Types of cough and semantics 5 types of cough and semantics

There are many causes that can lead to coughing, and often result from health problems, in addition to some causes, so the cough can be classified into different types according to their cause.

Coughing is a protective mechanism to clear the airway in the lungs. Coughing can be caused by many respiratory health problems.

Although it is difficult to determine the type of cough when infected, but there are some key differences that can help to know the cause and type of cough.

1. Cough wet
A wet cough reflects sinusitis or lung mucus, usually wet, accompanied by ringing or wheezing, as well as shortness of breath.

Wet coughs are caused by influenza, colds, or bronchitis, and smoking causes wet coughs.

A wet cough usually disappears as the infection ends, but sometimes it can last for a long time, due to several reasons:

Chronic obstructive pulmonary embolism: Chronic obstructive pulmonary embolism leads to wet coughing and difficulty breathing. Frequent respiratory infections and increased phlegm.
Posterior nasal drip: posterior nasal drip can be caused by a sinus infection, or a cold, where mucus drips on the larynx, which increases the wet cough that prevents mucus from moving into the lungs.
Bronchiectasis: Another cause of wet coughing is that mucus accumulates and is difficult to remove from the lungs.
2. Dry cough
Cough that does not contain phlegm, and occurs as a reaction to irritation of the throat, and the multiple causes of dry cough to include:

Asthma: When dry cough occurs with shortness of breath and chest, it may be related to chest allergies and asthma. If the cough is caused by asthma, it will increase at night or during a terrible effort such as exercise.
Gastroesophageal reflux: where the muscle between the diaphragm and the stomach is lax and weak, causing acid reflux from the stomach, irritation of the lining of the esophagus and coughing.
In case of coughing due to acid reflux, it is observed when lying down or after eating.

3 - cough resulting from medicines
Some medicines cause dry cough when taken, this is temporary during the period of taking the drug, but if it is a medicine for chronic disease, only continue dry cough until you stop taking the medicine.

Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for the treatment of hypertension are among the most prominent of these drugs, and cough begins to appear a few days after taking the drug.

In this case, talk to your doctor about replacing the medicine with another that does not cause coughing.

4. Dry cough that turns into damp
The cough can be dry at first, then turn into a wet cough with yellow or green mucus.

This type of cough is often caused by pneumonia.

It is usually accompanied by chills, fever, difficulty breathing and pain when breathing deeply.

In this case, the doctor prescribes an antibiotic to treat the problem, and chicken soup and hot drinks should be taken to relieve the cough.

5. Whooping cough
This is called pertussis because the coughing ends with a rooster, and the cough is severe.

The first symptoms of this type of cough are similar to common colds, which are stuffy and runny nose, eye tears, and fever.

Over time, however, the cough, pain and chest tightness increase during coughing.

People with pertussis suffer from persistent and painful coughing attacks, often affecting children.

Another type is called barking cough. The sound is like a bark. It results from a virus that has swollen the airways and can also affect adults.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Cold winter and cough accompanying phlegm 

Winter is characterized by a festive and warm family atmosphere. On the other hand, colds that lead to coughing with phlegm increase in this chapter. So how do we face this heavy guest?

Winter is characterized by its festive atmosphere and the wonderful times we spend with family and friends. But sometimes unwanted visitors arrive in the form of colds, in which case there is a risk of cough accompanying phlegm.

A cough associated with sputum - or the product of sputum - can cause discomfort by restricting your daily movement. No matter where you are, the most important priority is to find a quick solution. But before you start treating cough associated with phlegm, you must know what it is.

Well, what exactly is a cough associated with phlegm?
Simply put, a cough produced by a phlegm is a wet cough accompanied by sputum or mucus. Do not try to mute the cough associated with phlegm because the lungs need to clean themselves, which is exactly what a cough does.

What are the symptoms of cough associated with phlegm and causes?
If you have difficulty breathing, fever, colds and flu, wheezing and chest pain, you have a cough associated with phlegm, and the cough gets worse when you wake up or talk. Mucosal cough usually occurs as a result of viral infection, bronchitis, pneumonia, smoking and COPD.

How can I treat cough associated with phlegm?
Treatment of cough associated with phlegm begins with relief of chest congestion. If the sputum from the cough is thick and sticky, the cough alone is not enough to get it out, so you need an effective phlegm repellent.It frees your lungs quickly by making the sputum more easy to move.

Is there a way to prevent cough associated with phlegm?
Yes, you can do this by strengthening your immune system, so that coughs and colds are not easy. There are many ways to strengthen your immune system such as: walking daily, maintaining personal hygiene, taking plenty of sleep and most importantly a healthy diet, where you can increase the amount of citrus, fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, spinach and broccoli.

