpus callosum, a brain structure linking two hemispheres inside it. Aicardi syndrome often causes childhood seizure (intantile spasms), eye abnormality or lesions of the retina, and metal retardation. Aicardi Syndrome is also linked to microcephaly, a brain defect; microgyria, where bumps inside the brain tend to be narrow; or porecenphalic cysts, a brain condition causing fluids to fill the ... Coeliac Disease By : Steve Gink Coeliac Disease is something which affects many people but which is not widely understood or discussed. It is a medical condition which affects the gut and digestive system of the sufferer and which people can be genetically pre-disposed to. The disease often runs in families, due to the genetic predisposition of the condition. However, it can be brought on through environmental factors at any point in one’s life. Coeliac Disease is most prevalent in British people, with ... How Can You Tell Someone Has Genital Herpes? By : Nathalie Foy How can you tell someone has genital herpes? Do you take a good look at the person? Do you ask and look straight in their eyes? Do you inquire about their sex lives? Well, my answer is no, maybe and maybe. It may be a good idea to ask someone if they’re aware of having genital herpes. The more sexual partners a person has had in their lives, the more likely they’re to be infected by herpes. But these methods are quite insufficient. Did you know that the majority of people... The Different Types Of Autism Treatment By : Gray Rollins Autism refers to a brain disorder, which typically affects a child's ability to communicate, form relationships, and respond appropriately to the environment. While some people suffering from Autism are relatively high functioning, there are others who are mentally retarded, have serious language delays, or are mute. The actual cause of Autism is not known. But Autism is relatively easy to spot, and children as young as 18 months start showing symptoms. It is futile to be... Learning to tame Tinnitus the easy way. By : Mark Goeder-Tarant The article hopes to shed some new light on some of the problems involved with treating Tinnitus. There is no patent cure for Tinnitus which makes it difficult make the right decision when choosing a therapy. Learning to accept Tinnitus as a part of life is a boundry most Tinnitus victims dont want to cross. The very essence of learning to accept Tinnitus is trying to find the root of all evil. "Learn to tame the beast within" Living With Fibromyalgia (FMS) - A Medical Disorder By : James Hunt Fibromyalgia, otherwise known as FMS, is a medical disorder that deals with fatigue and musculoskeletal pain. The cause of FMS is still unknown but it is hoped that in the years to come strides will be made towards some sort of cure... Learn To Recognize The Warning Signs of Hypothyroidism By : Charles Kassotis Learn how to easily recognize the common symptoms of hypothyroidism. Chronic Kidney Disease Symptoms By : Jessica Deets Anyone can get chronic kidney disease at any age. Early detection and treatment can often keep chronic kidney disease from getting worse. Chronic kidney disease involves damage to the kidneys where they can't regulate bodily functions anymore. What Is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)? By : Marc Lindsay Generalized anxiety disorder affects around 3% to 4% of the population. It keeps you in a worried state and makes a persons depressed about life. It does not stop a person from living their lives normally, or is it a panic attack. It affects they way you think. It stops a person from deciding on things and thus making them depressed. What is carpal tunnel syndrome? By : Hege Crowton If you are experiencing the following symptoms, then maybe you are suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: do you experience tingling of your thumb? How about your index, middle, and ring fingers? Asbestos Related Diseases By : Asbestos Related Diseases Bronchitis – More Than A Cough By : Kevin Pederson Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes, the airways that connect the trachea (windpipe) to the lungs. Lymphoma: Another Silent Killer By : Michael Sampson The human body is a complicated yet marvelous conglomeration of physical, emotional, and spiritual aspect. Among the three, the physical aspect is the most critical and the most perilous element in the concept of one's well being. That's why many people regard health as a very risky aspect of life, that when taken for granted, can be life-threatening. What is Asbestos Cancer? By : What is Asbestos Cancer? Treatment for Lymphoma Cancer By : James Hunt Lymphoma is a deadly form of cancer that causes a disease in your body’s cells. Once the cancer grows, it makes your cells abnormal and may become a tumor... Easing the Stress of Cancer By : Bueford Copeland It is the diagnosis that no one wants to hear. Despite years of research, the word “cancer” continues to strike fear into the hearts of men, women, and children. While the detection of cancer is no longer a death sentence, there is always the possibility that cancer will accelerate the end of one’s life. With a diagnosis of cancer, one comes face-to-face with one’s own mortality. Prevention of Cancer By : If you or someone you know is diagnosed as having cancer it can be traumatic. You want to know how and