Surgical removal of both ovaries is medically known as bilateral oophorectomy. Since the ovaries manage hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle, including estrogen and progesterone, removing the ovaries causes surgical menopause. The side effects of bilateral oophorectomy include all the…
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March 27, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
High-protein diet foods are often used in low-carbohydrate and high-protein diets. Protein is an important macro-nutrient that is essential to life. Made up of chains of amino acids, proteins are the building blocks of our bodies tissues, hormones and enzymes….
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Hypoglycemia is the condition which occurs when your glucose (sugar) level is used up faster than the body can supply it. Hypoglycemic attacks can also occur when glucose is released too slowly, or too much insulin is released, causing a…
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March 27, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Fructose is a sugar that can be found naturally in foods. It is found in fruits and is what gives fruit a sweet taste. Fructose is also manufactured in an artificial form. According to the American Dietetic Association, fructose has…
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Breastfeeding has long been touted as the best food for babies. Mothers that choose to breastfeed often have questions as to what foods they should or should not eat. Many mothers follow the doctrine of what was allowed or disallowed…
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Knee arthritis can be painful, debilitating and, in its most severe forms, life altering. There are many different treatment options available ranging from medication to surgery. Many medications exist to reduce pain and inflammation of arthritis in such a way…
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Wounds are breaks in body tissues or structures of the organs. They can be caused by surgery, accidents, injuries, blunt trauma, radiation and extreme temperatures. If wounds are not properly cared for, they can become infected. Watch carefully for signs…
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March 27, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. It Takes Less Than 45 Minutes A Caesarean section, also known as a c-section, can be completed in as little as 30 minutes and rarely takes longer than 45 minutes. Regional anesthesia, usually in the form of an epidural,…
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Overview Orencia, also known as abatacept, is an intravenous medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease of the joints. Features Orencia works to block T-cells–special killer cells in the body’s immune system–from activating a cascade that leads to…
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Also known as the Wunda Chair or Stability Chair, the Pilates Chair is said to be the foundation of a broad range of advanced Pilates exercise. Joseph Pilates developed this chair to target muscle groups that were not easily engaged…
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Overview Manuka honey is gathered from beehives in Australia and New Zealand. Traditionally used for wound healing in these countries, manuka honey was approved as a wound dressing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2007. Honey as Antibiotic…
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Using an online pharmacy—sometimes referred to as a mail-order pharmacy—can save patients money. They fall into three categories: traditional (requiring a prescription based on an in-person exam); remote consultation (uses a prescription procured from an online or by-phone consult); and…
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Stomach swelling and pain can be very uncomfortable. The swelling makes your clothes tighter and can even cause difficulty breathing. Pain can accompany the swelling and add to the anxiety. Stomach swelling and pain can occur when we least expect…
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Diabetic seizures can happen when blood sugar levels are too low (hypoglycemia). According to the American Diabetes Association, hypoglycemia can happen quickly, to any diabetic, even if her diabetes is under good control. Physical symptoms can precede a diabetic seizure,…
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A closed head injury is a blow to the head that does not cause the skull to fracture. The blow shakes the brain or slams it against the skull. This causes a concussion, bruising or bleeding in the brain. Closed…
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Overview According to Uterinefibroids.org, fibroid tumors–mistakenly referred to as fibroid cysts–are most often benign, or noncancerous, tumors that have developed in the uterus. Uterine fibroids are the most widespread type of gynecological tumor. They generally appear in premenopausal women. About…
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March 27, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Different types of treatments are used to treat lung cancer, depending on the type of tumor involved and a patient’s individual condition. Chemotherapy is generally used to treat small cell lung cancer, which has often spread by the time…
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March 27, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Diet shakes are meal replacement drinks that are recommended by different eating plans. The shakes typically have a low amount of calories but are packed with nutrients to keep you healthy while you diet. Before you purchase a diet…
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Parents agree that children should help with household chores. Trisha Thompson said in her “Ask An Expert” column in Parenting Magazine that responsibility for chores helps a child learn the positive feelings that jobs well done can bring. She said…
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People with cystic fibrosis suffer from excess production of mucus in the body. This mucus causes problems with breathing and digestion. While there is no cure for cystic fibrosis, choosing foods that reduce the production of mucus can make you…
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Overview Acid burns can occur at home or work and primarily affect the hands, arms, and face. The Merck Manual estimates that more than 2 million Americans require medical care for burns every year, with as many as 4,000 people…
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Overview Medications can do wonders for treating or reducing migraine headaches, but lifestyle changes may be the goal to aim for when it comes to preventing and relieving this agonizing condition. Simple exercises, changes in daily activities and discovering ways…
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March 27, 2015 Children's Health
Overview A breast pump allows you to pump milk for your baby to keep your supply up, bottle feed or store milk for times when you may not be able to breastfeed. The Evenflo Electric Comfort Select Performance Dual Auto-Cycling…
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Overview Asthma is a condition of chronic inflammation of the lungs. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs’ tissues, most commonly caused by viruses and bacteria. Both illnesses can present with similar symptoms, including cough, respiratory distress and hypoxia (low…
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March 27, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Iron occurs in two forms–heme and non-heme. Non-heme iron is present in grains and vegetables, and is not easily absorbed into the body because the other compounds present within the plant foods blocks its absorption. Heme iron, however, makes up…
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Overview Breathing increases during exercise because of intensified energy demands placed upon the body. The cardiovascular, respiratory and muscular systems work together to keep up with these energy demands. When an individual is in shape, his lungs, heart and muscles…
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Overview Although its name sounds benign, the Pilates chair is one of the most challenging pieces of Pilates equipment. It requires extraordinary balance and impeccable postural alignment. The chair resembles a box, with one side that you can press down…
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Overview Cholesterol is a type of fat in the body composed of low-density lipoprotein (LDL, “bad” cholesterol) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL, “good” cholesterol). According to the American Heart Association, having HDL levels below 40 mg/dL can increase your risk for…
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Overview Triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood stream, related to your total cholesterol levels. Unlike other kinds of cholesterol, triglycerides do not build up in your arteries. That doesn’t mean they’re not dangerous. High triglycerides weaken…
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Low blood sugar can cause behavior signs that can mimic stroke, seizure or other neurological disorders. Another name for low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Individuals with diabetes are especially prone to the development of low blood sugar, but hypoglycemia can…
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