Tapeworms can get into the intestines of nearly all mammals, as well as humans. They might be as long as 50 feet and survive for 20 years. Sometimes a person might not be aware that they are infested because they don’t notice any symptoms. Many times, however, vomiting, nausea, appetite loss and weakness are symptoms people may have. Read the rest of this entry »

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Other NSAIDs

Over 20 different compounds have been developed to perform the beneficial functions of aspirin without some of the negative side effects. Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) and Naproxen (Naprosyn) fall into this category. They are used to treat pain, swelling and fever, but have fewer side effects on platelet aggregation and clotting. In addition, some of the aspirin derivatives have been modified so they have an extended duration of effectiveness. Read the rest of this entry »

At one time or another we’ve all reached for a pain reliever like acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin), or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Here is a look at each, why they are different and how they work.
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Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that can cause the rib cage to loose its steadiness. Scoliosis is fairly common, affecting about 23 out of 1,000 persons and is seen more often in girls than boys. It’s found most often in the early teen years when there is a fast-growing period. Read the rest of this entry »

We cannot help but think about the possibility of slowing down the process of aging when its telltale signs start to show up. While many firms will insist that their treatments can reverse the process of aging, it obviously is impossible, not to mention that some treatments are totally useless.
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Taking antidepressants along with participating in psychotherapy, can be used effectively for treating depression in many people. The condition of depression is characterized by intense feelings of hopelessness that can endure for weeks or months, interfering with daily life with its emotional and physical effects. People have referred to it as the second most disabling condition in the western world. Read the rest of this entry »

Gracing the cover of September’s Elle, Sarah Jessica Parker is radiant. Blonde hair bobbed and eyes gleaming, she smiles broadly at the camera while her stomach protrudes tellingly from underneath a vintage-inspired pink frock. What’s she so effusively happy about? It seems that for the first time, Sarah Jessica Parker’s entire life has come together with perfect resonance.
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