Improving life for those with ‘designer disease’

8:10am Thursday 27th October 2011

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most of us know somebody affected by Parkinson’s — the stereotype is of an ageing relative sitting in the corner quietly and shaking.

about one in 500 people has Parkinson’s; that’s about 120,000 people in the UK including increasingly, younger people. People with Parkinson’s (PWPs) don’t have enough of the chemical dopamine, because some of the nerve cells in their brain have died.

There are various ways of managing the condition, and relieving the symptoms but as yet no cure.

it is often called the designer disease, as the symptoms and how quickly they develop differ dramatically between PWPs.

many have tremors, and/or find it hard to move freely. Muscles become stiff, leading to slowness or even freezing when moving. Tiredness, pain, and depression impact on day-to-day lives, and often simple tasks can progressively become more difficult or impossible.

The national charity, Parkinson’s UK, is committed to finding a cure and improving life for everybody affected by Parkinson’s disease.

it has more than 330 local branches providing information and support, including expert staff and nurses, a website and a free confidential helpline.

it is also a major UK funder of research into finding a cure for Parkinson’s and also for new and better ways to help PWPs to carry on more normal lives, and for longer.

This is where you come in.

On November 27, we are holding a sponsored ‘Oxford Walk’ — a guided 90-minute tour with Visit Oxfordshire, followed by self-paced three-, five-, or eight-mile sponsored routes around Oxford.

to join the walkers or offer sponsorship please email uk or telephone Nick Posford on 0844 225 9845.

we also need a local branch chairperson to replace the long-serving Campbell Ferguson, who will retire by March 2012.

The Oxford and District branch is a vibrant one, with around 150 members, and is in a healthy financial situation, having raised over £90,000 over the last six years.

For a full role description and person specification please email or telephone Martin Tims on 01865 872722.

The new chair should preferably have some experience of Parkinson’s and its effects.

For more about Parkinson’s visit the website parkinsons.org.uk or call thehelpline on 0808 800 0303.

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my husband is having issues. he has had hemmroid problems before. he has never been like he was today, lots of pain in his lower back, stomach, and rectum. he refuses to go to the doctor. hardheaded.

I had colon cancer. My symptoms did not show up until the tumor got quite large. first sign was long periods of pain in the region of what seemed like my stomach which got worse as time went by until it was hurting all night long. next sign was sudden weight loss (4 pounds in one month without trying to lose weight). next symptom was tiredness (low iron because the tumor was bleeding). I could not see blood in my stool but a test I had run detected it. if he's got ongoing pain then he really should be seeing a gastroenterologist. It took me about a year and a half to figure out what was wrong with me after tests. thank God I was persistent because that is what saved me. I had surgery one year ago today, September 5th. I never dreamed I would ever get cancer and I was trying to do all the right things. It will be a huge mistake if he doesn't go to the doctor to find out what is wrong with him. It could cost him his life.

access info.com….for your search, type "symptoms of colon cancer" a list of websites appears, click on any website you choose.

Hello,

It's been more than a month now that I've been having a running nose and a strong cough. These past few days, I've been feeling tired and weak. My ears are also blocked and sometimes have a hard time hearing. What do you guys think about these symptoms? Someone told me it might be chronic cough but not too sure.. anyone have any ideas on what it might be. Thanks

P.S. I have no allergies.

Viruses(common cold) and bacterial infections cause the same symptoms. on the cellular level its all the same. There's something interfering with the cell's regulatory processes.

If you have a cold then you need to support your immune system with vitamin C. the cold will leave your body within 2-3 weeks.

If you still feel sick after 2-3 weeks, ask for an antibiotic. Take the whole course.

If you still feel sick after taking the full course of antibiotic, you may want to look into getting tested for infectious mononucleosis, std's, etc.

You may have developed sinusitis or an ear infection which would explain the tiredness and weakness. the cough can be cause by mucus draining down the back of the throat and irritating the lining of your bronchi. Go to your doc if you are still not better by tomorrow. He may prescribe an antibiotic to combat the infection. better safe than sorry.

It could be bronchitis.. have it checked.. I have your same symptoms but have not been to the docs yet… trying to wait it out….I know eventually it will go away on its own and I really don't want to take any antibiotics for it…

(Go to the doctor and ask him.) I think you are having a longlasting cold

How can we know the difference between symptoms of amnesia and memory lapses and forgetfulness ordinary? Is there a distinction between amnesia and memory problems that we face as we age? while there are some differences there are many things in common.

We’ve all had moments when we forget something or have trouble remembering information. sometimes tiredness or stress can disrupt memory momentarily. The older we get more than attribute it to old age. However, rarely assume that our memory problems or forgetfulness are the signs of amnesia, even if we are living in our retirement years.

