Thursday, May 28, 2009

Yeast Infection in the Body - Dealing With It

By Galadriel Anderson

A yeast infection in the body can cause you to have all kinds of symptoms including one that you likely didn't ever think could be the result of a this disease. An overgrowth of yeast in your body is not something to be taken lightly or to be brushed off because having an ongoing internal infection can lead to more serious complications if left untreated.

Some of the symptoms of this type of infection in the body can include; skin rash, diarrhea, migraines, fever, dizziness and more. Then there are the symptoms of vaginal infections; redness, itching, irritation, creamy discharge, pain during sex or when urinating. The symptoms for male infections are almost identical as well. And, it can even show up in the mouth (oral thrush) and is easily spotted by a white film in the mouth that doesn't rub off.

Treating a yeast in the body requires not only getting rid of all the excess overgrowth in your body but also giving your body the tools it needs to keep it at bay. You can start by cutting out of your diet any foods and products that contain yeast. These things are stuff like sweets and bread and beer. Sugar can worsen thse types of diseases so steering clear of anything containing sugar for awhile can be very helpful as well.

And to get yourself some of the good bacteria that actually fights off this disease and keeps your body's naturally occurring yeast in check is just a matter of adding some things to your diet like garlic, acidophilus supplements and probiotic yogurts. Your immune system needs to be up to par to better help you in your fight against this disease, so being active and getting enough sleep and water are also great ideas to help you become disease free!

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External Hemorrhoids - Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

By Wael Serag Eldin

Hemorrhoids are defined as swollen and inflamed veins of the anorectal area because of increased pressure inside the veins or weakness of the venous walls. They are similar to varicose veins of the lower limb and both share the same pathogenesis and the causes are similar.

According to their location, hemorrhoids are classified into 2 types, external hemroids located outside the anus and internal hemorrhoids located inside the anus. External hemorrhoids are more common than internal hemorrhoids and are caused by inflammation of the external hemorrhoidal veins.

What causes hemorrhoids?

One or both of 2 main factors contribute to the development of hemorrhoids; 1) Increased pressure inside the veins, and 2) Weakness of the walls of the veins. Increased pressure inside the veins is usually caused by excessive straining e.g. chronic constipation, chronic coughing, lifting heavy weights, or prolonged sitting or standing. Weakness of the venous walls is usually genetically determined causing genetic predisposition for hemorrhoids and this explains why hemorrhoids are more common in some families than others.

Other causes of weakness of the venous walls are obesity and pregnancy. Pregnancy actually acts by a double mechanism, as it is associated by increased pressure in the pelvic veins by the pregnant uterus and chronic constipation which is common during pregnancy and the hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy lead to weakening of the venous walls.

Symptoms of external hemorrhoids include anal pain with defecation which is the main presenting complaint. Also, some degree of pain or discomfort may be present in the anal region all the time. Anal bleeding is uncommon and when occurs is usually mild and is usually caused by rupture of the hemorrhoidal veins especially in long lasting cases.

Anal irritation and itching is also present. The hemroidal tissue is felt as a hard mass near the anus. This mass may be painful and tender. The hemorrhoids may undergo thrombosis which is more common with neglected cases, in which, blood clotting or thrombosis occurs in the blood inside the enlarged veins. When this occurs in a case of external hemorrhoids, they are called thrombosed external hemorrhoids. When the external hemorrhoids are thrombosed, they turn into bluish discoloration and become severely painful and may ooze blood contributing to anal bleeding.

Diagnosis of external hemorrhoids is very easy, depending on typical symptoms mentioned above and medical examination, where the hemorrhoids mass can bee seen and felt easily as a hard mass near the anus.

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Answers to Fatigue and Tiredness

By Terry Rowlings

Fatigue is a feeling of weariness, tiredness, lack of energy, or exhaustion. Fatigue can be simply a result of a very busy lifestyle, or it may be the symptom of a serious medical condition. Fatigue is different from drowsiness which is feeling the need to sleep, while fatigue is a lack of energy and motivation. Drowsiness and lethargy, a feeling of indifference or not caring about what happens, can be symptoms of fatigue.

If you are constantly feeling tired it is important for you to determine whether the symptoms are from lack of sleep, or whether they are physical or muscular tiredness. In some cases, these two may overlap or cause each other.

Fatigue can be a normal and important response to physical exertion, boredom, emotional stress, or lack of sleep. When fatigue is not corrected by sleep, good nutrition, or a reduction in personal stress, it should be assessed by your doctor. Because fatigue is a common complaint, sometimes a potentially serious cause may be overlooked.

There are many possible physical and psychological causes of fatigue, including:

Infection - when you have an infection, the body uses extra energy to fight the infection, which can contribute to fatigue.

Medications - certain medications may also cause drowsiness or fatigue, including antihistamines for allergies, blood pressure medicines, sleeping pills, steroids, and diuretics.

Anemia - important because it may cause fatigue or shortness of breath, and may exacerbate or cause other medical problems, such as a heart condition.

Hypoglycemia - or low blood sugar almost always causes tiredness and can cause chronic tiredness.
Lack of physical exercise - The human body is designed for movement and it needs to move so that blood can circulate properly, muscles are fully utilized and the cells well oxygenated lack of exercise will lead to tissue fatigue and tiredness. Unfit people are more likely to feel tired as they simply don't get enough exercise. Whilst you may feel too exhausted to start any exercise, in time, regular exercise will make you feel less tired and give you more energy. Start out slowly, aiming to eventually do half an hour a day, even if you need to break this half hour into several shorter bursts.

Diet - People who have a well balanced diet tend to sleep better than those who don't. Crash dieting can cause you to have sleeping problems and can leave you feeling tired. Poor diet is likely to bring about a deficiency in important vitamins and minerals. If no cause can be found then take up regular exercise - in the fresh air if you can. Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Caffeine - You should not consume alcohol and/or caffeine in the evenings. Caffeine makes us feel more awake, but when the effect runs out it can leave you suddenly deflated and very tired. Coffee, tea and some soft drinks contain caffeine. Gradually eliminate all caffeine drinks over about a three week period an try to stay off caffeine completely for a month. You may be surprised by the improvement in your energy levels and stamina. You may find that stopping caffeine gives you headaches. If this happens, just reduce your caffeine intake more slowly.

Stress - As a consequence of our busy and stressful modern lifestyles, most of us will at some time experience tiredness. However, when stress levels are too high they commonly trigger fatigue - stress and worry are two emotions that most frequently cause tiredness. Stress, pain, anxiety, or depression can cause stress or result in sleep deprivation, causing increased chronic fatigue. If the stress is too great you may need to consider making some significant changes in your lifestyle, career, or general situation. Finding the right work-life balance is a key to beating fatigue completely and forever.

The author is a senior manager and business consultant who's interest in this subject comes from his own personal experience. I hope this information helps. If want any further information on this subject please go to my blog: http://fatigue-answers.blogspot.com

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