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Coronary artery disease (CAD) in the elderly is a common condition, more cases are expected as the world’s population continues to age. The condition accounts for over a quarter of deaths among men and women. In coronary artery disease, plaques are formed along the inner walls of the arteries, making them more rigid and stiff ...click here to read more

Acute kidney failure is the inability of the kidneys to filter waste from the blood. If the kidneys lose their filtering ability, the waste accumulates in the blood and its levels become dangerously high, disrupting the blood’s own chemical balance. Acute kidney failure can develop rapidly. It is commonly seen in persons who are already ...click here to read more

Frequent urination risk is higher in men with larger waist circumference. The researchers found that men with waist measuring over than 100cm were three times more likely to report urinary problems, compared to men with a waist circumference of 90cm or less. Larger waist circumference was also associated with higher blood pressure, heart disease, type ...click here to read more

The new “superlice” has been found to be resistant to many over-the-counter treatments against the head lice. On the other hand, prescription remedies can still combat the bug. Instead of heading to the local pharmacy, parents are recommended to bring their child to see a doctor regarding head lice. Lead author of the study Dr. ...click here to read more

No one likes to talk about poop, and yet we all have at least one burning question that we are just too embarrassed to answer. It’s okay, because below you will find answers to some of the very common questions that you may be too embarrassed to ask. Answers to common questions about your poop ...click here to read more

Traveling can be a lot of fun. It allows us to meet new and interesting people, experience different cultures, and in some cases, enjoy delicious new cuisines. However, if you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), traveling can be challenging. Many people with intestinal disorders avoid trains, planes, buses, and car travel out of fear they will have ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup presents articles discussing irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, kidney stones, inflammatory bowel disease, and cataracts. This week we discuss how IBS symptoms may be lowered with modified rye bread, natural treatments for Crohn’s disease, higher risk of kidney stones in ankylosing spondylitis, and how cataract surgery can help extend seniors’ ...click here to read more

LDL “bad” cholesterol can be lowered with a Mediterranean diet and a low-carb vegan diet in men. The study looked at 19 men with metabolic syndrome, which means having three or more risk factors for heart disease and stroke – for example, being overweight, having high blood pressure, and being diabetic. The men were followed ...click here to read more

Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is when the oil glands – Meibomian glands – do not secrete enough oil or when the oil secreted is of poor quality. Normally, the Meibomian glands secrete oil covering the surface of the eye to keep the water component in our tears from evaporating. This combination of water and oil ...click here to read more

Urinary incontinence (UI) in men isn’t as common as it is in women, but it is still a condition that can affect men. Uncontrollable urination or urinary incontinence occurs in eleven to 34 percent of older men, but it is not just an age-related issue. Younger men can also experience UI due to health problems. ...click here to read more

Macular hole is an eye condition that typically appears in people over the age of 60, but it is not the same as the much talked about eye disorder macular degeneration. It’s important to understand what makes them different, especially if you have a family history of eye problems. The macula is a part of ...click here to read more

Kidney stone risk is higher in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (a form of arthritis), according to research findings. Newly diagnosed kidney stones were found to be 19 percent more common in ankylosing spondylitis patients, compared to those without the condition. Patients with ankylosing spondylitis were found to have altered calcium and vitamin D metabolism, along ...click here to read more

Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is when the oil glands – meibomian glands – do not secrete enough oil or when the oil secreted is of poor quality. Normally, the meibomian glands secrete oil covering the surface of the eye to keep the water component in our tears from evaporating. This combination of the water and ...click here to read more

Fecal incontinence or urinary incontinence diagnosis is more likely in dementia patients. The researchers analyzed data from The Health Improvement Network (THIN) database and extracted records for 54,816 people over the age of 60 who were diagnosed with dementia along with records for 205,795 patients without dementia. Men with dementia had had an annual rate ...click here to read more