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Some recent research suggests that both conditions could be linked: those with epilepsy have more chances of developing schizophrenia and vice versa. Another study also relates the so-called schizophrenia with bipolar disorder. Here we tell you more details on these findings and what are the most visible symptoms of schizophrenia.

Epilepsy and schizophrenia are two words long, it sounds weird and written with E. Both relate to various health problems that are related to the brain. And these are not the only traits that they share: a new study found that, apparently, people with an illness are more likely to suffer another.

In particular, researchers in Taiwan have found that people with epilepsy are nearly eight times more likely to develop schizophrenia than those without diabetes, while those who suffer from schizophrenia are six times more likely to have epilepsy. Read the rest of this entry »

Treatment

Traditional treatment of hemochromatosis is the periodic removal of blood (phlebotomy) as done during blood donation. The blood could be drawn with a frequency of once per week until iron levels decrease to normal. After this procedure, phlebotomy usually needs to be done every two to four months or so to maintain normal blood iron levels. It will monitor your blood count to make sure there’s too much blood is removed, which can lead to anemia. May recommendchanges in your diet and you also may need treatment for specific disorders such asdiabetes.

Another approach to treatment called chelation therapy, whereby a drug called deferoxamine (Desferal) binds to iron, eliminated from the body and thus lower levels of stored iron. However, phlebotomy is so effective and simple chelation therapy is rarely used. Read the rest of this entry »

Diagnosis

Your doctor will ask detailed questions about your medical history, examine you and ask you several tests to measure the amount of iron in blood. It is often recommended a liver biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. In this procedure, you will receive local anesthesia and remove a small portion of tissue from your liver to examine ellaboratorio. Some experts recommend that all adults get tested to measure the amount of iron in the blood as a way to detect this disorder. However, not all experts agree that it is useful.

There are genetic tests available for one of the most common genes associated with this disorder (found in up to 90 percent of people with hemochromatosis) but not all people with this gene have the disease. In people with abnormally high levels of iron in blood and genetic testing positive, liver biopsy may not be necessary. Read the rest of this entry »

Hemochromatosis is a genetic disorder (inherited) in which the gut absorbs too much iron. Excess iron is deposited in tissues and organs, where they can become toxic and cause damage.

Hemochromatosis occurs most commonly in people of northern European descent, especially the Scots, Irish or English and affects up to one in 250 people in the United States. Hemochromatosis is most commonly diagnosed in people between 40 and 60. In women, is usually diagnosed after menopause.

Symptoms

Early symptoms of hemochromatosis vary from person to person and are symptoms that can occur in other conditions, these include: Read the rest of this entry »

Treatment for cirrhosis varies depending on the cause. If it is caused by alcohol, the obvious solution is to stop drinking. If cirrhosis is caused by hepatitis, medications to control the damage.

When there are complications such as swelling in the legs and abdomen, the doctor will recommend a diet low in sodium. If the swelling is too severe, they may need drainage or surgery to relieve pressure.

When liver damage is so severe that it stops working, is used for liver transplantation. This means that you take out your liver and replace it with any person who has died and you have donated, or parts of liver tissue from someone who is still alive. This option however is complicated because it is expensive and donors must be found, which is not always an easy task. Read the rest of this entry »

Alcohol abuse is a major cause of cirrhosis in several countries including the United States. The cause of alcohol-related cirrhosis usually develops after ten years of heavy drinking regularly. What is drinking too much? Simple: in the case of men, 5 or more drinks a day. In women, 3 or more alcoholic drinks a day.

And although this is the most common cause of cirrhosis, is not the only one. Other factors and conditions that may cause liver damage. Among them are:

- Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C.
- Fat that accumulates in the liver as a result of high cholesterol, obesity or diabetes.
- Cystic fibrosis (an inherited disease that causes mucus buildup in the lungs and digestive tract). Read the rest of this entry »

Cirrhosis is a serious condition that causes severe liver damage. If you’re not sure what it is, here you have. The liver is vital and must be alert to this disease by reducing the risk of developing. Take care of your liver! It is crucial for life.

For some reason, most often spoken of cirrhosis in men. Perhaps because one of its main causes is alcoholism, and it is men who tend to use alcohol to try to find out their problems. The time when drinking has serious consequences, but if your chronic abuse causes serious damage to the body. What organ is responsible for detoxifying the body? The liver. What happens when the liver suffers severe damage? Cirrhosis develops.

In liver cirrhosis, scar tissue builds up until the original cells are replaced by scars, and can not work. The liver, in case you do not know, is a large organ that is located at the top right of your abdomen. But is not there for show. Moreover, serves several important functions that keep us alive, as the following: Read the rest of this entry »

For years, doctors have known that increases the incidence of fatal liver cancer, but the cause for this trend is still a mystery. Two recent Mayo Clinic published in the January “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” provide a clearer picture on the increase in hepatocellular carcinoma or liver cancer, a disease that in the past three decades has tripled in the United States and whose survival rate at five years is 10 to 12 percent when detected at advanced stages.

“Studies show that it is important to identify people with risk factors in certain populations to make finding the disease in its early stages, when they are treatable,” says Dr. W. Ray Kim, a specialist in gastroenterology and hepatology and principal investigator of one study. Read the rest of this entry »

We all think that food is good for health and its consumption should not cause any abnormal reaction. But the reality of many people in the world, who are allergic to certain foods. If you want to find out more about what is known as “food allergy”, do not miss this article.

“Ummm! The seafood is delicious! “I always said one of my patients. He loves seafood, especially shrimp, prawns and squid. But one day after a feast of seafood, the poor thing was very wrong. Nausea, vomiting and a sudden and noticed a large swelling in her mouth. She thought something had fallen ill, and the next time he could, again ordered a plate of shrimp. However, the scene was repeated. My patient now known to be allergic to shellfish. The penalty was given, not anything. It was his favorite food.

The case of this patient, is not an isolated case. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in the U.S., about 12 million people in the country, including children and adults, suffer from food allergies or what is known as “food allergy”. Read the rest of this entry »

Treatment

For mild allergic reactions may be used antihistamines, or nasal sprays to relieve symptoms. Talk to your doctor about the best medication for your child.

Severe reactions require prompt medical attention. Epinephrine (usually through the Epipen) can save your life. Even if you use the Epipen, the child needs medical attention, because the symptoms may return once the medication stops acting. Should be instructed to all who care for the child to call 911 or take the child directly to an emergency room. Read the rest of this entry »