According to the new survey conducted by the investigators, “It was found that, eating a piece of chocolate a day will reduce the syndrome of chronic fatigue”.

CFS (Chronic fatigue syndrome) is also named as myalgic encephalomyelitis, which is a situation where there will be tiredness throughout a given period of time like six months etc. People may suffer from symptoms like headaches, very less memory, pain in the muscles etc.

They conducted and evaluated and found out that dark chocolate which has got more polyphenol worked out well than the other type of chocolate which is iso-calorific with low polyphenol.

Both men and women were asked to eat chocolates of dark type with  the age range 52.They were asked to intake about 15 grams of chocolate bar with about 85% coco, 3 times a day with no alterations made in their food habits .

The survey researches used Chalder Fatigue Scale in order to measure the levels of fatigues of the people. The study showed that, no one had any extra gain in their weight even after consuming about 254 calories more for duration of 2 months.

According to the professor Steve Atkin who is endocrinologist from the Hull York Medical school, “As there was a uniform advancement of symptoms with extra coco phenol chocolate than others, it was preferred more among others.”

The study showed that, “there was a high amount of natural compounds called flavones in the dark chocolate, which protected the neuron cells from aerobic stress and strain. But it is quite essential that, we should be on guard, about the chocolate as there should not be any temptation towards it. According to them, as one chocolate was iso-calorific and one polyphenol, it was quite assured that only polyphenol content made the profound changes. Though the effects were discovered among small group of people, the researches need to be applied on large group for better results”.

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X-rays are electromagnetic radiation which is invisible. This high frequency radiation has a wavelength between 10 to 0.01 nanometers at a frequency of 30 PHz to 30 EHz. Due to small wavelength they can easily pass through solid bodies. X-rays were discovered by German physicist, Roentgen in 1895 when he was experimenting with gas discharge tube on electron beams.

X-rays are a great help to doctors for diagnosing patients without any surgery. The most common use of X-rays is for taking images of bones to discover any internal injury. They can be used to detect cavities in teeth, breast cancer and torn ligaments in body.

X-rays are also used in cancer therapy where they are directed towards the cancer cells for killing them preventing the surrounding normal tissues from damage.

Computerized axial tomography is a new technology in medicines. The scans produced with this technique are CAT scans which produce sharp picture of any part of the body. In normal X-ray the body parts are superimposed whereas in CAT scan, with the help of a computer the cross-sectional picture of the particular part is reconstructed. X-rays are carcinogenic, so not recommended frequently for medical purpose. It can develop radiation sickness among patients if exposed for longer periods.

X-rays are also used in investigating paintings, celestial objects and welds. X-ray-crystallography is a research filed in which X-rays are used to take images of individual molecules. They play a major role in quantum mechanics study and cosmology.

Airports are often susceptible to terror attacks. Being light they can penetrate through the materials and baggage easily. The X-ray machine uses dual-energy X-ray system which helps to detect explosives, guns, illegal objects or drugs on airport.

In business and industry sector X-rays are used to find defects in the parts of engines. Cracks in the pipe lines used for oil can be detected with X-rays.

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Bipolar Disorder or manic-depressive disorder is a mental disorder in which a patient suffers abnormal swing in mood and energy level. It disturbs the activity level of an individual and sometimes causes depression. In case of extremity the person may suffer from illusion and hallucination.

The symptoms are severe and differ from person to person. It is a complex task to diagnose Bipolar disorder. It may get confused with unipolar depression. In bipolar disorder a person experiences a manic episode and a depressive episode. In maniac episode he is hyperactive, restless, unstable and overjoyed. In a depressive episode he feels very gloomy, tired, irritable, slow and indecisive.

A person sometimes goes through a mixed state of mind in which he may experience agitation, insomnia and loss of appetite. He may feel very sad at times while enormously thrilled sometimes. He can also be violent and ill-tempered during mood disorder. Besides this, sleeping disorder and behavioural changes also go concurrently. The symptoms are temporary or in some cases remain for a longer period.

