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In medicine, a chronic disease is a disease that is long-lasting or recurrent. The term chronic describes the course of the disease, or its rate of onset and development. A chronic course is distinguished from a recurrent course; recurrent diseases relapse repeatedly, with periods of remission in between. As an adjective, chronic can refer to a persistent and lasting medical condition. Chronicity is usually applied to a condition that lasts more than three months. The definition of a disease or causative condition may depend on the disease being chronic, and the term chronic will often, but not always appear in the description Many chronic diseases require chronic care management for effective long-term treatment. Nearly one in two Americans (133 million) has a chronic medical condition of one kind or another.[1] However, most of these people are not actually disabled, as their medical conditions do not impair normal activities. According to this report, the most common chronic conditions are high blood pressure, arthritis, respiratory diseases like emphysema, and high cholesterol. That number is projected to increase by more than one percent per year by 2030, resulting in an estimated chronically ill population of 171 million. [2]
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1. Fibromyalgia And Its Neurological Chronic Condition
November 06, 2009
Fibromyalgia is a neurological chronic condition that affects the musculoskeletal tissues of the body. The disorder is mostly responsible for inducing discomfort, pain and fatigue in the muscles, ligaments, tendons and in the areas surrounding the joints. People who suffer from fibromyalgia are constantly confronted with intense pain that tends to reoccur on a regular time basis. The pain caused by the disorder is felt deep inside the muscles and in certain points called trigger points. A common feature to all people with fibromyalgia is the location of the pain; to all patients fibromyalgia p... (read more)
Author: Carroll Willis
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2. Acupuncture And How To End Smoking
November 05, 2009
Acupuncture is a highly effective quit smoking method for all, and specially for those people who had been unsuccessful with other methods to stop smoking. People who go for acupuncture treatments are usually keen on quit smoking beliefs. Although they have failed with all previous programs, this 3500 years old Chinese remedy promises quick relief from chronic smoking habits.
Acupuncture works most effectively on human body to reduce chronic smoking habits
Acupuncture is based on the belief that "chi", a vital energy force flows through 12 key channels around the body. Within these c... (read more)
Author: Bennett Diaz
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3. Tramadol pain medication - The way to relieve all pain
November 01, 2009
Today's stressed lifestyle has made the physical pain an integral part of our lives. This is the reason that a lot of pain relief medications are available in the market. One of the most popular pain relief medications available in the market right now is the Tramadol pain medication.Tramadol is usually taken to get relief from a severe physical pain. It is often prescribed to treat the various severe to moderate pains. Most of the patients who suffer from chronic pain, usually take this medicine, more than once every day.
It is an oral medicine. A tramadol pain reliefs treatment usually... (read more)
Author: Jaun Koos
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4. Herbal Treatment For Heart Disease - Nature Has The Cure Even For The Otherwise Incurable Diseases
October 26, 2009
Herbal treatment for heart disease is not a new concept. People have been using herbs for hundreds of years to treat many chronic diseases, including the cardiovascular ones. Herbs were used to prevent and treat almost every disease long before the advent of modern medicine. Because of the rapidly growing popularity of allopathic medicine, many people today don’t even know if herbs can be very effective in treating even the otherwise incurable diseases. The best thing about herbal medicines is that they have very little or no side effects. But, it is still wise to know the right way to use her... (read more)
Author: Alen Caller
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5. Understanding GERD
October 22, 2009
Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), the medical term for "Acid Reflux" is defined as the product of abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus thus, creating a mucosal damage, likewise known as the chronic symptom.
This disease strikes adult primarily, while infants and children can also be affected. Normally spurred by eating certain foods, if not pregnancy, or taking a sleep right after eating a heavy meal, a large number of persons suffer from acid reflux at one time or another.
Heartburn or acid indigestion is another name that refers to acid reflux. Heartburn, t... (read more)
Author: Kelvin Gentry
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6. A Closer Look at Acid Reflux
October 22, 2009
Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), the medical term for "Acid Reflux" is defined as the product of abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus thus, creating a mucosal damage, likewise known as the chronic symptom.
This disease strikes adult primarily, while infants and children can also be affected. Normally spurred by eating certain foods, if not pregnancy, or taking a sleep right after eating a heavy meal, a large number of persons suffer from acid reflux at one time or another.
Heartburn or acid indigestion is another name that refers to acid reflux. Heartburn, t... (read more)
Author: Kelvin Gentry
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7. Stopping Panic Attacks - Learn This Secrets & Stop Panic Attack Fast!
October 21, 2009
Stopping Panic Attacks ? Age Old Wisdom That Can Start Relieving Panic Within 48 Hours
Medication and the methods of our modern medicine can be life savers often times when we are faced with a hard condition. But at other times modern medicine falls flat on it's face. The chronic and many times under the radar conditions over and over again aren't treated with the correct methods, it's the life and death situations that our current doctors are good at fixing.
