tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2849895223167938912024-03-05T10:58:34.319-08:00Disease AwarenessA Health BlogHamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-5629172308287671372013-02-20T23:45:00.000-08:002013-02-20T23:45:12.685-08:00Types of Contraceptives available<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">As by WHO, about 16 million girls aged 15 to 19 years and two million girls under the age of 15 give birth every year. Worldwide, one in five girls has given birth by the age of 18. In the poorest regions of the world, this figure rises to over one in three girls. In an another survey on abortions, by Global Abortion Summary by Wm. Robert Johnston., it is estimated that current global monthly average is 1,039,000 abortions. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">On a look at overgrowing statistics of teen pregnancy who under trimesters instead of semesters, I thought this post could bring the awareness of what a contraceptive is and how far it could help them avoid pregnancy and what are the types of contraceptives available.</span></div>
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Contraceptive: It is a means to avoid pregnancy to be consumed as per any physician's advice. It <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">helps women plan if and when they want to have a baby.</span></span></div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><b>Condoms:</b> It is suitable for young and unmarried couples. It not only acts as the contraceptive. It also reduces any sort of disease transmission says Dr Christopher NG, Obstetrician and </span></span><span style="line-height: 20px;">Gynecologist</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"> of GynaeMD Women's and Rejuvenation clinic.</span></span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;"><b>Injectables</b>: An injection can be administered every three months to prevent pregnancy. But this injection procedure witnessess the side effects like dizziness, spots and mood changes can be difficult to control as the harmones cannot be removed from the body. Requires regular visit to clinic.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;"><b>Contrceptive Patch</b>: This is a thin patch containing harmones. It is stuck onto the abdomen, thigh, buttocks or on the upper arm to allow harmones to be released continously into the bloodstream through the skin. The patch withstands for three weeks. Though some people experience some skin irritation, it is a reliable one when used properly.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><b>Birth Control Pills</b>: </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px;">The Pill is a tablet containing two female hormones – an oestrogen and a progestogen. </span><span style="line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">The two hormones stop you from ovulating (producing an egg) each month. And if you don't ovulate, you won't get pregnant. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">In addition, the hormones thicken the secretions round your cervix, making it more difficult for sperm to get through. Also, they make the lining of your womb thinner, so that it’s less receptive to an egg. Fertility can return almost immediately after stopping the pill. Some women who have irregular periods or a fertility problems may face a delay in becoming pregnant after stopping it. </span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;"><b>Intrauterine Contraceptive Device</b>: The Intrauterine contraceptive device generally abbreviated as IUCD is a device placed inside the woman's uterus. It is highly effective and convenient long-term contraception. Unless the Doctor's or professional's help it cannot be placed or taken back.</span></li>
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Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-38424479167868238552012-08-13T04:53:00.000-07:002012-08-13T04:53:30.841-07:00Treating Blood Pressure step by step<div style="text-align: justify;">
Many doctors tend to treat hypertension with drugs. However National Institute of Health, India suggest that physicians carefully weigh treatment options, taking into consideration of many factors to undergo a stepped approach..The factors include:</div>
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The objective is to reduce and maintain a blood pressure level below 140/90 and lower for people with other conditions, such as diabetes and kidney disease.</div>
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Symptoms of High Blood Pressure</h4>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Heart palpitation</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">A tough time catching your breath after exertion</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Fatigue</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">A flushed face</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Blurry Vision</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">A strong need to urinate often(especially during the night)</li>
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Step by Step approach to treat High Blood Pressure</h3>
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Step 1: Adopting healthy lifestyle</h4>
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This is an effective first step in both preventing and controlling high blood pressure. These include losing weight, increasing physical activity(walking 30min. per day can help), following a healthy eating plan that emphasis fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy foods, choosing and preparing foods with less salt and sodium and if you drink alcoholic beverages drinking in moderation.</div>
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If your diastolic pressure is constantly more than 105, there is no question about it. You should be taking medication as prescribed by the physician to lower blood pressure.</div>
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If lifestyle changes alone are not effective in keeping your pressure controlled, it may be necessary to add blood pressure medication.</div>
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Step 2: Therapy</h4>
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If your blood pressure does not respond to lifestyle modifications alone, the physician will go for a combination of lifestyle change and first-line anti hypertensive medication therapy.</div>
