What is Gout? Gout is a condition that most commonly presenting in men over the age of thirty and is caused by high levels of urate in the blood leading to the deposition of uric acid crystals in soft tissue, joints, and bone. This can lead to acute gout flares characterized by inflammation and arthritis […]
What is Essential Tremor? This is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary shaking of any part of your body. The most commonplace for essential tremors are in the hands. These tremors happen especially while doing simple tasks and can be aggravated by emotional stress or anxiety. These tremors don’t happen while resting. The cause of […]
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder? Generalized anxiety disorder is often described as the feeling of anxiety, concern, apprehension, and worry that is present for most days for a minimum of 6 months. The sense of worry is in regards to a variety of different aspects of one’s life. Generalized anxiety disorder is found to be […]
What is Aspiration Pneumonia? Aspiration pneumonia is a constellation of the inhalation of fluids, food or food products, saliva, stomach acid, or secretions that is aspirated into one’s lungs, otherwise known as the lower respiratory tract. As a result of such products in one’s lungs, bacteria can be entered. In turn, pneumonia can result. Aspiration […]
Why is Fall Prevention important? Preventing falls in the elderly is incredibly important as the risk of falling increases with increasing age and poses a significant risk to the health of an elderly adult. As adults age, decreased in agility, loss of balance and coordination, and worsening vision can all lead to significant fall risk. […]
What is Polyarteritis Nodosa? This condition is characterized by vasculitis, which is an inflammation of small and medium vessels. It is most common between 40-50 years of age. Men are twice more likely to be affected than women. The cause of this condition is not completely known and sometimes is believed to be an autoimmune […]
What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the perception of sound when actual external noise is absent. It is commonly referred to as ringing in the ears but tinnitus can be perceived as buzzing, ringing, or hissing, whistling, swooshing, and clicking. The sound may be high pitched or low pitched and it may be heard in one […]
What is Peripheral Neuropathy? Peripheral neuropathy is a disorder of the nervous system affecting distal nerves, most commonly those of the hands and feet. What are some causes of Peripheral Neuropathy? Diabetes Mellitus Adverse effect of a medication Alcohol abuse Infection HIV End-stage kidney disease Hypothyroidism Vitamin deficiencies such as Vitamin B12 and Folate Lyme […]
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder? Generalized anxiety disorder is often described as the feeling of anxiety, concern, apprehension, and worry that is present for most days for a minimum of 6 months. The sense of worry is in regards to a variety of different aspects of one’s life. Generalized anxiety disorder is found to be […]
What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia is characterized by enlargement of the prostate which is commonly seen in elderly men. Since the bladder is enlarged, it starts pushing on your bladder which leads to urinary related symptoms. This condition is mainly seen in men between 51 and 60 years old. There is a […]