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Bipolar Drug May Spur Weight Gain, Thyroid Problems: Review
by on Jan.20, 2012, under Health and Fitness
THURSDAY, Jan. 19 (HealthDay News) — A new medical review finds that lithium, a common treatment for bipolar disorder, can lead to weight gain and causes high rates of abnormalities in the thyroid and parathyroid glands.
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Valerian may aid menopausal sleep problems: study
by on Aug.30, 2011, under Health and Fitness
The popular herbal sleep aid valerian could help ease some of the sleep problems that can come with menopause, a small study suggests.
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Breast Cancer Drug Raises Risk of Heart Problems in Older Women: Study
by on Aug.10, 2011, under Health and Fitness
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 10 (HealthDay News) — The breast cancer drug
Herceptin increases the risk of heart problems in elderly patients,
especially those with a history of heart disease and/or diabetes, a new
study says.
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Fat Alone, Not Where It Sits, May Be Key to Heart Problems
by on Mar.11, 2011, under Health and Fitness
THURSDAY, March 10 (HealthDay News) — In a finding that
contradicts earlier research, an international study suggests that being
obese boosts the likelihood of a heart attack or stroke regardless of
where the excess fat is stored in the body.
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Complementary Kids – Behaviour Problems
by on Nov.21, 2010, under Preventative Medicine
‘COMPLEMENTARY KIDS’ is aimed at parents who seek more knowledge and information on preventative medicine for their children. This episode looks at Behaviour Problems.
Prevent Common foot problems
by on Nov.13, 2010, under Preventative Medicine
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Problems With My Feet In Type Two Diabetes ?
by on Nov.10, 2010, under Uncategorized
When Type 2 Diabetes then becomes a part of your life, there are important changes that occur. One of the most seen, not to mention severe, unwanted conditions that occur is neuropathy. The nerves of the feet are at high risk of being affected by this condition of high blood sugar. Neuropathy occurs when blood vessels experience severe pressure, therefore cutting off the blood supply to longer limbs, like your legs and feet. It’s vital that the legs and feet are inspected for unusual cuts, sores, infections, bumps and bruises. A mirror should be used to check any areas that are hard to see.
Type 2 Diabetes can cause many different types of foot problems. Fungal infection of the nails is apparent when the nails become discolored. They can appear to be a dark, yellowish-brown or dull. Sometimes the nails become very brittle and can crumble away from the nail bed. The conditions of your nails can be worsened by the moist, dark environment of shoes thus promoting further fungal growth. Blisters occur as a reslt of shoes rubbing and irritating the same area on your feet. Blisters are much worse when you have diabetes. They can eventually become terrible sores if left untreated by your physician. This is the reason it’s vital to examine your feet daily if possible.
Minor scrapes and cuts can occur from foot injuries or poor shoes. These minor injuries can become foot ulcers. Foot ulcers can be very susceptible to infection to those with Type 2 Diabetes. Neuropathy can hinder your ability to feel any small injury on your foot. People may not know there is a serious problem until it is well too late. It’s best to check your feet regularly, and treat any cuts or scrapes on your feet immediately. Prevention is the key; by taking care of a problem like this before it gets worse is the best way to save your feet and health.
Other foot problems that can happen with Type 2 diabetes are calluses, corns, athlete’s foot and dry skin. Although the majority of these are common problems of the feet, when one has any form of Type two Diabetes easily makes any of the these conditions more severe e. Any foot problems need to be addressed right away. Treat cuts, sores and scrapes with medication or proper cleaning habits. Never let any damage to tissue, regardless of how small, go without an inspection by your physician. Untreated damage to the feet increases the risk for problematic infections. Sometimes infections can become so terrible, gangrene sets in and your foot can begin to rot. At this point, doctors are forced to begin removing rotted limbs with use of surgery. By properly caring for yourself, especially when you have diabetes, you can prevent any injury from getting this severe.
Dental surgery may be linked to heart problems
by on Oct.19, 2010, under Health and Fitness
For people who have dental surgery, the risk of heart attack and stroke may grow during the weeks following the procedure, British research suggests.
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USDA knew of problems at farm behind egg recall: report
by on Sep.10, 2010, under Health and Fitness
U.S. Department of Agriculture experts knew about sanitary problems at one of the two Iowa farms at the center of a massive nationwide egg recall, but did not notify health authorities, the Wall Street Journal reported.
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Study links pesticides to attention problems
by on Aug.19, 2010, under Health and Fitness
Children whose mothers were exposed to certain types of pesticides while pregnant were more likely to have attention problems as they grew up, U.S. researchers reported on Thursday.
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