Hypertension warning signs
Hypertension is one such condition of health that it hard to detect. However, there are hypertension warning signs to indicate the seriousness of your health that needs immediate attention. To realize that you are suffering from hypertension, you need to comprehend the hypertension warning signs. Comprehending the warning signs of hypertension helps you in taking appropriate actions from the initial stages. Hypertension warning signs should be understood with importance. This is essential because they show signs only when the condition is really very serious. Noting the hypertension warning signs should not be ignored at any cost. These signs should be taken seriously and immediate consultation with your physician at the earliest should be done. Hypertension should be checked if you have a family history and must consider any sign so that you prevent higher risks of developing seriousness. Consistent headaches should not be ignored and people normally mistake it to be fatigue or simple stress. You should remember that headache occurs only when something is wrong in your body and headache should be considered as the warning sign for something to come later. Hence, this should be cured instantly. Another hypertension warning sign is heart palpitation. Higher is your blood pressure, the faster is your heart beat. The normal rate of your heart beat gets doubled during hypertension and palpitations are experienced. This gets worsen and have all chances to lead to more blood flow. High blood pressure can be checked by general practitioner as well. Hypertension is known to be a silent killer and hence even alterations in your sight cannot be ignored as this is also one of the hypertension warning signs. The blood flow is usually more in the head region and the small vessels of your eyes have a tough time in accommodating surplus blood. This causes your eyes with white spots and several other problems. People diagnosed with hypertension usually should have a regular checkup with their doctors mainly because high blood pressure exerts strain on every organ of your body. This makes diagnosis very essential and early detection will be in the best of your interest and works as a warning sign than jeopardizing your health. The hypertension warning signs become apparent when the blood pressure increases more than 160. This leads to hypertensive crisis and results in instant hospitalization. The high blood pressure includes pulsating headache especially felt behind the eyes. This follows with other warning signs such as vomiting, nausea, dizziness, nose bleeds and visual disturbances.
October 30, 2010
Hypertension warning signs
October 28, 2010
Two kinds of food allergies
Two kinds of food allergies
There are generally eight food allergies that are common among most individuals. In this article we are going to look at the seafood allergy and peanut allergy as the two kinds of food allergies you can suffer from because these two kinds of food allergies are the most common out of all of the food allergies. The seafood allergy means that the person is allergic to all types of seafood including shellfish. There are actually two kinds of fish allergies. You have the seafood allergy that includes everything, and then the shellfish allergy, where a person can still eat some types of seafood. You will find that with the seafood allergy scaly fish, and crustaceans are also included. This means that any food, which has been cooked in the same pan or on the same grill with the seafood could have a potential of harming the sufferer. The allergy is characterized by the immune system shutting down, where several symptoms will occur. Most often the person who suffers from this allergy will have epinephrine of some form with them just in case. You will also find that those with a seafood allergy can have a reaction from just holding uncooked fish. What I mean by this is that a severe food allergy means that coming into contact with the natural allergen can also create a reach for the individual. The peanut allergy is categorized by itself, although there are certainly allergies to nuts. With the peanut allergy there is sensitivity to eating anything with peanuts in the ingredients. In other words the person who suffers from a peanut allergy cannot eat peanut butter, anything cooked in peanut oil, and cannot have peanuts in any of the food they eat of any variety. The peanuts will cause the immune system to shut down. Usually anyone with a peanut allergy even a mild case will see a rash, perhaps facial swelling, and will usually suffer from shortness of breath. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America most of the children who suffer from the peanut allergy will actually outgrow the symptoms as they age. You will find that about 1% of the population will suffer from the peanut allergy and must exclude any and all things made with peanuts from their diet. These two kinds of food allergies are the most prevalent allergies, and there are many individuals who neglect to be tested before they first try the food.
