Jan 7, 2014
Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels during pregnancy is essential for the mother and her unborn baby. High cholesterol during pregnancy can cause serious medical complications for the mother and the baby, including an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. This article will explore the symptoms and complications of high cholesterol during...
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Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the airways become inflamed and narrowed. When the airways react to certain inhaled substances, the muscles around the airways begin to tighten and restrict airflow to the lungs. If swelling occurs, the airways become even narrower. Mucous occurs, and symptoms include shortness of breath, chest tightness and...
Read MoreDec 26, 2013
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD is one of the most common lung diseases prevalent in the world today. COPD usually presents itself as a group of progressive respiratory diseases. Chronic bronchitis is a form of COPD that results from the inflammation and swelling of the air passages leading to the lungs. Emphysema is another common...
Read MoreDec 23, 2013
Lyme disease is caused by very small creatures known as ticks. This can be a very serious condition; however most people will recover completely when they are treated correctly. This article looks at the very latest and best information to tell you about Lyme disease and give you some insight on the various treatments that are available.What is...
Read MoreDec 23, 2013
Cancer of the bowel is a very serious condition, however if diagnosed early enough can in many cases be curable. This article outlines the latest research and discusses treatment options so that you can be in the know regarding what bowel cancer is and how it may affect you.What is it?Cancer begins when some of the cells that are always dividing in...
Read MoreDec 23, 2013
The drugs consist of two main types. Preventers include inhaled steroids such as Flovent, Pulmicort . Other preventers include inhaled cromolyn and Tilade. Singulair and Accolate are available in tablet form and are also sometimes used to prevent asthma. Relievers are available in different forms: inhalers, tablets or capsules and syrup. They...
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Squamous cell skin cancer is often described as looking like a crusty lump on the skin. It is known to be quite painful and in most cases will get larger over time. There is no way that this skin lump will go away or be healed without treatment. Surgery is the mainstay of treatment for this cancer and in most cases it offers complete cure. This...
Read MoreDec 23, 2013
It is well known that diabetes can lead to serious health problems. These problems are made worse in those who do not adequately control their blood sugar levels. When one is diagnosed with diabetes they are usually started on various tablet medications to control sugar levels, however when these tablets are no longer effective at controlling these...
Read MoreDec 23, 2013
Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disorder whose symptoms are a result of a lack of dopamine, a brain neurotransmitter. Approximately 1 1/2 million people in the United States suffer from Parkinson’s disease, according to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation. Parkinson’s is chronic and progressive and will strike slightly...
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