Overview Gastroenterology can be described as the study of the normal function and disorders of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, etc. Sometimes this disease can be life-threatening. A gastroenterologist is known as a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive (or gastrointestinal) system. Recent advances in…
Have you ever felt that it has been difficult to switch off after a long day of work? Everyone knows that relaxation and regular nights of proper sleep are quintessential elements to living a healthy lifestyle and maintaining the proper energy levels. These are all the essential parts of taking on the challenges of our…
Medical emergencies are those situations in which a person’s condition is severe and requires immediate medical attention. These emergencies may arise out of natural causes, such as an accident or heart attack, or they may be brought on by human error. When a person experiences a medical emergency, it is up to the medical professionals…
Cialis is a drug that is effective and used to treat impotence among men. Impotence or Erectile Dysfunction refers to the difficulty in maintaining an erection. Cialis reduces the tension in the penis. It does this by allowing for an increase in blood flow to the penis. This increased flow of blood to particular internal…
Everyone can go off the rails. There are people out there who just have it so difficult they cannot help but get addicted to all kinds of things. Whether it is alcohol or drugs, a person who is an addict is definitely in need of help. Are You Trying To Help Someone? If that person…
Dr. Joel Lavine a Significant Contributor to Understanding and Treatment of Pediatric and Adult Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Joel Edward Lavine, MD, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics and former Vice-Chair for Research at the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, is celebrated for his initial report and confirmations of his discovery of the sole recommended treatment for nonalcoholic…
One of the side effects of hormone-based birth control is that some women report feeling depressed when taking the pill, the patch, or an intrauterine device (IUD). Research on the connection between depression & birth control is mixed, but the majority of studies do not find a strong connection. Even if you’re already on birth…
As you approach menopause, the ovary production of hormones begins to decline. Hormone levels will fluctuate. You may notice changes in your menstrual cycle like: period cycles may lengthen, shorten, or become irregular the bleeding may lighten the bleeding may become heavy. In this article, we will discuss what you can do to deal with…
Mobility technologies for the disabled are a multi-billion dollar industry growing every year. More and more people with disabilities are looking for ways to improve their lives and mobility. The world has a long way to go before disabled people can access most of our public spaces, but the effort is worth it. Many obstacles…
If you’re looking for an air ambulance, know that it’s not a helicopter or airplane. Air ambulances are used for short-distance medical transportation of patients who need immediate care and cannot wait for ground transportation to get them to their destination. While some air ambulances are actual helicopters, many are actually airplanes with special equipment…