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Once the blood pressure is brought down to safe levels, slowly reduce the dosage of anti-hypertensives and try to maintain the blood pressure with lifestyle intervention. This will minimize the side effects associated with the long term consumption of these drugs which can be severe in some cases.</div>
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If you have any side effect from your medicines, talk to your doctor. He or She may be able to adjust the doses or prescribe other medicines. You should not decide on your own to stop taking your medicines.</div>
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Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-29212703306758508432012-05-30T05:37:00.000-07:002013-02-10T06:45:33.038-08:00Dry Eyes<div style="text-align: justify;">
Today dry eyes has been a significant problem among not only adults but also kids. Dry eyes is a common condition due to lack of tears or a poor quality tear film. The lack of moisture and protection damages the surface of the eye. This causes grittiness and discomfort.</div>
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Causes</h3>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Tear production decreases with age. Symptoms are common in post menopausal females.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Environmental factors such as air conditioning, pollution and pollens also affect the quality of the tear film.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Long periods of computer use, reading or watching Television, exposure to high voltage television sitting nearby, usage of notebooks or tablets for long hours result in dry eyes as the blink frequency is reduced during these activities.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Some medications can affect the tear film as well as systemic disease such as rheumatoid arthritis and sjogren's syndrome.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Contact lens wearers often develop dry eye symptoms as soft contact lenses absorb moisture.</li>
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Symptoms</h3>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Redness of the white part of the eye</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Itchiness of the eye</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Sensitivity to lights</li>
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Immediate consultation to Doctors is highly recommended in first phase. Doctor can determine the diagnosis of dry eyes by the appearance of a reduced tear meniscus and reduced tear break up time. There may be surface changes on the cornea.</div>
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The simplest form of treatment for mild to moderate dry eyes is replacement of moisture with artificial tears. These supplement the natural tears, restoring the balance of moisture and electrolytes. people with sensitive eyes may prefer to use preservative - free tears.</div>
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Tips if you have Dry eyes</h3>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Avoid polluted environments and strong air conditioning</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Blink frequently when using the computer, watching TV or reading for long periods</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Supplement the moisture in your eyes with artificial tears.</li>
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If these simple measures do not resolve your symptoms, a full assessment by your doctor will determine the required treatment ahead.</div>
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Parents should take the responsibility of kids by minimizing their usage in tablets and notebooks. Have noticed most of the parents encouraging kids to use the electronic devices while the parents rest in peace. The peace will be kicked off when your kids get into this problem. Also continuous book reading without blinking leads to this problems. So the pressure is on the parents to guide the kids in right usage of their eyes.</div>
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Fruits and Vegetables good for eyes</h3>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, eggs, </span><span style="background-color: white;">and green leafy vegetables are rich in Beta carotene and Vitamin A - essential for eyes</span></span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Eggs, kale, spinach, turnip greens, collard greens,</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">lettuce, broccoli, zucchini, corn, garden</span></div>
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Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-72594107270017452462011-09-13T11:59:00.000-07:002011-08-22T12:09:53.097-07:00Myopia<div style="text-align: justify;">Myopia is commonly known as shortsightedness. A person with myopia is able to see close objects clearly but object s that are further away will appear blurred. In a normal eye, the light rays fall on the inner layer of the eye called retina. However, in a myopic eye, the light rays get focused in front of the retina, resulting in blurred images. This is usually because the eyeball is too long. Spectacles are needed to help focus the light rays onto the retina.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Is myopia common?</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">It is thought to be partly inherited and partly due to environmental factors. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Who is likely to develop myopia?</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">It is not well known what causes myopia, but achild is more likely to develop myopia if he/she:</div><ul><li><div style="text-align: justify;">has one or both parents who suffer from myopia.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">is constantly involved in ner work.</div></li>
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This term is used to describe visual activities at close diastance, or when a person looks at or needs to focus on fine detils of an object.<br />
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<li>writing</li>
<li>using a computer</li>
<li>drawing or painting</li>
<li>playing hand-held or handphone games</li>
