Breathe Easy: Using Breath Control to Banish Hiccups!created at May 03, 2009 397 Hiccups can be an annoying disruption to our daily lives,but sometimes the solution is as simple as taking a deep breath – and holding it! The technique of holding your breath has long been touted as an effective hiccup remedy,and it's easy to see why.Her...  |
What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with thyroid cancer?created at May 04, 2009 82 When diagnosed with thyroid cancer,ask your doctor about the specific type and stage of your cancer,the size and location of the tumor,the recommended treatment plan (including surgery,radioactive iodine,external beam radiation,or other therapies),the pote...  |
Say Goodbye to Hiccups with the Stretch Method!created at May 03, 2009 91 Do you ever find yourself in the middle of a conversation, enjoying a meal, or trying to get to sleep, only to be interrupted by a sudden bout of hiccups? It's a common annoyance that can strike at the most inconvenient times. But fear not, there's a simpl...  |
Unmasking Asthma: Understanding a Chronic Respiratory Challengecreated at May 11, 2009 72 Asthma, a chronic inflammatory disease impacting the lungs and airways, creates a complex scenario for both parents and their little ones. The airways, responsible for the crucial task of transporting air in and out of the lungs, become inflamed and irrita...  |
How is Hodgkin's disease diagnosed?created at May 22, 2009 6,108 If Hodgkin's disease is suspected, the doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a thorough physical exam. Blood tests and x-rays of the chest, bones, liver and spleen will also be done. Tissue from an enlarged lymph node will be removed. This...  |
What can I do to prevent my child from developing asthma?created at May 11, 2009 108 There's nothing you can do to fully prevent your child from developing asthma if it's in his genes. And you won't know whether your child will be asthmatic until he shows consistent symptoms, such as wheezing and constant coughing. That said, you may be ab... |
Stopping an asthma attackcreated at May 11, 2009 62 Your doctor will probably prescribe one or more drugs for your baby. Drugs known as quick relievers are used to stop an asthma attack. These fast-acting medications relieve the spasms in the airway, making breathing easier. Quick-reliever drugs such as alb... |
Tobacco as risk factors for vulvar cancercreated at May 05, 2009 78 Smoking exposes the body to many cancer-causing chemicals that affect more than the lungs. These harmful substances can be absorbed into the lining of the lungs and spread throughout the body. Among women who have a history of genital warts, smoking furthe... |
How is cancer of the cervix treated?created at May 04, 2009 113 The choice of treatment for cervical cancer depends on the location and the size of the tumor, the stage (extent) of the disease, the woman's age and general health, and other factors. Gynecologic oncologists have expertise in the diagnostic evaluation and... |
How will I be diagnosed for colorectal cancer?created at May 04, 2009 83 To find the cause of symptoms, the doctor will ask about your personal and family medical history. He will do a physical exam, and may order laboratory tests. In addition to the exams discussed above, the doctor may also order the following tests: Lower GI... |
What is the difference between primary bone cancer and secondary bone cancer?created at May 03, 2009 71 Primary bone cancer refers to cancers that start in the bone. Secondary bone cancer is cancer that spreads to the bone from another part of the body. Primary bone cancer is rare, with approximately 2,400 new cases diagnosed each year in the United States... |
The 30 Seconds Cure for Hiccupcreated at May 03, 2009 50 1. Start by inhaling through your mouth until your lungs feel full (when it feels like you cannot inhale any more). For overall best results, try to do this as quickly as you can. DO NOT LET ANY AIR OUT. 2. Swallow. You are not really swallowing anything b... |