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Asthma is a chronic condition of the airways or tubes of the lungs. It narrows the airways and make it difficult to breathe. Source Causes The exact cause of asthma is not clear. It may be caused by a combination of factors including environment, genetics, and biology. Asthma symptoms are caused by an increased sensitivity of the airways to certain triggers. The triggers cause the lining of the airways to swell and produce extra fluid called mucus. At the same time the muscles around the outside of the airway tighten in response to the irritation. All of these reactions narrow the airways and make it difficult to breathe. This response is often referred to as an asthma attack. Possible triggers of an asthma attack in a person with asthma include: Viral illness Exercise Cold weather Sinusitis Gastroesophageal reflux disease  (GERD) Sulfites used in dried fruits and wine Medications, such as aspirin , ibuprofen , and beta-blockers Exposure to irritants or allergens, in

Anorexia is an eating disorder . It occurs when a person's obsession with diet and exercise leads to extreme weight loss. The disorder is considered if a person refuses to maintain a body weight at or above 85% of their ideal body weight. It can be fatal. The cause is still unknown. Source Risk Factors A risk factor increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. Risk factors for anorexia include the following: Sex: female Age: adolescence or early adulthood Low self-esteem Feelings of helplessness Perfectionism Fear of becoming overweight Familial pressure to be thin Families that are overprotective, rigid, not involved, or in conflict Family history of eating disorders Emotional stress Mood disorders, such as  depression  or  generalized anxiety disorder Personality disorders Influenced by social and fashion trends emphasizing or glamorizing thinness Symptoms Symptoms may include: Excessive weight loss Obsession with food, calories, and f

The study included data from 14,000 people in Olmsted County, Minn., who were part of the Rochester Epidemiology Project and who visited a doctor or other health care provider sometime between Jan. 1, 2005 and Dec. 31, 2009. They found that the top 10 most common reasons for seeing the doctor were: 1. Skin disorders, including cysts, acne and dermatitis. 2. Joint disorders, including osteoarthritis. 3. Back problems. 4. Cholesterol problems. 5. Upper respiratory conditions. 6. Anxiety, bipolar disorder and depression. 7. Chronic neurological disorders. 8. High blood pressure. 9. Headaches and migraines. 10. Diabetes. Source

Causes Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder. This means that problems in brain development cause autism. Scientists are searching for answers about what causes these development problems. Studies suggest: Autism seems to run in some families. Several genes may be involved. Problems during pregnancy or delivery may interfere with normal brain development. Something in the environment that a child is exposed to may be a factor. Risk Factors These factors increase your chance of developing autism: Sex: male (Boys are four times more likely to have autism than girls.) Family history: siblings of a child with autism have a 3%-7% chance of being autistic. A number of other conditions are related to autism, although the relationship between them is not clear: Neurofibromatosis Tuberous sclerosis Fragile X syndrome Phenylketonuria (PKU) Möbius syndrome Epilepsy Herpes encephalitis Cytomegalovirus Problems during pregnancy or delivery Having  rubella  during preg

Anxiety may occur with other conditions, such as alcohol abuse , drug abuse , and depression . Causes Anxiety disorders may result from a combination of factors, such as: Genetics Factors in the environment Chemical imbalances in the brain (e.g., serotonin, norepinephrine) may also play a role. Risk Factors Factors that may increase the risk of anxiety disorders include: Sex: female Family member with anxiety disorders Stressful life events Poor coping strategies History of physical or psychological trauma Symptoms Psychological symptoms may include: Worry or dread Obsessive or intrusive thoughts Sense of imminent danger or catastrophe Fear or panic Restlessness Irritability Impatience Ambivalence (uncertainty) Trouble concentrating Physical symptoms may include: Rapid heartbeat Sweating (especially the palms) Dry mouth Flushing or blushing Muscle tension Shortness of breath Feeling lightheaded or fainting Difficulty sleeping Shaking Cho

Treatment The goal of treatment is to promote healing, decrease the risk of infection, and prevent complications. If your dog bit you and it has had all its vaccinations, you may be able to treat a minor wound yourself. However, call your provider for medical advice. Receiving medical care within the first 24 hours decreases the chance of infection. Seek medical care in these situations: Bite from any wild animal (Bites from rabbits and rodents (squirrels, mice, rats) are quite unlikely to cause rabies.) Cat or human bites (These are particularly prone to developing rapid and serious infection.) Deep or large wound Infection Five or more years since your last  tetanus shot Regardless of the severity of the bite, see a doctor if you have a chronic medical condition, such as: Diabetes Liver disease Heart or lung disease Arthritis or  lupus Poor circulation Cancer Immune system deficiency Self-care Wash the wound with soap and water for at least five minutes

Here are the answers from a lot of speculations and assumption regarding oral sex, read and be guided.. Source: Mount Sinai Medical Center

The benefits of not smoking aside from saving your lungs.. You'll Be Less Anxious Even though smokers may believe taking a long drag on a cigarette can help to calm nerves, a British study published earlier this year suggests that quitting can actually decrease anxiety more over the long-term. "People who achieve abstinence experience a marked reduction in anxiety whereas those who fail to quit experience a modest increase in the long term," researchers wrote in the British Journal of Psychiatry study, as reported by CBC News. Similarly, a 2010 study in the journal Addiction showed that perceived stress decreased for people who quit smoking for a year after hospitalization for heart disease, Reuters reported. Your Mouth Will Thank You Quitting the habit could dramatically decrease your risk of dental problems like cavities and gum disease, and even more dangerous conditions like oral cancer, according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Pickles There's a reason the pickleback is a popular hangover cure: drinking robs the body of electrolytes and drinking salty brine can help replace them. Get a head start by eating pickles or another salty snack before you're dehydrated. Almonds A small handful of almonds before drinking is an old Native American hangover antidote. And Gwyneth Paltrow's GOOP newsletter suggests eating a sandwich with almond butter, honey and banana before passing out. Cactus Ingesting prickly pear cactus extract before going out can help relieve hangover symptoms,according to a 2004 study. If you're feeling ambitious, cook the plant to make juice -- or take a dietary supplement. Hummus Alcohol quickly depletes the body of the B vitamins. Replacing them with a B complex pill or a natural source such as hummus -- and the amino acids in the tahini don't hurt either -- can help ward off hangover symptoms. Eggs Eggs are a good source of cysteine, an amino acid that he