<li>doing craft work with small objects.</li>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Currently, there is no cure for myopia. Spectacles or contact lenses can help children see distant objects clearly.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Possible preventive measures for myopia:</strong></div><ul><li><div style="text-align: justify;">ensure good lighting when doing near work.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">take vision breaks of 5-10 minutes after every 30-45 minutes of near work.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">hold reading or writing material at a minimum of 1 foot away from eyes.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">sit about 50cm from computer</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">dont read lying down</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">sleep early</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">engage in healthy, daily outdoor activities</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">avoid reading materials with small font or faded prints and more more effort is needed to focus on words, resulting in eyestrain.</div></li>
</ul>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-25833896072139465332011-08-22T11:51:00.000-07:002011-08-22T11:51:24.169-07:00Facts about Cervical cancer<ol><li><div style="text-align: justify;">Cervical cancer is the only cancer specific to women which an be prevented.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">It is caused by Human Papilomavirus(HPV). Studies have shown that upto 4 out of 5 women will acquire HPV infections in their lifetime.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">It is caused by a common virus, which can take upto 20 years to develop into cervical cancer.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">certain lifestyle factors increase the risk of cervical cancer to as much as 10 times. These include smoking, women who have had sexually transmitted infections, having had sex at an early age and multiple partners.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">Regular pap smear testing combined with cervical cancer vaccination can reduce your risk of cervical cancer by up to 94%.</div></li>
</ol><div style="text-align: justify;"><em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Reference:</span></em></div><em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Power over Cervical cancer,</span></em><br />
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<a href="http://www.pocc.sg/"><em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">www.pocc.sg</span></em></a>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0Tampines, Singapore1.352481 103.944611000000011.3217625 103.91464350000001 1.3831995000000001 103.9745785tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-72617456245210693362011-03-03T01:02:00.000-08:002011-03-03T01:02:17.422-08:00Polycystic Ovaries<div style="text-align: justify;">Several young woman today have started to experience the symptoms of hormonal imbalance and of menstrual irregularities beside weight gain, facial hair growth etc. If the symptoms are ignored in the initial stages then they can grow worse as the time passes by. An answer of the common female disorders can help to initiate timely intervention and prevent undue complications.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Women’s health problems are major yet mostly unattended issues. Being a woman means worrying about a whole bunch of major medical concerns particularly in relation to reproductive system. From missed period to painful periods, menstrual cycle problems are common.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Female reproductive System</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The female reproductive system consists of internal parts i.e. uterus, vagina, ovaries and fallopian tubes and external part i.e. vulva which includes the labia, clitoris and urethra.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Woman normally have two ovaries, each about the size of walnut and located on each side of uterus, Ovaries store and release egg, one egg itch month.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Benign Ovarian Cyst</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Man ovarian cyst is fluid filled sac surrounded by a very thin wall, within an ovary. Ovarian cyst can affect woman of all ages but common in the reproductive age group. Most ovarian cysts are functional, benign and asymptomatic in nature. However, some may cause problems, such as bleeding and pain. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Polycystic Ovary</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Polycystic-appearing ovary is diagnosed based small cyst present around the outside of the ovary. It can be found in “normal” woman as well as woman with endocrine disorders. Polycystic-appearing ovary is different from the polycystic ovarian syndrome, which includes other symptoms in addition to the presence of ovarian cysts.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Polycystic ovary syndrome is characterized by ovaries containing multiple cysts, mild obesity, irregular menses and sign of androgen excess (acne).</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">In PCOS, the ovaries are bigger than average and the outer surface of ovary has an abnormally large number of small follicles. These follicles remain immature, never growing to full development or ovulating to produce an egg capable of being fertilized. The woman rarely ovulates and so is less fertile. In addition she does not have regular periods and may go for many weeks without periods.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Symptoms</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Symptoms typically begin puberty and worsen with time. Some or all the following symptoms may be present, though it is possible not to experience any symptoms.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Absent or an infrequent period is a common symptom of PCOS. Period can be as frequent as every five to six weeks, but might only occur once or twice a year, if at all. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Increased facial and body hair: usually found under the chin, on the upper lip, forearms, lower legs and on the abdomen.