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Study findings have uncovered that deadly heart problems can run in the family. Co-author Dr. John Elefteriades said, “Family history is very important and is one factor in our ‘guilt by association paradigm’ for identifying patients at risk.” The researchers reviewed family histories of 90 people treated for an aortic dissection. The researchers found that ...click here to read more

Unlike kidney stones, which are solid stone-like forms, kidney cysts are fluid-filled pouches. Although a kidney cyst is generally non-cancerous and harmless, some of them can be associated with kidney disorders which can lead to complications. There are two different types of kidney cyst: polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and simple kidney cysts. PKD is a genetic disorder ...click here to read more

This month, we have talked a lot about tinnitus – ringing of the ears – along with some risk factors and conditions that can affect tinnitus or be affected by tinnitus. A new study has found that one in 10 Americans experience ringing in the ears. The cause of this ear ringing could be a ...click here to read more

The thyroid can contribute to thyroid eye diseases including proptosis which causes bulging of the eyes. Researchers at the Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear have identified new underlying mechanisms of proptosis. The researchers described vascular growth factors that cause abnormal proliferation of blood vessels which may contribute to proptosis. The findings ...click here to read more

This roundup of our recent articles discusses cataracts and their association with Alzheimer’s disease, type 2 diabetes, epilepsy, blurred vision, and sunlight. For most people, cataracts develop slowly and don’t disrupt the vision early on. But with time and age, this will interfere with your daily life and you’ll need eyeglasses. You may need surgery ...click here to read more

Puffy eyes, or bags under the eyes, can occur for numerous reasons, and can even be hereditary. Puffy eyes are commonly associated with weakening of the muscles supporting the eyelids brought on by aging. As a result, fat that supports the eyes moves to the lower eyelids, making them look puffy. Fluid may also accumulate ...click here to read more

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

Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). If not well managed, it can lead to complications, including arthritis, uveitis, osteoporosis, and colon cancer. Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation of the large intestine, although the exact reason why this happens is still unknown. Symptoms of ulcerative colitis include rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. ...click here to read more

Labyrinthitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the inner ear. It affects the labyrinth, which is a delicate structure within the ear. Symptoms of labyrinthitis include dizziness, hearing loss, and vertigo. Symptoms can range in severity and may be accompanied by pain in the ear, tinnitus, fluid or pus leakage, nausea, fever, changes in ...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 stye is an inflamed area on the edge of the eyelid brought on by the infection of the eyelash follicle. It is commonly accompanied by pain, redness, and swelling. Staphylococcus aureus is the bacterium to blame for the onset of infection. Styes are pretty obvious, and if you have one, you’ll surely know it ...click here to read more

Chronic kidney disease patients consuming high acid diet are more likely to develop kidney failure. Diet and nutrition are important factors contributing to proper kidney function. For example, many studies have shown that a poor diet can accelerate kidney failure in those with kidney disease. A low acid diet consists of high intake of fruits ...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

Motherhood educational classes taught in school do not deter teen pregnancy. In fact, the study showed that teens who participated in this intervention program (which involved caring for a lifelike robot baby) are more likely to get pregnant. The study uncovered that among the Australian girls who were given a baby simulator for a weekend, ...click here to read more