So why open up this discussion of the symptoms of amnesia in relation to aging? Is there anything I should be worried in regard to aging and amnesia? The answer may be yes.

As we age, we run the risk of several mental disorders such as Alzheimer’s and dementia. A form of amnesia may actually be a symptom that may occur outside of one of these disorders and encourage us to seek medical help. Know the signs of amnesia may be important to be able to detect it in ourselves or our loved ones.

Amnesia Symptoms differ from lapses of memory and oblivion in different ways. The first difference is that memory lapses or forgetfulness in general tend to be minor or short-lived. we forget that we got to the room to find the keys, but we remember when we got to the door or back to the kitchen. The amnesia is a complete loss of memory in which to forget they even have the keys or they may never remember that we were looking for them. Amnesia of age-related diseases tend to have a more lasting effect on short-term memory. The person begins to forget what just happened or that a particular question. They insist that it never happened or never said when confronted about it.

One of the other signs of amnesia is that certain memories are locked up completely and can not be accessed. although sometimes this is temporary as in the case of stress-related amnesia, when age-related disease is the cause then the loss tends to be permanent.

As they advance in age-related diseases other symptoms of amnesia to be shown is that the person can no longer remember personal or family memories, such as the name of a loved one. The more advanced the disease becomes more long-term memory are lost.

As is the case of more severe forms of amnesia, when age-related diseases affect a large part of the brain, the symptoms of amnesia go so far as to delete the character and identity. The person forgets who they are and their personality will change. They often become depressed or antisocial, and can say that something is wrong but can not determine what exactly. As part of your brain are affected may experience mood swings for no apparent reason, or simply removed.

So while everyone can have memory lapses from time to time, amnesia is a more severe memory impairment. it is important to understand the symptoms of amnesia, as they may be a sign of age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s. if you have problems to remember as we have discussed either in a loved one or yourself, seek medical attention.

Treatment can slow the progression of memory loss or even stop it. certain medications available that can help, however, be sure to ask about side effects. Also people are using natural supplements as increasingly researchers are finding that they can be equally effective in the fight against brain disorders and memory loss as prescription drugs. Seek advice from a medical expert with expertise in natural resources before trying to incorporate into your diet. The earlier fight against a disease related to cognitive age, the better your success.

what are the signs and symptoms of having depression,

please let me know any information that you have….??

mine.. and most commonly are

tiredness,withdraw of people,suicidal thoughts,lack of eating, no energy,feeling sad for no reason,crying, feeling hopeless, sleeping a lot, quiet. more.

Im going to the doctors tomorrow about this but i was wondering if anyone with low blood pressure has symptoms like these:

Constantly lethargic
Lightheaded and dizzy when standing up
Fast heart beat when moving
Tiredness
Pale skin
Trouble breathing
Nearly fainting after having a hot bath

Any help would be appreciated. thanks!

i have all of those symptoms and i do not have low blood pressure. my dr said that its a hormone thingy.

You can get blood pressure levels reading from the doctors, determine whether your blood pressure id normal, go here.

etoolsage.com/converter/Blood…

Thyroid gland releases T3, T4 hormones | Insufficient T3, T4 hormones lead to hypothyroidism

Thyroid gland is situated near the throat in butterfly shape and works under pituitary gland.  it releases T3, T4 hormones and there are two types of problems depending upon the amount of hormones released.  it is identified that if the hormone release is lesser, it called hypothyroidism and when higher it is called hyperthyroidism.  the body system works well if it is normal.

• These hormones increase the basal metabolic rate, producing the proteins, fat, carbohydrates metabolism, blood circulation to heart, and other organs, balancing of body, growth etc.  these hormones will affect the growth of heart and brain in children.

Thyroid gland is important in growth of bones and calcium metabolism.

• Thyroid problems are more in women compared to men.  Worldwide, 1.5 percent men are suffering with the functional problems of thyroid, whereas 75 percent of women are suffering.

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism

Hunger will be there but there will be weight loss. the symptoms like anger, tiredness, nervous speed, shivering of hands and legs, unable to sustain heat, weakness, irritation, loose motions will be seen.

The symptoms of hypothyroidism

The Symptoms like weakness, laziness, feeling cold, even though it is hot, increase in weight, depression, swelling of face, hair loss, dry skin, constipation, and sore throat are seen. the reason for this problem is that there are some antibodies developed in body and do not allow the gland to work.

Diagnosing Thyroid problems

The test of T3, T4 hormone count, thyroid antibodies, thyroid scanning, and ultrasound will be helpful to know the reason for Thyroid problems.

