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• Causes of Dehydration

  2008-08-26T09:00:00.000-07:00

  If you're an average adult, every day you lose more than 10 cups (close to 2.5 liters) of water simply by sweating, breathing and eliminating waste. You also lose electrolytes — minerals such as sodium, potassium and calcium that maintain the balance of fluids in your body. Normally, you can replenish what you've lost through the foods and liquids you consume, even when you're active.

  Causes include:-

  1. Lack of adequate water intake, because you're sick or busy, or because you lack access to potable water when you're traveling, hiking or camping, mouth sores, uncosciousness etc.
  2. increased losses due to Diarrhea, vomiting, excessive sweating in hot and humid conditions, fever, diabetes due to increased urination, excessive respiration like in pneumonia, burns, etc.
  3. Renal failure, addison’s disease and other similar conditions too can lead to increased urination thus leading to dehydration.
  4. Certain medications — diuretics, antihistamines, blood pressure medications and some psychiatric drugs — as well as alcohol also can lead to dehydration, generally because they cause you to urinate or perspire more than normal.

  As the patient becomes more dehydrated - irrespective of the cause - symptoms include: weight loss (2-3 pounds per day), dryness of the mouth, decreased production of saliva, impaired swallowing, shrinkage of tissue, dry/wrinkled skin, headache, raised pulse, shrunken eyes, and fever. As dehydration and salt loss progresses, blood output from the heart decreases, while sweating may cease entirely. Body temperature then rises precipitously. If urination falls too low in response to the dehydrated condition of the body, the kidney becomes unable to excrete toxic waste products. The combined effect of high temperature, reduced blood output and kidney malfunction is irreversible shock and death. Typically this occurs in previously healthy adults after a water loss of about 12-15 liters (3-3.75 gallons), but may occur much more quickly in the very young or very old.

  
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  Vinay Gupta

• Causes of Hair Loss

  2008-08-19T09:02:00.000-07:00

  The common causes of hair loss include:-

  1. A stress like surgery, severe illness etc. For example, about 3 or 4 months after an illness or a major surgery, you may suddenly lose a large amount of hair. This hair loss is related to the stress of the illness and is temporary. This is also known as Telogen Effluvium.
  2. Hormonal problems like low thyroid, elevated testosterone, and diabetes and PCOS (Polycystic Ovaria Syndrome) can lead to hair loss.
  3. Several inflammatory skin conditions, such as eczema, seborrhea, and psoriasis, cause patches of hair loss with red and scaly skin underneath. Fungal scalp infections (also called ringworm) and bacterial infections of the hair roots (folliculitis) can also cause similar problems.
  4. Tight hairbands can cause local trauma & thinning simply by breaking off the hairs at their base. Some chemical hair treatments damage the follicles or the hair itself. Insects that attack the hair (like lice or scabies) can cause hair loss either by directly breaking the hair or by causing the person to scratch, which in turn damages the hair.
  5. In male- and female-pattern baldness, the time of growth shortens, and the hairs are not as thick or sturdy. With each growth cycle, the hairs become rooted more superficially and more easily fall out. Heredity likely plays a key role.
  6. Having inadequate protein or iron in your diet or poor nourishment in other ways can cause you to experience hair loss. Fad diets, crash diets and certain illnesses, such as eating disorders, can cause poor nutrition.
  7. Certain drugs used to treat gout, arthritis, depression, heart problems and high blood pressure may cause hair loss in some people. Taking birth control pills also may result in hair loss for some women.
  8. Psychological problems may lead to a condition called Trichotillomania in which people pull out their hair, leading to hair loss.
     

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  Labels: Causes of Hairloss, Diet For Hair

  
  Vinay Gupta

• Benefits Of Breastfeeding

  2008-08-03T17:29:00.000-07:00
  Breastfeeding is the best form of nutrition for babies. Breastmilk provides all the nutrients a baby needs. In the UK it is recommended that babies fed by breastfeeding alone for their first six months. The recommended age for starting to add in solid foods ('weaning') is six months. Below are some benefits of why 'breast is best' for most babies and mothers.
  
  What are Benefits of Breastfeeding?
  
