Health Guide: Conditions and Treatments (Page 35)
The Most Common Causes of Swollen Feet and Ankles
Have you ever come home from a long day at work, pulled your shoes off and put your feet up to look on in shock at how swollen they were? Swollen feet and ankles are incredibly common, and often not much to worry about. If you spend a huge chunk of time standing around, or do a lot of walking during the course of your day this is one of the simple side effects. You should only be concerned if you... ❯❯❯
Dame Edna? No Thanks!
My most recent trip to the opticians did not go well, nope it did not go well at all. Not only did I get told off for not having been for a check-up in over five years, (yes I know it is bad and yes do go get booked in if you’re reading this and thinking ‘well I can’t remember the last time I went’); I was also told those dreaded words…You’re going to need some glasses. Noooooooooo, was my... ❯❯❯
How You Know When You Have Cystitis
Cystitis can be a painful and debilitating condition that really affects your day to day life. As with any medical ailment, it’s important that you learn about symptoms, effects and treatment in order to get a full understanding of exactly what is happening to your body, why it is happening and what can be done about it. What is it? Cystitis is the inflammation of the bladder which may be... ❯❯❯
Top Ways to Help Sooth Emotional Upset
Emotional trouble is bad for obvious reasons, but it's important for us not to let our troubles seep into other areas of our lives. Different levels of upset can call for different remedies, but there are a few things which can help in just about any situation – and here are a few of them. Indulge in a bit of culture Whether your cup of tea is cinema, literature or a trip to the theatre, a... ❯❯❯
Natural Remedies for Anxiety
Some of those who are diagnosed as having an anxiety disorder may not want to resort to medication immediately, and often try herbal remedies first. Here we take a look at some of the natural ways that you can help soothe your anxiety problems. Vitamin B Vitamin B is actually a group of B vitamins that are essential for a whole range of things within the body. They are good for breaking down... ❯❯❯
5 Signs of Menopause for Women
Regardless of the amount of exercise you incorporate in your life and the healthy balance of your diet, no matter the amount of plastic surgery you undertake or the spiritual journeys you attempt, aging in inescapable. It’s a natural part of life, and thanks to modern medicine, more and more people in every generation experience life at an advanced age. Because of that, menopause has become a... ❯❯❯
5 Tips for Helping Someone Who Is Having a Seizure
Your first step in helping someone who is having a seizure is to remain calm. It might be terrifying to witness at first, but remaining calm, collected and prepared might save that person’s life. There are a number of reasons why someone might be having a seizure, but the most common is a condition called epilepsy. There is a surprising percentage of the population with epilepsy and at least 10%... ❯❯❯
5 potential causes of regular headaches
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints in the UK, with the NHS estimating around 10 million people get headaches on a regular basis. Whilst most headaches are easily treatable with mild, over the counter pain relief, some are more severe and require further medical investigation. Some of the common causes of headaches can be medically related, with issues such as migraines,... ❯❯❯
Vibration White Finger FAQ
Vibration White Finger, also known as Dead Finger or Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome, is a form of Raynaud’s Syndrome. It’s an injury common to those who work in industrial environments, usually contracted after prolonged use of vibrating, hand-held machinery. This condition affects tens of thousands of industrial workers each year, some of who go on to make vibration white finger claims. This... ❯❯❯
Possible Causes of Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy consists of a range of non-progressive, non-contagious neurological conditions that affect the brain and nervous system, which then have an impact on human development as well as the individual's movement and coordination. ‘Cerebral’ refers to the area of the brain that is affected, while palsy means complete or partial muscle paralysis. This is also accompanied by a loss of... ❯❯❯
