Cholecystectomy (Removal of the Gallbladder)

What is a cholecystectomy and why is it necessary? Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, which is located in the abdomen beneath the right side of the liver. Gallbladder problems are usually the result of gallstones. These stones may block the flow of bile from your gallbladder, causing the organ to swell. Other causes include cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder) and cholangitis (inflammation of the bile duct). Details of the procedureWhat do I need to do before surgery?Please contact your insurance company to verify the coverage and determine whether a referral is required. You will be asked to pre-register with the appropriate hospital and provide demographic and insurance information. This must be completed at least five to ten days before the surgery...

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9 Great Tips To Losing Weight Fast

Our bodies store 2 types of fat; visceral fat and subcutaneous fat. Visceral fat is fat that builds up around our tummies, bums and thighs and is closely related to the development of type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance. Subcutaneous fat is found all over the body beneath our skin. More disturbingly Visceral Fat (VF) can release chemicals that can damage the arteries around the heart leading to heart disease and increase your risk of getting cancer. VF also sits very close to the liver and releases chemicals that can get into the liver easily interfering with its ability to clear insulin...

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Tips for Dealing with Back Pain Caused by pregnancy

There are many things associated with the wonderful experience of pregnancy.  Unfortunately for many women back pain can be a very real challenge.  Back pain can be common both during and following child birth.  If you or someone you know is experiencing back pain you are invited to continue reading for helpful suggestions. Although there are some modifications necessary for safety and comfort, massage and chiropractic can be very helpful during and following the pregnancy process.  The chiropractic focuses on taking pressure off of the nerves by aligning the lumbar spine and hips.  Complementing the chiropractic...

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WHAT IS WHEY PROTEIN?

Are you concerned about taking care of your body before and after strenuous activities or workouts? Do you try to avoid supplements that contain additives and possible side effects? I am very particular about what I am putting into my body at all times. I hate the idea of eating or taking something that I am not sure about what it is suppose to do or what side effects may be caused. If you are interested in better health and improved physical fitness you have surely heard that bodybuilders and other athletes are turning to a simple, natural supplement called whey protein. Whey is the only supplement I take besides my daily multivitamin...

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How to help my spouse with depression panic attacks?

How to help my spouse with depression panic attacks? If you have been asking that question lately, you are hardly alone. Panic attacks related to, or in addition to depression affects around 20 million Americans at any given time. If you have a husband or wife suffering from these panic attacks, read on to find out some simple ways you could help them. While depression and anxiety are not the same, it seems that they go hand-in-hand in many cases. A person who has had panic attacks for a long time often becomes depressed when thinking about living with anxiety any longer. Likewise, a person with depression may have many of the symptoms of...

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Anemia – The RBC Deficiency and Pregnancy

Anemia is a term derived from the Greek ‘anaimia’ meaning the lack of blood. Anemia is actually the lack of RBC – red blood cells or the lack of hemoglobin in the blood. The hemoglobin is found inside the RBCs and it carries oxygen to the tissues from the lungs. As the quantity of hemoglobin decreases, there is a lack of oxygen in the organs – a condition called hypoxia. The varying degree of anemia has different consequences. The most common disorder of blood is anemia, and it is of several kinds caused due to various underlying reasons. Anemia can be mainly categorized into deficient RBC production, excessive blood loss and excessive...

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AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome)

AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is the final stage of HIV disease, which causes severe damage to the immune system. CausesImportant facts about the spread of AIDS include: AIDS is the sixth leading cause of death among people ages 25 - 44 in the United States, down from number one in 1995. The World Health Organization estimates that more than 25 million people worldwide have died from this infection since the start of the epidemic In 2008, there were approximately 33.4 million people around the world living with HIV/AIDS, including 2.1 million children under age 15. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes AIDS. The virus attacks...

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How to Live With Diabetes and Be Healthy

 Diabetes is a serious health condition,but you can make live normally with it. The disease can't be cured, but thankfully it can be successfully managed with the appropriate changes in lifestyle. If the disease is left untreated it invites many diabetic complications like heart stroke, heart attack, kidney failure, amputation, blindness and erectile dysfunction. If diabetes is diagnosed at an early stage the risk of diabetic complications can be reduced by the efficient management of the disease. Diabetics can enjoy a healthy life by following these 10 steps: Eat Well Diabetics should enjoy healthy foods that are low in sugar, saturated...

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What is cervical cancer?

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Acne

Acne is a common skin disease that causes pimples. Pimples form when hair follicles under your skin clog up. Most pimples form on the face, neck, back, chest and shoulders. Anyone can get acne, but it is common in teenagers and young adults. It is not serious, but it can cause scars. No one knows exactly what causes acne. Hormone changes, such as those during the teenage years and pregnancy, probably play a role. There are many myths about what causes acne. Chocolate and greasy foods are often blamed, but there is little evidence that foods have much effect on acne in most people. Another common myth is that dirty skin causes acne; however,...

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Keep Your Body Healthy At Home

To every organism in the world, body is of utmost importance. Without a healthy body, you can do nothing even you are a millionaire. Therefore, we should always try our best to keep our bodies healthy. However, as the world is having a faster and faster pace of life, it is more and more difficult for us to have a healthy body. Junk food is flooding the food market and natural food is being put at the corner of the kitchen. Many part of our bodies, like the liver and stomach, are in danger. In fact, if we want to stay healthy, we should protect our liver well. Liver is the major organ responsible for purifying our bodies. Besides, the...

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