  
  • Breast milk is the most complete form of nutrition for infants. A mother's milk has just the right amount of fat, sugar, water, and protein that is needed for a baby's growth and development.
  • Most babies find it easier to digest breast milk than they do formula.
    There is some evidence that children who are breast-fed are less likely to be obese when they are grown up.
  • There is also growing evidence that babies who are breast fed are less likely to develop diabetes and heart disease in later life.
  • Many mothers also get emotional benefits from breastfeeding because of the closeness of this interaction with the baby and from the satisfaction of helping to nourish their babies.
    Breastfeeding can help a mother to bond with her baby. Physical contact is important to newborns and can help them feel more secure, warm and comforted.
  • Some of the nutrients in breast milk also help protect an infant against some common childhood illnesses and infections, such as diarrhoea, middle ear infections, and certain lung infections.
  
  
  

  Are there cases in which it is better not to breastfeed?

  • A woman with certain health conditions, such as HIV or active tuberculosis, should not breastfeed because she risks giving the infection to her infant through her breast milk.
  • Women who actively use drugs or do not control their alcohol intake, or who have a history of these situations, may also be advised not to breastfeed.
  • Certain medicines, including some mood stabilizers and migraine medicines, can also pass through the breast milk and cause harm to the infant.
    

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  Vinay Gupta

• Causes and Treatment for Hair Loss

  2008-07-28T20:05:00.000-07:00
  Causes of Hair loss
  
  A lot of men today who suffer from hair loss are usually so intent on finding a solution, they will try almost anything. It's not that they are looking for some fountain of youth. They are just tired of hair loss making them look ten to fifteen years older than they really are, and they are committed to doing something decisive and positive about it.
  
  Baldness and hair loss are not always inevitable, and the amount and rate of loss can often be diminished with the correct treatment. Some men have areas on the scalp that are very sensitive to the male sex hormones that circulate in men's blood. The hormones make the hair follicles - from which hair grows - shrink. Eventually, they become so small that they cannot replace lost hairs. The follicles are still alive, but are no longer able to perform their task.
  
  Treatment for Hair Loss
  
  There are various solutions for baldness available but only some of them work appreciably in reducing hair loss or controlling baldness. Baldness is generally regarded as natural, and not a disease. So if a person decides they wish to try to get their hair back, they will probably have to pay for the lengthy, expensive procedure themselves.
  To solution to solving such a physical problem is to consult a doctor and follow the advice with the prescribed medication.
  
  Finasteride (Propecia) is a medicine taken in tablet form that partially blocks the effects of the male hormones (an 'anti-androgen'). It is used in a higher dose to reduce the size of the prostate gland in men with benign prostatic hypertrophy. Propecia has been shown to halt further hair loss and promote re-growth of scalp hair in approximately 80 per cent of patients after three to six months. Treatment must be continued to sustain the improvement in hair growth.
  
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  Label: Causes of Hair Loss, Treatment for Hair Loss
  Vinay Gupta

• What Is Sore Throat

  2008-07-14T21:30:00.000-07:00

  A sore throat (also known as pharyngitis or tonsillitis) is a disease primarily located in the area around the tonsils. It can be caused by both a virus and a bacteria. A sore throat is partly a disease in itself and partly an effect of other diseases such as flu and glandular fever.The disease is normally seen in children and young people but it can occur at any age. The characteristics of the disease are throat pain and trouble swallowing. If the disease is due to bacteria it can be treated with antibiotics. Usually there are no complications.

  What are the signs of a sore throat?

  Breathing through the mouth (can cause drying and irritation of the throat)Common coldViral pharyngitisInfluenzaStrep throat (caused by streptococcal bacteria)Infectious mononucleosisFish, chicken bone, or other foreign substance stuck in the throat. (For emergency actions, see choking child or adult or CPR.)Endotracheal intubation (tube insertion)Surgery such as tonsillectomy and adenoidectomySore throat caused by bacteriaBacterial causes of sore throat or tonsillitis can require further attention from parents and pediatricians. Streptococcus, or strep, is the most frequently found bacterial cause of sore throat. This germ requires an antibiotic for rapid treatment. Antibiotics do not lower the body's immune system or make it "lazy." On the contrary, antibiotics enable the normal, healthy immune system to kill bacteria (like strep) more rapidly and effectively.

