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Articles related to "Neuropathy"
Peripheral Neuropathy Peripheral neuropathy is "distant nerve damage." It affects the nerves in the limbs, torso, and face. Learn about its causes and treatment options. peripheral neuropathy • nerve • damage • diabetes • ms
Neuropathy - You Can Defend Against Its Ravages This is my initial article regarding the neuropathies, and so being, it discusses in broad terms the various aspects of the disease, and lists areas of discussion which will be the topics of future articles important keywords will be found in the vocabulary
A Defensive Strategy Against The Neuropathic Diseases The Neuropathies are of unknown origin and do not have a well defined treatment plan at present. Here is a proposed treatment plan for the sufferer of these particular Neuropathies. mediation • prostacylin • prostaglandin • gamma lineoleic acid • trental
Neuropathy - Some terminology - Some concepts Terminology and nomenclature of the neuropathies and of human neurological elements. nervous system • nerve • peripheral nervous system • central nervous system • autonomic nervouse system
Neuropathy from Zinc in Denture Creams Using more denture cream to fix a problem with ill fitting dentures is not safe. Zinc poisoning and serious neurological problems can result. neuropathy from denture creams • zinc poisoning • denture cream lawsuits • fixodent lawsuits • poligrip lawsuits
A Story of Indifference, Incompetence, Ignorance, and Tragedy This week we examine the result of our over cotrolled and user-unfrendly medical system and the State Workiman's compensaton Board. This combination of instutions eats patients alive - all in the name of sayving the tax payres money. Often - real tragedy for the poor patient is the end result. workman's compensation board • sympathectomy • rsd • neuropathy • legal fight
Life After Cancer life after cancer? can it go on. life after cancer • cancer survivor • cured • coping • check-ups
Whence Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) ? Introduction to Neuropathic diseases, and RSD in particular. The devastation of the disease, the lack of etiology and diagnostic procedures. The ignorance of the medical practioners and of the patients. This is to be a means of patient as well as doctor education with regard to these diseases. peripheral nervous system • neuropathy • rsd • reflex sympathetic dystrophy • etiology
CIDP Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) systemic autoimmune neurologic disorder. This article describes the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of CIDP. chronic • inflammatory • autoimmune • demyelinating • motor
The Women Who Suffer Neuropathic Diseases - Part II A woman who contracts neuropathic disease is subject to many trauma. Not only that of the disease itself - but of rejection by her mate - friends - family - and co-workers. She is abandoned by those who were her friends. She usually suffers at the hands of incompetent and uncaring doctors - and is often the unwitting victim of insurance company and Workman's Compensation policies. Early and effective treatment is vital if the disease is to be conquered. All of these aforementioned elements conspire to prevent this early treatment. support organizations • neuropathies • neuropathy • rsd • reflex sympathetic dystrophy
The Neurological Diseases known as the PNS Neuropathies A broad overview of the PNS Neuropathies, what they are, how they manifest, how to treat them, and how to alleviate the brutal pain. How to treat the disease and possibly to identify the underlying etiology. The sheer volume of details will take several articles to deal with the entire subject. etiology • sympathetic hyperactivity • cortical mapping • pain management • treatment
Happiness with Gluten Elimination A gluten-free diet is being associated with decreased depression, increased mental health, better balance, improved behavioral issues and neurologic function. gluten elimination • gluten-free diet • depression • schizophrenia • balance
A Few Tips for Summer For people in the northern hemisphere, summer is here, bringing with it warm weather, sunshine, and vacations. Diabetes shouldn't spoil your summer - but to get the most fun from the hottest months, it never hurts to take a few precautions. summertime • heat • hyperthermia • vacation • travel
Dear Patient - It Is Time To Take A Position - For Survival You, the patient, are totally on your own - when you suffer from a neuropathic disease. Doctors are not knowledgeable, tend to under-medicate - which is anathema - and your family does not believe that you are ill. It is worse than being damned - to suffer from one of the neuropathic diseases. neuropathic • neuropathy • under-medication • unknowledgeable doctors • support group
Measuring Pain by the Numbers JCAHO has implemented a new standard that requires evaluation of pain. Pain scales are are often used to measure pain complaints. pain • sarcoidosis • jcaho • standard • pain scale
Take "Steps" to Protect Your Feet People with diabetes can suffer from nerve damage, poor circulation and are more prone to infections. Small injuries to the foot and lower legs can lead to serious problems or even amputation. This article offers tips on how to keep feet safe. neuropathy • circulation • fungal infection • bacterial infection • ulcers
The Tragedy of Unsympathetic Treatment - by the medical industry Defines the medical indurstry. Describes the migration of PNS neuropathies to the CNS and the resulting damage. Presents a first hand account of the Last Stage of CNS RSD. neuropathic migration • medical industry • war on drugs • endless pain • eternal pain