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Overweight/Obesity:</strong> A common finding in woman with PCOS because their body cells are resistant to the sugar-control hormone insulin. This insulin resistance prevents cell using sugar in the blood normally and the sugar is stored as fat instead. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Acnes:</strong> Strange nodules that feel like bruises under the layer of skin, oily skin, dandruff and skin discolorations.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Infertility:</strong> Infrequent or absent periods are linked with very occasional ovulation, which significantly reduces the likelihood of conceiving.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Miscarriage (sometimes recurrent):</strong> one of the hormonal abnormalities in PCOS, a raised level of luteinizing hormone. Woman with raised LH have a higher miscarriage rate compared with those who have normal LH values.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Dull Aching:</strong> Severe, sudden sharp pain or discomfort in lower abdomen. Constant or intermittent pain in pelvis, vagina, thigh & lower back. There may be fullness, heaviness, pressure swelling or blotting or feeling of lump in the lower abdomen.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Breast tenderness with pain during or shortly after beginning or end of menstrual period.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Change in frequency or ease of urination or difficulty with bowel movements due to pressure on adjacent pelvic anatomy.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Non specific symptoms like nausea vomiting, fatigue, headache in some cases.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Homeopathic Management for Polycystic Ovaries</strong></div><strong><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div></strong><div style="text-align: justify;">Homeopathy is very effective in treating women’s reproductive problems because it stimulates the body to heal itself rather than inhibit or suppress the body’s attempt to become well. There are many homeopathic remedies that treat women’s discomforts related to hormonal changes like premenstrual syndrome, painful periods, PCOS, menstrual irregularities, perimenopause, menopause, recurrent east infections, etc.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Homeopathic Remedies for Polycystic Ovaries</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Aconite, Alumen, Apis Mel, Aurum Met, Belladona, Calc Carb, Colocynthis, Conium Mac, Graphites, Hamamelis, Iodum, Kalium Brom, Lachesis, Lecithinum , Medorrhinum, Mercurius Cor, Oophorinum, Palladium Met, Phosphorus, Sabal Ser, Onosmodium, Staphysagria, Thuja, Zincum Val, etc.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Consult a Qualified Homeopathic Doctor for the appropriate treatment.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Self medication is not advisable.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><em>Courtesy</em></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><em>Dr Manjusha Balekundri</em></div><em></em><br />
<em>D.Hom(S'pore), D.I.Hom(London)</em><br />
<em>D.H.Hom(S'pore), D.H.Hom(London)</em><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Our kidneys also produce hormones that regulate blood pressure, produce redblood cells and lastly, Vitamin D to ensure that the bones are strong and healthy. Each day, our kidneys filter up to approximately 200 lires of blood through millions of filtering units called the nephron.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Function of kidneys</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;">They work round the clock to ensure that their filtering function is met. This made possible through the nephron, the basic filtering unit of the kidney, which is made up of tiny blood vessels called capillaries that are linked with tiny tubes. Filtration starts when the blood passes through these capillaries where essential substances are re-absorbed into the blood. The rest of the filtrate, composed of toxic substances and excess water, are sent out from the tubes to the ureter in the form of urine.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Miseries of Kidney Failure</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;">When our kidney fails, there will be accumulation of waste products and fluid reention in th body. if this persists for a long time, it may cause permanent and irreversible damage to our boy cells, tissues and organs.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Symptoms of Kidney failure</strong></span></div><ul><li><div style="text-align: justify;">decreased urination</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">blood in the urine (tea-coloured or fresh blood)</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">nausea and vomiting</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">swollen hands and ankles</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">puffiness around the eyes</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">itching</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">loss of apetite</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">tiredness</div></li>
</ul><div style="text-align: justify;">A person can stay with one kidney also. However individuals with kidneys that function below 20% of their requires capcity, need some form of renal replacement therapy.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Possible treatments for kidney failure</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;">There are two ways - dialysis or kidney transplantation. Some sptoms of kidney diseaase can be controlled with medication and diet if it is detecable at an early stage. However, there is no recovery from end-stage renal failure. To survive, the patient has to undergo regular dialysis treatment or receive a new kidney through transplantation. there are two types of dialysis treatments:</div><ol><li><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Haemodialysis</strong> - where an artificial kidney machine takes over the functions of the real kidney</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Peritoneal dialysis</strong> - where the dialysis solution is placed inside the abdominal cavity to draw out toxic wastes.</div></li>
