Estrogen is beneficial for controlling symptoms of menopause, but its benefits for younger women seem to become risks for older women, so it should not be taken to prevent heart disease.
When a diagnosis of prostate cancer is made, tests such as PSA level and Gleason score provide valuable information about the stage of the disease and its probable progression, so doctors can determine the best course of treatment for each patient.
Dark chocolate may promote beneficial activity in the body such as lower LDL cholesterol and a slight decrease in blood pressure, but because it is high in calories and fat, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Blood pressure that stays high even when three or more medications are taken is called resistant hypertension. In such cases lifestyle changes are especially important, and there may be underlying causes such as sleep apnea.
The recent decrease in new breast cancer cases in women over 50 appears to be linked to the decline in the use of hormone therapy for symptoms of menopause.
A movement called Hospital at Home seeks to provide professional-caliber meeical care at home to people who need care but do not need to be hospitalized.
Almost three years ago I had triple bypass surgery and mitral valve replacement. I did so having only one lung. It feels like the operation somehow harmed my lung, making it harder to breathe. Can heart surgery do this?
Hypothyroidism can manifest in a variety of symptoms including elevated cholesterol, lower heart rate, and changes in weight and appetite. A blood test will determine whether or not a person’s thyroid function is normal.
The belief that acupuncture can lower blood pressure has been tested by studies, but the conclusions regarding its effectiveness are divided.