Part II - How to survive the ravages of a neuropathic disease More on how to survive the the pain and despair and stress that is caused by and perpetuated by neuropathic disease. A few pointers on not only how to cope - but how to best take care of yourself and to minimize your stress and the resulting pain. reduction of pain • reduction of stress • self-help for treatment of your body • body wash gel • body lotion
Dysautonomia Disorders of dysautonomia include familial and autoimmune disorders that interfere with the normal function of the autonomic nervous system. dysautonomia • autonomic nervous system • panic • anxiety attack • guillain-barre
Fight Back - Take Control of Your Own Treatment Today - it is necessary for the patient who suffers the effects of RSD or any Neuropathy of the PNS must take control of their won medical treatment - in order to achiev sucess or even partial success in over coming this disease. It can be done - because some have done it. There are a number of factors - each with its own role that may be employed by the patient - to achieve either a cure or robust remission. Thus - do not lose hope of ever vanquishing this disease - but it will be necessary for you to learn just how to manage the entire set of procedures and treatments before you will be able to take control. aggressive physical therapy • profiling of your disease • precursor • immune system • antibodies
Speculation Regarding the Etiologies of The PNS Neuropathies Speculation as to the etiologies of the Neuropathies and RSD in particular. Under consideration are the possibilities of bacterial or viral infectious damage to the microvascular system. vascular • macrovascular • microvascular • cytokines • polypeptides
Asthma - A Possible Model for the Study of Neuropathic Disease? Could it be that Asthma - may serve as an excellent model for the diagnosis and treatment of neuropathic disease in general? This - because Asthma has been studied and researched so thoroughly that much more is known of it than any other neuropathic disease. Thus - to use what has been learned of Asthma - in the treatment of neuropathic disease in general. asthma • asthma etiologies • asthma treatments • neuropathic disease • etiology
A Question and Answer On Taking SAMe This is an answer to a reader who was concerned about taking certain food supplements with medications. The answer takes the complexity out of the question and presents a simple statement of fact. same • methionine • choline • inositol • side effects
Frostbite is a Risk of Winter Sports Those who participate in outdoor winter activities are at risk for cold injury. Frostbite can lead to chronic cold sensitivity, pain, numbness, or even amputation. frostbite definition • signs and symptoms of frostbite • risk factors for frostbite • who is more likely to get frostbite • treatment of frostbite
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Part One Restless Legs Syndrome RLS is a neurological disorder that close to fifteen percent of the people living in the United States suffer from. If you experience weird sensations in your legs then you may have RLS. restless legs syndrome • rls • neurological disorder • ekbom's syndrome • karl ekbo
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Part Two In Part Two of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) we look at what treatments are available for RLS, what to avoid if you have RLS and some tips on how to live with Restless Legs Syndrome. restless legs syndrome • rls • neurological disorder • ekbom's syndrome • karl ekbo
The Effects Of RSD Upon the Mental State of the Patient A program of defense against the ravages of RSD is possible. A multi-pronged attack upon the disease includes pain management and medication, physical therapy, diet and supplements, developement of a support system, and the use of a mind-set or mental strategy to defend against the disease. intractable pain • ganglion • trigger-points • mental strategy • mind-set
Diabetes facts and figures Sugar Diabetes is the most common glandular condition in North America. Patients with Diabetes are candidates for heart disease. fatigue • reduction of energy levels • vision problems • constant thirst • muscle weakness
Diabetic Foot Disease Diabetes affects multiple areas of the body, including the feet. What are things that could happen with a diabetic foot? diabetic foot disease • peripheral neuropathy • cellulitis • osteomyelitis • peripheral vascular disease
Gymnema: Diabetes Herbal Therapy Researchers are looking at herbal medicine (Gymnema), massage therapy, Yoga, Integrative Manual Therapy to help the 171 million people worldwide with diabetes. diabetes • cholesterol • gymnema • phytotherapy • exercise
Health Effects of Vitamin B5 The average American diet is deficient in vitamin B5. There are a myriad of symptoms associated with this deficiency. Supplementation can yield many health benefits. vitamin b5 deficiency • lack of vitamin b5 in american diets • symptoms of vitamin b5 deficiency • health benefits of vitamin b5 • vitamin b5 and skin healing
Natural Painkillers for Topical Use These alternative therapies are used topically to relieve acute or chronic pain, such as muscle pain, arthritis and even neuropathic pain. topical painkillers for fibromyalgia • herbal painkillers • topical analgesics • aromatherapy for pain • natural arthritis treatment
The Two Types of Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes mellitus, whether it is type 1 or type 2, can have many consequences. What are the effects of and the treatments for elevated blood sugar? diabetes mellitus • diabetes mellitus type 1 • diabetes mellitus type 2 • insulin • glucose
