Another week has gone by, which means that it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. We have covered many interesting topics that matter to you, like what causes a swollen colon and the reasons you may get mydriasis or dilated eyes. We at Bel Marra appreciate our readers and want to give you information that can help you make more informed decisions about issues that affect you or your loved ones.
Swollen colon: Causes and symptoms
A swollen colon is a manifestation of chronic inflammatory conditions that affect the intestines and is thought to be caused by the body’s own immune system. Normally, the immune system is supposed to act as the first line of defense against bacteria and other foreign invaders to protect the body, but in an unknown twist, it instead attacks itself. In the case of inflammatory bowel conditions, it leads to swelling of intestinal tissue.
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A swollen colon is a manifestation of chronic inflammatory conditions that affect the intestines and is thought to be caused by the body’s own immune system. Normally, the immune system is supposed to act as the first line of defense against bacteria and other foreign invaders to protect the body, but in an unknown twist, it instead attacks itself. In the case of inflammatory bowel conditions, it leads to swelling of intestinal tissue.
Disorders such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease are the most common examples of an inflammatory bowel condition and are thought to be attributed to an autoimmune reaction. Those affected often suffer from episodic symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea, with researchers still attempting to find the precise cause of their occurrence. Continue reading…
5 tips to improve your concentration 
Leading a busy life can make you susceptible to distractions. Distractions are all around us, like ringing phones, flashing lights, and noise everywhere. No wonder we are finding it more difficult to concentrate and focus on the task at hand.
Furthermore, today’s society demands more from us so we are pulled left, right, and center, which can further knock us out of focus. But how can we manage to ever get anything done or to understand anything if we are constantly struggling to maintain focus?
Furthermore, today’s society demands more from us so we are pulled left, right, and center, which can further knock us out of focus. But how can we manage to ever get anything done or to understand anything if we are constantly struggling to maintain focus?
The good news is that there are simple tips you can put into practice every day to improve your focus. Improving your focus and concentration can go a long way. You will find that you are taking in more information, as well as getting more tasks done properly with fewer errors. Continue reading…
Mydriasis: What causes your pupils to dilate and how to treat? 
Our eyes naturally constrict and expand in response to light that enters through them. On sunny days, pupils constrict or shrink to limit the amount of light that enters. When it is dark out, the pupils dilate to allow as much light in as possible. This shrinking and dilating are referred to as miosis and mydriasis respectively.
The appearance of the eyes can be an important clue to diagnose various conditions affecting our health. How they respond to light can also be a telling sign.
The appearance of the eyes can be an important clue to diagnose various conditions affecting our health. How they respond to light can also be a telling sign.
A mydriasis definition can be expressed as having a blown pupil after sustaining a trauma or injury, sometimes resulting in unilateral mydriasis or bilateral mydriasis. Mydriasis can also be caused by problems with the nervous system. Continue reading…
Vigorous exercise makes your lungs act young again 
Getting older can cause physical attributes to decline, leading to decreased muscle and bone mass. While these could be mitigated with a proper exercise regimen, most people in their old age often act too late.
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However, a new study from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester finds that despite the physical changes that accompany old age, decreased lung capacity isn’t one of them. This is great news for seniors out there who want to make a change and feared that their lungs wouldn’t keep up. Continue reading…
Dry macular degeneration treatment and home remedies 
Dry macular degeneration treatment can be complicated. The condition is a common eye disorder that generally affects people over the age of 65. The macula is the part of the eye responsible for clear vision directly in your line of sight. Therefore, degeneration or deterioration of the macula can lead to blurry or reduced central vision.
It can affect one or both eyes and can even worsen vision over time. Having the inability to see clearly can affect your ability to read, drive, or recognize faces. Most people with dry macular degeneration don’t lose all of their sight, but instead, their sight is severely compromised. The condition only affects central vision while sparing peripheral vision. Continue reading…
