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Orthostatic hypotension occurs when you go from a lying or sitting position to a standing position. It occurs because blood pools in the legs, and lowers the blood pressure. The symptoms are lightheadedness and dizziness. You should make sure to stay well hydrated, and be sure to have something to hold on to when you get out of bed, to avoid falling. Question from HealthEagle.com
"Give me 4 units of O-neg, stat!" Michael Davis, MD, pediatrician, discusses blood types, transfusions and compatibility of blood products in children.
Dr. Kevin Smith discusses the use of Botox for the treatment of excessive sweating. Botox stops the nerves from stimulating perspiration. Niagra Falls, Ontario. 866-707-3222. Visit Smithlaser.com for more information.
Dr. Kevin Smith discusses the use of Botox in the treatment of headache. Botox can be used for both migraine headaches and mucle tension headaches. It relaxes the muscles to decrease the tension to treat muscle tension headaches. Niagra Falls, Ontario. 866-707-3222. Visit Smithlaser.com for more information.
Chantix is a medication used for smoking cessation. Dr Joshua Fink, a pulmonologist, reviews the use of chantix for smoking cessation. Chantix is the brand name for varenicline. CHantix attaches to the receptor that nicotine usually attaches to, and simulates the feeling that people get after smoking a cigarette.
Deep venous thrombosis is a very common problem. The clots usually occur in the legs, although they can happen in other places. They cause pain and swelling. One complication of a DVT is when the clot travels through the heart to the lungs and causes a pulonary embolus, which can be fatal. The usually treatment is anticoagulation with a blood thinner called coumadin for around 6mo.
Dr. Harrison Wein gives an NIH Research Update on diet and the risk of metabolic syndrome, which is implicated in cardiovascular disease, and other health problems.
A new study shows the importance of dietary counseling and exercise for weight loss.
DVT is deep venous thrombosis, which simply stated is a blood clot in the vein. DVT occurs most commonly in the legs and presents with a painful, swollen leg. The clot from the legs can on occasion move through the heart to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolus. Surgery, pregnancy, injury and birth control pills are a risk factor. Treatment is the blood thinner coumadin for 3-6 mo. Dr. Steve Fein, a hematologist, discusses DVT.
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