I am researching surgeons and places to have surgery for a tumor that was found in my brain. A few doctors have told me it is best to have "awake surgery," so they can map out the tumor better. I am nervous about this and looking for opinions.
In certain cases it is very helpful to have the patient awake during brain surgery, as it makes it easier to map out certain parts of the brain, to help guide the resection of the mass or tumor. It is very safe, and you are usually sedated enough during most of
End of School Stress
by MPK May 17th, 2011 | Children's Health, Mental Health
For many students, May and June are an exciting time of year. The number of days until school ends and summer begins are counted with great anticipation. Students daydream about days without homework assignments and the hectic pace of the school day. However, before summer begins, teens have responsibilities to handle: year end projects, final exams, summer job hunting. While parents can't (or at least shouldn't) take on these jobs, they can help their teens learn to manage the stress involved with them.
Lisa Greenberg, a psychologist in Madison, New Jersey, offers the following suggetions:
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Lisa Greenberg, a psychologist in Madison, New Jersey, offers the following suggetions:
- Empathize with the stress your teen
You Can Jog – A Woman’s Guide
by Lori Sciame May 16th, 2011 | Exercise, Women's Health
Jogging benefits your overall health in many ways, from reducing the chance you’ll end up with osteoporosis to increasing your stamina. Running can also boost your mood tremendously – remember hearing about “runner’s high?†If you have never exercised in this way before, you need to learn a few basics before you hit the pavement.
Shoes
Make sure you purchase a pair of shoes that fit your foot correctly. Each person has a different type of arch. Some arches are fallen or flat and others are extremely high. Different shoes support these different types of arches. In addition, make sure you
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Shoes
Make sure you purchase a pair of shoes that fit your foot correctly. Each person has a different type of arch. Some arches are fallen or flat and others are extremely high. Different shoes support these different types of arches. In addition, make sure you
Parkinson’s
by Dean Heller MD May 12th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My father has severe Parkinson's, and the medicines that his doctor has him taking are not helping anymore. The medicines just wear off too quickly. Is there anything else that can help?
There has been a treatment that has been used for a number of years called "Deep Brain Stimulation." It can help people that are in your dad's situation, as it improves the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It is very helpful when medicines fail to improve symptoms for too long a time taking the medicine. It is basically like a pacemaker for the brain.
To learn more about Parkinson's, watch
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There has been a treatment that has been used for a number of years called "Deep Brain Stimulation." It can help people that are in your dad's situation, as it improves the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It is very helpful when medicines fail to improve symptoms for too long a time taking the medicine. It is basically like a pacemaker for the brain.
To learn more about Parkinson's, watch
Hiding Vegetables
by Louise May 10th, 2011 | Children's Health, Diet, Nutrition, Vitamins
I love vegetables. Of course, I know that's not the case for everyone. For some reason, there are people who grow up hating vegetables. Personally, I think there was a rotten vegetable they had as a child that made them think all vegetables were bad. How can you not like carrots or bell peppers? Okay, I know that sounds crazy to some people. The reality is that most people would choose a slice of bread or a piece of fruit over a stalk of broccoli or head of cabbage. Yet, vegetables are an
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