Medical Cadres

27/06/2015

What would happen if you drink blood?

www.medicaldaily.com/drinking-blood-can-lead-some-serious-complications-if-youre-not-vampire-bat-dont-do-337320

Drinking a little bit of blood won't be life-threatening, but drinking a lot can spell trouble.

27/06/2015

USEFUL HEALTH TIPS

1*• Sleep on time:



Wake up early, preferably before sunrise.A good night sleep can help to start a day with a fresh and clear mind.

2*• Drink lots of water:

Drinking water is advantageous in every way. It assists metabolism and digestion,prevents constipation and the accumulation of waste products (ama) in the body,keeps away diseases and even helps in keeping the skin clear of acne and pimples.

3*•Take an oil massage:

Massage your body with oil before bath which will rejuvenate you,reduce fatigue and prevent dry skin.Massaging the scalp enhance mental alertness and so on.

4*•Exercise regularly:

There is no doubt as to the benefits of a regular exercise routine.Practicing Yoga and meditation can make your body immune to diseases,give your mind the capability to concentrate and ward off stress,lose fat,give the body flexibility and suppleness.

5*• Mind what you eat:

Eat fresh and wholesome food and follow healthy eating habits.Food should be well cooked,preferably at home and should be had in a peaceful and calm environment.

6*•Maintain a healthy weight:

According to Ayurveda,both obesity and emaciation (Under weight) are dangerous.So always follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly and maintain a weight as per your BMI.

7*•For an undisturbed sleep:

Drink a glass of warm milk before going to bed. This will help you sleep peacefully.Also isolate your mind from all stressful and worrisome thoughts before going to bed.

Gambo Bashiru

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22/12/2014

22/12/2014

PELVIC INFLAMMATORY DISEASE
(Oophoritis)

Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection of a woman's womb(uterus),ovaries,or fallopian tubes .

CAUSES OF PID

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection caused by bacteria. When bacteria from the va**na or cervix travel to your womb,tubes, or ovaries it can cause an infection.

Most of the time, PID is caused by bacteria from Chlamydia and Gonorrhea.These are s*xually transmitted infections (STIs). Having unprotected s*x with someone who has an STI can cause PID.

NOTE: Bacteria can also enter your body during a medical procedure such as:

*Childbirth
*Endometrial biopsy(removing a small piece of lining of your womb to test for cancer)
*Getting an intrauterine device (IUD)
*Miscarriage
*Abortion

However,you are more likely to get PID if:

*You have a male s*x partner with gonorrhea or chlamydia
*You have s*x with many different people
*You have had an STI in the past
*You have recently had PID
*You have recently gotten an IUD
*You have had s*x before age 20

SYMPTOMS OF PID

Common symptoms of PID include:

-Fever
-Pain or tenderness in the pelvis,lower belly,or lower back
-Fluid from your va**na that has an unusual color,texture,or smell

OTHER symptoms that may occur with PID:

-Bleeding after in*******se
-Chills
-Being very tired
-Pain when you urinate
-Having to urinate often
-Period cramps that hurt more than usual or last longer than usual
-Unusual bleeding or spotting during your period
-Not feeling hungry
-Nausea
-Vomiting
-Skipping your period
-Pain when you have in*******se

You can have PID and not have any symptoms.Chlamydia can cause PID with no symptoms.Women who have an ectopic pregnancy or when infertile often have PID caused by chlamydia.

SELF-EXAMS and TESTS

Do a pelvic exam to look for:

1.Bleeding from your cervix(the opening to your uterus)
2.Fluid coming out of your cervix
3.Pain when your cervix is touched
4.Tenderness in your uterus,tubes,or ovaries

You may have lab tests to check for signs of infection :

*C-reactive protein (CRP)
*Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) WBC count.Etc.

TREATMENT OPTIONS

*A shot containing an Antibiotic.
*Antibiotic pills(take for up to 2weeks.
*You may be given antibiotics through a vein(IV).
*Your s*xual partner must be treated as well.

Possible Complications:

PID infections can cause scarring of the pelvic organs.This can cause:

-Chronic pelvic pain
-Ectopic pregnancy
-Infertility

PREVENTION

*Get prompt treatment for STIs.
*Practice safe s*x.
*Abstinence.
*Have a s*xual relationship with only one person(monogamous)
*Get regular STI screening exams.

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21/12/2014

SAUSAGES LINKED TO PANCREATIC CANCER

"It is scientifically proven that the processed meat increases the risk of pancreatic cancer".

This processed meat increases the risk of pancreatic cancer.Scientists claim that one sausage a day can increase the risk of the deadly disease.

NB: Cancer of the pancreas is called the Silent killer because in its early stage does not show any symptoms.Even if some symptoms appear,they can be symptoms like :
-Back pain
-Loss of appetite and weight.

