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Side effects of human growth hormone   created at May 19, 2009   1,092   Side effects of human growth hormone (HGH) can vary depending on dosage and individual factors,but common ones include fluid retention (causing swelling in hands,feet,and ankles),joint pain,muscle aches,carpal tunnel syndrome,increased risk of diabetes,hig...

Does Lyme disease affect mental functioning?   created at May 06, 2009   1,074   Lyme disease can affect mental functioning.While the most commonly known symptoms are physical,neurological and psychiatric manifestations are also common,and can occur even in the absence of other clear symptoms.These mental effects can range from mild to...

Does other diseases accompany Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,219   Lyme disease,if left untreated,can be accompanied by a variety of other health issues,sometimes years after the initial infection.These can include neurological problems like meningitis or encephalitis,cardiac complications such as heart block or myocardit...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?   created at May 06, 2009   1,228   Lyme disease is not a new illness; while it was first identified and named in 1975 following an outbreak in Lyme,Connecticut,the disease itself,caused by bacteria transmitted through infected ticks,has likely existed for much longer.Evidence suggests the i...

How prevalent is Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,085   The prevalence of Lyme disease is difficult to state precisely due to several factors: underreporting,variations in testing and diagnostic criteria,and differing levels of awareness and surveillance across geographical regions.However,we can say that Lyme ...

How does Lyme disease start?   created at May 06, 2009   1,075   Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium of the *Borrelia* genus,which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks.In the early stages of the disease,symptoms include fever,headache,fatigue,and a characteris...

What is Lyme Disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,078   Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.The bacteria responsible is Borrelia Burgdorferi (and in some areas,related species). If left untreated,the infection can spread to joints,the heart,...

Treatment for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   1,073   Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics,typically doxycycline,amoxicillin,or cefuroxime for adults,and amoxicillin or cefuroxime for children.The duration of treatment depends on the stage of the infection and the individual's response,ranging from a few ...

Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 06, 2009   1,095   Lyme disease,caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks,is a complex illness with a wide range of symptoms that can vary significantly between individuals and over the course of the infection.Early diagnosis and treatment...

Side effects of vulvar cancer chemotherapy   created at May 05, 2009   1,077   Chemotherapy for vulvar cancer can cause a range of side effects,varying in severity depending on the specific drugs used and the individual's overall health.Common side effects include fatigue,nausea and vomiting,diarrhea or constipation,mouth sores,hair ...

What are the side effects of treatment for Colorectal Cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,056   Side effects of colorectal cancer treatment vary depending on the type of treatment (surgery,chemotherapy,radiation,targeted therapy,immunotherapy) and the individual.Common side effects include fatigue,nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,constipation,pain,hair loss,...

Focus Forward: Using Visual Distraction to Halt Hiccups   created at May 03, 2009   1,074   The "Focus Forward" method for stopping hiccups uses visual distraction to interrupt the hiccuping reflex.Instead of focusing on the sensation of hiccups,the individual is instructed to intensely focus their attention on a visually stimulating object or ac...

Beyond the Hic: Exploring Associated Symptoms of Hiccups   created at May 03, 2009   1,066   While hiccups themselves are typically benign,associated symptoms can offer clues to underlying causes.These can include neurological issues like stroke or multiple sclerosis manifested as accompanying weakness,numbness,or altered speech; gastrointestinal ...

Understanding Hiccups: Unraveling the Mystery Behind the Spasms   created at May 03, 2009   1,064   Hiccups,those sudden and involuntary contractions of the diaphragm,are familiar to nearly everyone.But what exactly causes these perplexing spasms,and why do they occur?.Hiccups,those involuntary spasms of the diaphragm,are a surprisingly complex phenomeno...

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,073   Diagnosing endocrine cancer involves a combination of methods,starting with a thorough medical history and physical exam.Blood tests measure hormone levels to detect excesses or deficiencies indicative of tumors.Imaging techniques like ultrasound,CT scans,...

