Parkinson’s Disease Treatment

DBS can be used on one or both sides of the brain. After the first few months, you will need it checked occasionally. Recharging can be done at home using a portable charger thats placed over the implant. Whos a Candidate for DBS? Although DBS is the most common surgery for Parkinson’s disease, it’s not appropriate for everyone. DBS hasn’t been shown to benefit people with otherparkinsonisms(disorders that cause Parkinson’s-like symptoms)....

October 31, 2024 · 2 min · 291 words · Megan Moore

What Is Huntington’s Disease? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

The condition develops due to mutations, or changes, in the HTT gene. In addition, one of your parents may also have been diagnosed with it. Most people with Huntingtons begin to show signs and symptoms between the ages 35 and 44. People with Huntingtons usually live for about 15 to 20 years after their symptoms first appear. It can cause symptoms that affect balance and movement, brain function, and behavior and mood....

October 31, 2024 · 3 min · 470 words · Terri Santiago

New FLiRT COVID Variants Take Over U.S.

He has interviewed doctors and pharmaceutical representatives in the U.S. and abroad. Rauf lives in Seattle, Washington. Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

October 30, 2024 · 1 min · 23 words · Edward Ortiz

12 Potential Signs You’re Overdoing It on Sugar

Upset stomach, irritability, and sluggishness are all possible warnings youre consuming too much of the sweet stuff. Of course,not all sugars are the same. [5] [6] So, how do you know if youre eating too much sugar? Look for the following 12 signs, experts advise. [7] Yet its not only the extra calories that can increase weight. Whats more, sugar may damage our fat hormones, including leptin, which inhibits hunger, Li says....

October 29, 2024 · 2 min · 281 words · Colleen Gaines

Shingles Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

While shingles is very rarely life-threatening, it can cause a painful rash anywhere on your body. What Are the Symptoms of Shingles? [2] The pain triggered by shingles can be mild for some and intense for others. Shingles blisters most often appear on one side of the torso, notes the CDC. What Is Postherpetic Neuralgia? This happens because the shingles-damaged nerves continue to send pain signals to the brain. [3]...

October 29, 2024 · 2 min · 279 words · Pamela Rodgers

What It Means to Be Emotionally Unavailable — and What to Do if It’s Affecting Your Relationship

It may be hard or impossible for them to manage or even talk about deep feelings. Which means they may not be capable of giving you what you need emotionally. What Is Emotional Unavailability? Someone whos emotionally available is unable to be vulnerable, either with themselves or with others. It can be a deep-seated issue linked to someones childhood relationship with their parents. But levels of emotional availability can also change depending on a persons life stage and circumstance....

October 29, 2024 · 2 min · 308 words · Savannah Brown

Hives Symptoms: What They Look Like

(2,3) Red bumps on the skin can seem like a somewhat generic description. Couldnt that indicate a number of possible skin issues? How can you know if its hives youre experiencing and not something else? Heres what to know about hives and their unique symptoms. What Are the Symptoms of Hives? Sometimes they itch, burn, or sting. Usually the welts will be surrounded by clear edges. They may look similar to bug bites, but hives generally will appear and disappear more quickly....

October 28, 2024 · 2 min · 312 words · Aaron Garcia

What Is Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria (Hives)? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

But for some people, the welts dont disappear in a day or even a week. Most cases of chronic hives are idiopathic, with no identifiable cause. Hives are not contagious; they cant spread from person to person. How Is Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria Diagnosed? Still, its not uncommon for hives to reoccur, even several years later. Additionally, many patients with chronic urticaria have outbreaks in multiple places on their body. The first-line therapy for patients who are having frequent episodes of chronic hives is a long-acting, nonsedating antihistamine....

October 28, 2024 · 2 min · 314 words · Karla Arias

8 Laundry Tips for People With Eczema

When were trying to get irritated skin calmed down, every little bit can help. Even if they are organic or natural, fragrances can trigger eczema. It is important to look for a product that is fragrance free. Going by a sniff test wont cut it, either. I have a case that I will never forget. Once we got rid of those, his skin totally cleared. Tippi Atopic Dermatitis: Tips for Living With Eczema 3....

October 26, 2024 · 1 min · 204 words · Madison Harris

Hairdressers, Accountants, and Beauticians May Have an Increased Risk of Ovarian Cancer

The results are still preliminary, though. What Is the Connection Between Cancer Risk and Your Job? They also collected information about the womens professions and how long they had been in their fields. The study also notes that scientists cannot quantify the risk increase because of the limited data. Very few previous studies investigated occupational hazards for women-dominated jobs, such as hairdressers and beauticians, she says. Can Certain Chemicals Increase the Risk of Ovarian Cancer?...

October 25, 2024 · 1 min · 119 words · Anna Perez

Nando’s Peri Peri Chicken Burger

This is my copycat of the FAMOUS Nandos Peri Peri Chicken Burger! Excellent for summer BBQs! Here in Australia, it has a cult following! Marinating the chicken in Peri Peri Sauce Its full flavoured yet fresh, and I describe it as a party in your mouth. The combination of the creamy sauce with the fresh Peri Peri sauce in the burger is a killer! But better, because its made from real ingredients!...

October 24, 2024 · 4 min · 654 words · Sean Jones

New Pneumonia Vaccine Gets CDC Nod: Should You Get It?

Why Pneumonia Vaccines Matter [5] Other infections are less common, but more deadly. [8] What Are the Advantages of the New Vaccine? Is this new vaccination better than pneumococcal vaccines that have come before? The trouble with comparing different vaccines is that they cover different strains, he says. Prevnar20 (pneumococcal 20-valent conjugate vaccine) from Pfizer has been a leading vaccination for adults. While PCV21 covers just one more strain than PCV20, the comparison is more than a matter of numbers....

October 24, 2024 · 1 min · 188 words · Kimberly Barnes

What Is Aspergillosis? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

[1] These diseases can range from mild to life-threatening. The group of diseases resulting from this mold is referred to as aspergillosis. [2] Signs and Symptoms of Aspergillosis The different types of aspergillosis can cause different symptoms. Diagnosing aspergillosis can be difficult because symptoms can be similar to other lung conditions. Over long-term therapy, the fungi may develop resistance to some antifungals. Allergic forms, like ABPA, may require steroid and antifungal treatment for a few months, possibly longer....

October 24, 2024 · 2 min · 219 words · Dr. Ronald Scott