  When a child reaches puberty, or the teenage years, his body starts to produce sex hormones. These hormones, responsible for child's physical development, affects the skin as well. Acne or pimples start to appear because they are influenced by androgenic or male sex hormones. Women taking contraceptive pills are also susceptible to acne formation. What can you do?   Always be gentle with your skin. Do not touch, prick, or squeeze your pimples. It can lead to deep or pitted scars. Instead leave the pimples alone and allow the inflammation to subside. They will gradually disappear when teens get to be in the early 20s for males and a little later for females.   Use only mild baby soap. Avoid using antibacterial soap or cosmetics with heavy oils like cocoa butter, or cleansers and creams with moisturizers.   If your pimples are in chest and back, avoid using tight clothes, constant rubbing in the area, and using strong and heavily scented shampoos and conditioner (if you have

  Garlic is a glabrous, bulbous herb which grows to about 30 cm. high. The leaves are flat, narrow and long. The bulb consists of numerous bulblets, known as cloves, enclosed within a whitish skin. It is well known herb in the garden. It is grown for culinary and medicinal purposes. Its Medicinal use: Kill or expel worms from the body. Prevents or cures spasms. Stimulates flow of saliva, helps in digestion, relieves flatulence and griping pains from stomach and bowels. Promotes the flow of urine. promotes the removal of mucous secretions from the brochial tubes. To reduce or eliminate fevers. Promotes the dissipation of a growth or swelling. Can be used in chronic bronchitis, tuberculosis, pneumonia, asthma, and other respiratory ailments. It is excellent medicine for colds and can be used in the case of sore throat, hoarseness and tonsillitis. Best remedy for hypertension. Acts as a natural antibiotic and prevents cancer. Good remedy for earache, deafness and the d

 Onion is a plant that does not need any description because is well-known everywhere.   Its Medicinal use: As a stimulant. Promotes the flow of urine. Promotes the removal of mucous secretions from the bronchial tubes. Promotes menstrual flow. Soothes and protects the alimentary tract and relieves inflammation. Purifies blood. Tuberculosis, infectious venereal diseases, typhoid fever, abnormal accumulation of liquid in cellular tissue, diabetes, cough, chest and lung problems, influenza, rheumatism, inflamed joints, skin diseases, kidney/gallstones, liver problems, intermittent fever, asthma, nausea and constipation. Good for insect bites, tumors, inflammations, boils containing pus, ulcers, nasal bleeding and arthritis. Raw onion juice promotes growth of hair and prevents baldness. How to use: Onion eaten raw, is good for the various disorders and diseases mentioned under Medicinal use. Mixed with a little pure honey, the onion is externally used for insect bi

How is it?   Skin peeling and skin bleaching are two different whitening techniques. Tretinoin is an example of skin peeling substance. It causes the most superficial layer of the skin to mature faster and peel off. Those who have dark discoloration caused by the inflammation from an acne or chickenpox can apply this to peel off the darkened skin. But even without this chemical, that layer of the skin, in natural process, the skin will eventually peel off and blend with the original skin tone in a slower process.   The most popular medication being used now to whiten the skin is through the use of glutathione. Glutathione is an amino acid compound primarily used  as "liver vitamin" or as antioxidant. Its side effect is to stop or block skin pigmentation that can lead to a whiter and smoother  skin. It is now widely used for this cosmetic effect. It is available in several forms: as capsule, as spray under the tongue, and an inject-able preparation. What can you do? Be

Almost everyone are used to drink soft drinks occasional or daily, and because almost are drinking, we don't mind and disregard the bad effect of it in our body. But let us be vigilant this time, we might be protecting our body from harmful device but we are putting in daily liquid that gives pleasure to our taste but slowly killing not only our tissue and organ but our whole system. Let us act smartly and quickly before it is too late, the warning is already arrived, don't wait for the danger of losing our only vehicle, the body which the living soul rides. Let us live happily by staying healthy. The picture below will show the details of the soft drink can destroy if we continue the habit of drinking it daily.

We are supposed to get less than 1,500 mg salt a day (less than one teaspoon of table salt!). Most Americans far supersede this limit. Sodium's in most everything you eat, and now the American Heart Association (AHA) is highlighting the top foods with excess sodium, aptly named “The Salty Six.” Before we jump into the list, here's some context. A teaspoon of straight up salt contains 2,300 mg of sodium. When you look on a nutrition label, a serving's worth of sodium that's within the safe range are as follows: Sodium-free = less than 5mg per serving Very low sodium - 35 mg or less per serving Low sodium = 140mg or less per serving Keep in mind, high blood pressure and sodium affects more than your heart -- those darn wrinkles. Too much salt can decrease calcium levels in your body. So lowering your salt consumption keeps your bones stronger. 1. Bread And Rolls This tops the list because we Americans simply consume too much bread, period. A 1-ounce slice