Very often the disease is diagnosed too late,and because of this there are a small percentage of surviving patients which are suffering from this disease.

It is interesting that the normal red meat increases the chance of getting cancer mostly in Men than Women.

Pancreatic cancer has a very low survival rate,so it is important for us to find what increases the risk of
this disease.

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21/12/2014

FOODS TO EAT DURING YOUR PERIOD

By eating the right foods and avoiding the wrong ones, you can help reduce stress, and stay bright
and breezy.Discover some great nutritional tips on what to eat during your menstrual period.

Recommended foods:

1~ BEANS:

*The high fiber content in beans and peas helps reduce congestion and cramps.Since you’ll be going to the bathroom more often,the body can
get rid of excess liquid.

*Its extra fiber also helps reduce constipation and diarrhea.

*Its high levels of the vitamin B complex,prevents cramps and fatigue.

NB: Always eat beans in small quantities to begin with and increase that amount slowly over time.

2~ VEGETABLES:

*Green vegetables are rich in calcium,magnesium and potassium, and relieve and help prevent
menstrual pains.

*These minerals can help ease tensions and relax.Also help with irritability

*Their high quantities of vitamin K prevent excessive bleeding and clot the blood.

3~ OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS:

Substances that are involved in Menstrual pain are called
"Prostaglandins".They are substances similar to hormones which can be combatted with omega-3 fatty acids.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids are found in Salmon and Nuts.Increase your intake of these to reduce muscular contractions and pain during their period.

4~ PINEAPPLE:

*Its high amounts of Manganese increases blood flow.

*Pineapple also contains bromelian,an enzyme that is thought to relax the muscles and prevent menstrual cramps.

5~ TEA:

*Ginger tea can be useful to prevent nausea and abdominal bloating.

*It has anti-spasmodic qualities and can help relieve tension,anxiety and irritability.

6~ WATER:

Water retention is one of the main causes of congestive symptoms like Cramps,which cause sharp pains.

NB: One of the best ways to reduce water retention,which might seem contradictory,is to drink enough water.

*If you don´t drink enough water,your body has to compensate for the deficiency by retaining additional water.

7~ WHOLE GRAINS:

*Eating small amounts of carbohydrates every 3 hours and before bed can help combat Premenstrual syndrome.

*Grains also have lots of magnesium,which reduces neuromuscular tension.

*Their Vitamins E and B complexes help reduce fatigue and depression.

8~YOGURT:

*Yogurt contains live cultures and active bacteria which promote healthy digestion.

*Yogurt is also a good source of calcium and appears to relieve menstrual discomfort.

However,since meat and dairy products contain Arachidonic acid,which increases the production of prostaglandins(which in turn cause cramps)

women should always opt for non-dairy sources of calcium,such as: Tinned salmon,cereal and juices.

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20/12/2014

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19/12/2014

DIABETES MAY BE REVERSED

Did you know?

Blood Pressure Drug Verapamil May Reverse Type 1 Diabetes.

This common blood pressure drug happens to reverse a process that decreases insulin production.By restoring it,diabetes may be reversed.

The common blood pressure drug Verapamil completely reversed type 1 diabetes in mice,and its expected to be tested on humans next year.

Type 1 diabetes is the less-common form of the disease,and mostly appearing in kids and young adults.Nevertheless, it’s just as serious.Patients’ bodies are unable to produce insulin,cells can’t get energy,and the blood is overcome with sugar.

As its sugar levels increase,so do levels of a protein called TXNIP. It turns out that this protein also kills the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas known as BETA Cells — the higher their levels, the more beta cells are killed.Thus,diabetes progresses.

Verapamil is normally used to treat blood pressure and irregular heartbeats by relaxing blood vessels and increasing blood and oxygen to the heart, but it has also been found to reduce levels of TXNIP in beta cells.In doing so,insulin production can restart, and diabetes reverses.

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19/12/2014

THE PHYSIOLOGY OF AN ER****ON

There are three types of er****on.They Include:

1~> PSYCHOGENIC-these occur as a result of visual or auditory stimuli, or as a result of fantasy.

2~>REFLEXOGENIC-er****ons occur as a result of tactile stimulation of the p***s, and are important in maintaining the er****on during s*xual activity.

3~>NOCTURNAL Erections- occur during REM sleep.Although the exact mechanism is unknown, it is thought that low Androgens levels is one of the components.

The physiological mechanism by which an er****on occurs begins with an increase in blood flow to the p***s,filling the Sinusoids of the Corpora Cavernosum.