  Treatment For Sore Throat

  Viral pharyngitis: Treat symptomatically with hydration, decongestants, saline nasal spray, analgesics, and restStrep pharyngitis: Appropriate antibiotics (e.g., penicillin, erythromycin) and symptomatic treatment with analgesicsMononucleosis: Symptomatic treatment with analgesics; limit contact sports if splenomegaly is present –Hospitalization in patients with encephalitis, airway compromise, or dehydration due to nausea/vomiting secondary to hepatitisAllergic pharyngitis: Antihistamines, nasal steroidsForeign body: Protect airway; removal by ENT doctorGERD: H2 blockers (e.g., ranitidine) or proton pump inhibitors (e.g., omeprazole), elevate head of bed, weight loss, small meals

  
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  Label: Symptoms of Sore Throat, Ask From Medical Experts
  

  
  Vinay Gupta

• Tonsillectomies - To do or not to do

  2008-07-06T22:01:00.000-07:00
  Tonsillectomies have long been the 'bread and butter' of the ENT surgeons. When they are indicated, they are a great help for the kids and parents, however it has been seen that a lot many tonsillectomies are NOT NECESSARY!So how do we decide when a tonsillectomy is indicated?A tonsillectomy is generally done for recurrent 'sore throat' or throat infections.
  
  However in most children it has been shown that there is no significant decrease in the number of Upper respiratory infections (URI) after undergoing tonsillectomies (Sept 11, 2004, BMJ).
  
  Only those children who get a documented (seen by a doctor, preferably)attack of URI of 6-7 times in 1 year, or 5 episodes per year for 2consecutive years, or 3 episodes per year for 3 consecutive years shouldprobably be taken up for tonsillectomy.
  
  Among other reasons for tonsillectomies would be extremely large tonsils interfering with sleep (Obstructive Sleep Apnoea) detected by snoring, irregular sleep, daytime sleepiness, and mouth breathing. Also if a child has very severe URI's with long lasting symptoms tonsillectomy may be undertaken sooner.
  
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  Labels: tonsils
  Vinay Gupta

• Breast feeding cuts Asthma Risk

  2008-07-06T21:28:00.001-07:00
  There is more good news for parents that have been exclusively breastfeeding, a recent published by AAAAI clearly shows that Babies who are exclusively breast-fed for their first four months of life have a reduced risk of asthma during their first four years. Researchers analyzed data about 4, 089 infants and found that asthma rate was 6.4 percent among 4-year-old children who'd been exclusively breast-fed for the first four months or longer, compared with 9.1 percent of those who'd been exclusively breast-fed for less than four months.The important thing to note is that these kids had been given NOTHING but breast feed for the first 4 months. The study also found that continued partial breast-feeding after exclusive breast-feeding also helped protect children against asthma.Given the trend of increasing asthma in Indian kids, this study shows a simple way to try and reduce this epidemic disease.For more question about breast feeding visit us at http://www.simplyanswer.com/ and post your question online.
  
  Label: Breastfeeding Effects
  Vinay Gupta

• GoodBye Mr Walker

  2008-06-19T17:14:00.000-07:00

  Most parents are very anxious about their kid’s milestones, and would like them to achieve walking, talking sitting etc. as soon as possible, even though there is no scientific basis for this.To this end many parents want to know if putting their child in a 'walker' will help make the child walk faster.I feel that there are a few disadvantages to using a walker and these must be kept in mind before the use of walker is decided upon.

  Disadvantages:

  Children using walker actually walk 'later'. This is because their inherent need to move quickly from on e place to another is satisfied by using a walker; also while in a walker a child is not really walking he/she is just sitting and cruising around. This leads to the use of calf muscles, rather than the hip muscles which are needed to walk, thereby delaying walking.Another issue with a walker is safety; a child in a walker is very likely to trip on even a small bump on the floor (like the edge a carpet, uneven floor etc.). Also fall from a staircase is likely to result in worse injuries if the child is in a walker.

  Advantages:

  The reason why most parents use a walker is to see the child move around and generally feel independent; children love it for the same reason;Another important feedback mothers give is that it helps them to do other household chores like cooking etc. because they know the child will not be sitting on the floor, putting various undesirable things in their mouth, catching a cold by sitting on the cold floor etc.All things considered my advice is that if you have not bought a walker... don't buy one. Consider buying a push-toy where the child stands with the support of the toy and pushes it, this is not only more physiological (natural) but also avoids the problems associated with the walker. If you have already bought one and your child is happy in it, let it be but be careful especially if you have stairs around the house. If you want to keep your child busy and safe while you are doing house work, consider buying a play pen wherein you can put all the toys so that the child can play and remain safe!

