Gangrene is the term used to describe the decay or death of an organ or tissue caused by a lack of blood supply. It is a complication resulting from infectious or inflammatory processes, injury, or degenerative changes associated with chronic diseases, such as diabetes mellitus.
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Neurology :: Golfers’ Yips May Be Movement Disorder
Yips, a condition that plagues professional and amateur golfers alike and leaves them unable to complete a stroke, may be a movement disorder similar to writer’s cramp and musician’s cramp, researchers reported this week.
Menopause :: Menopause, hot flashes and other symptoms
Menopause does not usually cause severe symptoms apart from hot flashes, and little is known about alternatives to hormone replacement therapy with its risks of cancer and heart attack, experts said.
Arthritis :: Arcoxia comparable to Ibuprofen for Arthritis
New research indicates that Arcoxia (etoricoxib) is a well-tolerated treatment for arthritis and relieves pain as well as ibuprofen, the active ingredient in Motrin or Advil, for example.
Alzheimer’s Disease :: Silica in drinking water may prevent Alzheimer’s disease
A high concentration of silica in drinking water seems to protect against Alzheimer’s disease, a study in France suggests.
Eye :: Eye exams provide clues to heart, blood vessel health
Over a romantic candlelit dinner, the eyes may be the windows to the soul. In a more prosaic light, they’re windows to the heart, according to the March issue of the Harvard Heart Letter. A look into the eye can reveal the silent damage wrought by high blood pressure and diabetes and reflect the risk of a future stroke or heart attack.
Cholesterol :: Cholesterol linked to gene
Mice that lack a protein made by the PCSK9 gene have only half the “bad” cholesterol of normal mice, which researchers say may lead to new drugs for humans.
Gum disease :: Healthy gums helps avoid arteriosclerosis
New York researchers suggest preventing gum disease might significantly improve a person’s chances of avoiding vascular problems.
Nutrition :: Eating breakfast may do a heart good
Mom may have been right when she said breakfast is the most important meal of the day. A small study suggests that skipping that morning meal may be a bad move for the heart, and possibly the waistline.
Heart Disease :: Facts about women and cardiovascular diseases
Heart disease affects women of all racial and ethnic groups, as well as women with other illnesses, such as diabetes.