Quitting smoking is extremely difficult for most people; some have said trying to stop smoking is much more difficult than trying to beat a heroin addiction.  According to statistical information, smoking causes approximately 435,000 deaths or 18.1% of deaths, each year in the United States.  With this data in mind, there are also several other health related reasons why a person should stop smoking.  Within 20 minutes of quitt ...

Neck problems may be a sign of some other underlying health problem Neck pain is a common occurrence in all individuals. It can range from minor sprains to major problems such as tears causing damage to soft tissues in the neck.  Overuse or injury can cause neck problems apart from everyday wear and tear. These problems can occur due to sprains or strains during involvement in recreational events, work-related responsibilities, or doing er ...

What is ischemic colitis? Ischemic colitis is a condition characterized by swelling of certain portions of the colon (large intestine) that arises due to reduced blood supply. Ischemic colitis is generally associated with pain in the lower left abdominal region. The reduction in blood supply to the colon may occur abruptly or occur over a prolonged period of time. Ischemic colitis is noted more commonly in individuals aged above 50 years, while ...

What is water retention? Water retention or edema refers to the abnormal collection of water within the tissues of the body. Also known as fluid retention, water retention is commonly noted as puffiness in the feet, ankles and legs. Water retention is generally observed more often in pregnant women and older adults. However, it can be noted at any age and both in men and women. Water retention may occur to certain physiological conditions such a ...

Antiarrhythmic medicines work in numerous ways to bring the heart to its normal rhythm. These agents are a group of pharmaceuticals that are used to suppress fast rhythms of the heart and are often effective or partially effective in treating most varieties of tachycardias. Tachycardia or tachyarrhythmia can be explained as a heart rhythm in which the heart beats faster than 100 beats per minute. It can be classified into two main types – a ...