The problem of flat feet in children

children flat feet

The flat foot is one of the reasons that lead parents to consult pediatricians in general. Spurred by painful problems in children or personal experience of the parents during childhood, parents are concerned for this problem and its consequences on the future life of the child and the possible influence of the vertebral column.

children flat feet

Many children across generations have been treated for the problem of the flat feet on the soles of special shoes, surgery to correct the shape of the foot.

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Night eating syndrome

night eating syndrome

The night eating syndrome is a disorder of eating behavior in addition to those already known eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, Orthorexia and bigorexia.

night eating syndrome

At present not known very well the true prevalence of this syndrome, but it is estimated that suffers from a 1 to 3% of the population, and affects between 8 to 27% of obese people.

Night Eating Syndrome is characterized by overeating at night, both at dinner and afterward, even to get up during sleeping hours to eat because it appears the need to eat in abundance or hyperphagia.

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10 points for the control of diabetes

control diabetes

Prevention is the best weapon against any disease, in the case of diabetes an important part of this prevention is related to the daily diet, this is a selection of 10 key points for perfect feeding in the fight against diabetes mellitus.

control diabetes

Controlling the level of glucose in blood
Always prefer low-glycemic foods, avoid simple sugars as far as possible without leading to an absolute prohibition, and choose those that do not contain sugar, like fructose, recommended consumption of whole grains and high fiber foods in general.

Maintain a healthy weight
Excess body fat makes it harder for people with type II diabetes to use its own insulin.

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Fibromyalgia: Yoga may help relieve your symptoms

Fibromyalgia

Yoga is recommended to help alleviate some problems, because within its practice include meditation and movement and gentle stretching.

Fibromyalgia

Today it has been found that Yoga may relieve the symptoms of fibromyalgia, a chronic pain syndrome among other things brings fatigue and chronic fatigue.

A study by the Health and Science University of Oregon in Portland, formed two groups of 25 women each, all diagnosed with fibromyalgia, the members of one group were told they had to take a yoga class two hours, once a week for eight weeks and who were the other group were told to continue their normal routine treatment.

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Osteoporosis, benefits of exercise

osteoporosis

Our body is a perfect natural structure formed by a skeleton which has large number of bones which fulfill different functions, including support, calcium deposition and protector of the viscera.

osteoporosis

Bone is a dynamic tissue types varies according to the forces that must withstand, besides being one of the heavy elements from the body.

The osteoporosis is a disease that affects the whole skeleton bone mass decreased with a progressive deterioration of bone tissue resulting in a weakening of bones often cause fractures.

When you have osteoporosis evidenced a decrease in bone mass and alteration of some body structures.

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Omega 3 for healthy aging

cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease, depression, mood swings, diabetes… these are some of the most common diseases that occur with age. But against these enemies, the Omega 3 presented like authentic very efficient allies. Discovering how these essential fatty acids help to age with good health.

cardiovascular disease

The hopes based on the Omega 3 seem endless. You really can help aging healthily? Still more research is needed, before declaring victory. But, as demonstrated by some of its many benefits. Omega 3 is likely to slow down certain age-related diseases. A small medical revolution can promote longevity of life.

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EDS

EDS

Excessive daytime sleepiness is manifested by a desire of involuntary sleep throughout the day, in a more or less controllable manner. This results in a subjective sense of lack of attention and need to fight to resist the urge to sleep, and to maintain a sufficient level of vigilance when performing various daily activities.

EDS

This is the main symptom of narcolepsy. Unlike insomnia, patients rarely complain of daytime sleepiness. However, significantly affects the quality of life, with a decline in academic performance and professional, and can have serious consequences.

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Treatment of bronchiolitis in children

bronchiolitis in children

The treatment consists of bronchiolitis flushing the airways via the high suction on demand. Then ordinary food, fractionated, ensuring adequate hydration (if not possible, parenteral hydration). Oxygen is the only essential drug in the treatment of bronchiolitis requiring hospitalization. It can be administered by nasal cannula (appropriate to the age of the patient) or mask, does not require humidification.

bronchiolitis in children

If after being inhaled properly, hydrated and oxygenated the child shows no signs of improvement, you will have therapeutic test with bronchodilators beta 2 agonists by inhalation.

This test can be repeated after 20 minutes if no response. If after 2 doses there is no improvement in respiratory rate of circulation or oxygenation is not continued with this medication.

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Asthma: causes, symptoms and consequences

asthma attack

The asthma is a very serious problem because it causes the airways to swell becoming narrower. This leads to symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath or chest tightness, among others. When someone is presented with an asthma attack what is happening is that the muscles surrounding the airways, are in tension so that the coating of these, you end up inflaming.

asthma attack

In people who are very sensitive, these asthma attacks may be caused by allergens. Among those not so, the asthma can be triggered by:

  • Animals (pet dander or fur)
  • Dust
  • Changes in weather (most often cold weather)
  • Chemicals in the air or in food
  • Exercise
  • Mold
  • Pollen
  • Respiratory infections like the common cold
  • Strong emotions (stress)
  • Snuff smoke
  • Aspirin

The majority of people, who suffer from asthma, do not have attacks every day or known when he will. Some are even long periods without suffering them.

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What are styes and how to deal

styes

The Styes are caused by an inflammation of glands located in the bottom of the tabs. When these glands are blocked, fluid builds up and the area becomes inflamed. When inflammation arises not on the basis of the tabs, but rather in the interior of the eyelid (usually the upper one), then also called chalazion.

styes

Usually does not cause any serious complication, although it is very annoying for those who suffer, as the inflamed area is in direct contact with the eye, which is an extremely sensitive area of ​​the body. But, as always, it is best to go to a doctor to guide us on the exact nature of the disease.

What causes styes?
The most common cause of this inflammation is the presence of a bacterium, to proliferate, it clogs the sebaceous glands. Of all bacteria, the most common is the Staphylococcus aureus.

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