This disorder if not treated may worsen the condition of patient. As time passes the frequency and number of episodes may increase. Patient may suffer from societal, personal and professional set back if not diagnosed correctly and early.

For correct diagnosis the patient should be taken to a doctor for physical check-up, dialogue and laboratory tests. Once confirmed that the symptoms are not of any other disease the doctor may refer the case to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist should study the family medical history of the patient and discuss the case with patient’s close relatives prior to any medication.

Patients with bipolar disorder can be treated with mood stabilizers like Lithium, Valproic acid, anticonvulsant lamotrigine, Neurontin, Topamax and Trileptal. Doctors often test different medicines on the patient to find the suitable one before starting the treatment. Preparing daily life chart also helps in keeping the track and treating the illness.

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Clavicle Fracture occurs when there is breakage or injury to the clavicle bone. The clavicle bone or collar bone is present on the top of the chest. It is present at the front part of the shoulders on both the sides. It connects the shoulders to the body. It also plays an important role in protecting the nerves and blood vessels that pass from the neck area to the shoulder region.

There are number of causes of clavicle fracture. During birth, the baby has to pass through the birth canal so chances of clavicle fracture are more due to friction. Sometimes if a person falls with his hand outstretched or the outer part of his shoulder gets hit then it may lead to clavicle fracture. In some cases it is observed that clavicle fracture results due to a direct impact on the bone.

The treatment for clavicle fractures consists of two types. They are non surgical and surgical treatments. In non surgical treatment the fractured part is made to rest with the use of a sling. Along with that painkillers are prescribed. Weekly X-rays are taken and the progress is observed by the doctors. Surgical treatment is necessary when there is open fracture or multiple fractures. For curing the foreshortening of the collarbone at times surgery is required. ORIF is done in a surgery. ORIF is Open Reduction Internal (plate) Fixation. The surgeon fits a steel or titanium plate on the superior part of the bone with the help of screws. After recovery the plate is removed once the fracture is healed.

The healing period of a clavicle fracture is about 12-13 weeks. The health condition and age of patient plays a major role. If the patient is young and healthy he can recover fast and return to the normal routine work. The patient should be given enough rest and activities that would add stress to the injury should be avoided.

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Osteoporosis, the bone disorder is also known as “porous bones”. This disorder is described by the reduction in density of bone and strength that results in bone fracture. This disorder is ordinarily seen in elder ladies. In few cases it may get develop in anyone with chronic disease or hormonal disorder.

Those people who are suffering from osteoporosis also suffer from loss of bone mineral density. The micro architecture is cut-off and the bond proteins get changed. According to WHO or the World Health Organization, it is characterized as density of bone mineral 2.5 deviations less than the peak bone-mass.

If you take a look at a normal bone, it is made up of collagen, protein and calcium that make it healthy and strong. This disorder breaks up the nutrient that causes the bones to fracture easily. A bone fracture here means any kind of breaking like collapsing or cracking like ribs, hips, spine injuries and wrists. Due to this, life of people suffering from this disorder and the life expectancy is seriously affected.

The disease does not develop in a few days or weeks. It actually takes a lot of time or years specifically unless fracture of skeletal. In case there are no visible indications of the disorder, it may go unnoticed. When a person suffers from osteoporosis, he or she may experience severe pain on the location where it is most affected. Apart from this, the disorder shows no sign of symptom that mat tell that one is suffering from it.

But what are the causes of this disorder? Not one but numerous causes are on the list. One is hyperparathyroidism. This may even start at an early age. Apart from this, other cause is over ingestion of dietary protein. Excessive proteins take away calcium from bone and then out of the body via urine.

What is Osteoporosis? is a post from: Universal Ramblings

This is not so common but yes a lot of people have it. There is a misconception that there is a problem in breast feeding for mothers if they have inverted nipple but it is not so. When the baby sucks it they protrude out for a while and then set back inside. f still one does not want to go on with these, then she can get a surgery done in order to get the normal nipples. In the beginning for the new mothers there may be some pain in the nipples when they protrude out on sucking or during pregnancy, but this pain is temporary.