</ol><blockquote><blockquote><div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong>Prevention is better than cure. Save your life. Your life in your hands</strong>.</em></div></blockquote></blockquote><span style="font-size: x-small;"><em>Courtesy: NKF, Singapore</em></span>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0Tampines, Singapore1.352481 103.9446111.3095775 103.886246 1.3953845 104.00297599999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-3143427738544163002010-11-07T23:53:00.000-08:002010-11-07T23:53:01.732-08:00Be Aware of Common Eye Diseases<ol><li><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">Glaucoma</span></strong>: A group of diseases that damage the optic nerve. Signs may include blurred vision, "halos" around lights, and severe eye pain, but often there are no symptoms until there's permanent damage. Risk factors include abnormally high pressure inside the eyeball, nearsightedness, advanced age and a family history of the condition. Eye tests can detect elevated intraocular pressure, loss of peripheral vision and damge to the optic nerve or nerve-fibre layer of the retina.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">Cataracts</span></strong>: Clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. Signs include blurred or dim vision, night-vision problems, sensitivity to light, and colours appearing faded. Everyone is at risk of developing cataracts, but risk increases with age, family history and exposure to ultraviolet light. An eye exam, involving visual acuity tests, retinal exams and slit lamp tests, is the only way to detect cataracts.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">Macular degeneration</span></strong>: This occurs when the tissue in the macula - the part of the retina responsible for central vision - deteriorates and usually develops gradually and painlessly. The exact causes are unknown, but contributing factors include advanced age, smoking, obesity, exposure to sunlight and poor general health. Thorough eye exams can help detect signs.</div></li>
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">So keep on eye on these eye problems!!!</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0Tampines, Singapore1.352481 103.9446111.3095775 103.886246 1.3953845 104.00297599999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-91176494969922811392010-09-29T21:22:00.000-07:002010-09-29T21:22:06.291-07:00Fizzy drinks light up pain sensors set off by spicy food<div style="text-align: justify;">A new study has revealed that the carbon dioxide in fizzy beverages sets off the same pain sensors in the nasal cavity as mustard and horseradish. "Carbonation evokes two distinct sensations. It makes things sour and it also makes them burn. We have all felt that noxious tingling sensation when soda goes down your throat too fast," said Emily Liman, an associate professor of neurobiology in the USC College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The burning sensation is caused by nerves that respond to pain, skin pressure and temperature in the nose and mouth. "The cells that responded to CO2 were the same cells that detect mustard," Liman said. These cells express a gene known as TRPA1 and serve as general pain sensors. The gene, however, provides only one aspect of carbonation''s sensory experience. Another study had shown earlier that carbonation trips cells in the tongue that convey sourness.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Note: <em>The study is published online in the Journal of Neuroscience.</em> </div>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-18909876397141629762010-07-22T16:59:00.000-07:002010-07-22T16:59:06.077-07:00Thalassemia - A glance<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>What is Thalassemia?</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Thalassemia is a haemoglobin chain abnormality in which the red blood cells do not form properly and cannot carry sufficient oxygen. This condition begins during childhood and lasts throughout life. It is the most commonly inherited single gene disorder in the world. In this disease, lack of blood (anaemia) and retarded growth, decrease the survival possibilities of the patient. The patient needs frequent blood transfusion and costly treatment to avoid the side-effects of loaded iron in the body. Thalassemia major, which was considered a fatal disease, can now be treated by regular blood transfusions and iron chelation. Many patients with this disease are now living in the fourth decade of life, also married and having children.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>How to prevent thalassemia?</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The burden of this disease can by reduced by avoiding the birth of affected children. Currently, this can be achieved by antenatal diagnosis.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Before Marriage:</strong> Get the blood tested for diagnosing the disease/trait. If you are suffering from the trait and not married yet then avoid marrying a person with the trait.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>After marriage:</strong> If both husband and wife do have thalassemia trait, then chances of baby having thalassemia might be 25%. So get the pregnancy tested for the disease in early pregnancy to decide whether to carry on with the pregnancy. </div>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-73610583895255460302010-06-30T17:06:00.000-07:002010-06-30T17:06:20.631-07:00Blood Pressure and Remedy<a href="" name="What_is_Blood_pressure"><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>What is Blood pressure?</strong></span></a><br />
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Blood pressure (BP) is the force that is exerted on the blood vessels and heart by the blood. It has 2 components;<br />
1. <span style="color: #ff6600;">Systolic pressure</span> (higher count) – is the maximum pressure in the arteries when the heart is actively pumping.<br />
2. <span style="color: #ff6600;">Diastolic pressure</span> (lower count) – is the minimum pressure when the heart is resting between beats.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">BP rises and falls during day and may vary according to physical activity and emotional conditions.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">1. Normal BP is a reading of 120/80mm HG or less (spoken as 120 over 80 millimetres of mercury).</div><div style="text-align: justify;">2. High BP is a reading of 140/90mm Hg and above, on more than 2 occasions and have to be diagnosed accordingly.</div><br />