What are the treatment options for endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,053   Treatment for endocrine cancers depends on the specific type,stage,and location of the tumor,as well as the patient's overall health.Options include surgery to remove the tumor,radiation therapy to target cancer cells,hormone therapy to manipulate hormone ...

How do you diagnose endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,055   Diagnosing endocrine cancer typically involves a combination of physical examination,blood tests to measure hormone levels (often revealing elevated or suppressed levels),imaging studies like CT scans,MRI,or PET scans to locate tumors,and biopsy to obtain ...

Gamma Knife & Stereotactic Radiosurgery   created at May 04, 2009   1,093   Gamma Knife and stereotactic radiosurgery are advanced,non-invasive radiation therapies that deliver highly focused doses of radiation to precisely target small tumors or lesions in the brain.Gamma Knife uses multiple beams of gamma radiation from cobalt-6...

Precision Treatment: Understanding Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,076   Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a precise radiation therapy technique used to treat brain tumors and other lesions.It delivers a highly focused,high-dose radiation beam to the targeted area,minimizing damage to surrounding healthy brain tissue.Unlike tr...

Understanding the Side Effects of Brain Tumor Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   1,085   Brain tumor treatments,including surgery,radiation,and chemotherapy,can cause a range of side effects depending on the type and location of the tumor,the treatment approach,and the individual's overall health.Common side effects can include fatigue,nausea,...

Stereotactic radiosurgery for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,063   Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-invasive type of radiation therapy that delivers highly focused beams of radiation to a precise point in the brain to target brain tumors,including cancerous ones.Unlike traditional radiation therapy,which uses larg...

Understanding Radiation Therapy for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,092   Radiation therapy for brain tumors uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.This can be delivered externally through a linear accelerator (external beam radiation therapy) or internally via implanted radioactive seeds (brachytherap...

Understanding Surgery for Brain Tumors: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 04, 2009   1,060   Brain tumor surgery aims to remove as much of the tumor as safely possible while minimizing damage to healthy brain tissue.The approach varies depending on the tumor's location,size,type,and the patient's overall health.Techniques may include craniotomy (o...

Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring the Causes of Brain Tumors   created at May 03, 2009   1,084   The precise causes of brain tumors remain largely unknown,but a complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors is implicated.Genetic predispositions,including inherited gene mutations and acquired somatic mutations,increase the risk of developing c...

What is brain cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,056   Brain cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the brain.It encompasses a wide variety of tumors,each with different characteristics,causes,and prognoses.These tumors can originate in the brain itself (primary brain t...

The negative health consequences of wearing high heels   updated at Dec 14, 2024   1,066   Wearing high heels regularly can lead to a variety of negative health consequences,impacting the feet,legs,and even the back.These include bunions,hammertoes,plantar fasciitis,ankle sprains,metatarsalgia,and Achilles tendonitis due to the unnatural positio...

Exploring Acupuncture as a Complementary Approach to Sinusitis Treatment   created at May 08, 2009   1,065   Acupuncture,a traditional Chinese medicine technique involving the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body,is explored as a complementary therapy for sinusitis,aiming to alleviate symptoms like pain,inflammation,and congestion.While not ...

How does Lyme disease infection occur?   created at May 06, 2009   1,061   Lyme disease infection occurs through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick (also known as a deer tick).These ticks acquire the bacteria,*Borrelia burgdorferi*,by feeding on infected animals like mice,deer,and squirrels.The bacteria then transmits to hu...

France's Hundred Years' War   created at Mar 09, 2024   1,105   The Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) was a series of conflicts fought between England and France,primarily over the succession to the French throne and control of English territories in France.While not fought continuously for a full century,the war saw peri...

A test for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   1,060   The most common test for Lyme disease is a two-tiered serological test.The first tier is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or immunofluorescence assay (IFA) to detect antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi,the bacterium that causes Lyme disease...