A few hours after eating, you develop painful abdominal cramps and diarrhea. These are signs of a specific type of irritable bowel disease called ulcerative colitis. This is a disease that is not curable, but may go away on its own. In the meantime, your doctor will offer a number of ways to treat the symptoms so you'll be more comfortable. Here is what you need to know about this painful condition and what help is available.
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Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that is caused by excess pressure on the eye. This pressure occurs when the eye does not properly drain enough intraocular fluid. If increased eye pressure is not treated, this causes damage to the optic nerve which can eventually lead to permanent blindness. There are different types of treatment available for glaucoma, and their level of success depends on the individual and how far the glaucoma has advanced.
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Aging is hard on the body, but for some individuals it can also be hard on the mind. If you've noticed your loved one beginning to display troubling signs of memory loss or loss of basic motor skills, you may want to consider options like home health care.
Signs of Dementia
If your loved one is beginning to show signs of memory loss, you may be wondering whether it's simple forgetfulness or dementia.
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If you have never received an STD test at a free clinic before, don't worry. The staff, nurses, and doctors there are compassionate professionals who have seen and heard just about everything. The most important thing to remember is to be honest about everything they ask you, even if you find the subject matter embarrassing. The following is a guide to tell you what to expect at your visit.
If You Are Having Symptoms
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Having a family member begin to lose his or her hearing can pose a challenge to your relationship, as the person might become withdrawn or even irritable because of the problem. Although getting hearing aids can drastically improve the person's quality of life, many people feel slightly resistant to scheduling an appointment for a hearing test to determine if hearing aids can help them. If you're noticing that the person's hearing isn't up to par, you can provide some gentle coaxing to encourage the family member to visit a hearing specialist and get tested.
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