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1). "Pinkeye" - Conjunctivitis By : Tyler
Commonly known as pinkeye, Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the outer most layer of the eye and the inner side of the eyelid. Conjunctivitis infections commonly come in one of three flavours: viral, bacterial, or allergic. There is, however, several other cases of less common conjunctivitis: - Chemicals - Thermal and ultraviolet bu...
2). "What on Earth is a Celiac?" By : DIANE JAKUBOWKSI
Diane Jakubowski was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in spring of 2003,and her somewhat confused physician sent Jakubowski to the nearest health food market for answers. Celiac Disease, also known as Celiac Sprue, is a genetically-linked autoimmune disease in which the absorbing surface of the small intestine is damaged by gluten, the protein found i...
3). 10 Most Likely Cancers You Are Going To Get By : paul wilson1
One of the greatest concerns America has today is cancer. The figures are alarming according to the National Cancer Institute studies a total of 1,372,910 new cases of cancer and 570, 280 deaths were predicted for the year 2005. Approximately one in every four deaths is due to cancer.
Research indicates that the lifetime probability o...
4). 10 ways to protect your self from bankruptcy caused by prolonged illness. By : paul wilson1
Accidents and prolonged sickness can be a drain both emotionally as well as financially. Sometimes money crunch is caused by the inability to hold a job, or when the medical bills escalate and it becomes increasingly difficult to balance expenses.
Further, medical insurance may prove insufficient or will not cover long term medication...
5). 3 Super Tips to Prevent An Eczema Outbreak By : Evelyn Lim
The best way to deal with eczema is to prevent it from happening, since there is no cure for it. Adopt these 3 Super Tips, you would have saved yourself from another outbreak!
6). 5 Acid Reflux Facts That You Should Know About By : Khim Lim
Get the facts and understand what would the appropriate treatment for it be through this insightful article.
7). 5 Main Acid Reflux Symptoms That You Should Keep A Lookout For By : Khim Lim
Early detection of symptoms is key to treatment and permanent damage developing. Find out what are the symptoms that you should be looking out for.
8). 6 Essential Facts You Should Know About Bipolar Disorder By : DrSusan
Mental health authorities estimate that more than 2 million adults have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder (also called manic-depression), a chemical imbalance in the brain causing extreme mood swings from manic highs to agonizing lows. Although a diagnosis of bipolar disorder can be frightening and confusing, it is a treatable and manageable con...
9). 6 Home Smoking Tips for Family Allergies By : Charles Kassotis
Learn how to keep tobacco smoke from causing allergy flare-ups.
10). 6 Simple Communication Stress Busters for a Healthy Heart By : Charles Kassotis
Use language to reduce daily stress to keep your heart healthy and strong.
11). 7 Tips to Take Control of Bipolar Disorder By : DrSusan
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a life-long illness affecting the chemistry of the brain. In classic cases, it causes severe mood swings from manic episodes of extreme highs to depressive episodes of debilitating lows, with relatively normal periods in-between. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, over 2 millio...
12). A Better Understanding Of Arthritis By : Jeff Jefferson
The term "Arthritis" refers to more than 100 different types of diseases which all cause pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints of affected people. All arthritis conditions involve some form of joint pain or the other. However, the seriousness of the joint pain, the duration of the joint pain and degree of the joint pain vary from one type...
13). A Bird-Flu Pandemic Could Start Tomorrow By : Bradford Frank M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A.
Bird flu is a disease caused by a specific type of avian (bird) influenza virus, the so-called H5N1 virus. This virus was first discovered in birds in China in 1997 and since then has infected 125 people in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Indonesia, killing 64 of them. It is spread by infected migratory birds (including wild ducks and geese) to do...
14). A Summary Of Chronic Hepatitis C Infection By : Greg Lietz
Hepatitis C is a stealthy virus that mutates while hiding in liver cells and other organ cells like the spleen and gall bladder. The fact that the viral cells "hide" makes it very difficult for the body's immune system to eradicate it. Hepatitis C is a slowly progressing disease sometimes taking many years until symptoms are noticeable. It is at th...
15). A Variola Story By : Tyler
Let me start by introducing myself; my name is Variola. It is a latin name, so most people just call me "Smallpox". I'm not going to lie to you, I am a horrible friend. I tend to keep you all to myself during our time together. I am highly contagious and only like to hang around with humans, as other mammals scare me. I can attack you in 2 forms: V...
16). About Anorexia By : Ryan Larson
Plainly put, anorexia is an eating disorder where a person starves him or herself. Anorexia mainly affects adolescent girls. They have an intense fear of becoming fat. They think they are overweight, but in fact most anorexics weigh a full 15% below their normal body weight. Anorexia strikes about 1% of adolescent females. This is about one in one ...
