internal medicine

Alzheimer's disease is mainly a brain disorder that involves the deterioration of mental functions. This illness mainly results from the gradual shrinking of brain tissues. This type of brain disorder is also known as dementia or diffuse -brain- atrophy.

ท The Causes and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease

The actual cause of the disease is still unknown but several factors are believed to be responsible in the development of the brain disorder. The lack of neurochemical factors in the nerve cells is also one of the probable causes of this disease.

The genetics and aging problems are considered to be the main causes of Alzheimer's disease. There are approximately nine out of ten thousand people affected with this malady and it is more often in women than in men. The disease primarily occurs in older people over the age of 65. However
there is very little chance for developing Alzheimer's disease through inherited mutated genes.

The most common symptoms of the Alzheimer's are as follows:

Impaired memory and thinking: The person feels difficulty in remembering very common things like his personal information
such as his place of birth or his occupation.

Difficulty in performing familiar tasks: The person with Alzheimer's disease feels to have difficulty in performing his daily tasks i.e. eating
dressing
showering etc. A person who prepares a meal may forget to serve it or even can't remember whether he has prepared it.

Problems with communication: The person gradually feels difficulty in recalling words or understanding the meanings of common words.

Disorientation and confusion: Patients may get lost in his own familiar place. Recognizing familiar places and situations becomes impossible for them. They even can't understand simple commands or follow directions.

Poor and decreased judgment: The person feels difficulty in taking decisions. As the people affected are always in their own state of mind so they may also leave the house on a cold day without any winter garment or they may even go to the market wearing pajamas.

Misplacing and messing up with things: The person affected with A.D. usually forgets where he has kept his daily used things
such as glasses
keys
etc. The person may also mess up with things
such as breaking glasses
damaging house hold goods
etc.

Changes in behavior and personality: Patients have the tendency to swing their moods rapidly. The patients may even feel dramatic changes in their personality and can become fearful
angry
quiet
etc.

Become passive and lose interest: People generally tend to become passive and show no interest in their usual activities. Extra encouragement is required to make them become active.

Problems with abstract thinking: The person with Alzheimer's disease loves to spend lots of time alone in some lonely place and shows less interest in interacting with other members of the family. They sometimes show symptoms of abstract thinking and also even feel difficulty in recognizing numbers or understanding what to do with them.

Aloe Vera has proven to be very effective in healing skin problems such as minor burns
and scratches. But unknown to many
it has been recently discovered that it is very useful in oral care as well.

Aloe Vera aids in the healing of gum problems. Gum diseases like gingivitis or periodontitis can be treated easily with this herb. Gingivitis caused by bacteria building up between the teeth and gums that cause inflammation and bleeding. It has been proven that Aloe Vera greatly reduces the instances of gum bleeding. With it soothing and healing properties
gums tend to stop the restored to health faster.

Periodontitis is the advanced case of gingivitis. Tooth loss apparent if you have periodontitis. Aloe Vera reduces the swelling of the gums
and the soft tissues in it. Once swelling is reduced
bleeding stops.

Aloe Vera is also known to have antifungal benefits. It prevents denture stomatitis
which is the redness and soreness of the mucous membranes covered permanently by a denture. Not only the teeth but also the mouth is a subject of fungal infections. The cracked corners of the mouths are prone to fungus. With the application of Aloe Vera
fungal growth is prevented.

Aloe Vera also promotes the healing of tooth cavities when placed inside extraction sockets. The gums are almost like the skin
only tenderer. Just like the way aloe helps in treating a wound
it also would in gum abrasions.

Another application would be in root canals as sedative dressing and as file lubricant. The nerve ends in a root canal are very sensitive. Aloe Vera greatly helps to lessen its sensitivity.

Aside from these applications
Aloe Vera is added to toothpaste. It is know to be a whitening agent for the teeth. It is also rich in Vitamin K and provides natural protection for those susceptible teeth and gums.

Dentists and doctors alike have come up with an Aloe Vera activator spray
which is good for certain throat infections. This herb has the capacity to prevent not only fungal but viral infections as well. The same spray is also being used to ease the painful growth of a wisdom tooth and the joint pains that is associated with it.

Aloe Vera is not only for topical applications. It can be drank or ingested. Several pills and juice drinks are being manufactured as dental medicines to promote the healing of dental surgery patients and other similar instances.

Aloe Vera has found its way through dentistry and soon enough
all other fields will be able to find uses for it in more ways than one. Researchers have been working overtime to fully maximize the healing benefits of Aloe Vera. This herb has been tagged as nature’s well-kept secret because its abundance of application has yet to be discovered.

