COMMAN HEALTH PROBLEMS IN WOMEN DURING PREGNANCY TIME

COMMON HEALTH PROBLEMS IN WOMEN DURING PREGNANCY TIME

Pregnancy is the most happiest & precious time in every woman life. There is no doubt that the arrival of a baby will change a couple’s life forever & they are not only couple now but become parents also. 

There is no need to worry about this as the enough knowledge & understanding can lead to a happy and safe life forever. In the early months of pregnancy a woman has many Health related problems which almost all women having, the knowledge about their prevention can provide a relief to a woman so it is very necessary for a pregnant woman to know about these common health related problems & the various health care tips to prevent & manage these, so in this Medical education article we are providing you the health information about the common problems during women pregnancy time along with the various health tips to prevent yourself from these health problems.

Some of the common problems in pregnant women are as follows:

NAUSEA & VOMITING: Nausea is the feeling of vomiting. Nausea & vomiting occur specially in the morning, soon after getting out of bed that’s why it is also known as “morning sickness”. They occur only for the first three months & then decrease in frequency during subsequent months. 50% of women are having both nausea & vomiting, 25% have nausea only & 25% are unaffected. There is no need to worry when you get affected by such a problem because they are the symptoms and we will also share some health care tips in our next article to take care of yourself.

BACKACHE: It is a common health problem in 50% of women during the pregnancy period. The contributing factors for backache are weight gain, faulty posture, high heel shoes or constipation. Backache can create a hindrance in the daily activities of a woman. We advised all our readers to must-read out our next article in which the expert Dr. S.L Sharma will share the health tips for pregnant women and also share some prevention that a pregnant woman must take care during her pregnancy period.

CONSTIPATION: Constipation is a common problem during pregnancy which affects almost all pregnant women. This problem is either due to hormone progesterone which causes gut atomicity means there are no peristaltic movements (propulsive efforts) in the gut or can be due to diminished activity, the pressure of the pregnant uterus (womb) on the colon because of which the passage of stool becomes difficult causing constipation.

LEG CRAMPS OR VARICOSE VEINS: In pregnancy, there is too much need of nutrients for both the mother as well as the baby, if there is a deficiency of nutrients then it can lead to many problems especially when there is the deficiency of calcium then it causes leg cramps.

Varicose veins is a condition that is caused by the pressure of the gravid (pregnant) uterus on the spine which causes an obstruction in the blood flow mainly the backflow which cause bluish coloration & the pain in the legs. Pain is mainly on the movement from one place to another.

FREQUENT URINATION: In pregnancy, the main problem is the frequent urination. This is due to the pressure of the pregnant uterus on the bladder. To overcome this problem here are some of the health care tips, by following these you can solve this problem.

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WOMEN HEALTH CARE TIPS ON DYSMENNORRHEA (PAIN DURING PERIODS)

In our previous article we discussed about what is Dysmenorrhea and various Symptoms of Dysmenorrhea. If you want to check out that article on women health Education on Dysmenorrhea you can CLICK HERE. Now in this Medical Health education article on Women Health we provide the various health caring tips and various medical treatments to overcome these health problems.

MANAGEMENT OF DYSMENNORRHEA

Treatment of dysmenorrhea is very important as it can lead to many complications. Treatment & management of primary & secondary dysmenorrhea is different as the causes of both types are also different. Treatment of both types of dysmenorrhea is mainly divided into three types which are as follows:

1. MEDICAL MANAGEMENT

2. SURGICAL MANAGEMENT

3. OTHER

MEDICAL MANAGEMENT: Medical management means to treat with the help of medications here no surgical procedure is performed. This type of surgery is mainly preferred for the primary dysmenorrhea. The various medical interventions to treat dysmenorrhea are as follows:

NSAIDs: Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) are common & effective drug used to treat the primary dysmenorrhea. These are mainly used to relieve the pain. The most common drugs are ibuprofen, Naproxen, Acetyl Salicylic Acid (ASA).

Hormonal contraceptives: oral contraceptives such as combined oral contraceptive pills are also used to treat the dysmenorrhea. Others contraceptives such as Depo-Provera, hormone containing intrauterine devices are also used.

Anti emetic drugs: these drugs are given to control the nausea & vomiting.