why this could have happened and if there is anything you can do to cure the cancer. INTERRUPTING THE PROCESS OF CANCER - PART I OF II By : Paula Rothstein The cancer industry has been given a century of free access to a diseased public in its toxic drug experiment with very little to show for its efforts. Why are natural therapies held back from legitimacy while the pharmaceutical drug companies are allowed to profit from poison? Adrenal Fatigue Symptoms By : Adrenal fatigue is one of the fastest growing illnesses among adults today. It is also known as adrenal insufficiency or adrenal burnout and can wreak havoc on those who don't know they have it. Here are several key symptoms of adrenal fatigue and what you can do about it if you suspect you might have adrenal fatigue. Stimulating The Body’s Defenses To Fight Cancer By : James Finch Comediennes such as Gilda Radner and Madeline Kahn, Oscar-winning actresses like Loretta Young and Sandy Dennis, singers Laura Nyro and Dinah Shore, actor Pierce Brosnan’s wife Cassandra Harris, actress Jessica Tandy, former Connecticut governor Ella Grasso, and Martin Luther King’s wife Coretta Scott King all died of ovarian cancer. It’s not just celebrities, politicians or movie stars, who are stricken with ovarian cancer. One in every 55 U.S. women is at risk for ovarian c... Apoptosis: New Approaches to Cancer Therapy By : Radoslaw Pilarski The apoptosis called also programmed cell death has been recently discussed in almost 80 000 publications. As it is known, cell apoptosis may be induced by various stress factors. On the other hand, apoptosis may be induced via internal or external signals, for instance proteins. Some of such endogenous and exogenous proapoptotic proteins have been found and described. Their genes may be used in modern anticancer therapies. The Wide World Of Cancer By : Cancer is one of the most deadly of diseases. In USA and other developed nations, cancer kills almost 25% of people. Diabetes – Symptoms And Cures By : Sharon Albright Diabetes is of three main types – insulin-dependent diabetes or the Type 1 diabetes, Non-insulin dependent diabetes or the Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes mellitus. A person’s eating habits and viruses can cause Type 1 diabetes. Heredity, obesity, high blood pressure, and lack of proper diet cause Type 2 diabetes, which is very common. The gestational diabetes mellitus is caused as a result of heredity, increased maternal age, fatness and more reasons. It may ca... Do You Know Someone Suffering From PHN? By : Dr. Boyce Berkel, MD Most of us are familiar with Shingles, the painful and intense illness people sometimes call "the adult version of Chicken Pox." What is lesser known is that of the 800,000 Americans who develop Shingles this year, 20% will go on to experience Post Herpetic Neuralgia or PHN. PHN is often a long-term illness that can cause extreme pain and sensitivity for years. One patient's skin was so sensitive that he couldn't button his shirt, ride in a car, or even sleep normally (he ... Drugs For Treating Aids May Prevent People From Catching Aids By : Rick Hendershot In one of the most promising developments in more than 20 years, scientists claim that drugs used to control HIV/AIDS in patients may also be effective in preventing the disease in the first place. The drugs in question are tenofovir (Viread) and emtricitabine, or FTC (Emtriva), sold in combination as Truvada by Gilead Sciences Inc. Gilead is the California company best known for inventing Tamiflu. Previous research has been aimed at finding a vaccine against HIV/AIDS, ... Types of Incontinence and Simple Solutions By : Charles Kassotis Learn how different types of incontinence can affect your life. Also find out the symptoms of different bladder problems associated with incontinence. Colon – Diseases Of The Colon By : Sharon Albright The colon or the large intestine extends from the cecum to the rectum. Colon’s main function is to extract water from feces. Colon, also called large bowel, measures 1.5 meters in length. There are various diseases of the colons like colitis, colon cancer, constipation, polyposis, pseudomembranous colitis, ulcerative colitis, diverticulosis, diarrhea, and chronic functional abdominal pain. The colon consists of various parts. The cecum is found in mammals, birds, and cert... What is Narcolepsy? By : Scott Fromherz Do you have unexplained daytime sleepiness? Do you have episodes of weakness triggered by humor or anger? Do you ever have episodes of paralysis or hallucinations, as you are falling asleep or waking-up? