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Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer
Diagnosis of Breast Cancer
Over 90% of breast lumps are detected by the patient. It is therefore important that at the slightest suspicion arising of SSE, go immediately to your doctor. Despite multiple campaigns is common to find women who are not self-examine regularly, or that they do so inappropriately. Do not hesitate to ask your [...]
Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older people found 65. It is estimated that one in 20 people between 50 and 70 years suffer from this disease. For those older than 85, the number affected is 20 percent, and it is estimated that this figure will increase due to increased life [...]
How do Breast Self Examination?
* Undress to the waist up and stand before the mirror with good lighting. Raise arms over head and carefully inspect both breasts for any abnormalities, such as expulsion of fluid from the nipples, folds, dimples, scaly skin or bumps (balls)
* Put your hands behind your head and press forward. Then press your hands firmly [...]
Sunstroke Symptoms and Prevention
Prevention
Precisely in the Chilean Andes north of Santiago is almost guaranteed sunshine. Requirements for each output are wearing head coverings and protection of lips and sunscreen. If your head is exposed for a long period of time to intense solar radiation, this heat causes dilation of blood vessels, which in turn can cause an inflammation [...]
Classification Of Burns
FIRST GRADE:
Commits the superficial layers of the skin (epidermis). Generally caused by prolonged sun exposure or other forms instantaneously heat (hot items, iron). Characterized by:
· Skin redness
· Burning type pain
· Swelling (edema) moderate
· Dry
SECOND GRADE:
Injury superficial and middle layer of skin (epidermis and dermis). Characterized by:
· Formation of blisters (bullae)
· Severe pain
· Inflammation [...]
Injuries: Care and management of wounds
Here we present some basic concepts that can help manage in a practical and appropriate wounds occur most frequency. We begin by defining who is a wound and the structure is always compromised skin, continue with the classification and management of injuries According to the Handbook of First Aid and Self-care of the Colombian Red [...]
A Little Red Wine to Rejuvenate the Heart
Red wine is a drink loved by many and current research indicate that their components can mean a great help for the body if you drink in moderation.
Red wine, derived from the fermentation of grape color, is rich in antioxidant substances that have already proven their beneficial effects on cardiovascular health, but among those substances [...]
Content of milk with Omega 3 Vitamins and benefits
The Omega 3 enriched milk in the market, although they may vary in composition, broadly incorporate Omega 3 fatty acids in an amount sufficient to provide the benefits it has recognized.
Milks with skim milk containing Omega 3 vitamins, Omega 3 fatty acids (eicosapentaenoic acid: docosahexaenoic acid EPA: DHA-), oleic acid and vitamin E. They combine [...]
Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Signs and symptoms
* Headache, often very strong
* Nausea
* Vomiting
* Weakness
* Dizziness
* Shortness of breath
* Confusion
* Agitation or lethargy
* Dilated pupils
* Collapse and unconsciousness
* Coma
Treatment
Faced with a case of carbon monoxide poisoning is necessary:
* Remove the victim immediately to the area of exposure to carbon monoxide and lead to an outdoor location
* If the person is [...]
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Definition
Carbon monoxide is a toxic gas produced when carbon fuels (gasoline, coal and oil) are burned incompletely. As these fuels are used to operate machinery, cars and heat homes, carbon monoxide released during combustion is a constant danger. Moreover, this gas is odorless and the first effects of inhalation are subtle, which can cause serious [...]