Health News
When RA Gets Complicated
Rheumatoid arthritis can last a lifetime. As the years pass, the inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis can spread to other organs, causing a variety of health problems. In some cases, the complications of rheumatoid arthritis can be deadly.
Fewer Kids' Meds Prescribed - Except for ADHD
Though the past decade has seen increases in prescription drugs used among adults, the use of doctor-prescribed medications among children has actually declined - with some exceptions.
COPD Fatigue Predicts Hospital Visits
One of the most common symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) is fatigue, or low energy. If you have COPD , telling your doctor how fatigued you are could keep you out of the hospital.
COPD Limits Sex
Having sex can be quite the workout. It can take the wind right out of you. If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ), shortness of breath might be an even bigger problem during sex.
Breathe Easier with Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years. Even though modern science has yet to confirm the usefulness of this ancient medicine, it looks like acupuncture may help patients with a common lung disease.
Dirty Air and Fat Make Asthma Worse
Environmentalists are not the only ones that should be concerned about air pollution. Asthma patients and their doctors also should be worried, as dirty city air may make asthma worse.
A Cystic Fibrosis Therapy not for Kids
Studies show that concentrated saline therapy provides some benefit to adults and older children with cystic fibrosis.
Air Pollution and Asthma Don't Mix
Pregnant moms, listen up: Stay away from areas with high air pollution. It can hurt your growing baby, especially if your child develops asthma.
Asthma Meds Tied to Heart Arrhythmias
A type of inhaled asthma medication appears to slightly increase the risk that children or young adults will develop a potentially deadly heart arrhythmia.
Bacterial Infection Makes COPD Worse
Many diseases are caused by or related to infections. Likewise, infections can worsen almost any disease, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) - one of the most common lung diseases.