Acromegaly – Causes and Evaluation

June 21, 2013

Excess secretion of growth hormone by your pituitary gland is main cause for acromegaly. Tumor is main reason behind increased secretion of growth hormone by pituitary gland. Pituitary gland secretes…

Acromegaly – Definition and Diagnosis

June 21, 2013

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder where body tissues continue to grow bigger due to excess secretion of growth hormone by pituitary gland. Diagnosis of acromegaly is difficult in the initial…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Lifestyle Changes and Self-Help

June 20, 2013

Lifestyle Changes and Self-Help for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome - Left untreated, AIDS is a process of slow but certain and agonizing death. The most challenging facet of AIDS is dealing…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Prevention and Coping

June 20, 2013

In the absence of any vaccine or permanent cure for AIDS, prevention is the best option. Educate yourself thoroughly about AIDS/HIV and adopt preventive measures to restrict its spread. Being…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Home Remedies and Alternative Therapies

June 20, 2013

AIDS is a debilitating disease. There is no cure for AIDS and no vaccine has been discovered yet, it is essential to take good care of your health. Simple home…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Clinical Trials and Research Studies

June 20, 2013

Clinical research has been continuously going on ever since HIV was identified. It remains the most studied virus. HAART is only a therapy and not a cure for AIDS. A…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Treatments and Medications

June 20, 2013

AIDS or HIV has no cure. If you are doubtful of your exposure to HIV, take post-exposure prophylaxis within 72 hours to stop infection. Doctors prescribe HIV drugs in different…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Diagnostic Tests and Procedures

June 20, 2013

Diagnostic Tests and Procedures for AIDS - Once you are diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, you should undergo different tests to evaluate specific stage of the disease. HIV antigen test is the…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Complications and Risk Factors

June 19, 2013

HIV weakens your immune system leading to possible complications. If you share needles and syringes with infected blood to use intravenous drugs, you could develop HIV-AIDS. STI infections cause open…

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – Signs and Symptoms

June 19, 2013

HIV infection is due to virus, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Normally, people with healthy immune system do not develop these infections. Soon after these initial symptoms go away, you do…