<span style="color: #ff6600;">Why is HBP dangerous?</span><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">It paves ways to major risk factor for heart disease, heart failure and stroke.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">One of the two leading causes of end – stage kidney disease.</div><br />
<span style="color: #ff6600;">Who is @ risk of getting HBP?</span><br />
If you are<br />
1. old<br />
2. overweight<br />
3. having a family history of HBP<br />
4. Consuming higher amount of salt and saturated fat.<br />
5. Used with sedentary lifestyle and drink alcohol excessively.<br />
6. Having diabetes, heart and kidney diseases.<br />
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<span style="color: #ff6600;">What causes HBP?</span><br />
It is of 2 types:<br />
<span style="color: #009900;">primary hypertension</span> (95% of all cases of HBP) – caused by storing genetic and environmental factors.<br />
<span style="color: #009900;">secondary hypertension</span> (5% of all cases of HBP) – lead to identifiable causes such as kidney disease, endocrine disorder and drugs intake.<br />
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<span style="color: #ff6600;">How do you know you have HBP?</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">HBP doesn’t have procedural symptoms. It is thus important to have regular BP checks. A physician or nurse, or any other healthcare provider can help to check and monitor your blood pressure level. Known as a silent killer, symptoms may go unnoticed at an early stage, but some people may experience dizziness, headaches and poor vision.</div><br />
However when BP becomes abnormally high, symptoms may become severe and lead to:<br />
1. unexplained weakness<br />
2. slurring of speech<br />
3. severe headache<br />
4. poor vision<br />
5. shortness of breath<br />
6. Nausea or vomiting.<br />
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<span style="color: #ff6600;">How can I control and prevent HBP?</span>Recommended healthy lifestyle choices:<br />
1. Loose excess weight if you are overweight.<br />
2. Engage in 30-45 mins/day physical activity on all days.<br />
3. Lessen the usage of salt.<br />
4. Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks/day.<br />
5. Eat less saturated fats.<br />
6. Stop smoking.<br />
If this lifestyle doesn’t control your BP effectively, consultation of a doctor is must and he would prescribe anti – hypertensive medication.<br />
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<span style="color: #ff6600;">Dietary Guidelines</span><br />
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<strong>Shake the salt habit</strong><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">1. Avoid food that are high in salt, such as canned food ham, bacon, sausages, fast food, salted snacks (nuts & chips), pickled vegetables and salted fishes.</div><br />
2. Avoid food where ‘sodium’ appears in the list of ingredients.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">3. Use less salt while cooking. Use herbs, lemon, ginger, garlic, pepper or other spices to add flavour. Monosodium glutamate(MSG) is a form of salt and should be used sparingly.</div><br />
4. Stop using sauces while cooking as they contain high amounts of salt.<br />
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5. Don't add additional salt to cooked food.<br />
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6. Avoid fats & cholesterol<br />
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7. Steam, grill, stew, bake, boil or stir-fry your food<br />
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8. Avoid fatty meat or poultry and use lean portions instead<br />
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9. Remove the skin from chicken or duck before cooking<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">10. Take less coconut milk or avoid its usage, egg yolk and organ meats like liver and brain that are high in cholesterol. Don't eat more than 2-3 eggs per week.</div><br />
11. Use polyunsaturated fats like soya bean, corn, sunflower or sesame oil for cooking.<br />
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12. Go green for more fibre<br />
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13. Include more fruits and vegetables<br />
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14. Take wholemeal bread instead of white bread<br />
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15. Select wholemeal biscuits or fresh fruits for snacks and desserts<br />
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16. Try to take banana, grapefruit, orange, tomatoes, baked or boiled potatoes and beans to avoid depletion of potassium.<br />
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17. Limit to one alcoholic drink a day & try to quit smoking<br />
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18. Stretch muscles<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">19. Sedentary living or infrequent exercise isn’t advisable for those with hypertension. A programme of approved aerobic training such as brisk walking, slow jogging, cycling or swimming at least three to four times a week is beneficial. Violent or strenuous exercise can lead to hazard situation.</div>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-31226127862296902502010-06-30T17:03:00.001-07:002010-06-30T17:03:36.467-07:00PMS-Post Menstural SyndromePMS is quite normal among young women. The symptoms can be traced as follows:<br />
1. Moodiness<br />
2. Fatigue<br />
3. Insomania<br />
4. Upset stomach<br />
5. Joint & Muscle pain<br />
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Tips to alleviate PMS symptoms as by US Department of Health & Human Services:<br />
1. Take a daily vitamin with folic acid and a calcium supplement with vitamin D<br />
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2. Go for plenty of exercise<br />
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3. Stick to a healthy diet with lots of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, before and after during periods.<br />
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4. Avoid salt, sugar, caffeine, alcohol and smoking<br />
