Constipation

The overriding problem that influences the newer generation through persuasive advertisement is the fad diet that supposedly promise dramatic results for the user. Young adolescents in our modern society today is directed into the path of having a slim, toned body like those models in magazines or television. To have that ideal body, people are often willing to try anything that promises them to help them lose weight easily. It's this desire to look or feel better or the worries about getting…

iron. Ferrous sulfate 325mg one to three times daily.2 It can take weeks to months for the anemia to subside so it is best to continue to do lab work every few weeks. Important counseling points to the patient would be that iron usually causes constipation and should be taken with vitamin C which increases intestinal absorption of iron. In JJ’s circumstance she would need to be counseled to continue to take her prenatal vitamins after pregnancy in order to keep her iron levels up as the body…

Sophia Hussain Professor Burinskas PSY 219 October 8, 2015 Breast-feed or bottle-feed, that is the question…amongst new mothers that is. It may seem simple but the decision to breast feed versus formula feed babies can be a difficult yet one of the most important decisions a mother can make. Even though there is nothing wrong with giving babies formula milk, breast-feeding should be the number one choice for mothers. Both choices have pros and cons and at the end of the day it’s the decision…

secondary amenorrhea, type 1 diabetes, testicular dysfunction, or vitiligo (USNLM pars. 2-3). Symptoms of the disorder can range from mild to moderate, and can include the desire to eat ice or non-food items, digestive issues (such as diarrhea or constipation), general fatigue or a lack of energy, increase ease of light-headedness, reduced appetite, pale skin, difficulty concentrating, shortness of breath, and bleeding gums or swollen areas in mouths. Basic exams and tests which are commonly…

Have you seen Khloe Kardashian new banging body? A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! that is the truth. She looks better than ever. Along with 5 days a week training routine, she credits her tiny waist to waist training. Her sisters Kim, Kourtney and Kylie have all been seen spreading the Waist trainer gospel. Actress Jessica Alba, Brooke Burke-Charvet, Snooki, Amber rose,Kim Zolciak have all given props to the waist trainer for giving them back their tiny waist post baby. The Good. Waist training is a worthy…

The Ethics of Genetic Engineering (rough draft) With the rapid expansion of science over the past century, mankind is able to perform tasks thought of thousands of years ago as the work of the supernatural. One such ability is the ability to change the very foundation of an organism, the fiber of our being, DNA. The ability to change the very core of what makes us who we are is an immense power, and no doubt a center for controversy. In this essay, I will cover the ethics of genetically…

The integumentary system consists of the skin, hair, nails, and exocrine glands (Taylor, 2015). The skin is also important in maintaining body water levels and preventing water loss into the environment. Serious levels of dehydration can be reflected in reduced skin turgor that is displayed by tenting of the skin as a flag for dehydration (Popkin, D’Anci & Rosenberg, 2010). The body’s core temperature is usually between 36-37 0C. The core temperature is balanced by heat gains and losses, the…

Discussion Pain is a major concern among most patients with cancer and pain management is an integral component in the inclusive management of cancer. Screening, assessment, treatments, and follow-ups are all part of evidence-based management, and overall patient outcome and satisfaction are realized (Sheung-Tak et al. 2017). Screening entails verifying the presence of pain while assessment determines the intensity. Etiology and functional impairment are all aspects that are emphasized by…

Throughout my life I have watched people around me set good examples and bad examples. A bad example would be the consumption of marijuana. What I didn’t know was that that whenever I too an aspirin or an advil I was setting just as bad of an example. Did you know that advil contains NSAID which can cause stomach bleeding?!! Ya, me neither, but did you know marijuana can kill certain cancer cells and shrink tumors? There is much for you to learn about the complicated world of medicine, so please…

Caffeine is something that some people consume everyday. Whether it is from coffee, soda, or various energy drinks, and supplements. This has an affect on the human body that is not often thought about. Teenagers in particular are very likely to use caffeinated items to get through their days and use them for extracurricular activities. There is also a large amount of people that as of lately have been using energy drinks with alcohol. It is even stated on energy drink products not to…