October 26, 2010
History of bipolar disorder
History of bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder recognised by the American Psychiatric Association and listed under the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV-TR) along with a complete set of criteria which is used across the world for diagnostic purposes. However Bipolar disorder wasn’t always listed in the DSM or even known by this name. Over centuries the knowledge and recognition of this mental disorder has evolved and grown. The first recorded mention of Bipolar disorder is attributed to Aretaeus from the ancient city of Cappadocia in Turkey as far back as the second century. Arataeus recognised some symptoms of both mania and depression and felt that they could be linked to each other. However in the second century there was no support of this theory and these important findings were ignored. The next appearance of Bipolar disorder in academic discussions was several centuries later in 1650. Scientist Richard Burton wrote and published the book ‘The Anatomy of Melancholia’, the first to successfully describe the condition of depression. In fact, this book is still used as a key reference in the mental health field and Burton is known as the Father of Depression as a mental illness. 2 centuries later, in 1854, Jules Falret introduced the term ‘folie circulaire’ which literally means circular insanity. This was because Falret had understood the difference between moments of depression and the times when the mood was heightened. Jules Falret also supported the idea that depression and suicide were linked together. In 1875, Falret’s findings were officially termed as Manic-Depressive Psychosis, a recognised psychiatric disorder. Falret was also the first to observe that the condition was often present in certain families and thus recognised the genetic linkage of the disorder. There was also a scientist Francois Baillarger who indicated the very important difference between bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. In 1913, Emil Krapelin gave the field of mental health the term Manic-Depressive and studied the effects of the manic and depressive episodes. The unique approach to the mental illness became fully accepted during this time period and was the most widely theory in the early 1930′s. In 1948 Dr. John Cade, an Australian psychiatrist was successfully able to discover the positive effects of Lithium Carbonate to treat manic-depressive psychosis. Even today Lithium Carbonate is used as a medication for Bipolar disorder. In 1952 The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disorder analyzed the genetics of the disorder and through the 1960′s those afflicted with it were institutionalised with little help. This was because the Congress refused to recognise manic depression as a legitimate illness. It was only in the 1970′s that laws were established and enacted to help mentally ill patients and in 1979 the National Association of Mental Health was founded. In 1980 the term manic depressive disorder was changed to Bipolar disorder and was listed in the DSM.
October 25, 2010
Prostate Infection
Prostate Infection
Prostate infection is a very common disease and most men in their middle age, suffer from this infection. Prostate gland is a significant part of male reproductive system and offers huge assistance in fluid secretion, thereby facilitating transportation of sperm. Infection is very common with this part of male organ and it can also result in inflammation of the gland which in turn causes swelling. Infection related to prostate can be categorized in to two types. They are as mentioned below: Acute bacterial prostatitis. Chronic bacterial prostatitis Chronic a bacterial prostatitis Prostatodynia: This is a type of infection that causes acute pain in prostate. The infection related to prostate is usually a result of bacteria that attacks this vital organ. However, there is also a nonbacterial type of infection that is very common. The bacterial type of prostate infection is very common in men who are younger than the age of 70 and above this age. In case, the disease is not treated well, the infection may also spread to the testicles. It may also make its way to epididymis and cause damage of the prostate gland. There are several signs and symptoms that would easily indicate you about the existence of prostate infection in prostate. You can check out for the symptoms of prostate infection mentioned below and avail the treatments accordingly: Acute pain in perineum, lower back and the pelvis. Recurrent Urinary track infection (UTIs). Pain when urinating. Trouble when urinating Frequent urge to urinate at might Fever, chills A feeling that not in perfect health. Pain during ejaculation. Blood in semen. Sexual function disorder. As soon as you experience the above-mentioned sign and symptoms related to prostate infection, you must rush to a doctor and take the treatment prescribed. Prostate infection may be a cause of an infection that has recently occurred in your urinary tract. Any sort of earlier sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as gonorrhea or Chlamydia may also result in to prostate infection. Excess consumption of alcohol or smoking may also result in prostate infection. You must seek a physical examination of the prostate and laboratory tests including urine analysis and blood culture. Several types of treatment options are available for prostate infection and these include drug therapies, surgical procedure and complementary therapies. Herbal therapies are also very common these days. You can easily opt for any of these treatments as per your convenience and as prescribed by your doctor.
October 24, 2010
Prostate cancer treatment options
Prostate cancer treatment options
Most people are extremely curious to know about various prostate cancer treatment options. The reason is that this disease is very common and around thirty percent of men across the globe tend to suffer from this disease when they reach their middle age. The disease is really harmful for the prostate gland and would affect very badly when it reaches the stages of metasis wherein the tumor spreads without any control. Hence it is very necessary to get a prostate examination done as soon as you observe some of the signs and symptoms related to prostate cancer. Once your doctor diagnoses prostate cancer in your body; do not panic and be calm; because many effective treatments are available in this regard. First of all the doctor would analyze on which part the tumor has actually spread. In case the prostate cancer has spread inside the prostate, there are two treatment options available in this regard. The first is radiation therapy wherein X-ray are utilized for destroying prostate cancer cells. Another treatment option is a kind of surgery, popularly known as radical prostatectomy. Doctors also prescribe Watchful waiting as an effective treatment option for prostate cancer. This is the best option for men who have become old and possess great risk of dying from some other disease as well. The important thing to remember is that radiation therapy or surgery is not effective in case of a cancer wherein the tumors has grown to a great extent and crossed the edge of the prostate. The prostate cancers at this level can only be treated with hormones. These hormones facilitate the retardation of cancer growth in the prostate. Here are some of the most famous prostate cancer treatments available for the patient in the medical field. Cryosurgery Radiation therapy Surgery Watchful waiting Chemotherapy High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Hormonal therapy Now in order to judge the best prostate cancer treatments, it is very important to keep certain factors in mind. These factors include the age of the patient, his general health, his feelings about the potential prostate cancer treatments and the possible side effects of these treatments on the general health of the patient. Hormonal therapy and another therapy for prostate cancer therapy such as chemotherapy would be extremely beneficial in case he tumor spreads beyond the prostate gland. You must consult a doctor prior to deciding on a particular treatment for prostate cancer. This would be the best way to treat the cancer present in your prostate.
