Defining vertigo can be confusing as many people think of the popular movie title suggesting that it is a fear of heights. What is Vertigo? The proper definition of vertigo is a sensation of movement causing one to feel as if he is spinning or swaying or that the room and things around him are [...]
Migraines can have a serious, negative effect on those who suffer from them. A study of 138 migraine patients was performed so as to compare how their quality of life differed from those in a control group. Study Results Tell About The Challenges of Having Migraines The following facts were revealed about migraine sufferers – [...]
Migraines can be very difficult to deal with as adults, but for children, it can be even more of a challenge. Adults are able to recognize the signs, sometimes even before a migraine begins, and describe in detail to a doctor the pain they are experiencing. Children, however, have a much harder time. It can [...]
Fibromyalgia is certainly difficult to cope with. It ranks 2nd among disabling conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, 1st being arthritis. As many as one out of every 50 people in America has fibromyalgia. In other words, 3 to 6 million of those in the USA have this condition. What are some facts to know about [...]
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) can negatively affect one’s mental health, as well as quality of life. There are very few ways to care for this condition and those that do exist simply work on individual symptoms rather than finding the underlying cause. What's the Cause of Chronic Fatigue? Chronic fatigue remains a mystery among doctors [...]
Sciatica is a very painful condition that causes those suffering to seek out answers to alleviate it as soon as possible. While medication may give some temporary relief, it is important to find out what is causing the pain. By addressing the underlying cause, sciatica pain can be dealt with successfully. This requires seeking the [...]
Sciatica is pain that radiates down the path of the sciatic nerve. This nerve branches from the lower back to the hips and buttocks and down each leg. Only one side of the body is generally only affected. If pressure is being put on the sciatic nerve, sciatica is the end result. What are sciatica [...]
Meniere's disease is made up of a set of symptoms that affect your ability to hear and balance. In Meniere's disease, there is an abnormal buildup of fluid within the inner ear that produces a combination of effects, including these symptoms: Vertigo attacks Tinnitus (buzzing or ringing in the ear) Episodic hearing loss A sensation [...]
When one speaks of vertigo, it is often in reference to a sensation that the person or the things in the environment around him are spinning. This is a clue that there may be a problem originating in the vestibular system – the part of the body that controls balance and coordination. Included in this [...]
Headaches and migraines are certainly not fun to cope with. Most people turn to medication as the first line of defense. Such things at Tylenol, Advil, and aspirin are at the top of the list. Is medication good for migraines? It is important to realize, though, that even if such medications are giving a person [...]
Migraines can certainly sap a person’s strength. It is estimated that as many as 1 in every 10 people suffer from migraines, with women experiencing them more often than men. 1 in every 5 women 25 to 55 years of age get migraines. Migraine Diagnosis Migraines are difficult to diagnose and even harder to care [...]
Most people only know one thing about chronic fatigue syndrome—that patients are really tired all the time, especially after any physical or mental strain. While it is true that tiredness that cannot be relieved with proper rest is one of the identifying marks of chronic fatigue syndrome, it is far from the only symptom. [...]
Fibromyalgia is a devastating medical condition that affects approximately 5 million people in America, with women being diagnosed 7 times more than men. What symptoms accompany fibromyalgia? Widespread pain throughout the entire body Consistent headaches Sleep disorders, including inability to get proper rest Issues with bladder and bowel function Brain fog – lack of mental [...]
Back pain can range from a mild, dull ache to terrible, sudden, and sharp pain. Almost every adult is bound to experience some mild back discomfort at some point. However, there are a few things you can do in order to prevent chronic (and more disabling) back pain. Steps to Prevent Chronic Back Pain Get [...]