health-letter
I’ve heard that men are supposed to take a statin if they’re at high risk of getting heart disease, but that women are only supposed to after they actually get it. Is that true?
Bipolar disorder is difficult to diagnose because its cycles of mania and depression may be mistaken for other psychological conditions. Medications can treat the symptoms, but finding the proper combination for each patient can be a lengthy process.
Some people have a tendency to develop certain foot conditions, while others can occur because of poor shoe choices or excess weight.
Prepping for a colonoscopy is unpleasant, but the bowel needs to be clear for the procedure to be effective. Some bowel-cleaning solutions now come in better-tasting flavors, and guidelines now recommend split dosage of the laxative.
I read about a study at UCLA in which men with type 2 diabetes were in a program combining aerobic exercise, low-fat diets, and relatively high amounts of “good” carbohydrates. Half of them cured their diabetes. Is this possible?
I am curious about tremors in adults. I know that people with Parkinson’s disease get them, but I am not sure about other conditions.
I need a knee replacement and am trying to decide between a minimally invasive operation and a traditional one. What do you think?
Women get more migraine headaches than men, possibly because migraines have been linked to the fluctuation of estrogen levels related to the menstrual cycle.
Many people think their toothbrushing skills are better than they really are. Tooth brushing tips include brushing for at least two minutes, using a soft brush with bristles of varying heights, and replacing your brush at least every three months.
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a procedure used to treat joint pain, but even though the technique has been approved by the FDA, little research has been done on its effectiveness in people.