GeneralHealthTopics.com - Disease and Treatment

Frequently Asked Questions about Arterial Venous Fistula’s (AVF)

irfan — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 10:50:39 +0000

1. Why should I get an Arterial Venous Fistula (AVF)?

Fibromyalgia and Magnesium

irfan — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 07:31:26 +0000

Magnesium is one of the most important minerals found in the human body. It is involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions involving all of the bodily systems. There is an important fact that needs to be understood. The routine test done to determine magnesium levels is a test performed on the blood's serum. This is the test that was probably performed on you if you have had a blood chemistry screening. Only 1% of your magnesium is found in the serum. Slightly over 31% is found in your muscle cells (intracellular) and the rest is found in your bones and other tissues.

Fibromyalgia and Free Radicals

irfan — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 06:52:35 +0000

Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that can be harmful to our cell membranes and the cellular damage they can produce puts additional stress on the already dysfunctional immune system found in the fibromyalgia syndrome. Free radicals are produced during the oxidative processes in the production of energy. An excess of harmful free radical production can result from the effects of air pollution, radiation, toxic wastes, food additives and pesticide residues.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Irritable Bowel Syndrome

irfan — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:58:26 +0000

An interview with Anthony Weiss, M.D., Clinical Instructor in Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology. Dr. Weiss is a board certified gastroenterologist, a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. What exactly is IBS?

What is a Gastroenterologist?

irfan — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:42:11 +0000

Gastroenterologists are internists who specialize in diseases of the digestive tract. Nowadays, the prerequisite training includes a medical internship and residency in internal medicine. Areas of subspecialization include Advanced endoscopy (ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound) Transplant hepatology Motility Inflammatory bowel disease Esophagology Nutrition and metabolism

What Causes Dementia?

irfan — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:09:05 +0000

The exact cause of Alzheimer's Disease, a form of dementia, is still unknown. However, scientists have been able to indentify several contributing factors. Alzheimer's Disease is known to have a genetic componant as well as an environmental one. While Alzheimer's is a form of dementia, dementia is not necessarily Alzheimer's. There are many forms of demetia, some which are entirely curable. It is imporatant to understand the distinction between Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

Management of Problems Associated with Dementia

irfan — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:38:12 +0000

Behavioral problems commonly coexist with cognitive deficits during the course of Alzheimer's and other dementing diseases. They cause significant morbidity, interfere with the performance of activities of daily living, and often have a greater impact on the quality of life of family and caregivers than cognitive impairment.

You Can Make a Difference: 10 Ways to Help an Alzheimer Family

irfan — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 07:18:39 +0000

"We like to go out, but my husband's too much to handle alone. I could use some help." "Call me, If I can't talk, I'll let you know." "It's difficult when friends stay away."

Asthma Hits Hardest At Night, So Should Medication

irfan — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:43:00 +0000

Expert says traditional treatment ignores timing of severe symptoms. The symptoms suffered by some 10 million Americans with asthma can be as different as night and day, with the time of day often a key factor in their severity, according to an expert who contends the patterns of the disease should be considered when treating it.

The Truth about Fitness

irfan — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:39:21 +0000

The spine you have is the only one you ever get! Through the miracle of modern medicine, many organs that fail or wear out can now be replaced. Heart, lungs, liver, kidneys and even artificial lenses for the eyes can make someone feel like new. Unfortunately for the spine, the one you were born with must last you your entire lifetime!