22. December 2013 · Comments Off on Causes of Asthma · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

The primary cause of asthma among humans is still a mystery although medical scientists tend to think that the interaction between certain environmental and genetic factors can result in asthma, often occurring during childhood. Some of the factors cited involve:

  • Exposure and contact to viruses and airborne allergens during infancy or early childhood before the immune system has fully developed
  • Particular respiratory infections at a
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22. December 2013 · Comments Off on Colitis Tests and Diagnosis · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

Because the real cause of colitis is not known, no real exact diagnostic test for it exists although barium x-rays, biopsy and endoscopy can most of the time provide an accurate diagnosis. Endoscopic, lab and physical exams as well as the patient’s medical history are tools the doctor uses to diagnose ulcerative colitis.

Laboratory Tests – These include blood tests that are used for a … Continue reading

16. December 2013 · Comments Off on Sciatica Tests and Diagnosis · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

Although bouts of back pain and chronic back pain in Bellingham typically go away or go back to its typical level of discomfort, the patient’s medical history as well as a short physical examination is always done by the doctor to help diagnose his condition. The seriousness of the symptoms and how long the symptoms have been present as well as any related medical issues … Continue reading

15. December 2013 · Comments Off on Dry Skin Treatments and Drugs · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

The aims of a good treatment for dry skin treatment should be to remove or limit pruritus, irritation and of course, skin dryness as well as to improve skin protection by restoring skin barrier and to enhance the appearance of the skin. Skin care products that primarily address dry skin are usually made up of multiple ingredients that act to reverse dry skin and achieve … Continue reading

09. December 2013 · Comments Off on Causes of Anemia · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

Anemia is due to three causes:

  • Loss of blood
  • Inadequate production of red blood cells (RBCs)
  • Large amounts of red blood cell deaths

People may suffer from one, two or all of these causes.

Loss of blood – Among the three aforementioned causes, blood loss is the most typical reason for anemia, especially anemia due to lack of iron on the blood.  Blood loss can … Continue reading

05. December 2013 · Comments Off on Insomnia Prevention · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

Sound techniques to prevent insomnia like stopping bad habits, learning how to control stress and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can all play important roles in promoting a good night’s sleep. To combat insomnia and promote relaxation, heed the following advices.

Follow your sleep schedule – Constantly following regular times of sleep and wakefulness can make the body get used to feeling sleepy at the right … Continue reading

02. December 2013 · Comments Off on Anemia Symptoms · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

There are certain types of anemia with distinct and corresponding symptoms.  The symptoms of anemia can be based on the underlying cause and to underlying medical issues like cancer, menstrual problems, ulcers or hemorrhage. Certain signs and symptoms of anemia may manifest be seen first early during the start of the condition.

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02. December 2013 · Comments Off on Bell’s Palsy Definition · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

Bell’s palsy is known as a paralysis of the face usually affecting one side of the face. About 80% of the time, this condition subsides after 3 months; however, a number of sufferers can have symptoms that last longer and sometimes even indefinitely. Bell’s palsy patients may think they have experienced a stroke when they first notice the effect of their condition, a visit to … Continue reading

25. November 2013 · Comments Off on Dandruff Definition · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

A skin condition that causes the scalp to produce flakes of skin is termed dandruff.  The word dandruff is highly likely to come from two words: “dand” (origin unknown) and “huff” of “hurf” which is an East Anglian word that means “scab” which is related to the Old Norse word “hrufa” that also means “scab”. This word is known as “hruf” in Old High German … Continue reading

24. November 2013 · Comments Off on Colitis Lifestyles and Home Remedies · Categories: Acupuncture · Tags:

If you suffer from colitis, be proactive and avail of self-healing remedies and lifestyles that are practically drug-free alternative treatments and are more preferred by a large number of colitis and other inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) sufferers. They are more preferred because almost all of these remedies are bereft of harmful side effects and promote the self healing of the body.

The list below shows … Continue reading