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then you might have Narcolepsy. Degenerative Disease Caused by Tooth Infections-Case Histories -Kidney Trouble,Stomach Ulcers By : George Meinig Originally Dr. Price believed kidney infections only remotely related to dental focal infections. He eventually found, however, many 30 to 40 year olds were developing nephritis (kidney disease) without the disease being suspected by the patient or the physician. Invariably, these patients were also found to have definite dental infections. Do You Have Gout? By : Charles Kassotis The signs and symptoms of gout. PAD, Peripheral Artery Disease. By : Hege Crowton Do you know that in the U.S alone 8 to 12 million people are suffering from PAD, more commonly known as poor circulation. The scary thing is that each year these numbers seem to be steadily increasing because of peoples life style. Smoking, junk food, obesity and lack of activity are just some of the factors contributing to poor circulation. Acupuncture Offers New Hope for Fibromyalgia By : Annie Beal If you have fibromyalgia, you simply ache all over. On top of that, you feel tired all the time, have trouble sleeping, and doctors don't seem to know what's wrong with you. The good news is, acupuncture may be the answer to your prayers. Osteoporosis- Definition, Risk Factors and Prevention By : Barney Garcia Osteoporosis is a bone disease which causes a deterioration of bone density and low bone mass. This is dangerous because is causes the bones to become fragile (especially the hips, spine and wrists) and there is increased risk of broken bones and slow recovery periods. Lung Disease - Causes and Treatment Options By : Barney Garcia There are several factors that can cause lung disease. Smoking is a major cause of lung disease, if you smoke, talk with your doctor about ways they can help you to quit smoking. Autism - Living With Autism By : Rachel Evans Do you know children affected with autism find it difficult to communicate and to become socialized? There are two notions about the existence of autism. One thought is that autism is due to a bio-chemical imbalance, and the other notion is it is a psychological disorder. The autism-affected children seldom communicate with others except to fulfill their needs. Autism spectrum disorders can be called an umbrella term since it covers classic autism, pervasive developmental ... Understanding Autism In Children By : Rachel Evans Do you know autism affects male children four times more than female children? The characteristic feature of autism in children includes non-verbal and impaired verbal communication. In addition to this the autism in children creates imaginative social interaction and activity. Infantile autism in children develops at about 30 months of age. Autism in children is a condition in which they find it difficult to build normal relationships with others. This can easily be diagnose... Asperger’s Syndrome- Is There Real Cure For It? By : Rachel Evans If you know of a child who is having a greater degree of language impairment than other children or has diminished communication skills and also exhibits a restrictive pattern of thought and behavior, he may have Asperger’s syndrome. This condition is more or less similar to that of classic autism. The main difference between autism and Asperger’s syndrome is that the child suffering from Asperger’s syndrome retains his early language skills. The peculiar symptom of Asperg... How Chronic Fatigue Has Affected My Life By : Triston Huntsmin Many of you have heard the term 'chronic fatigue' I am sure. Far fewer of you probably know the technical, medical knowledge about the disease. While I could share with you page after page, hour after hour of information on chronic fatigue, I think it is more appropriate to share just how deeply chronic fatigue has affected my life. I grew up just like many other kids. I loved to play outside until darkness came and I loved to push the limit with my parents every night abo... Insomnia: Some Tips That Help With This Sleep Disorder By : Malcolm Moorhouse Insomnia comes in many different forms, and for various different reasons. This sleep disorder article will give you a broad view of this particular sleep problem and some ideas for finding help with insomnia. To begin with, it’s important to realise that everyone has different sleeping patterns and this sleep information may not apply to your particular sleep problem. For example, some people need ten hours of sleep just to feel refreshed, whilst others function quite nor... Hemorrhoids - Five Simple Home Remedies By : Easytopic.com In order to understand why these simple home remedies can help, we need to look first at the possible causes of the hemorrhoids. Some of the known contributing factors are pregnancy, straining when emptying the bowels, obesity, chronic constipation. Ironically, frequent diarrhea is also known to contribute. Hemorrhoids can be either internal or external and are most common in people over 40 as well as pregnant women. It's said that over half of the population over the a... I Have Fibromyalgia And Have Heard About Gabapentin... Tell Me More... By : Nathan Wei Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by chronic, widespread muscle pain and tenderness, and is frequently accompanied by fatigue, insomnia, depression, and anxiety. It affects three million to six million Americans, mostly women, and can be disabling. The precise cause of fibromyalgia in not known, but research suggests it is related to a problem with the central nervous system’s processing of pain. As with some other chronic pain conditions, people with fibrom... Arthritis Bracelets By : Roger Thompson Arthritis is a common problem for many people. