Epilepsy is a neurological disorder of the brain in which the electrical system misfires and triggers a convulsion, more commonly called a seizure. An epileptic can have several different kinds of seizures. Some are cause by areas of the brain that are damaged whereas others have no known cause. Seizures may be completely incapacitating, or they may be mild enough to
- Because it's not spoken about as frequently as female breast cancer, male breast cancer often comes as a shock to the men and families affected by the disease. Men develop breast cancer at a much lower rate than women, but certain risk factors, such as gynecomastia, liver disease, and hormonal imbalances, increase a man's odds of developing breast cancer. When male br
- Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen pelvic floor muscles that have been weakened by age, disease, or other common causes. Like many other health treatments, there are a number of myths surrounding these exercises that have left people confused about and/or bypassing a physical therapy that could be very beneficial to them. Here are three common myths about Kege
- Spring is here. Time to prepare for those dreaded allergies. Spring allergies can wreak havoc on your life, making it virtually impossible to function with a clear head – or nose. Luckily, you don't have to suffer. Here are some steps you can take to prepare for the onslaught of allergy season. Schedule an Allergy Test If you haven't had an allergy test yet, you need
- Sunbathers often spend excessive time protecting their skin with sunscreen when outside. However, they may not put sunscreen on their feet. This is a problem that podiatrists have admitted is a severe danger, as skin cancer on the feet can be a problematic and fatal condition. Foot Cancer Is Often Ignored And Fatal Though feet bear the largest burden on a person's bo