We all should benefit from an Aloe Vera. It’s an all around wonder for the body. It pampers the skin
the hair
and now
the teeth. Aloe Vera has to be enthroned
as nature’s most valuable gift to man as well.

Aloe Vera is a succulent plant resembling a cactus but is in fact a member of the lily family. Its medical benefits have been recorded as long ago as 2
200
BC. The clear aloe gel that is found in the leaves is used for external applications and the base of the dried leaf has a yellow sap that is known as bitter aloes. This is taken internally for many ailments.

Where did this plant come from? It seems to have had its beginnings in the eastern and southern regions of Africa. Travelers soon came to know of its valuable healing properties and carried it with them. They brought it to many corners of the world. Now you can find it almost everywhere you go. It can be grown outside in warmer climates or even kept as a houseplant. It is very tolerant of droughts but cannot take too much water or cold.

Aloe Vera is used for a wide variety of medical ailments and recent research has even uncovered its benefits when treating HIV. It is commonly used in the cosmetic industry for skin conditions and beauty products.

Many people use it as a topical application for its healing properties. It seals the damaged skin with a protective coat and speeds up healing by stimulating the immune system with Aloectin.

For many years protein was considered by scientists to be the main factor the body needs to repair itself. However now research has shown that carbohydrates play a key role in the process. Carbohydrates are the most complex biomolecules and it is possible due to this reason carbohydrate beneficial properties were not discovered.

Ambrotose is a carbohydrate derivative of Aloe Vera and other plants. When taken as a supplement has many of the healing properties of this medicine plant. Like the Aloe Vera it uses carbohydrates to heal your body. The substances in Ambrotose are known collectively as glyconutrients and it is these elements that make Ambrotose work.

Ambrotose helps your body to heal itself. It is able to provide in pre-packaged form all the essential sugars your body needs
without your body having to manufacture them. It aids in digestion and helps to improve your overall health.

Note: Glyconutrients are not intended to heal
treat
or cure any disease.

Allergies despite not being diseases can severely affect your health for weeks. As allergy is defined as hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms vary greatly in intensity with types of allergies.

Before we get on with exploring available allergy relief
it becomes important to know the types of allergies that commonly affect us.

Types of Allergies

Broadly speaking
there are only three types of allergies
which affect us commonly. These include:

ท Food allergies – Adults are mainly vulnerable to shellfish including crayfish
shrimp
and lobster; sometimes eating peanuts which manifest in the form of severe anaphylaxis (sudden drop of blood pressure
) which if not taken care off
could lead to loss of life. Adults can’t get rid of allergies. Children are differently affected by food and eggs
milk and chocolates are the common allergens that affect them.

ท Inhalant allergies – Pets
dust mites
outdoor air pollutants like pollens are the chief allergens. Formaldehydes
molds
occupational allergies etc fall under this category. The most common manifestation is bronchitis and asthma. Symptoms include inflammation
sputum secretion and contraction of respiratory system resulting in loss of breath.

ท Contact allergies – Chemicals and fumes
insect bites
allergic contact eczema
leather are the triggers. Symptoms include redness
itchy
deep blisters
scaly patches and weepy skin.

Allergy Relief

Allergy relief is both by preventive and medication methods. Of course one finds resorting to medication provides fast relief but preventive relief is always a preferred choice.

Preventive Allergy Relief

Parents of allergic children and adult allergic patients must find out the allergens that trigger the symptoms. Physicians can guide you locate them exactly. Preventing the allergens like foods for which you have a fetish can be too tough in comparison to avoiding dust which is to bronchitis.

Here are some useful quick tips

Food allergies

ท Medical examination is critical for pinpointing the exact allergen
ท Maintain a diary of eating habits and your symptoms
ท Get clarified what food intolerances and poisoning are to avoid problems
ท Scrutinize food ingredients’ labels before using

Inhalant allergies

ท Avoid or minimize carpets and upholstered furnitures
ท Keep home neat and tidy to avoid dust; a vacuum cleaner helps best
ท Woolen blankets
pets
window grills
slots and cluttered corners are dust attractants take good care of them
ท Using damp mops to floor cleaning prevents dust from flying
ท Use air purifiers like HEPA filters
germicidal UV lights
activated carbon or electrostatic air filters which remove allergens to a finest degree.

Medication for allergy relief must be administered by doctors depending on the severity of symptoms.

