Dec
10
2009

Canadian radiologist presents findings to the Radiological Society of North America

“The radiologist wants a follow-up mammogram in six months,” your doctor tells you.

You’ve heard and seen all the TV and Radio ads about 1 in 8 women getting breast cancer. So, you’ve been good–you got screened. Now you have to do it all over again? Read the entire post…

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Nov
18
2009

Women are ashamed of this problem and few want to discuss this. Nearly one third of females are affected by urinary incontinence, mostly following the birth of their first child. When there is urinary incontinence, a female drips a little amount of urine when she is laughing, coughing or sneezing – generally any activity that puts extra pressure on the intra-abdominal area. Read the entire post…

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Sep
18
2009

People are surrounded by more and more environmental poisons. Toxins are present in many things such as food preservatives, second hand smoke, as well as car exhaust fumes. Detoxification is a procedure that helps our body eliminate poisons. Learn about the possible advantages of detoxifying your body.
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Sep
01
2009

In our hectic modern lives, who has time for coping with headaches and other aches? A popular medication for the relief of pain, Fioricet is employed by persons with no time to waste, not even to take care of a small pain, or headache.

To make life more simple for people who are busy, virtual or Internet pharmacies currently have various prescription medications like Fioricet, at cheaper costs. Just think, there is no line to wait in at the pharmacy, no huge doctor’s bills, no need to make an appointment with the doctor and no need to take time off work for doctor’s appointments, and your Fioricet will be delivered to your home every month. Could pain relief be any simpler than this? Read the entire post…

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Aug
12
2009

It has become crucial to scrutinize each purchase in order to save every possible penny. This has become even more critical as a result of the current economic conditions and rising costs of health care. This is the primary reason that women should try to get the most bang for the buck. Purchasing medications from the online pharmacy is an excellent way to economize. Let’s explore the reasons that it is so important to undergo treatment for BV, or bacterial vaginosis, particularly in view of the current economic problems.
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Jul
28
2009

Generally, Cialis is considered to be the first true competitor of Viagra, but it now must battle both erectile dysfunction and Viagra’s pioneer status. Viagra came on the market in 1998 and was successful mostly because it was the first product of its kind. Recently a new flourishing drug was created by ICOS corporation which will eventually beat the enviable record of Viagra. There are still more coming, as another drug called Levitra will soon be on the market.
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Jun
16
2009

A group of pharmaceuticals that are used to treat epileptic seizures are antiepileptic drugs, or anticonvulsants (AED). As they act as mood stabilizers, there has been an increase in their use for the treatment of bipolar disorder.

The anticonvulsants Gabapentin and Pregabalin have both been found effective prescription medications in treating chronic pain caused by migraines and neuropathy. These drugs included act in different ways, but are all effective at treating insomnia, anxiety, and depression. Read the entire post…

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May
14
2009

This country sees an overuse of antibiotics. When are antibiotics deemed necessary?

Antibiotics can save a life when used as a remedy for dangerous bacterial infections, but when they are taken to treat a minor sore throat or an infected ear, the possible advantages might not be worth taking a chance. The positives of antibiotic treatment are negligible in the majority of instances because these infections are brought about by viruses. The potential for allergic reactions, digestive problems and liver toxicity are possible side effects of antibiotics. Some research actually advises that taking antibiotics frequently might make the chance of getting specific kinds of cancer greater, mainly breast cancer. This doesn’t even get into the issue of resistant antibiotics. Even more troublesome is that a few physicians will prescribe an antibiotic for a viral condition only to ease the concern of the patient.

An important question is then raised. In what circumstances are antibiotics needed? Without a doubt, antibiotics are extremely helpful when an infection is brought about by bacteria instead of a virus. These are some of the possible situations where you will not need to take antibiotics.

The Common Cold or The Sniffles

Some individuals will visit their physician, asking for an antibiotic, when the initial sign of an illness presents itself. An antibiotic will not cure or even lessen the duration of a cold, but it will kill off so-called “friendly” intestinal bacteria which aid in warding off infections. Nasty diarrhea is a possibility too. Alas, the common cold has no cure. Although it has never been proven, it is preferable to use Echinacea, a natural treatment.

Most Sore Throats

Don’t panic and think that every sore throat you get is Strep. The majority of sore throats are brought about by a virus and, quite frankly, have to run their course. If you have questions, your physician can perform a fast strep test in the office to reveal if an antibiotic is required. Unless you have a documented case of Strep Throat, it is better for you to abstain from ingesting antibiotics.

The Flu

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Apr
27
2009

Because prescription drugs get more expensive every day, more and more people are trying out generic drugs to treat hypertension. The concept behind generic medications is that they are the equivalent of brand name prescription medications, but they are available at a lower cost. A drug can be distributed as a generic after its patent has expired. This makes it available for manufacture by multiple companies. This translates to lower costs for you.

Some doctors and consumers worry that generic brand blood pressure medications may not perform as well as name brand. Naturally, people often think that less expensive products are not as good.

Bioequivalent drugs have chemical actions that are equivalent to their original brand name counterparts. Generic medications for high blood pressure are considered to be bioequivalent. The differences in generic and brand name medications are limited to the types of inactive fillers that are used and the appearance of the medication – like the color and the shape. Consumers often feel confused when they see that their brand name medication looks different from their new generic medication.

It seems, though, as if generic heart and blood pressure medications are quite similar to their brand name counterparts. This month, the Journal of the American Medical Association published a study that analyzed several of the drugs that are used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease and hypertension. They did an analysis that covered 47 different studies comparing generic blood pressure medications with name brand medicines. The analysis showed that the two options have the same clinical outcomes. There has never before been a truly comprehensive analysis published discussing a comparison of generic and brand name high blood pressure medications and their equivalents.
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Dec
08
2008

A lot of people have listened to stories about teeth whitening but they don’t know the whole truth about it. This prevents them from getting the good effects of whitening their teeth. Here is the truth you need to know concerning teeth whitening.

1) A lot of people don’t know that the truth is there is a way to accomplish teeth whitening for a price you’re comfortable with. There is no cause for you to keep on feeling uncomfortable if you have stains or teeth that are discolored. The choices for teeth whitening vary from the easy and reasonably priced dental strips to the high priced remedies used for dental whitening. If you take just a little time, you will find a method you can afford and that will meet your scheduling needs.

2) If you are concerned whether they are safe, the good news is that commonly used teeth whitening products, such as the solutions made with peroxide, are completely safe. Sometimes there might be temporary uncomfortable feelings such as gum tenderness and teeth sensitivity. If you experience discomfort, it is probably because the tray doesn’t fit correctly rather than because of the whitening procedure. Anyway the uncomfortable feeling lasts only a short time and it goes away quickly. The American Dental Association accepts that it works well and it is harmless.
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