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Aug 09, 2006
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by SirGan
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Almost everyone at least once has had some type of fungal infection. What exactly are fungi? Well, they are a type of plant that can infect people. Yeasts, molds, and mushrooms are all examples of fungi. Big problem is that some fungi reproduce by spreading microscopic spores and then these spores are often present in the air, where they can be inhaled or come into contact with the surfaces of a person's body. It is also important to know that ce ...
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Aug 08, 2006
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by SirGan
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Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by uncontrollable urge to move when at rest in an effort. It is also accompanied with unpleasant sensations in the legs and these movements are being made to relieve these feelings. Patients are describing these sensations as burning, creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside the legs. They are medically known as paresthesia (abnormal sensations) or dysesthesias ...
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Aug 08, 2006
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by keekee
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It is no surprise that everyday I answer a new question about STIs, pregnancy and contraceptives when many people are not equipped with the knowledge and expertise to have safe sex. I mean, look at yourself: do you know what contraception to you use for different aspects of your sexual life?! If not, come and sit with me in Safe sex: Room 101.
Thankfully, some people are now using safer sex throughout their sexual lives, beginning from day one ...
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Aug 07, 2006
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by SirGan
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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a specific condition which is characterized by the sudden death of an infant which remains unexplained after all known and possible causes have been carefully ruled out. These other possible causes are investigated through:
Autopsy
death scene investigation
review of the medical history
The fact is also that most SIDS deaths are associated with sleep, and infants who die of SIDS s ...
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Aug 06, 2006
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by SirGan
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It is well known that the Parkinson's disease is a specific movement disorder characterized by muscle rigidity, tremor and slowing of physical movement. Since it was discovered-experts are looking for the best possible medication or combination of medication that should relieve all the symptoms characteristic to this serious condition. Unfortunately, today, there is still no cure for Parkinson's disease. Treatment centers on the administration o ...
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Aug 05, 2006
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by SirGan
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We are talking about Self-Injury Disorder (SID) when pain or injury is intentionally and compulsively inflicted on one's own body without the intent of committing suicide. That’s why- suicide and self-injury disorder are two different things, although many people still think differently! It is usually present when that person is trying to cope with emotional stress. SID is also referred to as Self-Inflicted Violence (SIV) or ...
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Aug 05, 2006
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by SirGan
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Spinal stenosis is one specific condition characterized by a narrowing of spaces in the spine. This narrowing result in pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots which can lead to a number of problems, depending of course on - which nerves are affected.
In great majority of patients - spinal stenosis is accompanied with cramping, pain or numbness in legs, back, neck, shoulders or arms; a loss of sensation in extremities; and sometimes problem ...
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Aug 04, 2006
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by SirGan
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Not too many people have heard about this rare disorder. What exactly is Sjögren’s syndrome? It is a specific systemic inflammatory disorder that affects the mucous membranes. Affecting these membranes it is causing dry mouth, decreased tear production, and other dry conditions of the body’s membranes. Unfortunately, the cause is still unknown and it usually occurs in women around 50 years old. Patients with this condition may n ...
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Aug 03, 2006
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by SirGan
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is one very specific psychiatric disorder that usually occur following the experience or witnessing of life-threatening events. These events are usually some of the followings:
military combat
natural disasters
terrorist incidents
serious accidents
violent personal assaults like rape
child abuse
sexual molestation
Most of the people who experienced these things can ...
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Aug 02, 2006
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by SirGan
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Insomnia is one specific disorder characterized by an inability to sleep or to remain asleep for a reasonable period. People that suffer from insomnia typically complain of being unable to close their eyes or rest for more than a few minutes at a time. There are many organic causes of insomnia but most commonly it is caused by fear, stress, anxiety, medications, herbs or caffeine. An overactive mind or physical pain may also be a cause. Most exp ...
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