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Ear & Nose,Throat : Health & Medical
Thyroid Disease: A Natural/Herbal Perspective
A natural/herbal perspective to treating thyroid disease, presented by practitioner Shasta Tierra, regarding thyroid disease, hypothyroidism, by patient advocate, Mary Shomon.
The Missing Link Between Fibromyalgia And Thyroid Disease
A look at the relationship between hypothyroidism and fibromyalgia, common conditions that both include fatigue, pain and cognitive issues as symptoms, and may share common causes and treatments.
Fibromyalgia & Thyroid Problems
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMSD), approximately 5 million U.S. adults suffer from fibromyalgia and nearly 90 percent are women. Women affected are usually between the ages of 35 and 55, according Medicine Net. Why fibromyalgia occurs is
Perforated Eardrums and Their Role in Hearing Loss
Eardrums play an important role in the hearing mechanism, and when they are damaged, hearing loss can result.
What Are Cryptic Tonsils?
The tonsils are lymphatic pieces of tissue flanking either side of the back of the throat. Rather than having a completely smooth surface, they are pitted. When those pits or holes become enlarged and collect bacteria, the condition is referred to as cryptic tonsils.
Loss of Taste & Smell Due to a Cold
The common cold reduces your senses of taste and smell by blocking nasal passages. These senses return when the cold passes.
What Happens With an Enlarged Thyroid?
The ThyroidThe thyroid regulates, makes and stores hormones that help maintain the heart rate, blood pressure, temperature and metabolism. The hormones produced are essential for human health as they help cell function. The thyroid gland is in the lower part of the neck below the Adam's...
Stem Cell Therapy for Thyroid Issues: A New Frontier
A look at stem cell transplants for thyroid, autoimmune and orthopedic conditions. These autologous adult stem cells transplants use stromal vascular fraction - SVF.
How to Swab the Nose for MRSA
MRSA, also known as methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, is a dangerous infection that can be acquired in the hospital or within the community, according to the Mayo Clinic. MRSA begins as a small pimple and progresses to an abscess (pus collection) that requires incision and drainage. MRSA
Introduction -- Living Well With Hypothyroidism
Original Introduction of the book Living Well With Hypothyroidism: What Your Doctor Doesn't Tell You...That You Need to Know, Revised Edition, published 2005. The book, by patient advocate and thyroid guide Mary Shomon, has been a best-seller with more than 20 printings. The book features holis
Signs and Symptoms of Hypoactive Thyroid Disorder
The signs and symptoms of a hypoactive thyroid disorder, referred to as hypothyroidism, often progress and develop over a time span of several years and can vary in intensity and severity, according to the Mayo Clinic. Inefficient production of thyroid hormones over time, which help to...
The Uses of Bloodroot
Bloodroot has been used in many ways since the early 1800s. Native Americans used bloodroot medicinally, passing their knowledge on to early American settlers. Researchers are also investigating bloodroot as a possible natural, anti-cancer remedy. The plant grows from the Nova Scotia region of Canad
Endocrinologists Misrepresenting Natural Thyroid Drugs
A look at how the endocrinology world continues to present misinformation about natural thyroid drugs, and misrepresent the value of natural desiccated thyroid drugs for hypothyroidism treatment.
Remedy for Nausea Caused by Post Nasal Drip
Post nasal drip occurs when the sinuses create too much mucus, causing a build up in the back of the nose and throat. If it is excessive, it can lead to discomfort, tickling in the throat, spitting of mucus, bad breath and sometimes nausea and vomiting. Caused by colds, allergies or sinus infections
What Is a Perforated Esophagus?
The esophagus is the tube of smooth muscle which moves food from the back of the throat (pharynx) to the stomach. When the esophagus becomes perforated it means that there is a hole in it.
Canaries & Allergies
Despite their small size, canaries can cause a great deal of problems for people who have a canary allergy. People with a canary allergy will probably find themselves allergic to most other birds as well.
Viruses & Sinus Infections
Sinus infections (sinusitis) are commonly caused by virus and bacteria and provide symptoms similar to those involved in a cold or flu. Because of these similarities, sinusitis is often not identified and goes untreated.
Signs & Symptoms of Thyroid Disorder
People can suffer from two main thyroid diseases, hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid produces too much hormone. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid doesn't produce a sufficient amount of hormone. Both have symptoms that can appear before blood tests confir