Edema

How to prevent Preclampsia?

Preclampsia or toxicemia usually occurs after the 20th weeks of pregnancy. It is characterized by high blood pressure, edema, and protein in the urine. Extreme cases can quickly progress to eclampsia which is a condition in which the blood pressure rises beyond control. This puts the mother and baby at risk of potentially fatal consequences. It affects approximately 200,000 women in the United States each year. Globally, it is the leading cause of infant and maternal death. Preeclampsia can be…

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kilback.lavern

Naturopathy

What are Causes of Water Retention?

Water retention is a common problem that can severely impact the day-to-day activities of those who are affected. Water retention, also known medically as edema, is an accumulation of fluid that leaks into the tissues. Leakage can cause swelling all over the body (generalized or localized swelling), or fluid retention in the abdomen, face, hands, and around the lung. There are many conditions and diseases that can lead to water retention. However, there are also several other causes. Arthritis, which…

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andres30

Rheuma

What are common Psoriatic Arthritis Symptoms?

What is psoriatic arthritis? Psoriatic arthritis can be a form of arthritis that develops in people with psoriasis. The skin is constantly in a state of regeneration and can completely replace itself within a month. The outer layer of skin that is older becomes thinned and then new skin cells develop underneath it. Psoriasis is a condition where the regeneration process happens too quickly. The new skin cells grow faster than normal and the old skin isn't shed as fast.…

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kessler.gordon

Naturopathy

How to prevent Food Allergies?

Protease enzymes can be found in the stomach enzymes as well as the pancreatic enzymes. These enzymes break down proteins that are part of the intestinal barrier's walls. An auto-immune response, also known as inflammation, allergies and food intolerances, can occur if the intestinal barrier is not properly permeabilized. These enzymes include the endopeptidases such as pepsin and cathespines, and the exopeptidases such as the dipeptidases (among others), aminopeptidases (among others), and carboxypeptidases (among others). These enzymes are digestive enzymes…

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