October 23, 2010
Vaccination schedule
Vaccination schedule
Man has come a long way in understanding diseases and ways to prevent them. Gone are the times when the most common cause of death was illness and infection. We now know the functioning of the immune system and the value of vaccinations in aiding and developing a strong immunity against diseases. We have developed vaccinations for a huge variety of infections and everyday, more are being tested. However, developing them alone is of no value. They have to reach the larger population to be successful in controlling the spread of disease. In such situations, having a vaccination schedule for countries and people to follow is extremely helpful. A vaccination schedule is simply a series of vaccinations, dosage and timings suggested by physicians or a health regulatory body (like the CDC) to be taken over a period of time. Some vaccinations are country specific depending on the prevalence of the disease. For example, the Yellow Fever vaccination is not on the vaccination schedule in the US but is required to be taken by travellers going to countries in the African continent. Vaccination schedules also differ for different countries. Since health facilities and vaccination costs can be expensive, it is not feasible to have the same vaccination schedule for all countries. Countries like the US have a schedule that is administered over the first 5 years of a child’s life and can cost up to $700. However in developing countries, the vaccination schedule is for the first 9 months, at a cost of about $25, excluding some of the more expensive vaccinations for rare diseases. Initially in the 1950′s there were only a few vaccinations to be taken by children, for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and smallpox. In the 1980′s vaccinations were required for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, smallpox as well as polio, rubella, measles and mumps. However, since then, several more have been added to the list, including hepatitis B, pneumococcal vaccine, varicella vaccine, etc. Owing to this ever increasing list, vaccination schedules have become more complicated than before. In the US, the vaccination schedules for children are given by many agencies including the CDC. This schedule is for 0-6 years of age and recommends some of the following vaccines: Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (TDP) vaccine, Hepatitis A and B, Influenza vaccine, Measles – Mumps – Rubella (MMR), Polio, Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine, Meningococcus vaccine etc. Owing to the advancements in science and the development of new vaccines, the number of shots that children have to take as part of the vaccination schedule is increasing every few years. However, scientists are working on combining more of the vaccines together to bring down the number of shots that the children have to take and yet remain protected against illness and infection.
October 21, 2010
Detox_from_anti_convulsant_medication
Detox_from_anti_convulsant_medication
Detoxification has become necessary process in the world we are staying. We consume various harmful products, intake of various drugs. Anxiety is very common among people due to workload, pressures in office, targetisation and if the work to be done is not completed within the given time period , anxiety, tension builds up and to get rid of this sudden mood swings people fall prey to medicines which cause harmful effects in later stages of life.. Various drugs are used to combat anxiety which have side effects in later stage. For sure it cures the anxiety at that time but after some time symptoms can be seen. We take sedative like anti convulsant for combating anxiety. Later on it becomes necessary to detox the toxins developed in the body. It sounds strange that the pills which were taken to benefit the body , now have to removed or cleansed. Whether it is for legitimate reason that the pills were taken or illegitimate one, the toxins produced by it in the body has to be cleansed. Detoxification from anti convulsant medication is dangerous. The person’s brain slows down when he is under medication, which leads to positive results in anti anxiety. Serious effects occur when one stops taking the pills. If the person continues the use of the drug, life will go normal as the brain and body become habitual, the moment it is stopped there is no longer anything reducing the sensitised brain down; brain moves with its original speed and results in unpleasant experience and symptoms of withdrawal. Detoxification of any drugs for sure results in convulsions and seizures as the depressive substances are addictive and for sure show withdrawl symptoms. These symptoms can be fatal sometimes. The detoxification from anti convulsant medication must be under supervision. There are various detox symptoms which may vary: tremens, anxiety, nausea, insomnia, restlessness, suicidal thoughts, panic attack. As one continues detoxification for some time as prescribed, the person can be cured. Although it involves risk initially, but during that period the patient has to be kept under supervision. The depressive drugs shouldn’t be used during the treatment. Huge craving for drugs is felt during the process. As the treatment progress the pain from detox also reduces. To be on safer side various selective anti convulsant and anti seizure can be used. Prior advice must be taken before going for detoxification from anti convulsant, otherwise it can be fatal in certain cases. Detoxification is not a treatment rather it is a process which leads to end addiction and help people to live a better and healthy life.