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  Label: Advantage of Walker, Disadvantage of Walker

  
  Vinay Gupta

• How To Choose A Pediatrician

  2008-05-26T18:02:00.001-07:00
  Choosing a pediatrician is an important event that should actually begin even before the child is born. As a general pediatrician, I frequently speak with both current and expecting parents about choosing a pediatrician. Many parents are not aware of the importance of selecting the right doctor for their children, or of how to go about doing it.
  Let us first begin by asking the basic question:
  
  Why Choose A Pediatrician To Care For Your Child?
  
  The role of a pediatrician involves all of the following:
  
  
  • Screening and evaluating babies and children for appropriate growth and development, and assessing abnormalities and disabilities, if any.
  • Vaccination of babies and children, and advice about specific diseaseprevention.Advice on feeding, diet, food supplements, and other nutrition concerns.
  • Assessing illnesses and treating them, including admission to hospitalisation for serious diseases. Coordination of care for children receiving treatment from different specialists, and responsibility for the child's overall health.
  • Health education for the family.

  Pediatricians have the most comprehensive medical trainingto respond to these needs.

  How Are Pediatricians Trained?

  A Pediatrician is a 'qualified' Child Specialist. In India this means that after doing his basic MBBS (5 years) a pediatrician has to undergo an additional training (for 2-3 years, on-the-job training) in dealing exclusively with children. This residency training prepares pediatricians to help meet the needs of healthy children in such areas as normal growth, development, nutrition and behavior. After completing the training an exam needs to be passed to become a Pediatrician. A normal physician has less pediatric training than pediatricians, and may not be able to provide the same quality of care to a child as a pediatrician. Some pediatricians have additional subspecialty training beyond residency.In the next part we will discuss the 'ideal qualities' to look for in a pediatrician!

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  Vinay Gupta

• AAP Endrses New Meningococcal Vaccine

  2008-05-17T07:40:00.000-07:00
  The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released a new policy statement recommending routine meningococcal vaccination for certain age groups. The guidelines call for the quadrivalent meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) for:
  
  • Young adolescents (11-12 years of age)
  • Adolescents at high school entry or 15 years of age (whichever comes first) for those who have not previously been vaccinated
  • All college freshmen living in dormitories
  • Other groups at high risk such as those with underlying medical conditions or travelers to areas with high rates of meningococcal disease

  The recommendations will help prevent meningococcal disease, a potentially fatal bacterial infection. Although rare, meningococcal disease is dangerous because the disease progresses rapidly, and within hours of the onset of symptoms it may cause permanent disability or death.

  
  Meningococcal disease is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in U.S. toddlers, adolescents and young adults. Symptoms include high fever, headache, stiff neck, confusion, nausea, vomiting and exhaustion, and a rash may appear. Lifestyle factors thought to contribute to the disease include direct contact with an infected person, e.g., exchanging saliva, often through kissing; crowded living conditions, e.g., dormitories; and active or passive smoking. Vaccination is the best method of preventing meningococcal disease.

  
  Meningococcal infections can be treated with drugs such as penicillin. "Still, " says AAP President Carol Berkowitz, MD, FAAP, "about one in every ten people who get the disease dies from it, and many others are affected for life. That is why preventing the disease through use of meningococcal vaccine is important for the high-risk groups."

  
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) determined that establishing the target age at 11 years may give lasting immunity through college. Studies have determined that the disease peaks in 16- to 18-year-olds, supporting vaccination of 15-year-olds.

  More information on the vaccine can be found at the AAP Web site at http://www.aap.org/ and ask for online medical consultation at http://www.simplyanswer.com/

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  Vinay Gupta

• http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/OnlineHealthGuide/~3/288160962/masturbation-in-preschool-children_11.html

  2008-05-11T10:08:00.001-07:00
  
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• Masturbation in Preschool children