Goji Berries have been used since ancient times in Chinese medicine. They come from the Himalayan mountains of Tibet and are so highly regarded by these people that they hold a 2 week festival in honor of this nutritious berry. Goji berries have only been recently introduced to the West and we are just now learning of its highly beneficial properties.

The Goji Berry is renown for its high concentration of vitamins
minerals
amino acids
and essential fatty acids
all of which provide great benefits to your health.

In appearance it is a scarlet berry looking similar to the raisin (when dried). It has a mild sweet flavor not unlike a cross between a raisin and a cranberry. It is chewy in consistency. Because the berries are so delicate
they are shaken from the plant onto mats rather than picked
to avoid spoilage. They are then dried slowly in the shade.

These humble berries have now become popular health food in the western world as well as the eastern world. This is in part due to their reputation as an anti-aging medicine. Goji Berries have some of the highest amounts of antioxidants
vitamin A and vitamin C of all foods.

One of the best and easiest ways to enjoy the health benefits of goji is with a quality goji juice product. The therapeutic dose is 1-4 ounces a day. As the berries are fairly new to the Europe and the USA scientists are still discovering the amazing properties of these little fruits.

There have been dozens of scientific studies done on the health benefits of the goji berry
and many more studies are continuing to be done. We can expect to hear more about this amazing little berry from the mountains of Tibet in the near future as Scientists discover more of its powerful nutritional and health giving properties.

A number of companies that are in the business of producing oxygen based colon cleansers are not able to develop suitable oxygen based colon cleansers. Blame it on the failure of not following the scientific method of attaching and stabilizing oxygen with utmost ease. Instead
what these companies are doing is a mixing up of magnesium oxides with magnesium peroxides and labeling their products as oxygen releasing compounds.

Stabilizing Oxygen

The main function of stabilizing oxygen is to generate oxygen following a timed-release process. There is a big misconception in the medical world that the gut is the one
which consists of anaerobic organisms. However
gut disease arises because of the misuse of antibiotics.

It is advisable to take an oxygen-based cleanser every day before going to bed as it creates a stable bowel environment. In addition
oxygen will also play a prominent part in oxidizing and cleaning the entire bowel
leading to relieving constipation and compaction.

When Looking at Oxygen Cleansers

When looking at oxygen cleansers
please check that whether any is oxygen being released or not. How one can determine that? It is quite simple; this can be done through a titration test. Titration will clearly indicate whether oxygen is being released or not
as well as the duration of the release. There are very few products
which release oxygen for over 16 hours. In fact
there are just two products that have this quality.

There are few products that actually release oxygen therefore one should be careful while buying an oxygen releasing cleanser. A good quality oxygen-based cleanser should contain GE-132 that is a special mixture of aerobic proboscis and enzymes.

Always make sure that you stay away from the so-called oxygen cleansers
which contains some part of ascorbic acid. This is because of the fact that ascorbic acid is a strong antioxidant
and can result in neutralizing benefits of oxygen release.

A clean and healthy colon leads to a feeling of wellness therefore do your research before starting your cleansing regime. There are related products available online and also in drug stores.

Acupuncture is a method that originated in China over 5000 years ago. It is a holistic practice that is based on the belief of releasing blocked energy or “chi” in living beings. These energy lines circulate through twelve invisible energy lines known as meridians of the body. Each meridian is associated with a different organ system in your body so the needle insertions in each of these meridians reduce the respective disease associated with that meridian point.

What acupuncture can do?

Usually people suffer from diseases when energy gets blocked in the meridians. When the needles are inserted into the specific points along the meridian lines
the balanced flow of energy is restored. Acupuncture works effectively because the needles stimulate the release of pain-relieving endorphins into the body
influences the release of neurotransmitters and also enhances the working of autonomic nervous systems. By influencing the electrical currents in the body
acupuncture also improves blood circulation throughout the body.

School of acupuncture therapy

School of acupuncture therapy provides acupuncture-training courses to all practitioners. These courses help them to perform various acupuncture treatments to reduce diseases in human beings. The acupuncture therapy school teaches the acupuncturists to perform a number of treatments like acupuncture with needles and acupuncture without needles.

Acupuncture with needles include curing disorders like head and neck pains
migraines
cervical spondylitis
Azoospermia
genitor-urinary systems like bed-wetting in children
laryngitis
earache
depression
arthritis
deafness
schizophrenia and skin disorders like Acne
psoriasis
and falling hair. Sometimes the needles are electrified to produce better results. This also helps in curing smoking
alcoholism and drug addictions.

