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Dangerous Glucose Levels
Glucose is a type of simple sugar that serves as your body's primary source of energy. But glucose can only be catabolized for energy if it's permitted into your body's cells. There are dangers associated with high levels of glucose accumulating in your blood.
Drugs to Treat Atherosclerosis
Common drugs, such as statins and aspirin, may slow the effects of atherosclerosis. Find out more, including information about medications to fight high blood pressure and prevent blood clots.
Outcome and Patterns of Failure in Testicular Lymphoma
The purpose of this study was to assess patient outcomes and patterns of failure in testicular lymphoma treated with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
Study Links Statin Use to Tendon Injury
New research links statin use to tendon problems, but a cholesterol expert is unconvinced.
High Blood Sugar vs. Low Blood Sugar
Low and high blood sugar levels can cause serious health problems. Each condition can be a symptom of diabetes; however, there are significant differences between the two illnesses.
Diazoxide for Hypertension Treatment
Diazoxide is a powerful intravenous drug that is not used to treat chronic hypertension. Instead, diazoxide plays an important part in the short term treatment of extremely high blood pressure, and is occassionaly used to treat high blood pressure associated with pregnancy. Diazoxide has many potent
Endovascular AAA Repair
Endovascular AAA repair surgery is a technique used to fix an aneurysm, or widening, of the abdominal aortic artery, which supplies blood to the lower part of the body. Surgery is recommended for aneurysms larger than 2 inches, according to United Center for Vascular Care.
The Obvious Solution to Teenage Hypertension
If we want our children & teenagers to reclaim their health we begin by passing along a simple message: Step Away (From the Computer) and Step Out.
Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Boost Blood Vessel Growth
It's been an ongoing mystery why the wildly popular cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins also have beneficial effects -- such as reducing heart disease -- in people with normal cholesterol levels.
What Are Liver Function Effects on Blood Sugar?
The liver's role in regulating blood sugar levels in the body ensures that energy is available to carry out daily tasks and activities. A number of mechanisms are in place to respond to changing chemical conditions in the blood. Cellular and organ processes rely on the effects the liver has on blood
How to Treat High Creatinine Levels
Creatinine is a waste product in your body. Normally, your kidneys filter creatinine out of your bloodstream. If you have high creatinine levels, this indicates a problem with your kidneys. Kidney function can become impaired from chronic kidney disease or acute kidney failure. If your diagnosis is
Treatments for Advanced Atherosclerosis
The two main treatment options for advanced atherosclerosis include angioplasty with stenting and bypass surgery. Find out more.
Home Therapy for Hyperbilirubinemia
Hyperbilirubinemia, which manifests as jaundice in newborn infants, occurs when the baby's body is temporarily unable to properly break down bilirubin, a substance created when old red blood cells dissolve. Typically, it is not a serious problem and there are various remedies, both medical and non-m
Gene Behind Serious Statin Risk
A variant gene causes more than 60% of cases of a serious side effect of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs -- muscle pain and weakness.
How to Measure Pressure in a Basketball
In basketball, correct air pressure in the ball ensures that it bounces and flies properly. The National Basketball Association recommends that the pressure should be between 7.5 and 8.5 lbs. per square inch. It is possible to buy a special ball pressure gauge. For team coaches this may be the best
High Cholesterol: How a Dietitian Can Help-Other Places To Get Help
OrganizationAcademy of Nutrition and Dietetics120 South Riverside PlazaSuite 2000Chicago, IL  60606-6995Phone: 1-800-877-0877Email: knowledge@eatright.orgWeb Address: www.eatright.org The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sets standards for all types of prescribed diets. The organization produces a
How to Use the Gibbs Reflective Cycle
Graham Gibbs is an Oxford University professor who introduced his cycle for reflection in his 1988 work "Learning By Doing: A Guide to Teaching and Learning Methods." This cycle is used in the health-care profession as a way for professionals to assess and reflect on any given situation in their job
Magnesium & Lower Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is an important indicator of heart health. High blood pressure contributes to heart attacks, strokes and other heart disease. A 1998 Japanese study suggested that magnesium may play a role in lowering blood pressure; a 2008 article by dietitian Lisa Nelson says that magnesium is criti