SURGICAL MANAGEMENT:  This type of treatment is mostly preferred for the secondary dysmenorrhea. The treatment of secondary dysmenorrhea depends upon the underlying disease condition. The various surgical interventions to treat the dysmenorrhea are:

• Nerve ablation
• Presacral neurectomy
• Surgical fibroid removal

OTHERS: Except medical & surgical treatment there are various other treatments which are based upon the natural & psychological factors which affect the pain stimulation. These are as follows:

Exercise: exercising during menses can reduce the pain level because by exercising mainly the pelvic exercises there is increased blood supply to the uterine muscle which can automatically reduce the pain level.

Heat therapy: applying heat pads to the lower abdomen can help in relieving pain as this also improves the blood circulation to the uterine muscles.

Dietary modifications: taking vitamin B1, B12, Thiamine, vitamin E can help in reducing the pain Level to some extent. Increasing the magnesium supplements & the carbohydrate level can relieve the pain level.

Relaxation therapy: relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, listening soft music can help in reducing the pain level.

Acupuncture: this technique helps in exciting receptors or nerve fibres, & also blocks the pain channels & thus relieving the pain.

MEDICAL HEALTH CARE TIPS FOR THE HOME MANAGEMENT OF DYSMENORRHEA

To control the pain level & further increase in the pain level, one should have the knowledge that how to prevent these conditions & their management by themselves at their own home setting. Here are some health tips by using them you can control the symptoms of dysmenorrhea. These are as follows:

1). Apply a heating pad to your lower abdomen as soon as you start feeling pain or as soon as the menses start, but never fall asleep as there can be the burning chances. These heating pads should be applied three to four times during day time.

2). Do light exercises such as walking, running or mainly the pelvic floor exercises which can increase the blood supply to the uterine muscles & relieve the pain level.

3). Do the light circular massage to lower abdomen with your finger tips as this will also helps in improving the blood supply.

4). Drink warm beverages to reduce the pain level.

5). Eat light & frequent meals to prevent the nausea & vomiting.

6). Have diet rich in Complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables but should be low in salt, sugar, alcohol & caffeine.

7). Take warm shower or bath to improve the blood circulation.

8). Keep your legs raised while lying down & lie on one side with the knees bend.

9). Do the relaxation techniques such as yoga, listening soft music, guided imagery etc. to divert your mind.

10). Regularly do the pelvic rocking exercises as the menses start up-to the last day of menses.

11). Keep yourself stress & tension free as the tension & stress can lead to increase production of prostaglandins which increase the pain level.

12). Take diet rich in carbohydrates, vitamin B1, B12, Thiamine, vitamin E & magnesium.

13). Take the NSAIDs (non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs) two or three days before starting the regular cycle.

14). Weight can also be a possible cause of dysmenorrhea so if you have all the sign & symptoms of dysmenorrhea then try to lose your weight by regular exercises, diet control & behavior modifications.

15). Keep & maintain menstrual hygiene by changing your undergarments daily & thoroughly wash & dry them in sun. Frequently change your pad as per need.

16). If by following all these methods your dysmenorrhea symptoms do not relieved then you should consult a doctor to rule out the presence of secondary dysmenorrhea.

These are some very basic health tips that a women should know to take care of herself… Have a Healthy Life ahead……

WOMEN HEALTH EDUCATION ON MOST COMMAN PROBLEMS DURING MENSES (PERIODS)

COMMON HEALTH PROBLEM OF WOMAN

Women are having many Health problems than men. They are having additional problems related to their menstrual cycle, pregnancy, post partum period (after delivery) & many more other systems which differentiate their problems from the men. It is very important for the women to have knowledge regarding these health problems & their prevention & management. Making a woman knowledgeable regarding her health can benefit the whole family. The awareness of own health can benefit a woman to perform her roles & responsibilities more efficiently & smoothly. Here in this article of women health care education we are discussing different problems related to menstrual cycle (menses) like Dysmenorrheal (painful menses), menstrual hygiene, amenorrhea (absence of menses), menorrhagia (excessive bleeding), metrorrhagia (irregular bleeding) & menopause (cessation of menses).

DYSMENORRHEA: Dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain means the pain which occurs during menses, it is normal for most of the women to have mild pain during menses but some of the women have severe type of pain, here the most important thing is that this pain interferes with the normal daily life activities means these pains decrease the daily life activities efficiency by interfering with them. As by splitting the word Dysmenorrhea we can come to know the meaning that is dys + menorrhea, dys means difficult & menorrhea means menses so in simple terms it is difficult menses.

