Epilepsy :: Teenagers with epilepsy prone to depression
Teenagers who have epilepsy often face a double whammy because along with the seizure disorder, they’re much more prone to depression and other psychiatric problems.
Depression
Exercise :: Exercise can help reduce depression after stroke
Stroke patients who partake in a therapeutic exercise program may experience a reduction in depressive symptoms, according to the results of a study published the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Hearing Loss :: Dim view of aging linked to hearing loss
Older adults who harbor negative stereotypes about aging may have a more rapid decline in their hearing, a new study suggests.
Depression :: Emsam – Selegiline as First Drug Patch for Depression
The Food and Drug Administration approved Emsam (selegiline), the first skin (transdermal) patch for use in treating major depression. The once a day patch works by delivering selegiline, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor or MAOI, through the skin and into the bloodstream. At its lowest strength, Emsam can be used without the dietary restrictions that are needed for all oral MAO inhibitors that are approved for treating major depression.
Alzheimer’s Disease :: Alzheimer’s progresses quicker in highly educated
Alzheimer’s disease, a leading cause of dementia in the elderly, appears later in highly educated people — but once it does, it advances more quickly, scientists said.
Weight Loss :: Alternative Medicine ? New Way to Lose Weight
There is no magic potion to lose weight. In fact dropping pounds and keeping them off requires regular daily exercise and a change in eating habits. Practicing alternative medicine methods can help you become more limber, feel more energetic, and the end result or side effect, if you will, is weight loss.
Weight Loss :: The Secrets to Weight Loss After Pregnancy
The time right after the birth of a child can be quite challenging. While it is certainly a good idea to eat healthy, you’ll need to pace yourself as far as weight loss is concerned. Over time, you should be able to lose the weight you gained during your pregnancy. It’s a good idea to set weight-loss goals, but don’t go overboard.
Depression :: Treating depression during pregnancy with antidepressants
Pregnant women who stop taking antidepressants run a high risk of slipping back into depression, a study found, busting the myth that the surge of hormones during pregnancy keeps mothers-to-be happy and glowing.
Intestinal Obstruction :: A case of intestinal obstruction – Acalypha Indica
Mrs. Kalawati, around 58 years old, was brought to me by her daughter on 18-01-05 in great distress with a severely distended abdomen. She had not passed stool since about a week and on asking also said that she had not passed any gas since few days though she had tried all sorts of churans for it. She had a constant feeling of rumbling in abdomen and had no appetite or thirst. If she were fed forcefully she would throw up. I suspected intestinal obstruction from the presentation.
Depression :: Team approach to treat depression in elderly people
A “team approach” to treat depression in elderly people produces effective, lasting results, a new U.S. study finds.