That's is alright though. Because a lot of the restorative methods from our ancient pasts are superior in curing our modern... (read more)
Author: Michael Smith
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8. Insomnia | Sleep Apnea | Sleep Apnea Zone
October 12, 2009
Insomnia Insomnia is one of the most common sleep disorders and is often a symptom of another, sometimes more serious, sleep disorder. Everyone has trouble falling asleep sometimes, but insomnia is when an individual has chronic difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently during the night, difficulty getting back to sleep, or feeling tired upon waking (unrefreshed sleep). Often there is an underlying problem that is the source of insomnia such as a side effect of medicine, stress, environmental issue, or another health problem.
Surveys indicate that adults who sleep 7 hours a night ha... (read more)
Author: jessy Moore
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9. Nutritional Medicine
October 08, 2009
Nutritional Medicine is unknown to most physicians as well as the public. The benefits of a good exercise program and a healthy diet are well known. Few however, especially physicians, have any knowledge of the health benefits of taking high quality nutritional supplements. Vitamins are a hot issue within the medical field. But the verdict is in. What your doctor doesn't know about nutritional medicine may be killing you. Only about 6% of the graduating physicians in America have received any training in nutrition. Doctors believe that you don't need supplements and that you ... (read more)
Author: Adrian Joele
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10. What is Tramadol?
September 24, 2009
Tramadol is a narcotic-like pain medication that is used to treat moderate to severe pain. The extended use of Tramadol is used for severe chronic pain when treatment is required around the clock. This pain medication can also be used for other purposes which you can enquire from your physician. The popularity of Tramadol pain medication is increasing day by day because if taken properly this medicine can relive you from any type of pain. Facts about Tramadol There are some Dos and Don’ts attached with intake of Tramadol. Tramadol should not be taken if you have ever been addicted to alcoho... (read more)
Author: Jaun Koos
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11. Weight Loss With Acupuncture|Can Acupuncture Help You Lose Weight?
September 18, 2009
In recent years, more and more people are trying out acupuncture to lose weight. Just what is acupuncture? How can acupuncture treatment help you lose weight?
Acupuncture is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and has been around for about 5,000 years. It is the practice of inserting very thin needles to stimulate pathways or meridians in the body to treat many illnesses and diseases especially to relieve pain from chronic disorders.
Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners or TCM physicians claim that acupuncture can help you to lose body fat by making you feel full and s... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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12. The Healing Wonders Of Meditation
September 18, 2009
The use of meditation for healing and spiritual enlightenment has been an ancient practice that is common among the world's great religions and cultures. It is an accepted and proven alternative therapy that is classified under “mind-body medicine.” Through the years, more and more people have found meditation as an effective way to ease chronic pain, improve heart health, relieve stress and anxiety, boost mood and immunity, and resolve pregnancy problems. Even doctors are already prescribing meditation as a way to lower blood pressure; improve exercise performance in people with angina; ... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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13. Lose Weight With Acupuncture
September 18, 2009
Acupuncture is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and has been around for about 5,000 years. It is the practice of inserting very thin needles to stimulate pathways or meridians in the body to treat many illnesses and diseases especially to relieve pain from chronic disorders. The main goal of acupuncture weight loss is to stimulate the patient's digestive system. While acupuncture weight loss uses acupuncture as the main foundation of this process, it is always married with an herb regimen. Acupuncture points in the ear are usually replaced with ear tacks or ear staples.... (read more)
Author: Mathew Anderson
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14. Rosacea Symptoms
September 12, 2009
Rosacea is a progressive disorder. It usually starts out mildly as an intermittent flush across the cheeks. Over time it gets progressively worse. Rosacea symptoms in the early stages come and go but later on they tend to become chronic. Faces of people in the later stages of the disorder take on the appearance of mild sunburn or windburn. Tiny broken blood vessels and bumps may develop. Permanent redness, swelling, and burning sensations often develop. The most advanced stages bring facial disfigurement such as Rhinophyma and Ocular rosacea. Rhinophyma is a form of rosacea that i... (read more)
Author: Rachael Towne
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15. Green means to a clean surrounding
September 06, 2009
Green cleaning is a concept that finds its relevance, today, amidst the hue and cries of growing global warming and population.
As per researches in the field of medicine, long and constant exposure to harmful chemicals, called toxins, has subjected every human being in his/her day to day to a number of possibilities of chronic diseases.
The fact is authenticated by increasing common incidences of dreadful diseases like cancer, allergies, declining immunity and respiratory problems. The research blames constituents like benzene, formaldehyde or formalin and similar solvents for cau... (read more)
Author: Anirban Bhattacharya
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16. Buy ULTRAM Online if You Want to Get Relief of Chronic Pain and Say Good-Bye to All Your Pains
September 09, 2009
Most of us suffer from severe or moderate pain in our life and many people wants to get relief with pain relief medicine and other medications. It is also a truth that most of us may not be forgetting the moments when we fall from the roof, slip in bathroom or got a bee sting or the pain occurred during the birth of a child.
