If you have fallen and can't get up, it could be due to an osteoporotic fracture. Osteoporosis is a condition in which your bones lose their density and become brittle. A simple fall or banging up against something may cause them to break. The most common spots for osteoporotic fractures are the hips, spine, and wrists. Your primary care physician or the emergency room doctor may refer you to an orthopedic doctor to help your bone repair.
30 November 2017
If you have been suffering with some embarrassing, confusing, and frustrating symptoms revolving around your genitalia, then you may have a condition called, Persistent genital arousal disorder. This condition is called 'PGAD' for short, and it is characterized by relentless and uncontrollable genital arousal that occurs spontaneously and is most commonly found in women. If you are interested in learning more about this condition, then you may find this article extremely helpful:
9 November 2017
Along the Indian ocean, the country of Kenya is situated and is called home by about 48 million residents. While the Kenyan area is known for some of the most naturally beautiful sites in Africa like Mount Kenya and Lake Victoria. However, deep in the cities of the populations in this country, there are health problems that are taking the lives of children on a regular basis. Lack of appropriate medical care, medications, and even clean drinking water have made it difficult to control some pediatric illnesses.
24 October 2017
If you've been confined to bed rest during your pregnancy, you're probably running out of things to do. Depending on how long you'll be on bed rest, your muscles could start showing signs of weakness by the time you deliver. If your doctor has given you orders to stay in bed unless you need to shower or use the restroom, you're not going to have the opportunity to get in a full exercise routine.
4 October 2017
Whether your breasts have always had a somewhat tubular appearance or have changed shape following the birth of a child (or children), you could find yourself spending hours shopping for supportive undergarments that will essentially squish your breasts into a more aesthetically appealing shape, or even winding up with upper back problems from hunching over due to self-consciousness. You may wonder whether augmentation is a viable option or if you have enough breast tissue to support rounder, more symmetrical breasts.
14 September 2017
One of the most challenging things about being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease is that it often takes a long period of sometimes debilitating symptoms before you get a diagnosis and treatment. If you've recently been diagnosed with Hashimoto's Disease, you may wonder what you can do to manage the antibodies and their effect on your body. Here's a look at what you need to know: What Do The Antibodies Mean?
15 August 2017
Eye drops are an important part of treatment for most glaucoma patients, but eye drops can be surprisingly difficult to administer. It's easy to end up missing your eye or getting too many drops in at once, and if you have neck problems or weakness or pain in your hands, getting into position to administer the drops and squeezing the bottle can be even more difficult. Take a look at some tips that can help ensure that your eyes get the medication they need.
28 July 2017
Children have weaker immune systems than adults, so they are more susceptible to illnesses like the flu. Kids who catch the flu may experience fever, muscle aches, runny nose, and other unpleasant symptoms. That's why you should help your child avoid contracting this illness in the first place. Here are a few ways to keep your child from getting the flu. Teach Your Child to Never Share Food and Drinks
17 July 2017
When you have a family member who is going through a health problem or has just had surgery, you'll often want to make some changes to your home before your loved one returns from the hospital. While you can rent things such as a walker and other assistive devices, there are a number of furniture-style pieces that can make your family member's ability to live at home easier. Your local medical equipment company likely rents these items, and renting them is often more of a cost-effective approach than trying to buy them outright.
24 June 2017
Interpreting is an interesting career path that can lead to jobs in a wide variety of fields. One that should be considered by a new interpreter is working in the medical field. This position can offer a variety of real benefits that shouldn't be ignored. Medical Interpreter Training Isn't Difficult Becoming a medical interpreter isn't difficult for those who have already sought a career in this field. For example, it requires a proficiency in English paired with at least a Bachelor's degree.
28 February 2017