Other unique acupuncture treatment offered by acupuncture schools

Needle-less acupuncture includes techniques like Moxibustion
Soft Laser Therapy
Cupping Therapy
and Ultrasonopuncture.

1. Sujok Acupuncture – the acupuncture schools offers this unique technique where the expert uses only his hands and legs. He inserts microscopic needles into the points or even a sesame seed and small magnets that relieve the patients instantly.

2. Acutron Mentor Acupuncture – this is one of the most advanced techniques that use electro curative apparatus that offers micro current therapies and interferential current through the needles. It is advantageous because it can be used for pain management and treating all types of diseases.

Special training methods of acupuncture NYC

Other significant acupuncture treatments are offered by Acupuncture NYC [New York City] center. The main advantage of their techniques is confirmed remedy and there are no side effects. They heal severe cases of menstrual disorders
PMS
endometriosis
cysts and fibroids
hot flashes
arthritis
infertility problems in men and women
pregnancy problems
circulation problems
digestive disorders
ulcerative colitis
diarrhea and constipation.

The ancient method of acupuncture truly helps in stress management strategies and rebalances the body’s energetic forces to achieve harmony and sense of well being.

Environmental researchers have proved that the room air we breathe in is more contaminated than the air outside. In fact the air we breathe during our sleep
relaxation at home or office is more polluted and it is this polluted air that makes us fall sick easily.

The ultimate way to solve this problem is getting an air purifier. Air purifiers are helpful to people suffering from asthma and allergies due to pollen grains
mold spores
pet dander
microorganism and bacteria.

Ultra violet air purifier destroys chemical and biological contaminants like viruses
mold
allergens
cigarette smoke
bacteria
diesel fumes
pet odors
construction dust and many other airborne contaminants.

Asthma is a condition characterized by breathing difficulties caused by narrowing of the airways (bronchioles and bronchi) leading to the lungs.

Persons Affected:
It occurs in 3 to 5 percent of all people at some time in life. It affects all age groups except newborn babies and affects both the sexes equally.

Symptoms:
The main symptoms are breathlessness
wheezing cough usually getting worse at night. In a severe attack
the breathing rate increases sharply and pulse rises. The person is not in a position to speak due to breathlessness. The skin may turn blue due to lack of oxygen
known as cyanosis.

Causes:
The usual cause is bronchiole hypersensitivity to foreign substances in the air. The foreign substance could be pollens
air borne pollutants like vehicle emissions
animal fur
smoke
smog
cigarette smoke
ozone
perfumes
hairspray etc
. There is a worldwide increase in the number of asthma patients due to increase in the smoke levels in the cities.

Treatment & Role of Air Purifiers:
The day to day treatment involves management to avoid the trigger which triggers the asthma attack. A person spends most of his time indoors and presence of purified clean air can help a lot in preventing triggering of asthmatic reaction. A purifier works by removing environmental triggers like airborne allergens contaminants
smoke and smog.

A person cannot avoid exposure to polluted air but he can certainly control the environment in his dwelling or work place. Further an air purifier provides relief to the lungs of an asthmatic person by providing clean air so that he can breathe easily.

An air purifier works by cleaning the air indoors and prevent triggers like smoke
smog
pollen
exhaust fumes etc reaching inside the room.

Care should be taken to avoid air cleaners which produce ozone
which rather than reducing asthma may trigger an asthma attack.

If you or one of your party are taken ill abroad or hundreds of miles from a city your insurance will pay for you to travel by air ambulance.

The other main use for these aircraft is to repatriate the remains of loved ones who have died abroad.

Air ambulances come in two varieties
helicopters and fixed wing. Helicopter air ambulances usually carry emergency medical teams to the scene of an accident. They are extremely useful in rural and city situations. Fixed wing air ambulances can be divided into two types again; short haul and long haul.

Short haul air ambulances are often single or twin engined
propeller driven aircraft that can land on a road near to the accident. They travel faster than a helicopter and are cheaper to run. Fixed wing aircraft can also fly in conditions that would ground a helicopter ambulance. These are used in rural counties in US and Australia.. The air ambulance service in these situations is no luxury
it is essential if lives are to be saved.

Long haul air ambulances are usually business jets. These are used where patients are to be transported over transcontinental and transatlantic distances. They are quicker and more comfortable over these longer distances. If a person has died abroad relatives will often use an air ambulance to repatriate the remains quickly and with respect.

Helicopter ambulances are in use in most city and remote areas in Europe
North America and Australasia. Their usefulness in rural areas is obvious
allowing emergency medical personnel to reach the scene of walking
shooting or climbing accidents in the shortest possible time.

