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Bipolar Disorder Symptoms

Bipolar disorder is typically characterized by mood swings that may last for several weeks to months at a time. These mood swings fall into two main categories: the depressive phase and the manic phase, with each phase characterized by distinct symptoms.

24 Jul 2009

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder that was previously called manic depressive psychosis or manic depression. The condition is typically characterized by a mood that "swings" from a depressive state where an individual may feel down and lethargic to a manic phase that may cause them to feel hyperactive and jittery.

24 Jul 2009

Cystic Fibrosis Questions

Some of the frequently asked questions regarding cystic fibrosis include: What is cystic fibrosis? What is newborn screening for cystic fibrosis? How can cystic fibrosis be confirmed after an abnormal cystic fibrosis screen?

22 Jul 2009

Cystic Fibrosis Screening

Cystic fibrosis screening test results are based on determination of heterogeneous circulating forms of immunoreactive trypsinogen (IRT) and the most common cystic fibrosis mutation that is usually associated with severe cystic fibrosis disease, ∆F508.

22 Jul 2009

Genetics of Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder caused by the dysfunction of a protein that transports sodium and chloride across cell membranes. This protein is called the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR). Mutation of the CFTR gene gives rise to a protein that lets too much salt and not enough water into the cells, causing mucus to be become thick and sweat to become salty.

22 Jul 2009

Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous system that affects balance, movement and vision. Multiple sclerosis is an example of a demyelinating disease, where the protective coating called myelin that surrounds nerve fibres becomes damaged.

18 Jul 2009

Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can be difficult to diagnose when a person has had just one “attack” of what appears to be MS symptoms. Other conditions share MS symptoms and a physician will need to rule those out first.

18 Jul 2009

Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

There is no cure for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Treatment aims at delaying disease progression and preventing symptom relapse.

18 Jul 2009

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurodegenerative disorder that damages the nerves in the brain and spinal cord, leading to problems with muscle movement, balance and vision.

18 Jul 2009

Rosacea Treatment

Rosacea can't be cure, but can be controlled. Using your medications faithfully can give you much clearer skin and actually help keep the symptoms from coming back. Your provider will recommend treatment designed for you. In most cases this will include an oral antibiotic and/or a topical antibiotic (applied directly to your skin).

17 Jul 2009

Rosacea Causes

Rosacea is typically characterized by a redness and discoloration across the face, accompanied by persistent red spots and the appearance of prominent blood vessels. Over time, the skin may thicken and enlarge and eventually cause facial deformity.

17 Jul 2009

Rosacea Symptoms

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition leading to redness, flushing and sometimes permanent deformity of the face. Rosacea is particularly common among fair skinned, Caucasian individuals but can also be found among people of Asian and African origin.

17 Jul 2009

Rosacea: Facial Redness

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that mainly affects the face. Typically, rosacea is characterized by facial redness and flushing. There may also be burning or stinging, persistent spots, and prominent blood vessels across affected areas. Over time, the skin may thicken and enlarge and eventually cause deformity, particularly of the nose.

17 Jul 2009

Asthma Attacks

Asthma is a condition that affects the bronchial tubes or the airways. In normal breathing, air travels through the nose or mouth to the windpipe or trachea and from there to the airways and lungs, and then finally back.

17 Jul 2009

What If My Asthma Gets Worse?

Asthma can be kept under control using a variety of measures such as routine checkups, regular peak flow monitoring, following the asthma action plan and avoiding triggers that cause asthma. However, asthma does flare up sometimes without warning.

17 Jul 2009

Using A Peak Flow Meter

A peak flow meter is a user-friendly, portable device that helps measure the ability of the lungs to expel air. It estimates peak expiratory flow rate which is a measure of how rapidly air can be exhaled from your lungs, after taking a deep breath. This gives an idea about how well air is moving through the airways. In cases like asthma-related bronchoconstriction, peak flow levels will be low. Peak flow measurements at regular intervals help keep track of the level of control of asthma by detecting the narrowing of airways before symptoms occur.

17 Jul 2009

Monitoring Asthma

Monitoring the signs and symptoms of asthma on a regular basis will help keep the condition under control. A few tools available for effective monitoring of asthma are discussed below.

17 Jul 2009

Exercise and Asthma

Exercise or other physical activity can trigger asthma-related symptoms. Symptoms usually occur during or right after physical activity. However, if asthma is under control, exercise should not cause problems. In fact, asthmatic people can enjoy any physical activity without developing symptoms, if they follow a few ground rules.

17 Jul 2009

Asthma Medications and Drugs

Most people with asthma need two kinds of medicines: quick-relief medicines and long-term control medicines. Often these medications are taken via inhaler.

17 Jul 2009

Controlling Asthma

Asthma is characterized by repeated episodes of coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Although there is no known cure for asthma, symptoms of asthma can be brought under control with the help of effective asthma management techniques.

17 Jul 2009