Can cough associated with phlegm become dangerous?
Yes, that is possible. If your cough lasts longer than a week with fever, or if you have persistent chest pain or difficulty breathing, see your doctor. Cough associated with phlegm is a symptom of a pathological injury do not leave it without treatment. The condition can worsen leading to other complications.

So when you have a chest cough associated with phlegm you can treat it with some care and attention.


How can you explain the causes of cough?

the question
I have a severe cough and suffocating accompanied by light mucus and not green for a month continuously, I took pills Amoxicillin (Amoxicillin), codeine (Codeine), Telfast (180) (Allergy) Suffering severe, what should I do?
The answer
A cough is called an acute cough if it lasts for at least three weeks, and chronic cough if it lasts more than this period. Acute cough usually stems from infectious, viral or bacterial causes, upper respiratory tract or lungs chronic cough.
In the smoker, concerns are raised about pulmonary embolism or malignant lung disease. In people who do not smoke, the three common causes of chronic cough are: exudate in the back (nasopharynx) throat (Post nasal Drip), asthma (Asthma), replacement of stomach acid of the esophagus.
A family of antihypertensive drugs called ACE inhibitors (Tritace, Enalapril) can cause a persistent cough as a side effect. Less common causes include heart failure, chronic lung disease, pulmonary embolism and others.
Things to check with a person who has a cough:

 Knowledge of medical history:

1. Is the cough acute or chronic?
2- When did the cough begin, I found symptoms of respiratory infection such as sore throat, catarrh and others?

Is this a seasonal cough? Is there wheezing? If yes the problem is asthma

4. Are there symptoms supporting the secretion in the throat (secretion from the nose, tingling in the throat) or the return of stomach acid to the esophagus (heart burn or the feeling that eating rises up). The absence of these symptoms does not exclude these causes, but their presence enhances the likelihood that they are causing the problem.
5. Is there a fever or phlegm? If yes, the problem may be inflammation or pneumonia.
6 - Does the patient suffer from other diseases or risk factors for diseases: smoking, exposure to the environment, the causes of the risk of AIDS and others.
7. Does the patient take ACE inhibitors (ACE inhibitors)?
Full physical examination includes, pharyngeal, cardiac, lung balance, tests: general blood tests, chest x-ray, lung function examination (to check the likelihood of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in smokers), blood test in sputum, send urine test to laboratory To rule out inflammation, cell sputum examination, more complex tests are performed as needed. Cough treatment:

Treatment is appropriate for the cause of the cough. If the cause is not known and a chronic and inexplicable cough is found, tendency to give therapeutic and diagnostic treatments such as, anti-allergic reactions, nasal spray, asthma treatment, treatment for acid return from the stomach to the esophagus (Gastro esophangeal reflux disorder) Such as Codeine, which is given when we do not know the cause of a cough that disrupts the functioning and life system of the patient. A cough accompanied by a mine does not tend to give codeine because the phlegm can accumulate and interfere with breathing, causing pollution. If your cough persists, refer to your doctor to complete an investigation into these trends.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Protect Yourself From Blood Sugar With Food And Herbs (2/2)

Dr. Mahad Shah

For herbs that lower high blood sugar:

Lupine, garlic, fenugreek, shrimp, lichen, aniola, papaya, onion, red oak, yellow gentian, dill, juniper, horseradish, flax, currant, learners, black seed, cress, coriander.

Tried blends have an effective effect in lowering high blood sugar and may help to heal completely:

First Mix:

The seeds of my circuit are dry (unroasted) ground.
Dry bark of red oak.
Dry ground thermos beans.
One gram of dried garlic.
Add a teaspoon of dry ground fenugreek to half a teaspoon of oak bark and a quarter of a spoon of dried lupine, then stir in half a glass of water and drink in the middle of a meal daily for at least a month. The daily dose of garlic is taken on an empty stomach in the morning. During this, you should continue to measure the level of sugar and see a specialist doctor may need to reduce the dose of insulin and may turn to drugs taken by mouth for another month while continuing to take the mixture of herbs and garlic and then the patient may not need any medication. Healthy nutrition should be maintained and sugar intake should be reduced.

Second Mix:

Bean sprouts or bean sprouts (amount).
Ornamental Herb (5 Ingredients).
The leaves of the birch tree (6 amounts).
Camphor leaves (6 ingredients).
Broom pigment (5 ingredients).
Camel thistle (7 ingredients).
Blueberry leaves (7 ingredients).
Soak a teaspoon of the previous fine herbal mixture in a cup of boiling water for a quarter of an hour and then cool and drain. Then take it half a cup 3 times a day.
Low blood sugar level (Hypoglycemia):

Some people may have low blood sugar. This may be caused by increased insulin secretion from the pancreas gland due to hormonal imbalance or eating a large amount of simple sugars so that blood cells are unable to represent the sugar in a good way. Or due to food insufficiency and genetic factors may have a role.

