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Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids can cause infertility by presenting as a space occupying lesion; by contiguous enlargement and subsequent blockade of the tubes, by formation of adhesions, by exhibiting heavy menstrual flow causing symptomatic anemia and causing irregularities of menstruation and hormonal imbalance, and by causing discomfort and pain during intercourse.
What Is Tonsilitis
Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils, caused by either bacteria or viruses. Tonsils are groups of tissue, similar to the lymph nodes or 'glands' that circle the throat. This circle of tissue is part of a ring of glandular tissue around the throat called Waldeyer's ring, and the tonsils are found on either side of the back of the throat.
Heart Attack Causes, Symptoms And Signs
The blood supply to the heart is usually stopped by a blood clot in the coronary arteries, causing the heart attack. The arteries are narrowed in places due to 'plaques' - a build-up of the fatty substance cholesterol over many years.
What Causes Diabetes And Types Of Diabetes
A healthy diet, regular exercise, and culturally sensitive care may be helpful in preventing and controlling diabetes, say researchers. The findings are based on recent reviews that suggest that a healthy diet and exercise can help prevent diabetes, and that patients from ethnic minorities do better with diabetes education that takes their language and culture into account.
Mental Health
The feeling of depression is deeper, longer and more unpleasant than the short periods of unhappiness we all have from time to time. This presents a very bleak picture. However, it’s important to remember that depression isn’t an absolute – it’s not simply a case of either you’re depressed or you’re not. There’s a progression [...]
Anorexia nervosa The main symptom is the relentless pursuit of thinness through self-starvation. This may become so extreme that it’s life-threatening. It most frequently affects young women, but anorexia is found among both sexes of all ages, and across social and ethnic groups. Some of the signs are: Severe weight lossDistortions and misconceptions about weight [...]
The feeling of depression is deeper, longer and more unpleasant than the short periods of unhappiness that we all have from time to time. This presents a very bleak picture. However, it’s important to remember that depression isn’t an absolute – it’s not simply a case of either you’re depressed or you’re not. There’s a [...]
Electro-convulsive therapy: What is it? ECT involves placing electrodes on the temples, on one or both sides of the patient’s head, and delivering a small electrical current, with the patient sedated or under anaesthetic. The aim is to produce a seizure lasting up to a minute, after which the brain activity should return to normal. [...]
For some, the holidays are an especially difficult time. For others, this is a joyous time of year. Need more help?National Suicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-TALK (8255) Go to the nearest hospital or emergency roomCall your physician, health provider or clergyNational Alliance on Mental Illnesswww.nami.org1-800-950-NAMI (6264)Holiday depression – and depression in general – challenges even the most [...]
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It’s well known that depression symptoms can be caused or worsened by many medical illnesses. Need more help? National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Go to the nearest hospital or emergency room. Call your physician, health provider or clergy. National Alliance on Mental Illness. www.nami.org. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) One of these is for thyroid disease. Your [...]
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What is Alzheimer’s Disease? The term ‘Alzheimer’s disease’ is used to describe a disease of unknown cause that leads to dementia. Dementia is a condition affecting the brain, leading to a reduction in the mental abilities of that person. This often causes problems in their ability to cope with daily activities, and to interfere with [...]
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