17). About Cerebral Palsy By : Frank Hague
Definition of Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a general term describing a group of chronic non-pregressive neurological symptoms which cause impaired control of movement and which are evident in the first few years of life, usually before age 3. The disorders are induced by damage or faulty development of the motor areas in the brain...
18). Acid Reflux - Causes By : Michael Russell
Acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) occurs when the liquid that is in the stomach backs up into the esophagus. This is usually a condition which persists throughout the life of the individual. Because the acid backs up into the esophagus, the esophagus may be damaged.
Acid reflux (GERD) can have many causes. The acti...
19). Acid Reflux - Is It Just Indigestion? By : Michael Russell
What is acid reflux though?
It is the liquid in the stomach regurgitating into the oesophagus (gullet). Much of this liquid is acid produced in the stomach which is harmful to the walls of the oesophagus. Reflux happens to most people but because we spend much of our time upright, gravity ensures that the liquid returns to the stomach ...
20). Acid Reflux - Treating it with Diet and Lifestyle Changes By : Michael Russell
It seems that one of the major culprits causing acid reflux is alcohol. Not good news for the drinkers amongst us. Take heart though, it is probably only excessive drinking that's to blame - perceived wisdom is that a couple of glasses of wine with your dinner won't hurt you, although there is some argument as to whether red or white is better. Per...
21). Acid Reflux - Treating It With Medication By : Michael Russell
Antacids and Alignates
Antacids are generally available without a doctor's prescription and relieve the symptoms of acid indigestion and heartburn (dyspepsia).
The usual ingredients of antacids are magnesium or aluminium and they work by neutralising the acid produced in the stomach which is the cause of indigestion and ac...
22). Acid Reflux Disease in Infants By : Michael Russell
The lower end of the esophagus is protected by a valve called the Lower Esophageal sphincter (LES). This valve opens to allow food from the esophagus into the stomach and then closes up to protect the esophagus from the acid content of the stomach. Several conditions can compromise this valve, allowing gastric content into the esophagus. As in adul...
23). Acid Reflux Disease, Causes and Effects By : Michael Russell
The first explanation for the cause of this condition is that because of the incompetence of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) acidic contents of the stomach are allowed up into the esophagus, which results in a burning sensation. The LES is a valve that is found at the lower end of the esophagus and separates it from the stomach and its content...
24). Acid Reflux-cause and natural remedies By : smgenie
Natural stomach acid is in your stomach for a reason. The actual acid is not the cause of acid reflux disease. It is not a nasty poison that someone put there. The acid breaks down foods and sorts them out into the right department so to speak. Proper digestion depends on the presence of adequate stomach acid while you are eating.
Whe...
25). Acid Reflux: What You Really Need To Know. By : Tyson J Stevenson
The formation of gases and acidic substances in the stomach and its backing up into the esophagus causes severe pain or burning sensation in the stomach and chest area that is clinically known as Acid Reflux or Gastroespohageal Reflux Disease.
26). Acupuncture for Eczema By : Evelyn Lim
Many are now turning to acupuncture for treatment against many diseases and illnesses. This article provides an overview of acupunture for eczema.
27). Acupuncture for Sinus Headaches By : Sandra Kim Leong
The treatment for sinus headaches by conventional medicine focuses on controlling the sinus inflammation and it involves antibiotic cure and surgery in acute cases. Of late, it has been found that acupuncture is an effective complementary and alternative therapy for sinus headaches. Read this article to find out more.
28). Acute Infectious Anthrax By : Ryan Fyfe
Anthrax is an acute infectious disease that exists in animals and can by transmitted to humans. Caused by Bacillus anthracis, Anthrax, primarily affects farm animals such as goats, hogs, sheep, horses. In the majority of these cases the disease is fatal. To simply how the disease works: Bacillus anthracis creates toxins that cause fluid to accumula...
29). ADD And Coexisting Conditions - Why Is It So Complicated? By : Sarah K. Jenkins
ADD is often accompanied by a coexisting condition. On the other hand, often ADD and these other conditions have similar symptoms and, therefore, are easily misdiagnosed. Of course, this creates a plethora of problems as these disorders, when separate, must be treated differently. A misdiagnosis will lead to ineffective treatment. As coexisting con...
30). ADHD Without Hyperactivity By : Randy Zakowski
Those who suffer from hypoactivity, are the complete opposite of those who have hyperactivity. Essentially, they are under active, having little to no ability to remain active
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