Signs of low blood sugar:

Extreme tendency to eat sugars.
Severe landing.
a headache.
Dizziness.
Blurring.
Tightness in the chest.
Weakness in the muscles of the legs;
Swelling of the feet.
insomnia.
Heavy sweat during the night.
Pain in all parts of the body.
In severe cases, a nervous disorder and coma with delirium can sometimes lead to death.
Dietary behaviors that help improve low blood sugar:

Diabetics should not contain white rice, potatoes or white flour products such as pasta, biscuits, cakes, etc.
Avoid refined sugars such as soda and sugary fruit juices such as oranges, apples, grapes, plums and plums.
The source of starches should be brown rice and brown flour.
Eat fresh vegetables, especially leafy.
Eat low-fat cheeses, salt, yoghurt and milk.
Eat 6-8 small, close meals in small amounts instead of 3 to overcome hunger.
Herbs that help improve low blood sugar:

There are a few herbs that help regulate low blood sugar and maintain its normal levels, including:

Municipal garlic - Jerusalem artichoke - yeast - gold sweat - flax - dandelion.

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8 important tips to protect you from cancer

Numerous studies and research have shown that your lifestyle has a strong relationship to increase or decrease your chances of developing cancer. Here are top tips for a lifestyle that may protect you from cancer.

There is no magic way to completely prevent cancer, whose development depends on many, some of which are still unknown today.

However, we have compiled the 8 most commonly recognized tips to reduce your chances of developing cancer:

1. Stay away from smoking
Lung cancer kills more men and women than any other cancer in the United States, 28% of all deaths from this disease are linked to lung cancer, the main reason for this is smoking.

Therefore, avoiding smoking greatly reduces the chances of cancer, and if you find it difficult to quit smoking, doctors believe that reducing the amount of cigarettes also has an effective effect.

A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2010 found that smokers who reduced the number of cigarettes from 20 to 10 cigarettes a day, reduced the risk of lung cancer by 27%.

This is an important first step, but do not stop there, but continue until you can stop smoking completely for your health.

What about secondhand smoke?
Another thing about smoking is passive smoking. Even if you don't smoke directly, but you are in areas full of cigarette smoke, you are at risk. Many lung cancers are directly related to secondhand smoke.

It doesn't stop here! There are even other types of cancer that are associated with it as well, such as breast cancer and leukemia which may develop after prolonged exposure to cigarette smoke from others.

2. Maintain a healthy weight
Excess weight is a burden not only on the heart, but also a major risk factor for cancer, with 14% of cancer deaths associated with weight gain.

Doctors recommend maintaining proper weight, not only because of a variety of medical problems associated with obesity, but categorically in order to reduce the risk of cancer.

Overweight has been linked to many types of cancer, such as bladder and esophagus, pancreatic cancer, gallbladder cancer, breast cancer, uterine cancer and kidney cancer.

3 - your mental health first
Stress, stress and even anxiety in everyday life are known to increase the risk of cancer.

There is no scientific evidence that these psychiatric conditions are independent factors for cancer, but people who are nervous always harm their health in general, by:

Increased drinking alcohol.
Smoking.
Overeating.
Use of medicines.
These behaviors increase your risk of cancer, so instead, deal with stress by exercising, meditating and yoga, as well as frequent holidays and psychological support.

4. Proper nutrition
There are different foods that may contribute to the prevention of cancer, especially some types, for example, tomatoes, melons and other foods containing lycopene, these contribute to the prevention of prostate cancer.

Make sure you:

Fill your dish with vegetables and fruits, at least about 14 grams per day.
Avoid processed foods as much as possible.
Focus on: legumes, whole grains, lean meats, fish and low-fat milk.
5 - Stay away from alcohol
When it comes to health, alcohol plays a dual role:

There is ample evidence that consumption of light alcohol, especially red wine, may be beneficial to the heart.
On the other hand, it seems that every alcohol consumption may increase the risk of cancer.
 To prevent cancer, you should know that there is no safe level of alcohol, it is just a matter of dosage.

And if you smoke with alcohol, the risk even doubles.

6. Don't neglect sports
Every form and method of physical activity can prevent many cancers, as studies suggest that exercise may reduce by 30% - 50% the risk of common cancers.

Whatever kind of physical activity you do, the important thing is simply to do so and to make physical activity an integral part of your routine.

7. Family tree is important
Experts recommend looking at family history to better understand the genetic load you carry.If you examine your family history well, you can develop a personal strategy to reduce different cancers and increase the chances of early detection.

The next time you have a family meeting, you can gather information about the health of your relatives and learn a lot of important lessons.

8. Stay in the shadows
To prevent cancer you should minimize direct exposure to sunlight. There is no need for extensive explanation of the sun's damage to the skin and the risk of developing tumors due to prolonged sun exposure.

