The Marring Consequences Of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is among the most prevalent reasons of injury caused to women worldwide. The recurrently battered areas are often the upper parts of the body till the waist. After mauling begins, it generally persists and in most likelihood would only amplify if left untreated or ignored. For instance, beating that would commence with a so-dubbed innocent slap could spiral over periods of time to lashing out, jostling and ultimately garrotting. The repetitive hurt and stress of existing in a violent and hostile relationship mostly takes its toll on the woman’s health leading to long-standing health issues like post-traumatic stress disorder, headaches, incessant aches and pain in the neck and back region, depressive tendencies and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) inclusive of  [...]

The Spectacular Dracula Therapy

Dubbed as ‘the Dracula Therapy’, if this is not ample enough for freaking one out, comprehend getting jabbed on the face with one’s own blood. Though this might sound weird, the S3 Therapy – is presently the much sought after anti-aging treatment. The name S3 – the mini version – translating to Stimulated Self Serum Skin Therapy was firstly accessible in the UK by the pioneering-London based French Cosmetic expert Daniel Sister. Dr. Daniel explicates that during the procedure one’s own blood is drawn out from the arm region into vials, from which the red blood cells are separated from the clear serum and the platelets by the process of centrifugation. The segregated red blood cells are then blended with vitamins and amino acids and this supplemented serum is then infused  [...]

Domestic Abuse – A Monogrammed Safety Plan-Of-Action

Domestic abuse affecting both sexes irrespective of race, ethnic group, financial standing or age, is the abuse occurring in a personal relationship between former or present mates, husbands, or between those dating. However, regrettably majority of its victims are often the female gender. Factually, one in four women would become prey to it at some point in their lifetime. In case an episode of domestic violence has transpired at home, one needs to firstly gauge one’s immediate safety. The query about when to seek instant help from the local law enforcement agency should be made on the basis of one’s belief that is a surmountable threat of bodily harm or fatality. If one believes that either the person concerned or other people in the house are in direct danger, then it vital to  [...]

‘Snoreplasty’ – A Three Pound, Painless Reprieve From Harsh Snorting

A simple three pound oral jab could majorly lessen snoring. The shot functions by hardening the flaccid tissue at the backside of the mouth, that puts a halt to the vibration and hence the snoring noise. There are approximately fifteen million snorers in Britain alone. The problem mostly occurs due to breathing via the mouth. As the air is inhaled through the mouth, the pressure created causes the tissue situated at the back side of the mouth (a section of the soft palate) to start vibrating. Obesity and overweight issues tend to further worsen snoring, as the additional fatty tissue located around the neck region tends to have an unnatural compressive action on the airways when one lies down. Over protracted periods of time, snoring could cause major health issues. The lesser oxygen  [...]

Bionic Stomach Pacemaker – A Promising Cure To Stomach Paralysis

Falling sick umpteen times during the day, having a failing gut could be a dreadful situation for those who go through it on a regular basis. This form of disorder is known as gastroparesis or delayed gastric emptying wherein there is a major delay in the stomach emptying its contents. The most prevalent reason behind gastroparesis is diabetes. This condition has serious repercussions leading to a host of digestive issues. Usually the contractions in the stomach cause the food to travel into the small intestine for getting digested. The vagus nerve is responsible for controlling food movement from the stomach via the digestive tract. However, when there is damage to the vagus nerve, gastroparesis occurs, leading to major impediment in the normal functioning of the stomach and intestinal  [...]

Practical Guide To Treating Vomiting During Pregnancy

Nausea and vomiting, as appalling as it may appear, are generally part-and-parcel of a healthy pregnancy. The misery classically subsides by the mid-part of the second trimester. With no particular treatment working optimally, varied practices seem to be suiting different womankind. In case the symptoms are not that extreme, the health care provider would recommend home tending treatments. In case one has already tested them and are still puking, then the health care provider could recommend intravenous administration (IV) of fluids. Mostly these fluids comprise of sugar and electrolytes. On many occasions, fluid intake by itself (either intravenously or orally) could help in breaking the vicious series of nausea and vomiting and provide temporary relief. Self-tending at Home Trying home  [...]

The New Fat-Busting Injection: Weight Loss Of ‘A Stone’ In Merely Twenty Weeks

Scientists have vouched for the efficacy of the anti-obesity shot to surpass that of the presently available fat reduction pills by twofold. Few of the patients that were administered the anti-fat shot – liraglutide, had weight loss of more than a stone in twenty weeks. The drug is also believed to lower blood pressure and helped gain better control over glucose levels among prediabetes patients – a precursor to diabetes. Liraglutide, available by the product name ‘Victoza’, has obtained license for prescription usage among overweight patients in Britain from July onwards. During the course of the newest study, 564 entrants were administered either the daily, single-shot, liraglutide doses that ranged from 1.2mg- 3.0mg or the thrice-a-day orlistat pills – another flab-fighting  [...]

Second-Trimester Surgical Abortion – What To Expect?

Second-trimester surgical abortion is conducted for voluntary abortion, for management of a miscarriage and in terminating pregnancy because of fetal abnormalities and existent health conditions of the mother. During the course of the second trimester (i.e., 15-23 weeks) subsequent to the last menstrual cycle occurred, abortions are usually conducted over a span of two days and do not need all-night hospital stay. This form of procedure is called as dilation and evacuation (D&E). During the foremost day, one would be required to visit a health educator and doctor for helping in preparation of the procedure. This appointment would take between 2-3 hours. The following day, one would be required to visit the doctor at the hospital that would take between 4-5 hours. In certain situations,  [...]

‘HALO’ To Piles – A Painless Exit To Misery

A harrowing estimate states that nearly half the populace would develop haemorrhoids also known as piles – those discomforting, painful, inflamed blood vessels during some point in their lives. Even its treatment is mostly an agonizing procedure. However, a painless procedure has surfaced that cures this niggling problem for good. Piles are nothing but the enlargement of the blood vessels in or around the back route occurring due to an increase in the pressure inside them, leading to their swelling, and formation of small lumpy formations, with few of them bursting and bleeding. The condition is generally not quite grave and would subside in some days, however, in some cases it might become an unremitting occurrence leading to regular blood loss, utter aggravation, pain and discomfort. The  [...]

Top 10 Prudent Ways To Curb Yeast Infections

The recurrently occurring yeast infections have been a bane for many women since ages. However, by simply following the below stated simple steps one can effectually keep yeast infections at bay. One must avoid the usage of petroleum-base lubricants during sexual contact. Those women that experience vaginal dryness would benefit from using water-based products. It is vital to curb the excessive intake of sugar in one’s daily diet as too much sugar present in the body tends to harbour the growth of yeast and lead to its proliferation. Following a bath, one must ensure to totally dry the vaginal area. This must be regularly done as moisture leads to the faster growth of yeast. Making yoghurt a part of one’s daily dietetic intake. This is because yoghurt tends to wipe out the  [...]