Definition of Dysmenorrhea: “Dysmenorrhea is a medical condition characterized by the pain during menses which is of severe type & interferes with normal daily life activities.”

TYPES OF DYSMENORRHEA:

1). PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA

2). SECONDARY DYSMENORRHEA

1). PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA: Primary Dysmenorrhea is the painful menstruation without any pelvic pathology means in this type woman is not having any gynecological problem (any reproductive tract problem). This is the most common type of dysmenorrhea which affects many women. It is characterized by pain that begins before or after the initiation of menstrual flow & continues for 48 to 72 hours. As women become older, primary dysmenorrhea decreases & resolves after child birth.
2). SECONDARY DYSMENORRHEA: Secondary dysmenorrhea is the menstrual pain that is because of some kind of pelvic/gynecological problem or disease such as endometriosis, gynecological tumor or Pelvic Inflammatory Disease. In this type pain starts several days before menses & prolonged to more days as compared to primary dysmenorrhea.

CAUSES OF DYSMENORHEA

The causes of dysmenorrhea are different for the primary & secondary type of dysmenorrhea.

CAUSES FOR PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA: The main cause of primary type of dysmenorrhea is excessive production of prostaglandin hormone that is responsible for causing the uterine contractions during menstruations & because of these uterine contractions, blood vassals constrict & there will be low blood supply to uterine muscles means low oxygen supply to muscles as blood is carrying the oxygen to the different organs as a result of this there will be vasospasm of uterine vassals as well as the ischemia of the uterine muscles which cause the pain called as primary dysmenorrhea. Anxiety, stress or tensions are also contributing factors for the development of primary dysmenorrhea.

CAUSES FOR SECONDARY DYSMENORRHEA: The cause of secondary dysmenorrhea is the presence of other pelvic pathological conditions such as Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, endometriosis, tumors, uterine fibroids or the use of any Intra Uterine Device (IUD) as a contraceptive method. This type can be treated with medications as it is not auto resolved.

SIGN & SYMPTOMS OF DYSMENORRHEA

1). PAIN: Pain is the main symptom of dysmenorrhea. It occurs in the lower abdomen during menstruation, may be felt in your hips or lower back. The pain usually starts before the onset (start) of menses or during the menses & continue to 24 to 72 hours, firstly its intensity increases during first 24 hours & then the pain subside (decrease) during second or third day. The pain can be spasmodic means sharp pelvic pain or can be dull pain.

2). Nausea & vomiting

3). Constipation or diarrhea

4). Felling of fullness of abdomen

5). Headache

6). Dizziness

7). Hypersensitivity to sound, smell & touch

8). Fainting

9). Fatigue

DIAGNOSIS OF DYSMENORRHEA

How the doctors or any woman can identify that woman having dysmenorrhea, this is very simple to diagnose the dysmenorrhea by following these examinations:

Medical history: if any woman having the above sign & symptoms which interfere with the daily life activities then she is said to be having dysmenorrhea.

Pelvic examination: pelvis examination that can be internal or external is performed to rule out any pelvic inflammatory disease, any strictures, any polyp etc. internal pelvic examination is done by introducing the fingers into the vagina only after taking the consent from the client. Speculum examinations & PAP smear tests are done to rule out any pathological condition.

Gynaecological ultrasound: this can be performed to rule out any structure abnormality

Laparoscopy: this is done to directly observe the pelvic organs for any structural abnormality.

In the Next article of Women Health Care we will discussed various Treatment methods and Health Care tips for Dysmenorrhea.

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MEDICAL EDUCATION ON THE TREATMENT OF SKIN CANCER

As we all know that Prevention is better than cure, so everyone should be aware of the causes & prevention of skin cancer so that we can take effective measures to prevent themselves from skin cancer so one should follow the preventive measures which we have already discussed in the previous article. To read that one article you can CLICK HERE to get access to the previous articles.