Treatment for Hypothyroidism

In homoeo treatment, the root cause will be studied for thyroid problem and also the patient’s physical, psychological symptoms are analyzed to advise the medicine. Generally Anti-thyroxin, Thyro-Norma, Thyroxin sodium, Eltroxin, Roxin, medicines will give good results.

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Symptoms of depression may vary from person to person. Also symptoms in teenagers are little different than adults.

Mood: Mood of the patient shows the symptoms of depression. People who are victim of depression mostly feel sad or blue. The patient wants to remain alone and feels relaxed in darkness. He/she loses interest in even those activities which are if his interest. he avoids meeting any visitor and restricts his social activities. he may also avoid meeting relatives and friends. he may get irritated over simple matters. Depressed patients also get angry over silly matters.

Appetite and Weight: Weight and appetite also show symptoms of depression. The patient’s appetite increases or decreases abnormally. If his appetite increases than his weight start increasing and if appetite decreases than his weight decreases. Depression patients show noticeable weight gain or weight loss.

Weakness: Fatigue or tiredness is another symptom of depression. People feel very weak and tired without any obvious reasons. Patients feel deprived of energy without doing any hard work.

Thoughts: Feelings towards himself and towards the world change. he may keep feeling guilty and worthless. he may even get suicidal thoughts and may speak to you regarding committing suicide.

Sleep Problems: Depression patients start facing sleep problems. they may wake up at night or find difficulty in sleeping. some patients also show signs of excessive sleeping.

Memory Problem: Patients with depression face memory problems. they forget things easily and are unable to concentrate on anything. School going children with depression symptoms may perform badly in school. they may complain about stomachaches and headaches frequently.

Symptoms in Adolescents: They become less concerned about their lives and don’t bother about their safety. they take risks such as driving with high speed, getting addicted to drugs or alcohol. they also indulge in unprotected sex.

There are various other symptoms of depression such as feeling of hopelessness, helplessness etc. People start feeling that they are burden to others hence they have no right to live; which make them think that they should commit suicide. some people don’t want to be left alone and some patients don’t want to do even smallest task because they think that those tasks are impossible to be done. Depression patients lose their confidence.

You should take depression symptoms seriously and consult doctor regarding it. there are vitamins for depression which can reduce depression symptoms.

Fatigue is the most common of all the Epstein Barr virus symptoms. it can range from mild to debilitating and has been known to linger for many months after the initial EBV infection.

The most important thing you can do for tiredness is rest your body and get a good night’s sleep each night. it is during deep sleep that your body produces growth hormone – your body’s repair hormone.

If you have got through the first week or two of the infection and are still fatigued, then add the following basic supplements: magnesium, B vitamin complex and vitamin C. These nutrients can help strengthen the adrenals and restore your energy and well being. Herbs which may help to calm Epstein Barr virus symptoms like insomnia and anxiety are valerian, skullcap, hops, chamomile and ginseng. St Johns Wort (Hypericum ) is particularly good for fatigue associated with depression.

If you are still tired and are craving sweets then add L-glutamine and chromium – these can help your blood sugar regulation. A high protein diet also helps to minimise blood sugar fluctuations. You should avoid high carbohydrate foods like sugar, processed foods and excess grains. many patients report a vast improvement in their Epstein Barr virus symptoms on this diet.

If your Epstein Barr virus symptoms include paleness and cold extremities it could be that you are low in iron. your doctor should be able to test your iron levels. If you are anaemic then take an easily absorbed form of iron like an iron chelate. it should be taken with specific nutrients like folic acid and vitamins B12, B1 and B6 to help absorption and utilisation.

An under active thyroid gland can produce symptoms that mimic Epstein Barr virus symptoms. Again your doctor can run a blood test for this. If your fatigue is due to an underactive thyroid then L-Tyrosine, Iodine, Zinc, and fish oils may help. These nutrients are involved in optimising your basal metabolic rate.

Ongoing fatigue that does not respond to the above may improve on some liver and gastrointestinal cleansing. A sluggish or congested liver is often the culprit in ongoing Epstein Barr virus symptoms. I give all my patients a herbal gastrointestinal and liver cleanse plus the recommendation to drink half a juiced lemon in warm water on rising in the morning plus at least 2-3 litres of pure water a day. be aware that these detoxification protocols can cause temporary tiredness as toxins are flushed out from your body.

For further information on Epstein Barr virus symptoms and how to treat them naturally please refer to the e-book “Nature’s Amazing Mononucleosis Cures”. If your symptoms persist beyond a few weeks it is worth finding a holistic doctor or naturopath who can run further tests.