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Deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot in a blood vessel deep within the body. If the clot breaks free and travels into the lungs, it causes a pulmonary embolism, which can result in shortness of breath, chest pain when breathing, and coughing up blood. Deep-vein thrombosis has previously been associated with ...click here to read more

After passing a bowel movement, the last thing you want to see is red in the toilet. Many of us know that seeing red means blood, and blood in the stool isn’t a good sign. The most common cause of blood in the stool is colon cancer, and doctors will test stool for blood if ...click here to read more

A new study has found that maintaining the recommended levels of physical activity lowers your risk of developing glaucoma by 40 to 50 percent. Patients with glaucoma have a thinning optic nerve due to abnormal levels of inner-eye pressure. Currently, treatment plans focus on relieving this pressure within the eye to remove the strain on ...click here to read more

A new study has found that getting too much or too little sleep may cause the heart to “age” prematurely. The researchers described the aging effects as “excess heart age.” Heart age is measured based on a person’s cardiovascular risk profile, which was created in the 2008 Framingham Heart Study. “The difference between a person’s ...click here to read more

Ophthalmoplegia or eye muscle weakness is a condition that is characterized by either paralysis or weakness of the eye muscles. It can lead to a lack of eye mobility and even permanent eye drooping, since it can affect one or more of the six muscles that hold the eyes in place. Types of Ophthalmoplegia There ...click here to read more

Successful aging has been defined in many different ways by researchers, but many can agree that it comprises more than just good health. The most accepted definition includes not suffering from chronic diseases or physical disabilities and having optimal social engagement and mental health. Some researchers believe that classifying successful aging in this multi-dimensional way ...click here to read more

There are many different reasons for swollen legs, which vary in severity. Common causes include hot temperatures, poor circulation, high salt diet, inflammation, injury, or another underlying medical condition. When your legs swell, it can be painful, make it difficult to walk, and even keep you awake at night. Basically, swollen legs are uncomfortable, and ...click here to read more

Diabetes cases continue to rise even though it can very well be prevented. When left untreated or poorly managed, it can result in health complications including neuropathy, vision changes, cardiac-related events, and can even negatively impact your sex life. Many people don’t realize this, but type 2 diabetes can trigger erectile dysfunction. A recent study ...click here to read more

Chronic kidney disease is a condition where the kidneys gradually lose their function. The main role of the kidneys is filtering out waste. When their function is diminished, the waste doesn’t get expelled through urine, so it accumulates in the body, leading to further health complications. The risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) increases with ...click here to read more

A new study has found that through aggressive blood pressure interventions, the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and concurrent dementia is significantly reduced. This is the first study to link these results to both MCI and dementia. The study was done with a large population and had a long-term follow-up period, making the results ...click here to read more

A study has found that with hearing loss, there is also a greater risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) among seniors. The study looked at medical records of 433 patients aged 80 to 106 to determine a possible link between hearing loss and CVD risk factors. Hearing loss information was collected using audiograms along with word ...click here to read more

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is on the rise, as obesity continues to be a problem worldwide. But not only overweight and obese individuals develop liver disease – even if you’re lean, you could still be at risk. Even if you hit the gym regularly and are pretty fit, you can still be harming your ...click here to read more

Erosive osteoarthritis is an inflammatory disease that impacts the joints in the fingers that allow the hand to flex towards the palm of the hand. These joints are known as interphalangeal joints. Since erosive osteoarthritis is a progressive condition that can limit movement in the hands, the sooner it’s diagnosed and the sooner it’s treated, ...click here to read more

Going to see an ophthalmologist is an important part of maintaining your overall health. Many different areas of your health can be revealed through an eye exam. Sure, the main goal is to detect changes in vision, but your eye doctor is also able to uncover other possible health problems. Here are three other reasons ...click here to read more