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Alzheimers Causes

blocks that make up the image of a face fly away symbolizing the loss of memory in alzheimers

Alzheimer's causes tangles and plaques to develop in the brain and destroys the brain's neurons. Scientists are still unsure of the triggers that cause plaques and tangles to occur.

Lung Cancer Symptoms

a lab tech examines samples for lung cancer

Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer-related death in the United States. Lung cancer begins with an uncontrollable amount of cell growth in the lung tissue that can quickly spread to other areas of the body if not treated.

Indigestion Treatments

a man holds his stomach from indigestion

Indigestion (upset stomach) is the generalized term describing discomfort in the abdomen area. There are common symptoms, and signs which might tell a person they have done too much of an activity, and indigestion pain might be kicking in.

Understanding the Shingles Vaccine

a woman getting a shingles vaccine

Shingles is a painful and persistent condition that causes rashes and blisters to develop across a person’s body. Fortunately, it is possible to prevent this frustrating condition with a vaccine known as Zostavax.

Conditions that Require Catheters

a patient who needs a catheter

Certain medical conditions can prevent your bladder from emptying, while others have the opposite effect, in which the bladder is unable to control when it releases urine. Both types of conditions require a catheter.

Urinary Incontinence in Women

Urinary incontinence is more common in women and in men due to the differences in causes. Learn more about this condition and how to manage its symptoms with information in this article.

Incontinence Causes

incontinence can also invole the kidneys as suggested by these urinals

Incontinence can happen to anyone but it mostly affects older women but younger women and men can also experience leakage. Incontinence is the strong urge to urinate during the day and night from an overactive bladder.

Incontinence Treatments

In some cases incontinence treatment may consist only of changes to diet. Behavior management, exercises, and medicines can also help to relieve symptoms.