TREATMENT OF SKIN CANCER

The goal of treatment is to eradicate the tumor. The treatment of skin cancer depends upon the tumor location, involved cell type, depth, invasion, metastasis (spreading of the tumor to another organ) & cosmetic desire of the client. The treatment is of the following two types:

• SURGERY TREATMENT
• RADIATION THERAPY TREATMENT

SURGICAL TREATMENT: The primary goal of surgical treatment is to remove the tumor cell totally & also involves the some of the normal skin. In this the tumor is excised and the skin is sutured in layers to enhance the cosmetic appearance, if the tumor is large then grafting is done means skin graft is taken from another site & grafted there. Here are some of the surgical procedures which can be done to treat the skin cancer:

• Mohs’ microscopic surgery: This type of surgical procedure is most accurate method of skin cancer treatment. In this procedure the tumor is removed layer by layer, first layer removes all the tumor skin & small margin of the normal appearing cell & then the cells are frozen & analysed microscopically to determine whether all the tumor cells are removed or not, if not removed then the further surrounding cells excision is done keeping in mind the cosmetic appearance.
• Electro surgery: This type of surgical procedure is done for the tumor cells having diameter less than 2cm. in this the tumor tissue is destroyed by using the electric energy. The current is converted to heat which is then applied to the tumor tissue usually after scrapping the area with a curette. In this procedure healing occurs within one month.
• Cryosurgery: In this type of surgical procedure the tumor tissue is destroyed by freezing it. A thermocouple needle is used & liquid nitrogen is used to destroy the tumor cells. The tumor tissue is frozen, allow to thaw & then refrozen again, in this way the tumor destruction takes place. In this procedure healing occurs within one to two months.

RADIATION THERAPY: In radiation therapy the high energy rays such as x-rays or the particles such as electron or protons are used to kill the tumor cells. This is a painless procedure but require frequent course of radiations. Radiation therapy is beneficial for the patients who are not fit for the surgery because of the poor health or it is used as a primary treatment for large tumors to reduce their surface area. Radiation therapy can be used before the surgery or after the surgery as an adjuvant to completely remove the tumor.

Stay Healthy………..

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HEALTH CARE TIPS TO PREVENT YOUR SKIN FROM SKIN CANCER

MEDICAL EDUCATION ON THE PREVENTION OF SKIN CANCER

Skin is the most important part of the body which acts as a protecting shield for body. Now as we are providing Medical education on Skin cancer in the last article we discussed about “What is Skin Cancer? And it’s Type”. If you wish to read that one article then CLICKS HERE. After that article, now we are going to share some important Health tips to take care of your skin and prevent your skin from major type of Cancer known as Skin Cancer. So here are some Basic Health caring tips to take care of your skin:

1). HOW TO USE SUNSCREEN ON YOUR SKIN

The most effective way to prevent your-self from skin cancer is to use sunscreen. These sunscreen creams or lotions provide a healthy shield to your skin and save it from skin tan, darkening caused by sun’s Ultraviolet (UVA) rays. These sunscreens protect our skin against all forms of UV damage, sunburn, premature ageing & skin cancer.

Use sunscreens of SPF (sun protection factor) which suits your skin. Sunscreens are rated according to SPF (Sun Protection Factor) & it is from SPF 4 (weakest) to SPF 50 (highest). The choice of SPF depends how long a person can stay in the sun without start reddening.

Before going outside always use a sunscreen to block harmful UV radiations.

Remember to apply the sunscreen to your body at least 30 minutes before going outside in the Sun.

Preferably use a water resistant sun screen.

Use a sunscreen of SPF more than 15 to protect yourself from both ultraviolet-A & ultraviolet-B radiations. SPF 15 sunscreen is mostly suitable to all skin types.

Reapply the sunscreen every 3 hourly if you are working for a prolonged period of time or you are sweating profusely to have the shielding effect for a prolonged time.

Use a lip balm of SPF 15 or more.

2). AVOID THE FOLLOWING THINGS

Avoid unnecessary exposure to sun, especially during the mid day when the ultra violet radiations are more intense that is from 11 am to 3 pm.

If your skin gets tanning & burning very easily then avoid too much skin exposure.

3). REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING THINGS ALWAYS

Always remember that ultraviolet rays can penetrate the loosely woven clothes so always use a sunscreen cream whenever, wherever you go out.

Always remember that ultraviolet radiations can penetrate clouds also so always use a sunscreen of appropriate SPF in cloudy weather also.

Always wear fully covered clothes that are full sleeves clothes, hat & sunglasses.

Awareness and prevention is the most important factor to save your family and yourself from such type of Health problems. So be careful and protect yourself from such type of cancers. We hope that you liked our initiation toward the Health awareness online to make each and every healthy.

