Warts are small growths on the skin caused by a virus known as human papillomavirus (HPV).Warts are an ordinary skin complaint, specifically in childhood. Warts arise in a variety of shapes and sizes. A wart may look as a bump with a rough surface, or it may be flat and smooth. Tiny blood vessels (capillaries) grow into the core of the wart to supply it with blood. HPV is passed from person to person by direct or indirect contact...more
Have you read any of the studies conducted over the last few years that have concluded with the findings that there is a possibility of a fish oil cure for prostate cancer? I know that the whole thing sounds far fetched, considering that billions of dollars have been spent on the research into effective cancer treatments. There couldn't be such a simple answer to such a complex problem is probably what you are thinking.Prostate...more
The effects of a migraine can be so severe, that some people will do just about anything to get some relief. This relief can be in the form of medication or alternative treatments.Migraines have been attributed in part, to changes in the body chemical serotonin. If serotonin levels are high, then blood vessels tend to shrink, and if they are low, blood vessels will swell. This swelling is thought to contribute to migraine headache pain.Migraine headaches can be triggered by certain foods such as cheese and red wine, smoking, warm weather, stress, poor diet, strong scents and lack of sleep, among other factors. In order to find the best relief, it is recommended that you keep track of the particular factors that preceded the onset of the migraine attack. This can be done by keep a 'headache diary.' This is simply a log of the food you eat, stressful events, weather changes etc, all factors that can set off a headache. With this is place, you can more easily identify the trigger of your migraine headache, and either eliminate or reduce it. For example, if your migraine headache is stress related, then you can look at techniques such as meditation or massages, to alleviate the...more
Amnesia (from Greek Ἀμνησία) is a condition in which memory is disturbed or lost. Memory in this context refers either to stored memories or to the process of committing something to memory. The causes of amnesia have traditionally been divided into the "organic" or the "functional". Organic causes include damage to the brain,...more
The news is good about prostate cancer. Although it is the third most often diagnosed cancer in men in the United States, following skin and lung cancers, 98 percent of sufferers are still alive five years after diagnosis. This is a vast improvement over the 64 percent rate of the late 1980s. Although the rate drops to 91 percent ten years after...more
The biggest majority of women who concern themselves over developing breast cancer are the ones who do not even bother to do a self examination (Not all) Self inspection of the breasts should be a main priority for every woman. Breast cancer caught in the early stages of growth will give better odds for the patient to control the disease with the help of today's modern medicines and technology.Breast cancer is common among the female species and can be a death sentence if ignored. By neglecting yourself in this department with absent regular check ups then you can expect a painful road ahead - congested of heartache and pain for those close to you as well. Breast cancer is treatable, so now is the time to set a date in the diary for regular self breast examination.One of the first signs or symptoms of breast cancer is a lump in the breast. You will find that most breast lumps discovered early are rated as 9 out of 10 as being benign. Breast lumpiness can be that of breast change which usually becomes more obvious just before the start of a period, particularly in women over the age of 35Also cysts/sacs of fluid is not uncommon in the breast tissue causing a feel of lumpiness....more
Melancholia is a profound presentation of depression. With this form of depression, there is a complete loss of pleasure in all or almost everything. The start of these episodes is usually not caused by a specific event, and even when...more
If you are suffering from definitive premature ejaculation and looking for an answer regarding the same then you don't have to wait any longer. Although there are treatments available for premature ejaculation but they are for the ones...more
Through the years, there have been a number of studies done attempting to determine if there's a link between the amount of coffee, tea or soft drinks you consume and your chances of getting colon cancerBut it appears that part of the question has...more
Mesothelioma deaths among workers is a sad part of this countrys history. However, there is some important research being done regarding asbestos and its complications. One interesting study is called, Asbestos-induced sister chromatid exchanges in...more
Asbestos exposure has been deadly to many people in the past decades. There is a mountain of important literature and research done on this area. One interesting study is called, Mortality from lung cancer and population risk attributable to...more
Who can argue with the facts, exposure to hazardous asbestos can be fatal. Serious doctors have reached a consensus thanks in large part to the myriad of studies researching Mesothelioma and its causes. One interesting study is called, Ecological...more