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, and many people are seeking ways to help with this painful condition. For some, turning to alternative type treatment is the solution they have been looking for. Many people have questions about Arthritis Bracelets & How Do They Work? It is beleief that copper can relieve the pain of arthritis. This is a very old, tradition that incorporates the idea that if the body absorbs ... Osteoporosis Symptoms A Sad Picture If Ignored By : Jeff Foster Osteoporosis occurs when there is a loss of density in the skeletal system leaving you more at risk for bone fractures. An early symptom of osteoporosis often presents as bone fractures which do not match up to the described injury or ones which occur in the absence of any obvious injury. Other patients may present with back pain which seems to have no clear explanation. Back pain must be taken seriously and should be investigated clearly before being written off, ... Athlete’s Foot Symptoms Oh The Agony Of The Feet By : Jeff Foster The ringworm fungus known as trichophyton is a beasty little creature and one that causes many people agony of the feet. The pain, itching, irritation and agony brought on by the ringworm fungus all leads to a case of wicked athlete’s foot. This little fungal infection can invade the skin of the feet causing them to itch, burn, peel and make you think you are going to go completely batty before you find relief from your athlete’s foot. Athlete's foot symptoms are fairly... Diagnosing Osteoporosis A Picture Tells The Story By : Jeff Foster A loss of bone density and strength can ultimately lead to a diagnosis of osteoporosis and the potential of years ahead of morbidity that you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy. Diagnosing osteoporosis must be taken seriously and it must be diagnosed as early as possible so that you can salvage as much bone loss as you can. There are very high health costs associated with an inaccurate or a missed diagnosis of osteoporosis since this can lead to unnecessary bone loss and a... Osteoarthritis │New Ways To Treat Osteoarthritis By : Jean Maguire Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common type of arthritis, is a chronic condition that afflicts some 21 million Americans. It is characterized by the disintegration of cartilage, the part of the joint that cushions the ends of the bones. This breakdown causes stiffness, pain and loss of movement. Eventually the cartilage can wear away entirely, causing bone to rub on bone. OA generally affects specific joints such as the hips, hands, knees, lower back and neck. Joint pain ... Spotting Bipolar Symptom Possibilities Can Lead To Help By : Samantha Kay Living with bipolar disorder can be difficult at best. Getting the correct diagnosis and treatment is generally the first hurdle to overcome in helping a person lead a normal, productive life. The hitch with coming up with the correct diagnosis in this case is that bipolar symptom possibilities tend to come in two completely different sets. An estimated 70 percent of all those with diagnosed bipolar disorder have suffered through incorrect diagnosis and treatment. The most... Bipolar Disorder Can Strike Anyone By : Samantha Kay It's an equal-opportunity biological condition that can have serious psychological symptoms. With more than 2 million people in America alone living with the diagnosis of bipolar disorder, there's no denying its presence. But what is this condition and what are the warning signs? Bipolar disorder results when there is a chemical imbalance in the brain. When neurotransmitters are not at the levels they should be, those prone to this condition will very likely suffer a wide ... Osteoporosis Symptoms Tell The Story By : Jeff Foster Osteoporosis is a condition in which there is a loss of density in the skeletal system. One of the earliest symptoms of osteoporosis that you might see are unexplained bone fractures. Oftentimes with fractures such as these it seems that the injury does not match the extent of the fracture. With osteoporosis, the bones become porous losing calcium, proteins and collagen. As the bones become more porous there is a much higher risk for fracture, particularly fractures... Insomnia Prevention And Other Sleep Inducing Tips By : Jeff Foster Insomnia prevention and other sleep inducing tips are very important for you to institute so that you can best get a good night’s sleep if you are one of the millions of Americans suffering from insomnia. One of the first things you must do when trying to prevent insomnia is to work aggressively to improve your sleep habits. For example, self hypnosis, relaxation breathing, and biofeedback are often helpful options that can lead you to relaxation and a more restful slee... Understanding The Facts About Bipolar Depression By : Candice Sabrina Bipolar disorder, or manic depression as some people call it, is a very frightening condition to live with. The symptoms of this disorder can be harsh, they can come and go rapidly and they can lead to mood swings that are on complete opposite ends of the spectrum. Bipolar depression is the particular swing that can present some of the most problems for those who suffer from the condition. To understand bipolar depression, it's a very good idea to have a basic grasp on thi... Celiac Disease │ What You Need To Know About Celiac Disease By : Mary H. Brown Sue Shouldis of Middletown, MD, age 61, began to see the humor in what she’d been through after she started feeling better. A mysterious, debilitating illness crept in and stole her health, her job as a legal assistant and her satisfying