Category: Disease
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Chronic Kidney Disease Patients: Pain Management
Problem Description The predominant symptom among patients with late-stage kidney disease is recurrent acute pain. Although pain related to chronic kidney disease (CKD) has a complex etiology, it predisposes patients to depressive disorder, poor quality of life, and lower survival rates (Davison, Koncicki, & Brennan, 2014). The latest statistics indicate that pain prevalence stands at…
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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment in Patients With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Table of Contents Introduction Overview of GERD Treatment Options Osteopathic Techniques in GERD Treatment Patient Response to OMT Conclusion References Introduction Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a concerning chronic disorder of the digestive system with worldwide prevalence and a tendency to affect a growing population. Although GERD rates vary among different countries, it is currently…
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Strategies for Empowerment and Communicable Diseases
Strategies for the Community Health Nurse Empowerment It is necessary to develop and try to introduce appropriate strategies to expand the rights and opportunities of junior medical personnel in clinics and hospitals. In municipalities in the state of Miami, it is possible to organize study rooms for those wishing to receive educational material on a…
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Sickle Cell Disease and Family Involvement
Introduction The purpose of this case study is to provide analysis of sickle cell disease, investigate the involvement of family in making healthcare decisions, and determine the role of grants and FDA regulations in scientific and pharmaceutical advances. Sickle cell disease is considered as one of the most dangerous conditions since the patients diagnosed with…
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Treatment and Care
Additional subjective data The overall picture seems clear; however, there might be a certain need for some additional information. The patient should also say how she feels in the mornings and whether her throat is stronger after eating and heartburns. Additionally, it is also important to get to know whether she suffered from supercooling. Additional…
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Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Disease
Table of Contents Introduction Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Human beings face various diseases directly related to their body system in todays world. The most common one is Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, which attacks the lymphatic system responsible for the germ-fighting immune system in the body (Phillips et al. 1110). Lymphocytes proliferate improperly in non-lymphoma Hodgkins,…
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Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Strategies
Introduction The policy issue under analysis is heart disease and stroke prevention. It analyzes various strategies and methods to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with different heart diseases. The purpose of this analysis is to identify the most efficacious policy strategies that can help prevent heart diseases and strokes, thereby increasing the survivability of patients…
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Heart Diseases in the United States
While some heart diseases are genetic and non-avoidable, others are preventable. These conditions comprise of heart contagion, inherited heart defects, heart valve disease on the heart muscle, and coronary artery disease. The severity of these heart conditions varies depending on age, sex, family history, diet, blood pressure levels, obesity, and physical activities. Often, people hold…
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Effect of Bananas and Other Compounds on Lyme Disease
Table of Contents Are Bananas Beneficial for Lyme Disease? Evidence From The Article Peer-Reviewed Studies References Are Bananas Beneficial for Lyme Disease? The article describes the bioactive compounds in banana and other products that help reduce symptoms of Lyme disease. It mentions the products that contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, oils and probiotics, and the products…
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Heart Disease and Its Causes: Stroke Statistics
This literature review examines what heart disease is and the causes of heart disease. According to a study published in the American Journal of Nursing, the leading cause of heart disease is lifestyle choices (Coffey et al., 2021). Poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking are all major contributing factors to the development of heart…