MEDICAL EDUCATION ON DRY EYE SYNDROME ALONG WITH EYE CARING HEALTH TIPS

Medical Health Education on Eye Care Tips

TAKE CARE OF YOUR EYES……

The dry eye syndrome is a common condition, caused due to various lifestyle factors like air pollution, smoking, vehicular smoke, excessive use of gadgets like computers, iPods, mobiles, and the also use of air conditioners, heaters etc. Other factors like sedentary habits, excessive use of various cosmetics and chemicals can have an impact on the quality of our vision.

Hormonal changes are also a cause of the dry eye syndrome (DES); causing changes in tear production e.g. menopausal women are most often affected by dry eye. Older men are also affected by this problem. Nearly 50 percent of the population suffers from this problem. However, it is more prevalent among women and older individuals.

What is Dry eye syndrome?

Sometimes people don't produce enough tears or the right quality of tears to keep their eyes healthy and moist. 

This condition is known as dry eye. In a normal eye there is a tear film in front of the cornea that lubricates, nourishes, and protects the eye from dust and other irritants. Spread by blinking (about every six seconds), it keeps the surface of the eye optically clear and smooth, and also protects from infection. 

This film has several layers of fluid viz. the lipid, or oil layer; the watery layer; and mucus layer and is not like ordinary water in its composition. 

All three layers of tears in human eyes are very necessary for the proper lubrication. The Persons with dry eye syndrome have tears that are mostly water and evaporate quickly, providing little protection to the eye.

Symptoms:

Dry eyes are dry, irritated and uncomfortable eyes. Sometimes excess production of water from the lachrymal gland in dry eyes results in watery eyes.

Other symptoms include eye strain, sensitivity to light, headache, blurred vision, pain and foreign body sensation, itching in the eyes, red or burning eyes. Even repeated splashing of water in the eyes does not give any relief, instead, it worsens the condition.

People prone to DES may also find their eyes feel more uncomfortable after reading or watching television at a stretch. Constant eye strain can result in headaches or neck-ache, which may be the leading symptom.

If not treated early the dry eyes can progress to ulcer formation and opacity of the cornea resulting in permanent loss of vision.

Health Tips to prevent dry eyes:

Avoid direct blowing of air in eyes from hair dryers, car heaters, air conditioners or fans.

Add moisture to the air e g a humidifier can add moisture to indoor air.

While swimming wear wraparound glasses or eyeglass shields or swim goggles.

Take frequent breaks while reading some document or working on your PC (Personal Computer). Blink your eyes frequently.

Be aware of your environment. Air at high altitudes, desert areas and in the airplanes can be really dry. Close eyes repeatedly to minimise evaporation.

Position the computer screen below eye level. This will slow the evaporation of tears between eye blinks.

Stop smoking and avoid vehicular and other smoke.

Always Wear the sunglasses when you are outside to reduce the harmful exposure of sun, wind and dust to your eyes.

Do not use any eye drops meant for the normal eyes.

Avoid long term contact lens wear. Avoid surgery that involves making incisions in or removing tissue from the cornea i.e. laser correction of myopia, if you have dry eye problem.

Treatment: Eye drops called artificial tears are used as substitute tears. If you need to use artificial tears more than every 2 hr, preservative-free brands may be better for you. These lubricate the eyes and help maintain moisture. 

The use of cyclosporine drops, work by stimulating tear production. It treats the underlying inflammation that's causing the problem, but only 25 percent to 30 percent of patients are benefited and cyclosporine doesn't work in every patient. 

Steroid eye drops may also be used occasionally. Surgical options include Lacrisert, a tiny insert filled with a lubricating ingredient (hydroxylpropyl cellulose) placed just inside the lower eyelid, where it constantly releases the lubrication. 

Another option is to close outlet channels temporarily with plugs to conserve your own tears and make artificial tears last longer. One more option is to permanently seal the opening of tear ducts by using heat cautery. Supplementary measures may include drinking more water to improve general hydration of the body, treating any inflammation of the lids and the measures mentioned under prevention.

Some individuals may find dry eye relief by supplementing their diet with Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found naturally in foods like oily fish (salmon, sardines, anchovies) and flax seeds.

That’s it about this Medical education on Dry eye syndrome. Take care of your eyes by using these precaution and prevention. If you do not take it seriously then you will lose your vision….Have a healthy and bright life ahead….

Sources: News Paper and books.

