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Common causes and types of schizophrenia

Common causes and types of schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is the most disturbing of all chronic mental disorders. To compound matters, it has no cure either. However, if detected earlier on and treated properly, one can live an active, productive life and can also be fairly well adjusted to social needs. Properly treated means not only medication but a therapy which is lifelong.
5 common signs of schizophrenia

5 common signs of schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder. It causes periodic, unpredictable flare ups. The exact causes for this disease is not known and there is no known cure for it either. The family, if it decides to look after the patient, has to make some really strong long-term commitment and willingness to sacrifice and bear a lot of inconveniences too.
The early symptoms of schizophrenia

The early symptoms of schizophrenia

A diagnosis of schizophrenia shatters the family as it is a chronic mental condition of great disturbing features, has no cure and has periodic flare ups. The family is subjected to never-ending anxiety, long drawn disturbances, and has to make permanent commitment towards looking after the patient. This needs great endurance and an unending amount of patience.
6 natural treatments for erectile dysfunction

6 natural treatments for erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED), a.k.a. impotence, is said to affect as many as 30 million men in the US alone. The problem occurs when a man cannot maintain or achieve an erection during a sexual encounter. In fact, symptoms might even include a reduced libido. While doctors will get on with surgery, implants, pumps and prescription medications, there are many natural ways to solve this problem.
Common things to know about erectile dysfunction

Common things to know about erectile dysfunction

There are a whole host of conditions which fall under the category of Erectile Dysfunction (ED). It is a condition which can be complete or partial, where the person is not able to maintain an erect penis till orgasm. There are several causes for it: long standing conditions like diabetes or hypertension, the side effects and, more importantly, the medicines taken to manage these conditions.
Enlarged prostate: The signs, symptoms, and treatment

Enlarged prostate: The signs, symptoms, and treatment

Do you have to make annoying trips to the bathroom every night, and more than once or twice? An increase in bathroom runs during the night could be the initial signs of having an enlarged prostate problem. If one cannot sit even on a short plane flight without rushing to the washroom or sit through an entire meeting, then they might be suffering from enlarged prostate, or benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), as the condition is medically known as.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia: The condition, symptoms and complications

Benign prostatic hyperplasia: The condition, symptoms and complications

The problem of an enlarged prostrate, otherwise medically known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or the benign enlargement of the prostate, is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. It is a condition which can greatly affect the way men pass urine. While what causes BPH is not exactly clear, it is normally said to be a part of the aging process in men and is said to be caused by the changes in cell growth and hormonal balance.
Top 4 health risks for men

Top 4 health risks for men

If you’re a man, until you hit your late 30s, health issues are the last thing on your mind. When they do start nagging you, you begin off small; let’s say with an aching back or a knee. However, with age, health concerns shift to bigger problems such as cancer, erectile dysfunction, heart diseases and even dementia, which is on the rise today.
8 skincare do’s and dont’s for men

8 skincare do’s and dont’s for men

Skincare usually doesn’t feature anywhere in men’s health, but it is an equally important part of it. While men don’t need to clock hours in front of the mirror and dab facial products, they certainly need to follow some skin care regimes that will leave them with a fresher, better-looking skin.
Yoga poses to beat erectile dysfunction

Yoga poses to beat erectile dysfunction

Statistics say that close to 52% of the men across the globe have erection-related issues, with around 40% of American men reporting erection difficulties at the shocking age of 40. This is one of the major men’s health issues that needs immediate attention. Sadly, the number could be higher because of the sensitivity of the subject.
How is schizophrenia treated?

How is schizophrenia treated?

Schizophrenia is one of the most disruptive chronic mental disorders. Neither are the causes known nor are there any known cures. It causes untold anxiety and disruption in the family. It is by no means easy for any family to make the needed commitment and pay the required attention to the patient forever.
Seven simple preventive maintenance steps for home gym equipment

Seven simple preventive maintenance steps for home gym equipment

Preventive maintenance helps in saving equipment from running into unexpected faults, whether it’s home gym equipment or something else. Moreover, it helps the equipment to stay in operation for a longer time. This form of maintenance is done when the equipment is still in operation and hasn’t been put on hold.
What to consider when buying a treadmill?

What to consider when buying a treadmill?

Modern living has numerous benefits with technology making tasks simpler and quicker. However, with all this comfort comes a host of problems. Lack of physical activity is one. Today, jobs are largely desk-based, forcing people to spend hours sitting in one position. This causes numerous health problems, not the least of which is a bad back.
Atkins diet for weight loss

Atkins diet for weight loss

Everyone wants to look good and fit in their best pair of jeans. But if you are overweight, it takes a lot of effort to shed those extra pounds. Along with a good workout session, you also need to eat healthy to lose weight effectively. When we talk about eating healthy, many people get confused about what to eat and what to avoid.

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