life in Florida. In retrospect, though, it seemed kind of funny that food had caused her body to attack itself. So she wrote a poem: Oh, Bread! Bless thy white glutinous face Savior of the human race Staff of life you’re said to be Oh, ... Allergic Contact Dermatitis- It Can Cause Lot Of Problems-2 By : cdmohatta In the first part of this article we found out about what is Allergic Contact Dermatitis and how it is caused. Let us find out more. The Clinical Look: Coronary Heart Disese By : Crystal There are special cells in the heart that act as a natural pacemaker, sending electrical signals through their fibers to the heart muscle and regulating the heartbeat. An electrocardiogram reproduces these electrical patterns as a tracing. When there is a disturbance in any part of this conduction system, the heart may beat irregularly, or the rate may become either very slow or very fast. Irregular heartbeats can be life threatening in some cases, because the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently. Hypertension and Heart Disease By : Crystal Hypertension and heart disease are also believed to be trigg by stress. Before you can look at what you can do to manage your stress, the first order of business is understanding what, exactly, stress is. Generally, stress is defined as a negative emotional experience associated with biological changes that allow you to adapt to it. In response to stress, your adrenal glands pump out stress hormones that speed up your body - your heart rate increases and you blood sugar levels increase so that glucose can be diverted to your muscles in case you have to run. This is knoen as the fight-or-flight response. Crones Disease: Avoid Side Effects of Your Medicines By : Charlotte Kamman Medicaments for Crones Disease have strong side effects. Some even actually worsen the underlying cause, and you have to take more and stronger medicines to stay ahead of the worsening symptoms. If we approach the illnes from a totally different angle, possibilities suddenly arise in unexpected ways. Information about Influenza treatment. By : 121doc.com Symptoms of flu, influenza treatments and their effects and side effects... find everything about fatal flu and its treatment. Tips on Overcoming Separation Anxiety By : Kristine Gonzaga Being away from you and staying in an unfamiliar place makes your child prone to separation anxiety. This can cause him stress and make him more clingy when you have to leave. This article explores ways on how you can help ease the anxiety felt by your child with simple and practical tips. Present-Day Activities for a Cancer-Free Future By : EMMANUEL CHAVEZ This article talks about present-day activities that may lead to the development of certain cancers. Though there are no cures for cancer, many forms of cancer can be treated when detected on its early stages. Rather than seeking for treatment, people should focus on doing the right things which may prevent the development of this dreaded disease. Night Work Could Be the Death of You By : Harvey D. Ong Science has recently begun the process of correcting itself by acknowledging that there is a possible link between cancer and graveyard shift work. While there is still no concrete evidence, studies are already being planned to determine more concretely if there is a link. For the time being, however, there is ample statistical data to make the stress produced by night shift work a strong risk factor for cancer. Identifying The Two Common Eating Disorders: Anorexia and Bulimia By : Rcon Franchesca This article talks about anorexia and bulimia eating disorders. These types of eating disorders should be taken seriously, for these can bring serious damage to one’s physical and emotional conditions. The article clearly differentiates the two eating disorders in order to help readers know their different aspects. COPD: Respiratory Ailment Explained By : EMMANUEL CHAVEZ The article talks about the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a combination of two similar conditions among smokers. Chronic bronchitis and chronic emphysema are among the two respiratory conditions that may occur together in the same person. OCD: Extreme Rites of Anxiety By : Monch Bravante Some superstitions and rituals seem harmless and may actually help us to become productive and produce positive results. However, when these rituals are taken to extremes and begin to affect normal daily function, it becomes an anxiety disorder that may lead to obsessive-compulsive disorder. Homeopathic Relief for Hemorrhoids By : Donald Urquhart Homeopathy is slowly gaining acceptance among hemorrhoid sufferers. Based on stimulating the body to affect cure by stimulating symptoms, is difficult to grasp and somewhat off putting when your symptoms may already be full of hurt and discomfort. As long as it works, that's the main thing. Best Relief for Hemorrhoids By : Donald Urquhart Hemorrhoids is one of the most troubling conditions. Pain and discomfort can become extreme and unbearable. So here's the best hemorrhoid relievers around for fast results. Hemorrhoids Relief and Treatment with Aromatherapy By : Donald Urquhart The use of aromatherapy - essential oils - to treat hemorrhoids is very little understood. For many the idea is absurd. 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