Treating Autism with Vitamin B6 Studies indicate that vitamin B6 and magnesium supplements can have profoundly beneficial effects on those suffering from autistic spectrum disorders. autism treatment • autism vitamin b6 • autism vitamin b • autism magnesium • autism supplements
Insulin Dependent Diabetes Insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) is an autoimmune disorder triggered and influenced by environmental and lifestyle factors. insulin dependent diabetes mellitus • iddm • diabetes • autoimmune • insulin
Neuropathic Pain: New Insights, New Interventions - Part III The conclusion of a three part series on Neuropathic Pain. This segment discusses the effect of neuropathic pain upon the circuits of the nervous system - and how they become altered. This alteration makes current pain management treatments ineffective. Thus it is necessary to research each type of pain individually and to find an effective treatment - based upon the rewired circuitry of the nervous system. neuropathic pain • circuits • nervous system • management • treatment
Anticonvulsants, CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia Pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin (Neurontin) and other anticonvulsants are used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and fibromyalgia. chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • anticonvulsants in cfs treatment • epilepsy drugs in fibromyalgia treatment • lyrica for fibromyalgia
Autoimmune Diseases and Hepatitis Patients with viral and autoimmune hepatitis are at increased risk for developing several different autoimmune disorders. autoimmune • diseases • hepatitis • viral • glomerulonephritis
Male Sexual Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction gets a lot of media attention, possibly because drug companies have developed agents for treating it. However, ED is only one part of the puzzle. male sexual dysfunction • male sexual difficulties • sexual problems in men • causes of erectile dysfunction • libido in males
Neuropathic Pain: New Insights, New Interventions - Part II We continue from last week with the identification and the mechanics for the various types of neuropathic pain. The actual mechanisms for pain detction are described in minute detail. neuorpathic • pain • treatment • intervention • anticonvulsant drugs
A Patient's Guide to the Neuropathic Diseases - How it Begins! The origins and etiologies of the Neuropathies are described showing what may be possible and why and how it may manifest the disease. And - simultaneously - there may be more than one of these etiologies responsible for the condition or conditions that may result. The article is continued next week and describes some of the defenses t hat are available to the patient. etiology • pathogensis • rsd • unfilterable blood • vasoconstraction
CMT An overview of the unknown, but most common, neurological disorder. disorders • cmt • charcot-marie tooth • peroneal muscular atrophy • pma
The Effects of the Patient Upon the State of the Disease A description of the mental exercises that may prove to be beneficial in the defense of RSD and similar neuropathic diseases, and the entire program of which they are but a portion. rsd • mental exercises • breathing exercises • relaxation techniques • psycho-physiological connection
The Mechanics of the PNS Neuropathies An examination of the elements of the Peripheral Nervous System. How control of the homeostatic processes is maintained and the possible failures that may occur. And how all of the foregoing relates to the Neuropathies that may result from these failures. vasoconstriction • vasodilation • closed-loop servo system • homeostatis • command nerve paths
A Patient's Guide to the Neuropathic Diseases - Self-Help! Now that you have been diagnosed with a neuropathic disease - what are your options and what defense willl be mounted ti defend against further encroachment by the disease. And what procedures are to be followed to restore your health to its former state, and to maintain it once achieved. internet • search engine • search techniques • verification of information • term hits
A Patient's Guide to the Neuropathic Diseases - What to Do! What can the patient do to assist the treatment of the disease - and not have to suffer the indignity of bad or misinformed treatment by unprepared or uncaring doctors. There are many avenues open to the patient who must now take contol of their own treatment. The resources to do this self-contracting - so to speak - are being introduced by this seires of articles. diagnosis • treatment of • and programs for neuropathic disease • treatment of the neuropathic disease • pain management proceedures.
Health INDEX This alphabetical index will help you locate information about women's health, healthy eating, and health problems and solutions. alzheimer's disease • accupuncture • bell's palsy • epilepsy • huntington's disease
Medicare Encourages Prevention At least ninety percent of the money spent under the Medicare plan is for complications of chronic diseases, many of which could have been prevented. medicare • preventative care • chronic diseases • diabetes • complications of chronic diseases
Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis What is PGD, and how can it benefit couples with disabilities. pre-implantation genetic diagnosis • pgd • genetic disability • hmsn • sickel cell
Atypical Celiac Disease Symptoms Besides the gastrointestinal tract, celiac disease can affect many other bodily symptoms, and it's often associated with other disorders. celia cisease • gluten sensitivity enteropathy • malabsorption • autoimmune disease • wheat intolerance |
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