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5. 8 hours of sleep is a must.Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-54103172080010558332010-06-30T17:02:00.001-07:002010-06-30T17:02:37.062-07:00Breast Cancer<div style="text-align: justify;">Breast cancer is possibly the most frightening of all "women's diseases".</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Breast cancer, claims the lives of 20% of diagnosed patients, leaving a great many of the survivors visibly "deformed" after single or double mastectomies.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">For women in higher risk groups, earlier or more frequent screenings may be recommended, so talk to your doctor if you have one or more of the following known risk factors:</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc33cc;">Family history of breast cancer</span> - There are two genes known to greatly increase breast cancer risk: BRCA1 and BRCA2. These genes are thought to be related to familial breast cancer development. Women with family history should start regular screening 10 years earlier than other women.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Having no children</span> - Nobody recommends having children just to lower your breast cancer risk, but childless women may want to schedule earlier or more frequent early-detection check-ups.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Delaying first childbirth</span> - Women who choose to wait until their 30s or later to have children may increase their risk of breast cancer.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Not breastfeeding</span> - Breast feeding is not only healthier for your baby, but seems to decrease cancer risks in the mother as well!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Early menstruation</span> - Girls who started their period at a young age (before their teen years) may have a higher risk. Consider teaching your teen daughters about self-exams before they leave home.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Late menopause</span> - If you haven't begun menopause by your mid- to late-forties, you may want to begin your regular mammograms a few years early!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)</span> - While HRT for post-menopausal women reduces risk of osteoporosis, it increases risk of breast cancer. Discuss your relative risk for each of these diseases with your physician before deciding whether HRT is right for you.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Regular alcohol consumption</span> - Some studies show women who drink two drinks or more daily may have 37% increased chance of developing breast cancer. You may wish to consider limiting your alcohol intake, especially if you already have one or more other risk factors working against you.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc66cc;">Estrogen-Progesterone combination medications</span> - Whether you're taking estrogen-progesterone combined birth control, or a combined hormone menopausal therapy, these dual-hormone medications appear to increase breast cancer risk enough for an International Agency for Research on Cancer working group to label them "carcinogenic to humans."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Cancer risk increases with age, to the point where a woman who lives to the age of 90 has a 12.5% risk of breast cancer, compared to the 10% risk of the general female population. However, cancers found in younger patients are often correspondingly more aggressive, so young women who notice any of the following warning symptoms should be sure to schedule a screening with their doctor:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Inflammation, unusual tenderness or heat in one breast - Inflammatory breast cancer is one of the most aggressive forms of the disease, and often does not have a telltale 'lump' to find in a self-exam.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Redness, itching, bruising or 'orange peel' texture to an area of skin on one breast - If any of these signs appears for no known reason, and lasts more than a few days, a doctor's appointment should definitely be scheduled.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Sudden or unusual 'retraction' of a nipple, or unusual discharge - It is often convenient to examine your nipples while taking a shower or getting ready for bed.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Any noticeable change in the shape or size of one breast - While it is normal for women's breasts to be somewhat 'lopsided' or uneven in size and shape, a sudden change in size or shape in only one breast is cause for concern.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">If a lump or other suspicious symptoms are found through a physical exam or mammogram, your doctor will schedule a biopsy, so your breast tissue can be screened for cancerous cells. If the biopsy is positive, a number of other screenings will be done to determine the stage of the cancer. In a Stage 1 cancer, the patient can often be treated with a simple lumpectomy and follow-up radiation therapy, but the survival rate drops quickly as the cancer progresses up to Stage 4. Early detection and treatment cannot be stressed enough.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Many women live long, healthy lives after lumpectomy or mastectomy surgeries, so don't lose hope even if a biopsy comes back positive. One of the best things any cancer patient or survivor can do for their own peace of mind is to seek counseling or join a breast cancer support group. Dealing with cancer and the probable surgeries that will come along with it is difficult for everyone, and having people to talk to who genuinely understands the issues involved is a great help.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Links to Breast cancer in Singapore</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.bcf.org.sg/home/index.php" target="_blank">http://www.bcf.org.sg/home/index.php</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.singaporecancersociety.org.sg/c_breastcancer.htm" target="_blank">http://www.singaporecancersociety.org.sg/c_breastcancer.htm</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.hpb.gov.sg/hpb/default.asp?pg_id=1750" target="_blank">http://www.hpb.gov.sg/hpb/default.asp?pg_id=1750</a></div>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-30265420792214632102010-06-30T16:48:00.000-07:002010-06-30T16:55:12.586-07:00Thyroid - Symptoms, Risks<strong>What is Thyroid?</strong><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">The thyroid is a small gland, shaped like a butterfly, located in the lower part of your neck. The function of a gland is to secrete hormones. The main hormones released by the thyroid are triiodothyronine, abbreviated as T3, and thyroxine, abbreviated as T4. These thyroid hormones deliver energy to cells of the body.</div><br />