  2008-05-11T10:08:00.000-07:00
  I recently had a 3 year old child from Canada. The parents that thier child had possibly a recurrent pinworm infection (as stated by their health care provider). On detailed questioning it was found that the child enjoyed rubbing her genitals againt any surface, as opposed to scratching with her fingers. This suggested a diagnosis of masturbation.The following information is by Dr. Barton Schmitt, and taken from the Virtual hospital website. This may come as a shock, but it is estimated that almost 30% of toddlers and preschoolers masturbate. Masturbation is self-stimulation of the genitals for pleasure and self-comfort. It is a normal, healthy activity at any age. During masturbation, children usually rub themselves with their hands. Girls may rock against an object such as a stuffed animal or pillow. Children usually appear dazed, flushed, and preoccupied while they are masturbating. These children have discovered masturbation during normal exploration of their bodies and it continues because it feels good. Masturbation becomes frequent only if the child is pressured to stop. That invites a power struggle.Try these approaches instead:• First, set realistic goals. It’s impossible to eliminate masturbation. All that you can control is where it occurs. Accept it in the bedroom or bathroom or at nap time.• Second, ignore masturbation at naptime or at bedtime. Don’t check on your child at these times.• Third, distract your child from masturbation at other times. Try a toy or a new activity. If this fails, send your child to his room. You can’t ignore it, or your child will feel he can masturbate anywhere. Your child will catch on to privacy and modesty somewhere between the ages of four and six.• Fourth, be sure no one punishes your child for this. It’s counterproductive.• Finally, if you’re having trouble accepting this normal behavior, talk with your child’s doctor.My suggestion: Please remember that there is no sexual element in preschooler masturbation, it is just a pleasurable sensation generated by self-exploration, do not let your guilt, feeling about sex influence your atitude towards the child. Try to be nonchalant about the whole thing, and inform the child that it is inappropriate to carry out this activity in public. In a way, it would be equivalent to thumb-sucking or any similar activity that the child indulges in while he is bored or alone.For more help from experts visit us at http://www.simplyanswer.com and ask question online.
  Vinay Gupta

• Sleep Hygiene for Children

  2008-05-04T17:25:00.001-07:00
  My sister-in-law has an adorable 1 year old boy. This otherwise happy baby however becomes a extreemly fussy, irritable and cranky at least once/ twice a day.... Reason: Sleep time! In my practice I have come across innumerable instances of children having a lot of difficulty in falling of to sleep.Listed below are a few tips to help get your child to sleep without a lot of fussHave a set bedtime and bedtime routine for your child.Bedtime and wake-up time should be about the same time on school nights and non-school nights. There should not be more than about an hour difference from one day to another.Make the hour before bed shared quiet time. Avoid such high-energy activities as rough play, and stimulating activities such as watching TV or playing computer games just before bed.Don't send your child to bed hungry. A light snack (such as milk and cookies) before bed is a good idea. Heavy meals within an hour or two of bedtime, however, may interfere with sleep.Avoid products containing caffeine for at least several hours before bedtime. These include caffeinated sodas, coffee, tea, and chocolate.Make sure your child spends time outside every day whenever possible and is involved in regular exercise.Keep your child's bedroom quiet and dark. A low-level nightlight is acceptable for children who find completely dark rooms frightening.Keep your child's bedroom at a comfortable temperature during the night (less than 75 degrees).Don't use your child's bedroom for time-out or punishment.Keep the television set out of your child's bedroom. Children can easilydevelop the bad habit of “needing” the TV to fall asleep. It's also much moredifficult to control your child's TV viewing if the set is in the bedroom.If you have question then you can post your question at http://www.simplyanswer.com/
  
  Label: Sleep Hygiene For Children
  Vinay Gupta

• Health Tip: Handling Burns

  2008-05-04T17:24:00.000-07:00
  Would you know what to do if a family member got a thermal burn?That's the term for a burn caused by contact with open flame, hot liquid, a hot surface, or other source of high heat.Do you know the 4 C's of burn care (Univ of Missouri)?Cool the wound, Clean the wound, Cover the wound and Call the doctorThe Shriners HospitalsFor Children suggests these steps (HealthDayNews) :Get the victim away from the heat source as quickly and safely as possible.Cool the burn with cold water ( not ICE/ icewater).Cover the area with a sterile pad or clean sheet.Maintain the person's body temperature andtake the victim to the nearest medical facility.Do not apply oils, sprays or ointments to a serious burn.Some other do's and dont's:For eye burns, seek medical opinion immediately, do NOT put eye drops/ ointmentsIn case of a small burn, you may apply an antiseptic cream before seeking medical adviceIf the burn is larger than the size of the palm (in adults) do seek out a doctorDO NOT puncture blisters, they are sterile and prevent infectionIn case of limb burns, remove constricting things like rings, bangles, belt, boots etc. as it may be difficult to remove them later due to swelling.If you want to know treatment for heat burn online visit us at http://www.simplyanswer.com here you can post your question easily and can get the assistance of medical experts.
  