Many people across the world go through from different sort of pain such as chronic pain, acute, back pain, severe pain, muscle pain and other pains. Every one may have realized pain in one form or the other. Sometimes you face back pain or migraine after a whole day ... (read more)
Author: Jhon Murphy
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17. Seeking Nephrology Nurse Employment?
September 03, 2009
Nephrology is a branch of pediatrics and internal medicine that deals with the study functions and maladies of the kidney.This sub-field of internal medicine encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases, including hypertension and electrolyte disturbances and the care provided to those in need of renal replacement therapy, including renal-transplant and dialysis patients. Almost all the diseases affecting the kidney are systematic disorders such as lupus, ANCA vaculities and autoimmune diseases that require special treatment. Every year chronic kidney disease (CKD) avers the liv... (read more)
Author: Lisa Simmons
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18. Some Medicine Used For Sleep Disorders
August 21, 2009
People that suffer from the sleep disorder of chronic insomnia must decide whether or not they are going to take a sleep medication. This decision is usually made with their physician. Many people decide to take a sleeping pill because it offers relief from the symptoms of their sleep disorder and the extreme sleepiness they are always feeling. Taking a pill can improve how they fell and also the quality of their life. However, many people worry about the side effects and health risks that come with taking sleeping pills. Sleeping pills are among the most widely used drugs in the United States... (read more)
Author: Kenneth Shannon
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19. Internal Medicine Careers
August 18, 2009
Someone that works in internal medicine is known as an internist in the medical community. Their job is to provide long term care and nonsurgical treatment, in the office as well as in the hospital, of patients suffering with chronic illnesses. Some internists specialize in specific illnesses like cardiovascular disease, clinical cardiac electrophysiology, endocrinology, and diabetes. They are also trained to assist patients with their overall general health, assist them with substance abuse, and help them with general eye, ear, nose, and mouth problems.
The specific areas of study for in... (read more)
Author: Lisa Simmons
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20. What your Doctor doesn't Know.
August 11, 2009
"Every chronic degenerative disease , like coronary artery disease, cancer, strokes, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's dementia and macular degeneration is the direct result of what we call the "dark site" of oxygen - oxidative stress, in fact, oxidative stress is the leading theory behind the aging process itself. This generation is under greater attack from the pollutants in our air, food and water than any other previous generation.Our stress-filled lifestyle also takes its toll on our health. It is critical that we understand the best defense against developing any of ... (read more)
Author: Adrian Joele
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21. Asthma... *cough*
August 03, 2009
Asthma, a disease of the human respiratory system, which narrows the airways, commonly in response to a "trigger" such as an exposure to an allergen, exercise, cold air, or emotional stress. This narrowing can cause symptoms like shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. Between asthmatic episodes, most people with the condition feel fine.
This disease is a chronic inflammatory condition wherin the airways develop an increased responsiveness to certain stimuli, shown by bronchial hyper-responsiveness, increased mucus production, inflammation, and intermittent airwa... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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22. Empower Your Self to Heal Chronic Illness (Part 2): How to "Feel All Right" NOW!
July 27, 2009
In the previous article in this series* (Who is the “self” in Self Healing?), I addressed one of the most fundamental and empowering, Self healing principles (for those of us with chronic illness); learning how to reconnect with core-Self beyond the superficial qualities typically used to identify “self”. I also provided three exercises for you to practice to set a strong course on your journey to Self healing (at all levels, including the physical).
This article presents yet another empowering skill for you to add to your Self healing toolbox. This practice will take you beyond your ever... (read more)
Author: Malcolm Dayton
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23. Your Acupuncture Clinic - The Importance of being Professional
July 22, 2009
Your Acupuncture Clinic - The Importance of being Professional
Acupuncture is becoming more and more popular in the western hemisphere every day. From it’s origins in the far east several thousand years ago to wide ranging use in the U.K, Ireland, Europe, North America etc. many TCM therapists have watched with interest as the sick and injured masses are left increasingly unhappy by western medicine and so seek an alternative such as Acupuncture.
For this reason it is paramount that when you have finished your many years of study and clinical work and finally take that big step to... (read more)
Author: John Lally
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24. Ovarian Cysts and The Use of Soy Products
July 21, 2009
There is a great confusion about one of the main cause of ovarian cysts. Excess estrogen! Or what we know in alternative medicine as estrogen dominance. Prior to ovulation, there is supposed to be a surge of progesterone to help the egg to be released and at the same time prevent the formation of permanent cysts. When this doesn’t happen, these cysts will grow with every menstrual cycle. The problem becomes chronic. We see health practitioners recommending hormones to shrink these cysts with no attempt in trying to get the body to regulate it’s own hormonal problem. Estrog... (read more)
Author: Louis Cruz
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