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Diabetes on Your Nerves

Diabetes on Your NervesAlmost half of all people with diabetes experience some form of nerve damage, which can develop into a complication known as peripheral neuropathy. What causes this condition, and how do you recognize the symptoms? Listen to leading experts explain.

Keywords: Diabetes, peripheral, neuropathy, nerve, nerve damage, brain, spinal cord, hands, fingers, arms, legs, toes, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, pain, burning, tingling, pins and needles, loss of sensation, anathesia, paresthesia, polyneuropathy, HIV, AIDS, liver disease, kidney disease, shingles, vitamin deficiencies, irritability, mood change, lack of concentration, depression, foot ulcers, joint pain, blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, infection, gangrenous, amputation, glucose, blood sugar, blood tests, nerve conduction study, physical exam, history, exercise.

HIV Treatment: CNS Effects

HIV Treatment: CNS EffectsOne class of HIV medicines has been associated with problems related to the central nervous system. Side effects include vivid dreams and sleep problems. Learn how to manage these side effects.

Keywords: Sustiva, efavirenz, HIV, AIDS, nonnucleosides, nonnucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors, CNS, central nervous system, CNS side effects, headache, dizziness, vivid dreams, impaired concentration, depression, Viramune, nevirapine

Too Much Water

Too Much WaterWhile dehydration is a common concern for runners, especially during a marathon, experts now say that too much water can be worse. Learn the right way to stay hydrated.

Keywords: Hydration, dehydration, long distance, runners, exercise, water, sports drinks, cup, 8 oz., hyponatremia, blood, salt, heat stroke, marathon, sodium, fluids, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, syncope, fainting, swelling of the hands and feet, seizures, death, pulmonary edema, serum salt, drink

Seizure Control

Seizure ControlNearly half of all patients treated for epilepsy find it hard to take their medications as directed. Learn what steps you can take to stick with treatment and keep seizures under control.

Keywords: epilepsy, seizures, chronic, recurrent, unprovoked, MRI, non-compliance, anti-epileptic drugs, AED's, therapy, side effects, dizziness, tiredness, behavioral symptoms, lack of interest, cognitive impairment, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, weight gain, weight loss, polytherapy, brain damage, electrical storms, treatment regimen, dosing schedule, pillbox, seizure-free, monotherapy, sweating, SE's

Epilepsy Made Better

Epilepsy Made BetterNew devices may help some epilepsy patients who are not seizure-free after taking medications.

Keywords: epilepsy, anti-seizure medications, refractory epilepsy, medication resistant epilepsy, seizure free, alternatives, experimental devices, Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulator, brain, electrical pulse, thalamus, electricity, seizure activity, Neurospace Responsive Neruotransmitter, RNS, intracranial antiepileptic drug delivery system, locally, reservoir, dizziness, tiredness, weight gain, gene-based therapies

Epilepsy Made Better

Epilepsy Made BetterNew devices may help some epilepsy patients who are not seizure-free after taking medications.

Keywords: epilepsy, anti-seizure medications, refractory epilepsy, medication resistant epilepsy, seizure free, alternatives, experimental devices, Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulator, brain, electrical pulse, thalamus, electricity, seizure activity, Neurospace Responsive Neruotransmitter, RNS, intracranial antiepileptic drug delivery system, locally, reservoir, dizziness, tiredness, weight gain, gene-based therapies

Treating Neuropathy

Treating NeuropathyTreating nerve damage from diabetes requires a two-pronged approach: controlling blood sugar and alleviating the pain caused by peripheral neuropathy. Learn about the latest therapies.

Keywords: Diabetes, peripheral, neuropathy, nerve, nerve damage, brain, spinal cord, hands, fingers, arms, legs, toes, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, pain, burning, tingling, pins and needles, loss of sensation, anathesia, paresthesia, polyneuropathy, HIV, AIDS, liver disease, kidney disease, shingles, vitamin deficiencies, foot ulcers, joint pain, blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, infection, gangrenous, amputation, glucose, blood sugar, hemoglobin A1C, over-the-counter, analgesics, ibuprofen, naproxen, tricyclic antidepressants, amitriptyline, Elavil, desipramine, Norparim, nortriptyline, Pamelor, Aventyl, antiseizure drugs, anticonvulsants, carbamazapine, Tegretol, phenytoin, Dilantin, gabapentin, Neurontin, opiods, duloxetine, Cymbalta, pregabaline, Lyrica, Topical ointments, Lidocaine, Capsaicin, orthotics, wrist supports, socks, shoes, feet

Perfect Form Fitness

Perfect Form FitnessWe've all heard about folks who have thrown out their backs picking up a box. And most of us have received the advice, "Lift with your knees!" at one time or another. You can imagine how important it is to adhere to the rules of good posture if you're a weight lifter. Good posture and maintaining strength in the center of the body are two golden rules of proper weight training. Join our experts as they discuss the principles of proper posture and "core strength."

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Recurrent Yeast Infections

Recurrent Yeast InfectionsWhile up to 75 percent of women will experience a yeast infection once in their lifetime, an unlucky 5 percent will have frequent, recurring episodes. Join our panelists as they tell us why yeast infections come back and what you should do if it happens to you.

Keywords: yeast infection, candida, candida albicans, c. albicans, moniliasis, yeast, candidiasis, vulvovaginal candidiasis, treatment, therapy, medication, drug, pill, woman, risk factors, diagnosis, wet prep, slide test, yeast culture, monistat, terazol, terconaxole, gyne-lotrimin, diflucan, self medication, self-medication, doctor, symptoms, antibiotics, steroids, Diabetes, oral sex, oral contraceptive pills, the pill, HIV, miconazole, fluconazole, mycelex, clotrimazole, vagina, discharge, itching, tioconazole, vagistat, frequent yeast infections, recurrent yeast infections, maintenance therapy, long term therapy

Treating Recurrent NHL

Treating Recurrent NHLDoctors are finding that monoclonal antibodies can be helpful in the treatment of recurrent, indolent non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Keywords: monoclonal antibodies, monoclonal antibody, Rituxan, retuximab, ibritumomab, Zevalin, tositumomab, Bexxar, non Hodgkins lymphoma, non Hodgkin's lymphoma, indolent lymphoma, CD20, anti CD20, b-cell lymphoma


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