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What is Asthma? Facts and Fiction

Approximately 25 million Americans suffer from asthma, and the number of people with the condition has steadily risen since the 1980s among all age and racial groups, according to statistics compiled by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Every day over 44,000 Americans suffer an asthma attack, and nearly 5,000 people need to visit an emergency room in order to deal with an attack. Unfortunately some people never receive the care they need to overcome an attack, as the condition kills nine people a day in the U.S. The number of individuals asthma kills each year has increased by 50 percent in the last 30 years, with African Americans being three times more likely to die from the condition than other racial groups. Asthma also takes its toll on the economy, as each year over $18 billion is spent either on treatment or lost due to missed work. Understanding your asthma can help you deal with the disease on a daily basis so you can live a healthy and full life. What is Asthma?...

What Is Male Menopause: Facts, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatments

What is Male Menopause? An increasing number of men are having concerns about a decline in hormones during mid-life, as a result the words “andropause” and “male menopause” are starting to be seen everywhere. It used to be called a “mid-life crisis”. A more accurate label is the term male menopause, for the sometimes distressful and very real condition. Men are relieved that it is no longer called a silly crisis; there are a number of reasons for the decline that occur mid-life. Image Source: depositphotos.com Some physicians refer to the problem as testosterone or androgen decline in men as they are aging since there is not a period that is well defined and referred to as menopause.  It is also known as low testosterone. The production of testosterone declines as men begin aging but diabetes and other conditions can cause the decline in the male hormone production. The decline in testosterone that is experienced, can come with some symptoms including: Depression Fatigue Sexual prob...

Joint Pain - Facts, Types and Prevention

Joint Pain facts Joints build up the connections between the bones and offer assistance in addition to allow you to move. Any damage to the joint may cause very bad joint pain. However joint pain impacts lots of people which make it turning into a much bigger problem every day. And this pain can affect a person's good quality of lifestyle by making every single day working more challenging together with excruciating. Let's take a closer look at different joint pain types and how it can be prevented. Joint pain types Arthritis : Arthritis is a form of joint complaint which said to be a critical problem. Arthritis is a group of conditions which involves inflammation of one or more joints particularly in getting old. Bursitis : Bursitis is the inflammation caused by one or more bursae (Bursae are little sacks in the synovial fluid inside body). Knee Pain : knee pain is the most common illness among maximum people. The main reason of knee pain includes overusing the knee or unexpec...

Facts About Low Testosterone

About Testosterone Testosterone is the male hormone that gives men lower voices, facial hair, and sexual interest. Testosterone does been to decline gradually in men after the age of 30, but a sharp decline in testosterone is not normal, and can be a precursor to some more serious illnesses. It can also be hard to diagnose or for men to even recognize as a problem because the symptoms closely mirror the symptoms of things like depression and high blood pressure. Symptoms As previously stated, there are many symptoms of low Testosterone , and they can indicate other things such as depression or high blood pressure. However, if a man is experiencing several of these symptoms together, it is very important that he consult his doctor for further testing: Lowered libido – Although a man’s sex drive will decrease as he becomes older, a marked disinterest in sex can be an indicator of low testosterone. Lack of energy – Low testosterone has also been linked to lower energy and becoming tired ...

Belviq: Facts, Ingredients and Side Effects

Belviq is manufactured by “Arena Pharmaceuticals”. Belviq weight loss drug manufacturer says that Belviq will be made available to U.S. patients within few days, which is nearly year after this weight loss drug approved by federal regulators. So let’s take a closer look and review facts and fiction about this drug. What is Belviq? BELVIQ is weight loss drug approved by the US Food and Drug Administration to use as an assistant to a decrease calorie diet plan and also improved physical exercise for long term excess weight control in adult individuals. Facts about Belviq Individual with initial BMI of 30 kg/m2 or more, obsessed , or 27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbid condition get relief by belviq which reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. BELVIQ is considered to lessen meal intake in addition to promote satiety by selectively turning on serotonin 2C receptors in the human brain. Activation of those receptors enables ...

Colon Cancer Facts

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common cancer and the 3rd leading cause of cancer death. Colorectal cancer often develops without any symptoms, but the great news is that it can be preventable if caught early, with a screening exam.  With recommended guidelines for colorectal cancer screening, your doctor can find colon polyps and remove them, before they become cancerous. Colorectal cancer forms in the tissues of the colon, which is the largest part of the intestine.  Rectal cancer forms in the tissues of the rectum, which is the last several inches of the large intestine before the anus.  Either of these cancers is called colorectal cancer.   Get the facts on the disease, as well as colon cancer screening and prevention with Capital Digestive Care's infographic and please share with your loved ones - especially those 50 or older (45 for African Americans), or those with a family history. More information is available at:  http://ww...

What is Menopause: Facts, Causes And Symptoms

Menopause Facts Menopause marks the end of the reproductive phase of a woman’s life. When a woman ages, her body experiences many changes and a lot of them are triggered by the hormonal changes brought on by menopause the end of the menstrual cycle. While many may regard as a blessing, it is important to understand how it affects the body. What triggers menopause? With the arrival of the mid-forties, the ovaries reduce the production of the sex hormones , namely progesterone and estrogen. Apart from impacting a woman’s health and certain physical aspects, these hormones are collectively responsible for Ovulation - the process by which an egg is released by the ovaries into the fallopian tubes . Normal development and function of the uterus Growth of breasts Preparation of the lining of the uterus to accept the fertilized egg. The most common age for menopause: Ages between 40 up to 60 are considered normal for the onset of menopause in the Western World. Women typically get their la...