Living With Prostate Cancer
A Natural Approach To Health Living With Prostate Cancer I had a question the other day about prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in a man’s prostate gland. The prostate sits just below the bladder. It makes part of the fluid for semen. In young men, the prostate is about the…
Living With Breast Cancer
A Natural Approach To Health Living With Breast Cancer I had a question the other day about breast cancer. This is a topic with very personal meaning to me. I’m a breast cancer survivor, having gone through double mastectomies, chemotherapy, radiation and reconstruction. Breast cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow out of control in one…
Living With Von Willebrand's Disease
A Natural Approach To Health Living With Von Willebrand’s Disease I had a question the other day about von Willebrand’s disease. There are 2 types of von Willebrand’s disease – inherited and acquired. Acquired von Willebrand’s disease is a rare bleeding disorder that might be caused by other medical problems or medicines. It prevents blood…
Living With Difficulty Swallowing
A Natural Approach To Health Living With Difficulty Swallowing I had a question the other day about difficulty swallowing. Difficulty swallowing is also called dysphagia. It’s usually a sign of a problem with your throat or esophagus. Although dysphagia can happen to anyone, it’s most common in older adults, babies, and people who have problems…
Living With Tonsillectomy
A Natural Approach To Health Living With Tonsillectomy I had a question the other day about tonsillectomy. A tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of your tonsils. Your adenoids may or may not be removed at the same time. A general anesthetic is always used to sedate a child having a tonsillectomy. Adults may need only…
Living With Chronic Cough
A Natural Approach To Health Living With Chronic Cough I had a question the other day about chronic cough. A chronic cough is one that never seems to go away. It’s usually a productive cough, which helps clear mucus (sputum) and foreign material from your airways. Mucus can be made in your lungs because of…
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