<strong>Types of Thyroid</strong><br />
<ol><li><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><strong>Hypothyroidism</strong> - </span>When the thyroid gland is underactive, improperly formed at birth, surgically removed all or in part, or becomes incapable of producing enough thyroid hormone, a person is said to be hypothyroid. One of the most common causes of hypothyroidism is the autoimmune disease called Hashimoto's disease, in which antibodies gradually target the thyroid and destroy its ability to produce thyroid hormone.Symptoms of hypothyroidism usually go along with a slowdown in metabolism, and can include fatigue, weight gain, and depression, among others.</div></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><strong>Hyperthyroidism</strong> - </span>When the thyroid gland becomes overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone, a person is said to be hyperthyroid. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is the autoimmune condition known as Graves' disease, where antibodies target the gland and cause it to speed up hormone production.</div></li>
</ol><strong>Symptoms of Hypothyroidism</strong> (An underactive thyroid)<br />
<ol><li>fatigue, </li>
<li>exhaustionfeeling run down and sluggishdepression</li>
<li>difficulty concentrating, </li>
<li>brain fogunexplained or excessive weight gaindry, </li>
<li>coarse and/or itchy skindry, </li>
<li>coarse and/or thinning hairfeeling cold, especially in the extremitiesconstipation</li>
<li>muscle cramps</li>
<li>increased menstrual flowmore </li>
<li>frequent periods</li>
<li>infertility/miscarriage</li>
</ol><strong>Symptoms of Hyperthryodisim</strong> (An overactive thyroid)<br />
<ol><li>nervousness</li>
<li>irritability</li>
<li>increased perspiration</li>
<li>thinning of your skin</li>
<li>fine brittle hair</li>
<li>muscular weakness especially involving the upper arms and thighsshaky hands</li>
<li>panic disorder</li>
<li>insomniaracing heart</li>
<li>more frequent bowel movements</li>
<li>weight loss despite a good appetite</li>
<li>lighter flow, less frequent menstrual periods</li>
</ol><div style="text-align: justify;">But these symptoms are only the tip of the iceberg. There are comprehensive lists of detailed symptoms and on account of these basic symptoms it is advisory to consult physician.</div>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284989522316793891.post-45803341585492146672008-12-02T21:35:00.000-08:002008-12-02T21:37:07.922-08:00Pregnancy careThe most sweetest and enjoyable period of woman is becoming Mother. Indeed becoming a mother is the utmost life's fulfillment for a Woman. The baby born to us is the symbol of our love to our beloved husband. So for Moms and Moms to be, i herewith present you some useful aids during your tomes of pregnancy.<br /><br />As a first step once you have decided for Pregnancy, its essential for preconception care of your and your life partners health. Any job which is preplanned and worked out will always be fruitful. So when we are indulging in our the most important turning point of our life, preconception care for pregnancy is vital for future baby and also to embrace a healthy lifestyle once you conceive..<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc66cc;">What is Preconception Care?</span><br /><br />1. Get early parental care from Gynecologists.<br /><br />2. Undergo a well balanced nutritious diet and vitamin supplement that contains Vitamin B like Folic Acid under Doctors advise. Calcium and Iron content are also essential as calcium gives bone strength to new moms and iron to aid both mother's and baby's blood carry oxygen.<br /><br />3. Regularize mild exercise under consultation<br /><br />4. Avoid Alcohols, Cigars and illicit drugs.<br /><br />5. Limit Coffee, Tea<br /><br />6. Minimizing your exposure to different environmental risks, such as lead<br /><br />7. Avoid infections especially urinary infections.<br /><br />8. Make sure you are immune to Rubella or German measeles.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Conception Care</span><br /><span style="color:#cc66cc;"></span><br />Being aware of the unique functions of our reproductive system is an excellent first step towards conception as different changes in the cycle occur can help you on your way towards getting pregnant. Making love around the time of ovulation is one way in which a woman can improve her chances of getting pregnant. One way in which to determine when ovulation is occurring is by monitoring cervical mucus. Being aware of different changes in cervical mucus can help you figure out the time during your cycle when you’re most fertile.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Pregnancy Tests</span><br /><span style="color:#cc66cc;"></span><br />A home pregnancy test is a simple one that can give you trustful results in 2-5 minutes. Its due to developments in technology that urine tests for pregnancy assures for 99% like blood tests.You can buy the home pregnancy test devices from PharmacciesThe presence of the hormone called Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin, is detected in woman's urine which occurs only during pregnancy period using such home pregnancy devices. Once you get positive result you can approach the doctor for confirmation and other check ups.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Pregnancy</span></strong><br /><br />During pregnancy, our bodies experience countless wonderful, often unexpected, changes. Many women have many questions at this stage. What to eat , What not to eat, Why, How? etc., I would like to give you more on these on our next weekly updation. Till then have a, have only healthy food and dream for a beautiful baby.<br /><br /><br />Related Links:<br /><a class="style66" href="http://www.babycenter.in/">www.babycenter.in</a><br /><a class="style66" href="http://living.oneindia.in/health/pregnancy">http://living.oneindia.in/health/pregnancy</a><br /><a href="http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007214.htm">www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/</a>Hamsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986779568324943565noreply@blogger.com0