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Aug 16, 2006

Post ACDF

by SirGan
 Several researches done in the past show that- most neck pain is due to degenerative changes that occur in the intervertebral discs of the cervical spine. Good thing is that the great majority of patients who have neck pain will not require any type of operation. However, in more serious cases- surgeon may suggest an anterior cervical fusion to try to reduce neck pain. Most people already know that ACDF stands for Anterior Cervical Discecto ...

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Aug 15, 2006

Neuropathy

by SirGan
  When we are saying about neuropathy, then we should know that neuropathy, strictly speaking, is in fact any disease that affects the neurons of the nervous system. It should be pointed out that, in practice, it is recognized as a peripheral disorder, potentially affecting nerves anywhere except the brain or the spinal cord. Well, everyone knows that nerves provide communication between brain and muscles, skin, internal organs and blood ve ...

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Aug 15, 2006

Daily stress and health risks

by MariAnne
Stress can arise for a variety of reasons; it can be brought about by a traumatic accident, death, or emergencies. Stress can also be a side effect of a serious illness or some disease. There is also stress associated with daily life, the workplace, and family responsibilities as well. It is hard to stay calm and relaxed in these hectic lives. Women have many roles as spouse, mother, caregiver, friend, or worker. With all we have going on in our ...

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Aug 14, 2006

Aldehyde Dehydrogenase

by SirGan
Although this isn't so popular medical subject- it is certain that everyone has al least heard about some of the many enzyme found in our body. Well, it is very important to know that aldehyde dehydrogenases are also a group of enzymes that catalyse the oxidation or dehydrogenation of aldehydes. They belong to the group of enzymes that are located in the cell, in different parts- the cytosol, mitochondria and endoplasmic reticulum. It is also pr ...

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Aug 13, 2006

Beauty from the ashes: Abuse

by keekee
One of the hardest and most emotionally devastating things I have ever done was admit I was abused and as a abuse survivor, it has become increasingly noticeable, that many people don’t understand what exactly abuse is, what forms it can present in and what the symptoms of abuse are. For instance did you know that out of all the children, children in need looked after, 55% of them were abused in one-way shape or form? And that’s a ...

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Aug 12, 2006

Is Masturbation Okay? (YEP)

by keekee
The next time anyone tells you that only losers masturbate, or that they don't, and never would, bear this in mind: according to most studies and surveys, about 95% of adults have masturbated or continue to do so. Were many falsehoods and misconceptions about masturbation true, it would mean that 95 out of every 100 people would be blind, desperate psychopaths with hair on their palms and shrunken genitals. I have yet, in my life, to even mee ...

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Aug 12, 2006

Mans best friend: Do you know dick?!

by keekee
When it comes to the male genitals, there's a whole lot more there than meets the eye. Sure, you know where your penis is... but what about the rest of it? This simple guide walks you through the external and internal male reproductive and urinary anatomy. Consider The Penis Whether you give it a name or not, the ol' one-eyed wonderworm seems like a pretty simple critter from the outside, but it's actually a bit more complicated than many guy ...

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Aug 12, 2006

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy

by SirGan
 Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy syndrome, also known as Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that is believed to be the result of dysfunction in the central or peripheral nervous systems. Not too many people have heard about this rare and complex syndrome. Typical symptoms include: dramatic changes in the color and temperature of the skin over the affected limb or body part changes accompanied by intens ...

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Aug 12, 2006

The best alternative for Viagra?

by SirGan
Many people diagnosed with impotence and different erectile problems are benefiting from Sildenafil citrate, which is trademarked as Viagra. What is the most important fact about this drug- well; Viagra and other similar drugs help maintain an erection. They are doing this by blocking an enzyme, phosphodiesterase type 5, found in penile tissues. What happens then? Well, once blocked, a chemical called cGMP, which causes the smooth muscles of the ...

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Aug 11, 2006

Laminectomy

by SirGan
 Not too many people have heard about laminectomy and even those who heard about it- don’t know exactly what it is? A laminectomy is a surgical incision into the vertebra to obtain access to the spinal cord. What is the main purpose of this operation? Well the operation is performed to relieve pain caused by tumors or herniated intervertebral discs, or to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve. Big problem is that this operation isn’ ...

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