Uric acid becomes a byproduct when food is consumed and processed within the body. Under normal conditions the kidneys work to flush out the excess acid. But when uric acid builds up, it is deposited in the joints of the body where it forms crystal. These crystals aggravate the surrounding joint tissue that leads to swelling and pain. Gout often occurs overnight but may take weeks to disappear.If you suffer from this debilitating...more
Stasis Dermatitis is skin eczema that is found on the lower legs, associated with a blood circulation problem called venous insufficiency. This happens when the valves within the veins are no working properly. Stasis dermatitis is a condition found in middle-aged and elderly people, with mostly 6%-7% of the population above 50 years of age being affected by the condition. The chance of developing stasis dermatitis increases with...more
Polycystic ovarian syndrome, also known as PCOS, is a condition that occurs in roughly 10% of women and is a very common cause of female infertility. The condition is associated with small cysts on the patient's ovaries and may cause other symptoms as well. Diagnosis of PCOS is not limited to identifying cysts on the ovaries, however, as this may be due to a number of reasons. The condition is often diagnosed when abnormal menstrual periods are noticed, as well as higher levels of androgen, a male hormone. Menstrual abnormalities may include delayed periods, fewer periods or absent periods.There are various other signs and symptoms of PCOS such as acne, excessive body hair and male-pattern hair loss, as well as obesity, high insulin levels and insulin resistance, as well as many others. So once a doctor has diagnosed you with PCOS, how can you treat it? And what have been proven to be successful treatments for the condition?The birth control pill is a possible treatment for women who are not trying to get pregnant and who have few side effects associated with androgen. Progesterone therapy is also a possibility for women with PCOS, although this is not a birth...more
Botox has been utilized for over 15 years in the cosmetic surgery industry as a preferred treatment for facial lines. Certainly, it has grow to be one of the most preferred plastic surgery treatment. It's comes from the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, that can be hazardous if present in large doasage amounts and is the toxin which leads to food...more
In vitro fertilization is perhaps the most well-known of all of the available fertility treatments. Because of this, many incorrectly consider it a surefire way to get pregnant when they are unable to do so naturally. They're quickly brought to reality upon speaking with a fertility doctor, however, as they realize that the chance of...more
Multiple Sclerosis is a debilitating disease that currently has no cure. However, Multiple Sclerosis treatments can help control the symptoms and potentially improve quality of life for those who suffer from the disease.Multiple Sclerosis treatments focus on battling the autoimmune response and managing symptoms of MS. Treatments include medications, therapies as well as procedures. Common medications used in treating MS include 1) Corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are the most commonly used drugs to treat MS. Corticosteroids work by reducing inflammation that emerges during relapses. MS causes the body's immune system to attack its own tissues. Corticosteroids suppress the body's immune system which reduces the effects of the immune systems attack. 2) Interferons are used to slow the rate which MS symptoms worsen. The unfortunate side effect to interferons is that interferons may cause serious liver damage. 3) Glatiramer is taken by injection and blocks the immune system's attack on myelin. Myelin lines nerve fibers to protect and insulate neurons in the body. Side effects of taking Glatiramer include shortness of breath. 4) Natalizumab works by disrupting the...more
A painful mass of dilated veins in anal tissue is known as hemorrhoids. It is an irritating and distressing condition which produces symptoms like burning, itching, bleeding and sometimes can be extremely painful also. There are many...more
For the most part, acid reflux does not have to have a monumental impact on your life. In fact, believe it or not, if you pay attention to your symptoms and make the proper lifestyle changes, there is no reason that you shouldn't be...more
Treating Sjogren's syndrome is a complicated endeavor. Not every individual who has Sjogren's syndrome has the same symptoms or the same severity of symptoms. Still, this condition must be treated. It is just that the treatments for sjogren's...more
You have to take several factors into account when you treat your acid reflux disorder. It will depend on your particular body chemistry, if you are suffering from any other medical problems as well as your diet and other lifestyle...more
When looking to treat wrinkles using Botox, many consumers are baffled when they are told that the injections can only be applied to limited areas of the face. While frustrating, this is certainly something done for the benefit of...more
A yeast free diet is a diet that is followed by those who are yeast intolerant and is intended to inhibit the overgrowth of Candida yeast within the body. If you notice that you have specific symptoms directly related with certain...more