  Labels: Heat Burn Treatments
  Vinay Gupta

• How To Give Steam Inhalation in Children

  2008-05-04T17:23:00.002-07:00
  Steam is a very important treatment in children for treating colds, stuffy nose and cough. Not only does it liquefy the mucus, but it also reduces nasal congestion and nasal blockage. In children the role of steam is more as they are not effectively able to cough out secretions and because medicines are more likely to cause side-effects in them.The major problem in steam lies with the fact that no one likes taking it! Uncooperative children risk getting burnt if they do not take steam properly.Here are a few tips on how to give safe and effective steam to your child;
  Use a steamer with a closed top- this way there is a negligible chance of the child getting burnt in case of a spill.
  Do not force the child to take steam, it is invariably preferable to try and earn their co-operation than to try and force them.
  Keep the steamer near the bedside (on the floor) with the steam jet directed towards the child's face while they are sleeping.
  For a smaller child (upto 6-8 months), keeping the baby in your lap while you take steam with a blanket/ cloth covering your face and the child is useful. Remember not to put the baby's face very close to the steam as there skin is very sensitive.
  For an older child another option is to switch on the hot and cold water in the bathroom to create a sauna like effect and get the child inside and play with him/ tell him a story etc.
  Keeping the steamer on in the bedroom is not very effective for giving steam as the room size is likely to be large. However this technique can be used in addition to the ones described (to reduce the dryness) above especially when you are using a heater/ warm air blower in the room.
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  Labels: Steam Inhalation in Children
  Vinay Gupta

• How To Stop Hair Loss

  2008-05-04T17:23:00.001-07:00
  A number of things can cause excessive hair loss. The treatment will hence depend on the cause of the hair loss.Causes:After major surgery/ stress/ illnessHormonal problems like thyroid, androgen and estrogen problemsAfter having a babyMedicines like birth control pills, blood thinners, cancer treatment, antidepressantsUnderlying disease like lupus, diabetesImproper hair care like tight rollers, perms and other hair treatment may cause hair loss as wellDepending on your type of hair loss, many treatments are available. The simplest thing would be to stop a medicine causing hair loss & prescribe a different medicine. Recognizing and treating an infection may help stop the hair loss. Correcting a hormone imbalance may prevent further hair loss, like thyroid treatment, treating androgen deficiency etc.There are a few medicines may also help slow or prevent the development of common baldness. One medicine, minoxidil (brand name: Rogaine), is available without a prescription. However it is always best to consult a dermatologist before using any medicine. It is applied to the scalp. Both men and women can use it. Another medicine, finasteride (brand name: Propecia) is available with a prescription. It comes in pills and is only for men. It may take up to 6 months before you can tell if one of these medicines is working.If nothing stops hair loss, then you may consider trying different hairstyles or wigs, hairpieces, hair weaves or artificial hair replacement.Most of the times herbal treatments touted as the next wonder drug on the net are nothing more than just scams, and do not have adequate scientific evidence to back their claims.For more queries visit http://www.simplyanswer.com and post your question and get advice from medical experts.
  
  Labels: Hair Loss
  Vinay Gupta

• Tips For Depression Treatment

  2008-02-21T21:03:00.000-08:00
  Depression can make your feel exhausted, worthless, helpless, and even hopeless. But it can be a short-term disorder, especially if you are in treatment with a qualified professional. While negative thoughts and feelings may make you feel like giving up, it's important realizing that negative views are part of the depression and often do not accurately reflect your actual circumstances.Try These Tips To Treat Depression:1. Regularly meet your therapist and be honest with them2. Set realistic goals you need to achieve in your day-to-day life3. Do not get overwhelmed by your responsibility, take them in reasonable amounts4. Break large tasks into smaller ones and reward yourself for completing those larger tasks5. Prioritize your activities6. Socialize, seek out new relationships and friendships7. Let your family and friends help you8. Participate in activities that may make you feel better such as going to a movie, a ballgame, or participating in religious, social, or other activities9. Make time for exercise, without getting fatigued10. Do not make huge decisions while being depressed without independent inputsThere are three major groups of antidepressants used to treat depressive disorders. These include newer medications, the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the tricyclics, and the older monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Saint John's wort has been particularly popular as an herbal treatment for depression. Sometimes your doctor will try a variety of antidepressants before finding the medication or combination of medications most effective for you. If you have any queries regarding depression or want to know more it then please visit http://www.simplyanswer.com/ and post your queries online.
  