There are no complications in breast feeding with the inverted nipple. Though the surgery is a way to get the nipples to protrude, but this may render the female to destroy her competence to breast feed the baby forever. Another method of protruding the inverted nipple is to get it pierced, the piercing will make it protrude for a short time but the piece of ornament there will prevent it from getting back inside the breast.

But the studies say that there may be side effects of this method too. The best way is to let the body way it is. Inverted nipple is not a disease nor will it lead to any problem. So, let it remain the way it is naturally.

What is inverted nipple? is a post from: Universal Ramblings

Some of the symptoms of degos disease are as follows:

• Development of rashes on the skin is one of the initial symptoms. The pink or red papules measure approximately 2 to 15mm. These develop slowly. Once the rashes heal, you can see scars with white center. The patient may feel itching.
• The patient may develop problems related to digestion, visual impairment and problems related to nervous systems.
• Often the patient feels nauseated, constipated, get cramps in the stomach, diarrhea, vomiting etc.
• Droopy eyelids
• Chest pain
• Weakness
• Short breath

What causes Degos Disease?

The cause of Degos disease is still a mystery. The incidence of the disease is common amongst women, as compared to men. It can affect to a person irrespective of the age. Thankfully, degos is a rare disease.

How Is Degos disease diagnosed?

The rashes of this disease help in diagnoses of the disease. Although there are no direct laboratory tests to determine degos diseases, doctors may decide to do MRI or endoscopy to check gastrointestinal tract or other body parts.

How is degos disease treated?

Till date, the researchers have failed to come up with treating the degos disease. There is neither any treatment available, nor is there remedy to subdue the symptoms. In case you are severely affected by the disease, you should contact gastroenterologists, dermatologists, or ophthalmologists, depending on the symptoms of the disease. In extreme cases, where the patient suffers from gastrointestinal bleeding, then the doctors may recommend surgery.

People affected from this disease are able to lead a normal life.

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The breast cancer makes a person die and many of the Hispanic women die due to the breast cancer. So there is a necessity in organizing the seminars during the breast cancer awareness month. There is an increase in the getting of the breast cancer as the age increases. When a lady is forty plus, she has more chances of getting a breast cancer. Ladies should do regular exercises; have a good and a balanced diet that is rich in nutrients, vitamins, calcium, etc. It is important to avoid alcohol and other intoxicating substances which will brighten up the chances for getting a breast cancer.

Every lady can perform the breast cancer test by herself and then can get clues about whether they have the breast cancer or not. Simple observations like change in the color of the breasts, nipple discharge or any marks on the breast are some of the symptoms of the breast cancer.

In the breast cancer awareness month, the seminars are organized on how to conduct the self test, what are the symptoms of the breast cancer, the severity, the treatment that can be obtained, the side – effects that come along with the breast cancer treatments are generally discussed in these seminars and the programs.

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The Body Magic is designed to truly reshape your lower body. It allows you to redistribute some of your irregularities to a more desirable area. This redistribution becomes more permanent over time. Plus, it reshapes your body instantly. If you need an instant tummy tuck this Garment will do it. The Ardyss Body Magic and Angel Bra will sensationalize your figure by lifting your bust, removing side rolls and flattening your stomach instantly.

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Propofol is a very short-acting drug, and its effects generally wear off in just a few hours. However, propofol may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery for several hours after use. Do not attempt to drive yourself home if you have received propofol for minor outpatient surgery or diagnostic tests.

Avoid alcohol, mood-altering drugs, or any other medicines for at least 24 hours after a dose of propofol, unless approved by your prescriber or health care professional.

Propofol is for injection into a vein. It is given by trained anesthesia professionals in a controlled environment.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Side effects that you should report to your health care professional as soon as possible:

* difficulty breathing, wheezing, swelling of the throat
* fast heartbeat, palpitations
* lightheadedness or fainting spells
* numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
* seizure (convulsion)
* skin rash, flushing (redness), or itching
* swelling or extreme pain at the injection site
* uncontrollable muscle spasm

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

* dizziness
* pain or irritation at the injection site

What is Propofol (Diprivan) prescribed for ? is a post from: Universal Ramblings