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Smelly urine can be caused by many different factors, but most of them are non-threatening and can be addressed with simple solutions. While most of the times, you can overlook the smelly odor of your urine (especially if it’s a temporary incidence), in some cases smelly urine is actually indicative of a serious health problem. ...click here to read more

Triglyceride levels in postmenopausal women may predict ischemic stroke risk more accurately than cholesterol. The study uncovered that common risk factors such as high cholesterol are not as effective in predicting the risk of stroke in postmenopausal women. The researchers suggest focusing on triglyceride levels instead for a more accurate risk estimate. Lead author Jeffrey ...click here to read more

A new ultrasound procedure may aid in involuntary tremors, according to research findings. A condition that is not fully understood, essential tremor causes involuntary shaking of the hands, feet, and even voice. It is estimated that seven million Americans live with essential tremor. Living with essential tremor can be quite challenging, as the disorder impacts ...click here to read more

Overactive bladder (OAB) is often associated with menopause, as both conditions are age related. This bladder condition commonly affects women aged 45 to 55 – who are quite likely to be undergoing menopause, too. OAB affects at least 17 percent of menopausal women – although the actual numbers are probably higher. Gauging the exact number ...click here to read more

Glaucoma risk and retinal degeneration progression can be reduced with physical fitness and aerobic exercise. The study findings revealed that exercise may have long-term positive impact on low ocular perfusion pressure (OPP), which is a risk factor for glaucoma. The researchers examined the relationship between physical activity and OPP among 5,650 men and women. The ...click here to read more

Tinnitus – ringing in the ear – can be addressed with the use of hearing aids. Tinnitus is more common among people with hearing impairment, compared to those with normal hearing, with rates between 70 and 85 percent among those with hearing problems, compared to only 10 to 15 percent for those with normal hearing. ...click here to read more

Eye floaters are spots moving through your field of vision. They may appear black or grey, stringy or cobweb-like, they may move, drift, or dart when you move your eyes. Many eye floaters are brought on by age-related changes in the eyes – for example, when the jellylike substance of the eye becomes liquefied. If ...click here to read more

Keratoconus, corneal disease, treatment with corneal crosslinking shows promise. A new light-based technique that selectively stiffens tissue in the cornea may aid in treating keratoconus, which is caused by weakened corneal muscles. A condition that causes vision distortion, keratoconus develops when the round cornea becomes thin and cone shaped. This abnormal change prevents the light ...click here to read more

Most of us take bladder function for granted. When our bladders gently fill, we become aware of the feeling to void, and we go to the nearest washroom, yet those who get bladder spasms have a totally different experience. If you have bladder spasms, you likely feel a sudden and severe urge to release urine. ...click here to read more

Meniere’s disease may be caused by fluid buildup in the inner ear along with risk factors for vascular disease in the brain, such as migraine, sleep apnea, and atherosclerosis. Meniere’s disease affects roughly three to five million Americans and causes repetitive violent attacks of dizziness, ringing in the ears, and hearing loss. Until now, its ...click here to read more

Ever felt like your head was light as a feather – only to wake up later on not knowing what just happened? It could be fainting, which begins with you feeling lightheaded and then suddenly everything goes black. Of all fainting incidences, 10 percent are attributed to an underlying health condition, so it’s important to ...click here to read more

Women who take calcium supplements may be at a higher risk for dementia, compared to women who don’t take these supplements. Moreover, the risk is particularly high in women who have already sustained a cardiovascular event resulting in poor blood flow to the brain such as stroke. The research found a seven times greater risk ...click here to read more

Doctors worry that the steady onslaught of booming music, especially through earbuds, can damage the hearing of a generation wired for sound. However, the affected will not realize it right away – not until hearing loss takes over years later. Thanks to the smartphone revolution that has taken the entire world by storm, more than ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup presents our top stories on diverticulitis, irritable bowel syndrome, multiple sclerosis, tinnitus, cholesterol, and urethritis. This week, we examined the similarities and differences between IBS and diverticulitis, learned that early treatment in MS delays diagnosis, discussed methods to improve tinnitus symptoms, and much more. Diverticulitis vs. irritable bowel syndrome: Causes, ...click here to read more