  Labels: Online Doctor Advice, Depression causes and treatment
  Vinay Gupta

• Winter Tips: Colds And Flu

  2008-02-21T21:02:00.000-08:00
  It is going to be winter in the northern hemisphere; and the winter chill not only cheers, but brings about snotty noses, colds and coughs too!New York-Presbyterian Hospital offers some information to help you sort through the facts and fictions of colds and flu.To begin, colds and flu are different. A cold is usually an upper respiratory tract infection. Symptoms include a sore throat, head congestion, sinus pain, and low-grade fever. Flu symptoms usually include a higher fever, a sore throat, cough and body aches.A cold usually lasts two to three days while a flu can last as long as a week. Flu can lead to more serious health complications, especially in the elderly and people with asthma.Here are some facts about colds and fluThe best way to prevent a cold is to wash your hands and to avoid people with colds.You can't catch a cold by staying outside in the cold too long. You catch a cold by touching something that's been touched by someone infected with a cold or by breathing in moisture that's been coughed out by someone with a cold.People get colds more often in the winter because they spend more time indoors in contact with one another.Antibiotics cannot cure a cold or flu, which are caused by viruses.The best way to defend against the flu is to get a flu shot.There is no vaccine against the common cold.If you have the flu, don't go to work. If you go to work, you'll expose your colleagues to flu infection. Stay home where you can rest and recover.Flu shots cannot give you the flu. They may cause mild flu-like symptoms, but this is rare. www.simplyanswer.com is one website that provide online medical consultation services all over the world for different kind of diseases.
  
  Labels: Online Doctor Help, Cold & Flu
  Vinay Gupta

• Depression And Its Causes

  2008-02-21T21:01:00.000-08:00
  Everyone occasionally feels sad, but these feelings are usually fleeting and pass within a couple of days. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that more than 11.6 million Americans are suffering from depression. Major depression seems to run in families, but it can also develop in people who have no family history of depression. Either way major depressive disorder is often associated with changes in brain structures like hippocampus and a deficiency of serotonin receptors. People who have low self-esteem, who are consistently pessimistic, or who are readily overwhelmed by stress, are also prone to depression. Research demonstrates that stroke, heart attack, cancer, Parkinson's disease, and hormonal disorders can cause depression. The depression can contribute to the person's medical problem, as then can become apathetic and unwilling to care for their physical needs. A severe stressor such as a serious loss, difficult relationship, and financial problem can also trigger a depressive episode. Thus presently it is believed that a combination of genetic, psychological, and environmental factors is often involved in the onset of depression. Women experience depression up to twice as often as men. Hormonal factors may contribute to the increased rate of depression in women, as may unique stressors such as responsibilities both at work and home, single parenthood, and caring for children, having a baby and caring for aging parents.Are there ways to prevent depression?Some forms of depression that are genetically mediated may not be preventable since current theory suggests that they may be triggered by chemical malfunctioning in the brain. However, there is good evidence that depression may often be alleviated or sometimes prevented with good health habits. Proper diet, exercise, vacations, not overworking, and saving time to do things you enjoys all help keep the blues at bay. If you have any queries regarding depression or want to know more it then please visit http://www.simplyanswer.com and post your queries online.
  
  Labels: Depression Causes and Treatments, Online Medical Help
  Vinay Gupta

• Baby Botttle Tooth Decay

  2008-02-21T20:59:00.000-08:00
  Baby bottle tooth decay is caused by prolonged contact with almost any liquid other than water. The condition can stem from putting your baby to bed with a bottle of formula, milk, juice, soda or other soft drink, or by allowing your baby to suck on a bottle for prolonged period, either while awake or asleep.Take these steps to help prevent decay, advises the American Academy of Pediatrics:Never put your child to bed with a bottle.Only give your baby a bottle during meals.Teach your child to drink from a cup/ sipper as soon as possible, usually by age one.Keep your baby's mouth cleanUse water and a soft child-sized toothbrush for daily cleaning once your child has seven to eight teeth.By the time your toddler is 2, you should be brushing his teeth once or twice a day, preferably after breakfast and before bedtime. Once you are sure your child will not swallow toothpaste, you should begin using one that contains fluoride.If You want any kind of medical consultation Online then visit here - http://www.simplyanswer.com/
  
  Labels: Online Medical Consultation
  Vinay Gupta

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