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Heart Disease and Depression – How They Relate To Each Other

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Depression, anxiety or stress increases your heart rate which resulted into high blood pressure. Lower level of blood flow to the heart means higher levels of cortisol, a stress hormone in the body. Gradually these effects to heart disease . Sometimes depression and anxiety also develop after heart failure, stroke or heart attack. How to manage stress, anxiety or depression? Heart specialist recommends three key steps to deal with depression, stress or anxiety. 1.  Identify the cause and address it. Feeling depressed at times is normal but if it goes on for weeks or months then you need help. Depression causes loss of interest in activities you once liked or enjoyed. It can cause a variety of emotional and physical issues. These lead to your inability to function properly at work and at home. Seek therapy from heart treatment specialists if necessary. 2.  Choose healthy habits and don't rush it. Simple exercises such as taking a 30 minutes’ walk a day, or even a ...

Do you know what could lead your nose to bleed?

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When your nose bleeds, it can be quite alarming. However, it is important to remember that nosebleeds are common and usually not serious. There are a number of things that can cause nosebleeds, including dry air, allergies, colds, and trauma to the nose. Most nosebleeds can be treated at home with simple self-care measures. If you have a nosebleed, you will likely notice blood coming from one or both nostrils. The blood may be fresh or clotted. Nosebleeds can occur suddenly and without warning, or they may follow a minor injury to the nose. Anterior and posterior nosebleeds are two different types . Anterior nosebleeds account for 90% of all nosebleeds and are more common in children. With an anterior nosebleed, the bleeding originates from the front of the septum, which is the tissue that divides the nostrils. Posterior nosebleeds are less common but tend to be more serious because they originate deeper in the nasal cavity. Most nosebleeds can be treated at home with simple self-care ...

Bone Marrow Transplant: What, When & How?

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A bone marrow transplant is a life-saving procedure for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood cancers. But what exactly is a bone marrow transplant? In this blog post, we will explore the basics of bone marrow transplantation , including what it is, when it’s needed, and how it’s done. We will also touch on the potential risks and side effects associated with the procedure. What is a Bone Marrow Transplant? A bone marrow transplant is a surgical procedure to replace damaged or destroyed cells with healthy bone marrow stem cells. It is the spongy tissue inside your bones where blood cells are made.   Bone marrow stem cells are immature cells that develop into red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. A bone marrow transplant may be used to treat leukemia, lymphoma, and certain types of anemia. What conditions lead to Bone Marrow Transplants?   There are two broad groups of conditions that necessitate a BMT: Cancerous Conditions ●  ...

Total Knee Replacement: Meaning Types and Recovery

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Total knee replacement surgery is a common but major surgical procedure to relieve pain and disability from osteoarthritis. It involves removing a diseased knee joint and replacing it with an artificial joint. The surgery is usually performed when other treatments, such as physical therapy, pain relief medication, and weight loss, have failed to relieve the pain and improve the function of the knee. Total knee replacement surgery is a big decision and should not be taken lightly. This blog post will explore what the surgery entails, the risks involved, and what you can expect in terms of recovery time and results. What is Total Knee Replacement Surgery? Total knee replacement surgery, also known as total knee arthroplasty , is a surgical procedure to replace the damaged or diseased joint surfaces of the knee with artificial joint components. The goal of the surgery is to relieve pain and improve knee function.   The most common reason for having total knee replacement surg...