HEALTH TIPS TO LOSE YOUR WEIGHT

WHY YOU SHOULD AWARE OF YOUR HEAVYWEIGHT?
There are lots of ways to lose weight but to keep the weight off is not always an easy task. The solution to successful weight loss is making changes in your eating and physical activity habits that you have to keep up for the rest of your life. The information in this article of health caring tips helps you to put you on the road to healthy living.

Why We Should Lose our Weight?????
There are some Weight-related Health Problems to prevent our self from these we have to lose our weight. These are as follows :

✔ Diabetes

✔ Heart disease or stroke

✔ High blood pressure

✔ High cholesterol

✔ Gallbladder disease

✔ Some types of cancer

✔ Osteoarthritis (wearing away of the joints)

✔ Sleep apnea (during sleep interrupted breathing)

The Next question that comes in our mind is as follow:

Can I benefit from weight loss?
Health experts agree that if you lose even a small weight then you may gain many health benefits:
  · If a person loses 5 to 7 percent of their body weight then they may improve their health and quality of life & this will also prevent you from various weight-related health problems as we discuss above and highlighted with Red lines.
     · On the psycho-social aspect if you have normal weight then you feel yourself stress free as people can’t call you fatty or something else. You will be satisfied with your appearance.
For maintaining a normal (average) Body weight you should follow a healthy diet and regular activity schedule that means you should have a nutritious diet (Green Leafy vegetables, more fluids, less spicy and oily diet) and regular exercises.

How can I lose my weight?

Losing weight is not so much easy as people think it requires a great determination & self power. For an overweight person, losing 5-10%of body weight should be the aim. Here are some of the easy methods to reduce your body fat:
1. DIETARY CHANGES: As the diet controlling is in a person’s own hands & this is the secret of controlling our weight. So I person diet should be as follow:

• LOW CALORIE DIET: For losing your weight you have to take less calorie food as on the all food items total calorie value is written, here you can choose the food items with low calorie diet. For an adult only 1000 kcal (kilo calories) are recommended.
• LOW FAT DIET: lowering or taking fat free diet can help you in reducing your weight to 5%. For fat free diet you should take saturated, oil-free & less spicy diet.
• HIGH FIBRE DIET: Taking a high fibre diets such as green leafy vegetables, more fruits and tuberous food can also help you in reducing body fat. The fibre content of our food helps in delay (slow) emptying of our stomach as a result of this we did not feel hungry frequently.
• REDUCING DIET: Reducing the frequency & the amount of the diet as compared to regular diet can also help in reducing your body fat. Food intake should not be more than the energy requirement.

2. INCREASED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Increasing your daily physical activities can also help you. For physical activity, it is not necessary to exercises hardly but you should choose the daily activities those require movements because as you move it requires energy & for energy requirement, there will be metabolism process means there will be burning of calories & fat of body that will automatically lead to weight reduction. Regular brisk walking, skipping, jogging, yoga can also help in weight reduction.

3. Behavioral CHANGES: Some time wrong behavioral practices can also lead to weight gain so it is necessary to improve these practices, these are as follows:

• STRESS (TENSION): Taking too much tension is also a cause of obesity, so just relieve this stress by keeping yourself happy, engage in heart soothing activities like YOGA, listening soft music, socialization & prayer etc.
• ALCOHOL/SMOKING: Many types of research show that alcohol consumption also leads to obesity. So say goodbye to these and have a healthy life.
• OTHERS: If by following all of the above practices regularly & honestly, your weight is uncontrollable then it can be due to some systemic (physical) disease such as hyperthyroidism etc. then you should consult a physician as soon as possible.

There are appetite-suppressing drugs that are also available .you can take this after a doctor’s prescription.
Surgical methods: liposuction, gastric bypass, jaw-wiring, gastroplasty can be some bit beneficial but after a physician’s consultation only.

Continue your visit with us for more health tips and health cure articles. If you have any query and questions regarding this article post your comment and we will reply within 24 hr.
Written By: Pro. S.L Sharma.

HYPERTENSION SIGN AND SYMPTOMS WITH VARIOUS HEALTH TIPS TO MAINTAIN BP

As in our previous Medical education article regarding Hypertension we have explained you about the Introduction and Various risk factors for developing Hypertension now we are going to explain you about various Sign and Symptoms, Treatment, and daily health fitness tips for controlling Hypertension. If you have not studied the previous article on “Introduction to Hypertension” Then you can CLICK HERE to read that Medical Education article.