The Cavernosal smooth muscle relaxes to allow the expansion to facilitate the extra volume of blood.This expansion presses on the Venous Plexus,which creates an outflow obstruction,thereby increasing the pressure within the p***s and aiding rigidity.The relaxation of the smooth muscle of the p***s relies on the Parasympathetic Nervous System.

The Sympathetic Nervous System controls ej*******on, and also causes constriction of smooth muscle.This
constricts the blood containing Lacunar spaces of the p***s and empties them of blood,therefore aiding detumescence.

NOTE THAT The maintenance of an er****on and the tone of the Cavernosal smooth muscle is determined by an integrated response to neural stimulation and Paracrine or Autocrine systems.

Gambo Bashiru

02/10/2014

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02/10/2014

9 SIGNS OF LIVER DAMAGE

Mentioned below are some symptoms of liver damage which should be taken seriously:

1*SKIN CHANGES-One of the symptoms of liver damage is evident changes in the colour of your skin. If your skin starts getting pale and you find your nail tips turning yellowish, it means that liver is not performing well and requires help.The cause of this yellowishness in the skin is liver not releasing proper toxins which leads to "BILIRUBIN" accumulation
beneath the skin.

2*ABDOMINAL CHANGES-Our liver is located near the rib cage in our body.If liver health starts deteriorating,it cause pain in lower abdominal areas of the body and makes the ribs also pain.Ascites develop if the problem with liver doesn’t get treated.

3*TIREDNESS-When liver breaks down the food,it releases energy which we use to perform our day to
day tasks.Getting tired is a sign of lack of energy which clearly indicates that the liver is not being able to do its core job properly.

4.URINE CHANGES-When our liver starts getting damaged,the colour of urine changes to darker variants of yellow.It may also become bloody or tar coloured.Some people think that this change in colour is because of insufficient hydration in the body.However,if you are ingesting sufficient fluid it clearly indicates poor liver health.

5.ITCHY SKIN-Another indicator of liver problem that,its associated with skin itchiness.If you find itchy areas on your skin which are getting worse day on day,it is a sign of liver problem.

6.NAUSEA-Digestive issues such as indigestion and acid reflux are also a part of symptoms of liver damage. If digestive problems or nausea dose not get treated even after having the right diet it is a sign of liver damage.In severe cases,it may also lead to vomiting.

7.SEVERE WEIGHT LOSS-Weight loss can also be regarded as a measure to determine the health of your liver.If you are loosing weight without being on a weight loss plan,it shows loss of appetite which happens when liver becomes weak.It can make you extremely thin and malnourished.

8.FLUID RETENTION-Fluid retention in various parts of the body especially in the feet is also a sign of weak liver.It may look like swelling.This condition is known
as'OEDEMA'. It can also happen in your ankles,and thighs.When you will press your feet you will find the
imprint on the feet for some time even after removing the finger.

9.STOOL CHANGES-Changes in stool also indicate liver problems.If you observe traces of blood in the
bathroom,it might be a reason to worry for your liver.

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01/10/2014

PROCTITIS
(Inflammation Of The Re**um)

Proctitis is an inflammation of the re**um.it can cause pain, discomfort,bleeding,and the discharge of mucus or pus.

Causes and Risk Factors

There are many causes of proctitis.They can be grouped as follows:

*Autoimmune disease
*Harmful substances
*Non-s*xually transmitted infection
*Sexually transmitted disease (STD)

1.Proctitis caused by STD is common in people who have a**l in*******se.STD's that can cause
proctitis include:
-Gonorrhea
-Herpes
-Chlamydia and Lymphogranuloma Venereum.

2.Infections that are not s*xually transmitted are less common than STD proctitis.One type of proctitis not from an STD is an infection in children that is caused by the same bacteria as strep throat.

3.Autoimmune proctitis is linked to diseases such as Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease.If the inflammation is in the re**um only,it may come
and go or move upward into the large intestine .

NOTE:Proctitis may also be caused by some Medicines,Radiotherapy or Inserting harmful substances into the re**um.

Risk factors include:

-Autoimmune disorders
-High-risk s*xual practices such as a**l s*x

Symptoms Of Proctitis

-Bloody stools
-Constipation
-Re**al bleeding
-Re**al discharge, pus
-Re**al pain or discomfort
-Tenesmus (pain with bowel movement)

Signs and Tests

-Examination of stool sample
-Proctoscopy
-Re**al culture
-Sigmoidoscopy

Treatment Options

Most of the time,proctitis will go away when the cause of the problem is treated.

*Antibiotics are used if an infection is causing the problem.

*Corticosteroids or Mesalamine suppositories may relieve symptoms for some people.

The outcome is good with medications.Complications may include:

-A**l fistula
-Anemia
-Recto-va**nal fistula (women)
-Severe bleeding

Safe s*x practices may help prevent the spread of this disease.

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