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Aspirin dosage

Aspirin is seen by many to be something of a wonder drug; it does much more than bring relief to minor aches and pains. With the right aspirin dosage it may also help with other health issues. When the aspirin is helpful the most Aspirin...

Cold and Flu Cures – True or False?

Two common recommendations when someone has a cold or flu are, take vitamin C or echinacea. But what evidence do we have that they actually work? Well doctor Hasmukh Joshi, says, "Research has found no evidence that vitamin C prevents colds," and...

Causes of Thrush to the Genitals

Thrush is the common name for candida or a yeast infection. Thrush of the genitals is common, especially in women. In the UK, thrush is the second leading cause of unusual vaginal discharge in woman. (Bacterial vaginosis is the leading...

Inverse psoriasis

Psoriasis is a very painful skin condition and can be very pruritic and uncomfortable, but what is inverse psoriasis? Inverse psoriasis is an uncommon condition which is, in many ways, similar to psoriasis. However inverse psoriasis does not...

Speedy Weight Gain in Infants can Foretell Childhood Obesity

A new Harvard study carried out by Elsie M. Taveras, MD, MPH, and her colleagues has found that infants who gain weight quickest are the children with the largest risk of becoming obese in later life. The study, which is published in the Archives...

Cystoid Macular Edema

Cystoid macular edema is a condition affecting the retina. Although painless the condition can be irritating but normally clears up effectively with treatment. Overview of cystoid macular edema This medical condition affects either the...

How does mederma work?

The active ingredients found in mederma make it an effective treatment for scars but how does mederma work? The cause of a scar In order to answer the question, how does mederma work, one first needs to understand what happens when a...

Herbal Remedies for Bone Spur Formation

Bone spur formation, medically known as osteophytes are small and often painless bony projections that can develop on any bone. Although the bone spur itself is not painful, it can cause the surrounding area to inflame and put pressure on nerves...

Alcoholic Neuropathy - What are Its Causes, Symptoms and Treatments?

Alcoholic neuropathy refers to the type of nerve damage that comes about from drinking too much alcohol. The Causes A lot of debate is still ongoing regarding the causes of alcoholic neuropathy. However, they seem to include both poor...

The Uses and Benefits of Almond Oil

Almond oil is has a sweet, nutty smell and is colourless with lubricating properties. Amongst its health benefits include the relief of a dull complexion, itchiness, inflammation and muscle pain. Lifestyle choices are now not only involving...