The individuals of Philippines are in an uproar. Nature would seem to have unleashed her fury all more than them. The super typhoon Juan has left the Northern Sierra Madre in bits. There is news that if Juan have been to continue on the same route that it has nearly seventy per cent of the paddy fields in the Philippines will be grinded to dust. There will be no 1 to blame for the furious debacle that is bound to ensue. When unleashed, Mother...more
This article looks at methotrexate for psoriasis treatment and possible side effects. Psoriasis on it's own is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin, nails and body joint. A common feature of psoriasis is the dryness and reddish patches found on the skin. Psoriasis also happens on the knees and elbows, finger nails and the toes. The later effects on the knees and toes is termed psoriatic nail dystrophy.One of the common features of...more
Mesothelioma cancer is categorized into three according to the area in which the infection occurs. It is caused by over exposure to asbestos. The three types of mesothelioma are the pleural mesothelioma, which affects the mesothelium around the lung cavities; the peritoneal, found in the lining of the abdomen; and the pericardial, which attacks the heart cavities. The former one which attacks the lining of the lungs is also called asbestos lung mesothelioma because it infects the cavities of the lung and is caused by asbestos.The pleural mesothelioma is surely a life threatening disease. It may also happen that the infection spreads all long the lung and it has to be removed. The fine fibers of asbestos settle down in the pleural linings. It triggers some chemical reactions resulting in harmful cell division. As a consequence pleural effusion and thickening of the layer happens obstructing the easy motion of the lungs causing breathing problems. The infection may take years and decades to reach this advanced stage.Diagnosing pleural mesothelioma becomes sometimes extremely difficult, especially if the doctor is nor skillful in the field. Many symptoms of this cancer are similar to...more
Sciatica Treatments: A Guide to Non-Surgical Relief By: Jeanina Dupersoy About the Author http://www.reliefforsciatica.netMy background is in civil engineering with an MBA. My personal interest is helping people in various ways through my volunteer work and providing information that can improve their lives (ArticlesBase...more
What To Expect With Chemotherapy Treatment By: Shauna Rupert About the Author MayaQA is the largest repository of factual questions and answers on the Web. This site features an ever-growing (1 million+) answers to common questions in multiple languages. Questions are neatly categorized by field of interest. MayaQA offers...more
Dual diagnosis treatment is indicated when substance abuse occurs with the additional presence of concurrent psychiatric disorders. These mental health disorders typically include one or more of the following: depression, anxiety, compulsive and/or obsessive behaviors, among others.There is often confusion and, unfortunately, misinformation promulgated regarding the similarities and/or differences between co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis issues. Oftentimes, the two are used interchangeable, which is incorrect usage and application.Co-occurring disorders are defined as the presence or manifestation of multiple psychiatric issues, one of which may or may not include substance abuse. Hence, the two terms are not interchangeable. Dual diagnosis treatment uncovers and addresses the underlying psychiatric issues, concomitant with substance abuse, with the goal of managing those mental health issues to the point that the patient can function at a high level.Dual diagnosis treatment ideally combines time-proven methods with research-based innovation and emerging evidence-based practices, which lead to the successful outcome described. There are numerous components and...more
There are certain risk factors which might lead to cancer development. These are: Growing Older Tobacco Sunlight Ionizing radiation Certain chemicals and other substances Some viruses and bacteria Certain hormones Family history of cancer ...more
As the name implies, a Bipolar Disorder Treatment is something that can help you deal with the symptoms of a bipolar disorder. Sometimes the medical community likes to use somewhat confusing names. That is why some people call it bipolar disorder...more
The term Cancer refers to any one of a large number of diseases in which a group of cells show an abnormal development with an uncontrollable division beyond the normal limits. They have the ability to intrude and destroy adjacent body tissues....more
Myth: Cancer Is Contagious. Truth: People fear having any contacts with a cancer patient. This is absolutely wrong. You cannot catch a cancer. There is simply no need to avoid someone just because they have cancer. Its perfectly okay to touch and...more
Cancer is treated in different ways. As yet, there is no single treatment for curing cancer. A combination of therapies and palliative care is given to the cancer patients. Often two or more types of treatment are combined for this purpose....more
Exercise Regular exercise helps in speeding up your recovery and also increases your sense of well-being. It will provide the following benefits: Strengthens the immune systems Increases strength and endurance Increases self-esteem ...more