Here the stasis (slowing) of blood flow and swelling of the veins in the legs (whether visible as varicose veins or not) result in the development of clots in the leg veins. The blood backs up behind the clot, and then that blood also clots. When the condition is present in large, deep veins, it is particularly hazardous. Clots can break loose and travel through the circulation into the lungs; there they can cause a serious condition known as pulmonary embolism.
Prevention
The preventing program is identical to that for controlling problems with varicose veins. Exercise helps stimulate the blood flow; obesity makes it worse. Support hose can help. Smoking causes a substantial increase in the likelihood of forming clots. If you have already have one or more episodes of thrombophlebitis, the veins will have sustained damage, and the likelihood of recurrence is greater; blood-thinning medications may be required to help prevent future episodes.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Ulcers and Prevention
Excess stomach acid or other irritants in the stomach or intestine can result in formation of erosions and ulcer craters; often these are large enough to hold a good part of the surgeon’s thumb. A breakdown of the protective mucous barrier of the stomach accelerates the damage. We all form small ulcers every now and again, but sever progressive ones can lead to pain and major hemorrhage (bleeding). Sever ulcers can even perforate (make holes) all the way through the wall of the stomach or small bowel.
Prevention
Stress, in all its forms, is a frequent contributing factor. Smokers have several times the frequency of ulcers than do non-smokers. Smoking causes constrictions (tightening) of the small vessels, and that prevents adequate nourishment to the wall of the stomach. Diets that have pepper or spices usually don’t play very much of a role; but irregular meal habits, by preventing the buffering (neutralization) of the acid by food, often can result in a dietary contribution to the problem. Medications are frequent irritants. Alcohol, particularly hard spirits, can be a culprit. Drugs – such as corticosteroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents such as ibuprofen, indomethacin, piroxicam, naproxen, or aspirin – are often responsible. Much of the time, the medications that result in ulcers are later found to have been medically unnecessary.
Prevention
Stress, in all its forms, is a frequent contributing factor. Smokers have several times the frequency of ulcers than do non-smokers. Smoking causes constrictions (tightening) of the small vessels, and that prevents adequate nourishment to the wall of the stomach. Diets that have pepper or spices usually don’t play very much of a role; but irregular meal habits, by preventing the buffering (neutralization) of the acid by food, often can result in a dietary contribution to the problem. Medications are frequent irritants. Alcohol, particularly hard spirits, can be a culprit. Drugs – such as corticosteroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents such as ibuprofen, indomethacin, piroxicam, naproxen, or aspirin – are often responsible. Much of the time, the medications that result in ulcers are later found to have been medically unnecessary.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Hernias and Prevention
Hernias occur through a combination of weak abdominal muscles and increased pressure within the abdominal cavity. They can result from overweight or coughing. As a results, small part of the bowel herniated (rupture) outward through the inguinal or femoral canals in the general area of the groin.
Prevention
Exercise is critical to maintain the strength of the abdominal muscles. Walking, running, bicycling, and swimming are at least as important as direct exercises to strengthen the abdomen. Weight control helps improve muscles tone and decreases stress. Stopping smoking is extremely important because the chronic smoker’s cough more than doubles the risk of these conditions.
Prevention
Exercise is critical to maintain the strength of the abdominal muscles. Walking, running, bicycling, and swimming are at least as important as direct exercises to strengthen the abdomen. Weight control helps improve muscles tone and decreases stress. Stopping smoking is extremely important because the chronic smoker’s cough more than doubles the risk of these conditions.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Paregoric Containing Preparations
Parepectolin and parelixir contain a gelling substance and a narcotic (paregoric) that acts to decrease the activity of the digestive tract. Thus, this slows down the diarrhea. These drugs should be used only when a clear liquid diet and the agents above have failed to control frequent diarrhea (one or more watery stools per hour).
Dosage
No more than four doses should be given in an eight-hour period without the approval of your doctor.
Side Effects
A narcotic overdose with paregoric is extremely rare. Drowsiness or nausea occur occasionally and are indications that the drug should be withdrawn. “Overshoot” can occur, in which the diarrhea is controlled so completely that bowel movements don’t occur for a week, so be careful.
Dosage
No more than four doses should be given in an eight-hour period without the approval of your doctor.
Side Effects
A narcotic overdose with paregoric is extremely rare. Drowsiness or nausea occur occasionally and are indications that the drug should be withdrawn. “Overshoot” can occur, in which the diarrhea is controlled so completely that bowel movements don’t occur for a week, so be careful.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Biggest New York Mob Bust
Information regarding the criminals of the leading mafia groups of United States, arrested under the charges including murder, narcotics trafficking, extortion, robbery, illegal gambling, labor racketeering and and all about the structure of the mafia crime family.
Source: Forensic Science Colleges
Source: Forensic Science Colleges
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