Helicopters are usually small
so only carry the most basic resuscitation equipment. The EMT crew will attempt to stabilize the patient enough to allow safe transfer to a hospital. In the city helicopter ambulances can dodge traffic and can land on the road near to traffic accidents.

While opting for an affordable hair transplant keep these 10 tips in your mind. And I am sure you will never go with a wrong decision in choosing the right hair transplant center for you:

1. Consistent Results

With dense-packed follicular unit hair transplantation and microscopic graft preparation
natural
finished and reliable results can be achieved. So prefer a hair transplant center with these facilities.

2.Affordable hair transplant:

A high hair transplant cost does not guarantee you the best results
it is imperative for you to have knowledge of hair transplantation restoration procedures and costs and know what is applicable to you. You can go for an affordable hair transplant only after a comprehensive decision with other patients.

3. Quality Control

Every step of your hair transplantation should be performed with the highest standards
with full attention from start to finish to ensure that you achieve good results.

4. Choose least time consuming clinic

You should choose a hair transplant center and specially a qualified surgeon who can place your grafts close enough to finish a specific area of head in one surgical session. This will make hair transplant less time-consuming
more convenient
and ultimately less expensive for you.

5. Microscopic Dissection

It will be better if you choose a clinic equipped with modern technologies of hair transplant like Binocular stereoscopic dissecting microscope. Every single graft is prepared in a meticulous manner by using microscopic magnification. All follicular unit hair transplantation will provide you natural and superior results and preserve your donor’s hair also.

6. Total Patient Comfort

Hair replacement center should be comfortable for patients undergoing hair replacement. Choose a replacement center where recreation facilities are also available like listening to music or watching movies.

7. Experience

Before going to a hair replacement center you should check their prior performance and experience in the related field.

8. Dedications and Commitment

Dedication and commitment of doctors is also necessary for a good treatment. You should try to find a hair replacement clinic with well-qualified and dedicated doctors.

9. Recognition

Before going for a treatment check the recognition of the hair replacement clinic. Are they following world-class procedures for hair replacement? Are they really affordable or too expensive?

10. Do not go for fake advertisements-make a research by yourself. Find the center with affordable hair transplant over the internet and then enquire personally.

Back pain can affect an individual in many ways. Apart from the sheer physical discomfort of not being able to sit
stand
walk or even move a few steps conveniently
there are even deeper and more sinister results of back pain. Many a time
back pain has a telling effect on one’s nerves
and the irritated back pain sufferer makes life miserable for his family
friends
and his boss. This latter result can even have deep repercussions on the person’s career prospects. In short
the emotional well-being of the all the people around the back pain sufferer are made victims of back pain inconvenience.

So what then is the cause of such a nagging inconvenience?

The answer is a simple one: poor posture. In other words
the way you stand or sit or even lie down
has a great part in bringing up the back pain. If you slouch
stretch or jerk your movements suddenly
you are directly inviting back pain. The back muscles suffer a strain due to poor posture. In more critical cases back pain might be linked with subsidiary symptoms like sprain
ligament pain
and joints pain. In the most severe cases
back pain might also be due to a slipped disk. Thus the causes of back pain are numerous.

In addition to these infrequent incidents
there are other issues that bring about back pain. The commonest of these is lifting of weights. In homes and work places
we tend to lift heavy pieces of furniture in a bid to re-arrange the place. While all this might bring about a change and may even lead to convenience of life
the task
if performed suddenly
can lead to back pain. As the body is not used to lifting heavy furniture
one tends to position oneself inadequately so that the weight is not properly distributed. And the task results in a slipped disk or some linked problems that may then bring about acute episodes of back pain.

In cases of slipped disk that usually result from such careless movements
the need to be vigilant is even more pronounced. Usually a slipped disk results when one is lifting the furniture item on re-twists one’s body from the top of the waist rather than from below the waist. This results on the onset of a spasm. Indeed in the acute cases of back pain
one is even confined to bed rest.

When the back pain becomes unbearable and exercise is not possible as the spasm is acute
one can try a simple posture-correction routine. By lying on one’s back on a hard floor and lifting one leg at a time
up to the chest
one can provide the much needed relief from back pain. Pillows should be placed below the knees and the entire task should be performed slowly and carefully so that the body does not suffer from twinges of pain
while being relieved of it. In this way
the root cause of the disease will come to light and thereafter the steps to improve the back muscles will make you less prone to back pain. You can also make these steps as a part of your daily exercise routine.