Chelation therapy is the method that is used to remove toxic heavy metals. The heavy metals that this is most commonly associated with are mercury, lead and arsenic. There are of course approved as well as alternative methods of chelation therapy. The ones that are approved involve the use of dimercaptosuccinic acid. This is the primary item that is used in the removal of these heavy metals from an individual’s bloodstream.

In essence it works as a filter to help remove these harmful toxins from the bloodstream of the person who is affected. There are of course other items that are in use as chelating agents as well. Each of these will have different results based on the metals that they are used to treat. It is not always a successful method for treating the toxins that are in one’s system; however it is a method that has met success in the past.

The alternative medicine methods are also believed to be useful, but are not approved by any organization as far as medicine is concerned. The item most widely believed to be effective as a chelating agent is cilantro. It is believed to aid with heart disease as well as the removal of lead, arsenic and mercury.

One of the most common types of anemia, especially in women, is iron deficiency anemia, a condition in which your body does not have a healthy supply of red blood cells, used to carry oxygen throughout your body. People with iron deficiency syndrome often feel tired and look pale through this lack of sufficient oxygen circulation.
As the name itself tells you, this type of anemia is caused by insufficient iron in your body. Iron is an important element, as it is used to make hemoglobin, which is used within red blood cells to carry oxygen so that the cell can circulate oxygen throughout the entire body. Without sufficient hemoglobin your red blood cells cannot carry sufficient oxygen. This leads to effects such as fatigue, paleness, weakness, lightheadedness, headaches, menstrual problems and even cold hands or feet. It can even lead to experience with restless leg syndrome.
Iron deficiency anemia can be developed several different ways. Sometimes this lack of iron is caused by bleeding, but more often it is the result of a diet low in iron. In some cases, however, the problem is not that you the food you eat is low in iron, but that your body does not absorb all the iron from what food is consumed. When your body does not take iron from the foods you eat it is usually due to a small intestine problem and should be looked at by a doctor.
Iron deficiency anemia is not life threatening and easily treated by an iron supplement which can be bought without a prescription. Most cases of iron deficiency is caught during a routine check up and treated by these supplements, which must be taken continuously for a few months while the iron is built up inside your body. If it is due to a problem with your body, blood work is usually administered to look for intestinal diseases such as regional enteritis or celiac disease.

Neuropathy is defined as any disease affecting the peripheral nervous system. More than twenty million Americans suffer from neuropathy. It is most commonly associated with diabetes, since sixty percent of those with high sugar counts are diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy. The disease is also caused by malnutrition, trauma to the nerves, tumor growth, or infections.

The most common symptom associated with neuropathy is the loss of feeling in an area of the body. In diabetics, the first loss of sensation generally occurs in the feet. With other forms of neuropathy, symptoms can include an inability to maintain balance, painful tingling, and even loss of function in internal organs, such as the lungs or kidneys.

Peripheral neuropathy can be detected through several tests, including an electrocardiogram, spinal tap, or nerve or muscle biopsies. Once diagnosed, the success of treatment of neuropathy depends entirely on its root cause. For those with diabetes, effective regulation of blood sugar can reduce the symptoms of the peripheral neuropathy. Physical therapy is often helpful to those with neuropathy caused by trauma. It’s important to get a diagnosis of neuropathy early, since the efficacy of treatment significantly reduces with the passing of time.

Home treatment for neuropathy includes careful monthly inspection of the feet for loss of feeling, wearing comfortable, well-fitted shoes, and taking painkillers like aspirin or ibuprofen for the pain. By planning with a doctor, peripheral neuropathy can be managed and possibly even cured.

Acid reflux happens when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, causing mild to severe heartburn and sometimes pain. There are several different ways to treat this condition.

Making simple dietary changes may be enough for those with mild reflux symptoms. Foods such as chocolate, tomatoes and tomato products, coffee, citrus fruits, and alcohol are frequent causes. Simply eliminating these foods may ease reflux symptoms. Over the counter antacids may help in mild cases. Quitting smoking can help as well.

For those with more severe acid reflux, medication may be necessary. Histamine2 receptor antagonists such as prescription medications like over the counter Tagamet, Pepcid, or Zantac suppress acid and are often used as treatment when changes in lifestyle don’t work. Proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec and Prevacid may be tried. These work by decreasing the production of acid. However, when these medications are stopped, symptoms often recur, so long term treatment may be necessary.

In long term or especially severe cases surgery may be required. Radiofrequency treatment, done on an outpatient basis, works by improving the thickness of the muscle wall and increases pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter. Another possible surgical treatment is Fundoplication surgery. This involves wrapping the upper curve of the stomach around the esophagus and sewing it into place. This stops stomach acid from backing up into the esophagus. Even after these procedures, acid reflux can still occur, though it usually will not be as severe.

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