Tinnitus patients cope with phantom noise using internet-based self-help therapy
Tinnitus patients now have the option to cope with phantom noise using internet-based self-help therapy. A German-Swedish study had participants with moderate to severe tinnitus try out various forms of therapy over the course of 10 weeks. One group was on internet-based self-help therapy, the other was going through group therapy, and the third one – the control – was only taking part in an online discussion forum.
The outcomes for both internet-based therapy and group therapy were found to be more successful than in the controls (participating in online discussion only) in managing symptoms of ringing in the ears, a signature symptom of tinnitus. Continue reading…
Menopause and its effect on cholesterol levels
Practicing heart-healthy habits is important even prior to menopause as a long-term investment into cardiovascular wellbeing. Preventative measures to protect the heart will ensure that the effects of dropping estrogen levels and rising cholesterol levels are not as detrimental as they could be. Continue reading…
Acute kidney failure in elderly: Causes and symptoms
Acute kidney failure can develop rapidly. It is commonly seen in persons who are already hospitalized, specifically those who are critically ill or in intensive care.
Acute kidney failure can be a fatal condition, but it can be reversible, too.
Here we will outline the causes and symptoms of acute kidney failure. Continue reading…
Wet macular degeneration: Causes, symptoms, treatments, and remedies
Macular degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 60. It happens when a small portion of the retina, referred to as the macula, deteriorates. Wet macular degeneration takes place when abnormal blood vessels leak fluid or blood into the macula. As a result, patients may see spots in the center of their field of vision or they may notice that straight lines appear wavy since the macula isn’t smooth anymore. Continue reading…
Heart failure accelerates aging process, brings on early andropausal syndrome
Symptoms of AS can be categorized into three groups: sexual – such as sexual dysfunction and low libido, psychological – for example, depression and irritability, and somato-vegetative, such as joint and muscle pain, sweating, and the need for more sleep.
It is well known that the risk of heart failure increases with age, and a decrease in anabolic hormones is common in men with systolic heart failure. Continue reading…