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In Bipolar Support Forums > General & Support
"i am upset because of my husband .He has bipolar disorder"
Husband with Bipo... posted in Bipolar Support Group
In Lyme Disease Support Forums > General & Support
"Hello. I'm new here.
I have no idea if I have lyme disease, but the issue has been brought up to me as I have a lot of the symptoms of it.
My story is that I got very ill starting January of 2007. I was somewhat dizzy and not right before January, but it only became really noticeable and bad in January. I was in the ER twice. They did blood tests and told me I was hypothyroid (which I a"
GIRLS AUTISM ON "... posted in ASD Families Support Group
In Panic Attacks Support Forums > General & Support
"Hi Guys,
Welcome to the Panic Attacks support group.
Many of you have asked us to start this group, and we are hoping it would be a new home for you all.
so come in - introduce yourselves, and start helping each other
if you have any ideas how to make this group better, please tell us.
roy"
In NDPH Support Forums > General & Support
"I would love to get your feedback (good and bad) on the group and the site. We are constantly upgrading and improving and act mostly upon user feedback.
Suggestions and ideas too
Thanks,
roy"
Written by grafxbydiane
In Hydrocephalus Support Group
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The term hydrocephalus is derived from the Greek words "hydro" meaning water and "cephalus" meaning head. As the name implies, it is a condition in which the primary characteristic is excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain. Although hydrocephalus was once known as "water on the brain," the "water" is actually cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) — a clear fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The excessive accumulation of CSF results in an abnormal widening of spaces in the brain called ventricles. This widening creates potentially harmful pressure on the tissues of the brain.
The ventricular system is made up of four ventricles connected by narrow passages.. Normally, CSF flows through the ventricles, exits into cisterns (closed spaces that serve as reservoirs) at the base of the brain, bathes the surfaces of the brain and spinal cord, and then reabsorbs into the bloodstream.
CSF has three important life-sustaining functions: 1) to keep the brain tissue buoyant, acting as a cushion or "shock absorber"; 2) to act as the vehicle for delivering nutrients to the brain and removing waste; and 3) to flow between the cranium and spine and compensate for changes in intracranial blood volume (the amount of blood within the brain).
The balance between production and absorption of CSF is critically important. Because CSF is made continuously, medical conditions that block its normal flow or absorption will result in an over-accumulation of CSF. The resulting pressure of the fluid against brain tissue is what causes hydrocephalus.
Written by maryannerarick1
In Irritable Bowel Syndrome Support Group
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The flora that populated our guts are so important to every aspect of our health. Many women don't realize that when they take an antibiotic, especially repeatedly, it can wipe out their bacteria good and the bad. Once the friendly bacteria that help digest your food and protect the gut lining become imbalacned, digestive and immune capabilities are comproimsed, potentially leading to IBS. Certain steroid medications can also disturb floral balance in the gut, as does an overgrowth of yeast such as in the intestines. Both can lead to or worsen IBS.
GI infection. Along the same track, research clearly shows a much higher incidence of IBS following GI infection-twice as high, by some reports. Some women develop IBS after contracting a case of food poisoning or any on of numerous other. Most of these pathogens can be easily treated with herbs or antibiotics once recognized, but resistance in certain bugs is becoming increasingly worrisome, so I generally don't hand out antibiotics to patients complaining of IBS without first sending a stool sample out to be tested.
Food sensitivities/intolerances. Over half of the women I see with irritiable bowel syndrome have unidentified food sensitivities or intolerances. Some of the most common food triggers are wheat, sugar, corn, chocolate, dairy, coffee, tea, citrus fruits. Although food can be complex and change over time, we use sentitive allergy antibody tests and an elimination diet to treat them effectively. Once the problematic foods are discovered and eliminated from the diet, the gut will quiet down and the symptoms of IBS often disappear.
"Written by lostgurl
In Multiple Personalities Support Group
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There are many schools of thought regarding MPD/DID in psychology and psychiatry today. It is no wonder there is such confusion surrounding the disorder considering the massive variance of beliefs regarding it the psych fields today. In this article, I will address some of the contradictions and disbeliefs directed at the mental health phenomenon. *Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist. I am a long time sufferer of MPD and base this article on my opinions gleaned from my research and personal experiences.*
"Written by maryannerarick1
In ADHD Support Group
" The history of personal choice for people with developmental disabilities is brief - just a few decmere blink in the history of mankind!!!"
Written by doubledelightjs
In Alzheimer's Disease Support Group
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I work at an Adult Day Care Center, 75% of the participants are over 70 years old and many of them have alzheimers. There is a poem that we have hanging on the wall that I really like I wanted to share with you.
"Written by MotherofBoys
In Hearing Loss Support Group
"Here is another one of my doctoral degree "Qualifying Exam Questions"."
Written by Drpatty
In Chronic-Intractable Pain Support Group
"How is Your Pain Today?"
Written by stanley
In Panic Attacks Support Group
"Are you having trouble finding effective ways to overcome your fears and anxieties? It can be difficult to find all of the answers in managing your anxieties. The best way to overcome your persistent fears is to find those coping skills that effectively mange the fear and anxiety.
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Written by PanicJoe
In Panic Attacks Support Group
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Social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia is an anxiety form that is clearly related to social situations and fear of other people. This is not like being shy or having stage fright – this is a chronicle fear of social related situations. After all it is perfectly normal to be anxious sometimes, as long as anxiety doe not rule your life.
Social anxiety disorder is set apart from daily nervousness by its severity. It can have physical and emotional symptoms.
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