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Dumping Syndrome Can Cause Low Blood Sugar in Gastric Bypass Recipients

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:57:55 EDT

One of the worst side effects of this type of stomach surgery is gastric dumping syndrome. When you have dumping syndrome, you often have a surge of insulin which causes low blood sugar that goes along with the dumping.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Jan 29, 2012

I was Diagnosed with a Conversion Disorder

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:36:21 EDT

A conversion disorder often mimics a stroke. A person who has a conversion disorder has lost the function to one or more parts of the body.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Jan 27, 2012

What Are Iatrogenic Diseases?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:27:48 EDT

Every doctor must take an oath not to harm you while giving you medical care. The actual words are “Primum non nocere,” translated into “First do no harm.”

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Jan 27, 2012

Nail Health: Can Your Nails Indicate the Presence of Melanoma?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:25:02 EDT

Dark stripes or bands seen through the nails of the thumb, forefinger, or great toe can indicate the presence of melanoma. The clinical name for melanoma of the nail bed is called subungual melanoma.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Dec 12, 2011

Do the Color and Shape of Your Nails Indicate Possible Health Problems?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:25:09 EDT

If you notice that your fingernails and/or toenails are white or very pale, you should consult with your physician to determine if you are in good health.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Dec 09, 2011

Can an Air Filter Reduce the Symptoms of Winter Allergies?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:51:21 EDT

Many who suffer with allergies suffer more during the winter months. Using an air purifier in your home can help to reduce the symptoms of winter allergies.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Dec 07, 2011

What is the Difference Between a Winter Allergy and a Winter Cold?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:36:01 EDT

If you have been sick for a long time with stuffy nose, sneezing and other respiratory problems, see your doctor. Don’t try to self-medicate if your symptoms have lasted more than a few days.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Dec 07, 2011

What Does Gout Feel Like?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:12:11 EDT

If you have gout, you will experience pain that is different from any other type of arthritis. Gout is more common in men, but women can get it too.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Nov 14, 2011

Are Conversion Disorders Real Illnesses?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:36:56 EDT

When a person has a conversion disorder, there will be some sort of physical manifestation of an illness or condition that is related to depression or anxiety. One of the most common conversion disorders is back pain.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Nov 09, 2011

Depression is a Disease NOT an Emotion

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:49:25 EDT

Oftentimes people think of depression as an emotion or a state of mind. They often believe that depression is a way of thinking, and we can just “snap out of it.” Many of us experience the symptoms of depression...

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Nov 03, 2011

Are You at Risk for Alzheimer's Disease? Part 3

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:34:45 EDT

If you have had head trauma sometime in your life, you may be at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. You may also be at risk for Alzheimer’s disease if you have heart and vascular problems.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Nov 03, 2011

Are You at Risk for Alzheimer's Disease? Part 2

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:35:59 EDT

The APOE genes are not truly causative factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease, and some people who develop the disease don’t have the APOEe4 gene which does appear to be a risk factor.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 28, 2011

Can Heartburn Medication Cause Swelling in Legs?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 06:25:37 EDT

Antacids and acid blocking medications can cause bad side effects if they are taken routinely over a long period of time. One of the most common side effects of heartburn medications is swelling of the legs and feet.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 21, 2011

Can Fish Oil Capsules Cause Heartburn?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 06:25:16 EDT

A diet rich in fish is a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids; but if you don't eat a lot of fish, fish oil capsules give you about a gram of Omega 3s. Fish oil capsules can cause heartburn, so it is best to take them with food.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 21, 2011

Are You at Risk for Alzheimer's Disease? Part 1

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 23:48:56 EDT

Alzheimer’s disease usually develops after a person reaches 65 years of age; however, rare forms of Alzheimer’s can occur in people much younger than that.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 19, 2011

My First Experience with the EpiPen

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 23:44:33 EDT

The EpiPen saved my life.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 19, 2011

Causes of Rectal Pain: Constipation and Hemorrhoids

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 23:43:29 EDT

Rectal pain is a common complaint, especially among women. The medical term for rectal pain is commonly referred to as proctalgia.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 19, 2011

Proctalgia: Causes of Rectal Pain

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 08:26:35 EDT

Rectal pain is known as proctalgia. The most common complaints of rectal pain are related to chronic constipation and hemorrhoids.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 08, 2011

What Causes Metabolic Encephalopathy?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 08:19:45 EDT

Metabolic encephalopathy is usually a temporary condition which is caused by an upset in the body's metabolism. Although, it is usually temporary, it can result in being a permanent disorder and can lead to coma and death.

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 08, 2011

Conversion Disorders: Can Depression Cause Blindness?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Charlene Collins) — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:28:47 EDT

Conversion disorders occur, oftentimes, in people who are chronically depressed. The most common conversion disorder is a backache. Back pain occurs in the majority of depressed patients, but sometimes people have more serious problems, such as blind...

Contributor: Charlene Collins
Published: Oct 06, 2011