What You Need To Know About Cataract Surgery Recovery
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13 December 2016
The National Eye Institute (NEI) reports that more than half of the people living in the United States suffer from cataracts by the time they reach 80 years of age. It is important that this common eye condition is monitored and eventually treated in order to protect your vision. If your ophthalmologist schedules cataract surgery for one or both of your eyes, there are a few things you'll need to know about the recovery process.
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Top 3 Reasons To Visit An Allergy Specialist
Posted on:
28 November 2016
Do you suffer from household or seasonal allergies? Have you talked to your doctor about your allergies, but haven't been able to come up with a solid plan to make your allergies more tolerable? Allergies can be an annoyance at the best of times and an outright nuisance at worst. If your regular doctor hasn't been able to help you very much, it may be time for you to consult with an allergy specialist.
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Tips For Dealing With A Bee Sting
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4 November 2016
A bee sting can be a painful experience that could result in symptoms ranging from a little swelling to a life-threatening allergic reaction. If you are stung by a bee and experience intense itching and redness around the wound accompanied by shortness of breath and dizziness, you may have developed an allergic reaction to the venom and should seek immediate medical treatment.
If you aren't allergic to the venom, you could still experience pain and swelling for hours after the incident, especially if you don't follow proper emergency steps to remedy the situation.
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Arthritic Exercises That Relieve Your Back Pain
Posted on:
21 October 2016
Good posture is a habit you should assume, particularly so when you experience back pain caused by an arthritic condition. If you bend forward in a seated position, you will strain your neck and upper back muscles. Your body needs good balance in a seated position so that you can avoid back pain. You also weaken your pectoral muscles when you bend over while seated. Avoid back pain altogether by simply adopting good posture at all times.
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