SIGN & SYMPTOMS OF HYPERTENSION:

As before knowing that someone having hypertension, they do not show any sign and symptoms but here are some typical sign and symptoms which a hypertensive person may or may not show. These are as follows:

·         On physical examination there is elevated BP level of more than 140/90 mm hg for two consecutive readings.

·         Occasionally, retinal (eyes) changes that are haemorrhages, redness, exudates.

·         Pathological changes in kidneys (increased level of creatinine in blood)

·         Alteration in vision & speech

·         Dizziness

·         Weakness, sudden fall

TREATMENT OF HYPERTENSION

When the BP is uncontrollable by changing the life style then "Adjuvant therapy" that is pharmacological therapy is started. Main classes are:

·         Diuretics

·         Beta-blockers

·         Vasodilators

·         Calcium channel blockers

·         Angiotension converting enzyme inhibitor

Expertise Health Tips to Maintain Your BP:

The following flow-chart telling the various methods to control and maintain your BP.

As BP control is in our own hands, so here we are telling you various daily heath care tips by which you can control and maintain your BP as well as a good health.

DIET CONTROL:

    §  Reduce your salt intake to an average not more than 5gm per day.

    §  Taking high fibre diet, high potassium diet as mentioned earlier.

    §  Moderate fat intake.

    §  Avoidance of fatty & spicy food to maximum.

WEIGHT REDUCTION/CONTROL

    §  Controlling weight to normal BMI(16-24),BMI is calculated as weight in kg/height in square meter

    §  Reducing weight by  diet regulation & by regular exercises

EXERCISE PROMOTION

   §  Regular brisk walking

   §  Regular physical activity that means to avoid sedentary life style

   §  Regular morning & evening walk for atleast one hour

BEHAVIOURAL CHANGES

   §  Stress reduction by keeping yourself tension free

   §  Yoga & meditation

   §  Avoidance of alcohol & smoking

SELF- CARE

   §  Self determination to regulate BP & to modify the life style

   §  Regular monitoring of BP

   §   If afford then can buy a BP apparatus to have your regular BP check up at home  

   §  To maintain a record book of regular BP check ups

   §  Regular follow-up with doctor & adherence to treatment regimens means regularly following the treatment

CONCLUSION

As hypertension is a life-long condition and if not treated at time can lead to many adverse effects such as heart attack so it is the individual self responsibility to have a control on it by changing his/her life style that means to have a control on diet, exercise, weight, smoking, alcohol and to follow the instructions given by physician. As one’s health is in his/her own hands so let’s not ruin it anymore be respectful to it and enjoy the healthy life as somebody says it correctly “HEALTH IS WEALTH.”

MEDICAL EDUCATIONS ON DIABETES AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

                             Diabetes and reproductive health

Today in this article of Medical Health education we are going to discuss the major the problem in the world at this time known as Diabetes. Obesity and insulin resistance are two of the most common factors that lead to infertility, basically in women's case. 

We are seeing more patients diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects about 25 percent of the population. In most instances, simple lifestyle changes like weight loss through exercise and a low-calorie but nutritious diet can help reverse the effects of infertility.

COMMON PROBLEMS IN DIABETIC WOMEN

One study found 42 per cent of women with type 2 diabetes experienced reproductive dysfunction. The problems may include:

❚The Decreases in vaginal lubrication, resulting in vaginal dryness.

❚Uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse Problems.

❚Less desire for sexual activity.

❚During Sexual intercourse decreased or absence of sexual response.

Treatment

The pregnant Women, need to control their blood sugar. That means you need to watch your insulin, HgbA1c and hemoglobin levels, as well as your weight on a weekly bases. Take a proper diet, exercising properly and ensuring adequate nutrition will improve your chances of conception.

A good control and proper management of the disease and supervision of the gynecologist is necessary.

For both men and women with diabetes, the first step in treating reproductive dysfunction is to control their blood glucose levels. When your diabetes is in control of you, there is a decreased risk for many complications, including sex-related problems. 

There are other treatments for sexual dysfunction that may be used to treat people with diabetes under strict medical supervision. For women with vaginal dryness, a water-soluble lubricant (such as Astro-Glide or K-Y Jelly) maybe helpful. Excessive use of vitamins, calcium and other micronutrients to treat diabetes-related complications can be counter-productive. Home remedies or quack remedies may do more harm than good to fulfil your desire to bear a child.

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Reference: Chandigarh-based Expert in gynaecologist wrote this article.