Be sure to avoid prolonged sun exposure, apply sunscreen, and watch for suspicious moles throughout the body.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Healthy habits to preserve teeth 8 Maintain healthy habits to protect your teeth

Do you want to keep your teeth healthy and safe for longer? It is not difficult to start early, following simple daily habits. Here are eight healthy habits to keep your teeth healthy:

Dreaming of a beautiful and attractive smile! Taking care of the health of your mouth and teeth is the best way to achieve this.

It's not just about brushing your teeth well, but also about a range of daily habits that play an important role in keeping your teeth healthy.

1- Use floss and mouthwash
If you don't clean the teeth properly and use only a toothpaste and toothpaste, this will certainly not help you reduce your risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
Using floss, mouthwash, brush and putty is the best way to ensure that your dental care is correct. Watch video How to use mouthwash!

Make sure to use the mouthwash in particular, along with daily dental cleaning at least twice a day, to ensure that the cleaning process reaches 100% of the oral cavity. This will protect yourself from oral and dental problems, and fight infections of the gums and bad breath, and studies have shown that the use of rinse reduces the accumulation of plaque by 52% more than using a toothbrush and floss only.


2. Use a soft toothbrush
It is usually recommended to use a small brush with soft bristles moistened with water, and stay away from types of dry hard toothbrushes that may cause enamel erosion over time and gum surgery, which may make your teeth weak and yellowish.

Always rinse the toothbrush with lukewarm water to soften it before using.

3 - reduce the discussion, and eating healthy snacks
If you eat 3 meals a day make sure they are low in carbohydrates and simple sugars that may harm your teeth.

Try to avoid as much as possible eating a large number of snacks and discussions during the day, especially high sugar and unhealthy, such as juices and soft drinks.

4- Avoid smoking
Smoking is a bad habit that damages all parts of your body, but it can be one of the most harmful habits that damage your teeth and gums. Smoking reduces blood flow to your mouth, which may increase your chances of getting gum disease and mouth cancer. It also caused the discoloration of the teeth and yellowing, and the occurrence of bad smell. Not only that, but if you receive dental treatment or have oral surgery, smoking can slow the healing process. Read also about.

5- Visit the dentist regularly
People may be afraid to visit the dentist because they are afraid of the pain or injections that may accompany the visit, but if you want to protect yourself from this suffering, you and your children should repeat this visit regularly.

6- Eat gum
We may encourage you to chew chewing gum at least once a day.This means sugar-free chewing gum, which may promote saliva production in your mouth, and reduce its dryness, which may increase the likelihood of germs multiplying in your mouth.

In addition, the results of a recent Japanese study showed that chewing gum may increase vigilance by 10%, by improving blood flow to the brain, in addition to its role in brushing teeth and leftovers and neutralizing acids.

7. Use straw
Of course we do not recommend drinking any of the soft drinks or containing soda that may harm your teeth, but here we will give you another important advice, which is to use straw (lollipop) when eating any of the sour drinks or that may damage the many teeth, such as citrus drinks or Sweetened juices. This will reduce the chances of enamel erosion due to acid, or tooth decay due to sugars.

8. Change the toothbrush constantly
Changing your toothbrush periodically is important in order to maintain oral health in general. Toothbrushes should be changed every 3 months, after which they become ineffective and contaminated.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

The benefits of the plant system and the fact of its risks

The number of vegetarians around the world has increased recently, as they refrain from eating meat and meat products and replace it with plants. Is this for health benefits and what are the risks?

With the proliferation of vegetarians in recent years, many concerns have begun to emerge about its risks and its negative effects on human health, but what is the truth about it?

In general, for a healthy and healthy person, there are no side effects to a vegetarian diet if done properly.

Vegetarians refrain from eating meat, chicken and fish, while vegans do not eat milk, eggs, cheese and all animal products.

Benefits of a vegetarian diet
Here is a summary of the main benefits of a vegetarian diet:

1- Good for heart health
In a scientific study conducted by researchers from Harvard University targeting 200,00 men and women, they found that a vegetarian diet works to promote heart health.

People who ate healthy vegetarian food reduced their risk of heart disease by as much as 25%, while those who ate unhealthy vegetarian foods had a 32% higher risk.

2. Reduced risk of diabetes
A number of different scientific studies have found that people who follow a vegetarian diet are about twice as likely to develop type 2 diabetes than others.

Studies have shown that vegetarians have a regular level of blood sugar, and are less weighty than others.

3- Cancer protection
A vegetarian diet is usually low in saturated fat and high in dietary fiber, which in turn contributes to a lower risk of various cancers.

Different scientific studies have found that eating saturated fat is associated with a higher risk of cancer, and abstinence in the vegetarian diet contributes to the protection of these people.

4. Reduce high blood pressure
Dieticians note that people who do not eat meat have a lower blood pressure level than others.

Studies have also reported that following a vegetarian diet for about two weeks contributes to lowering high blood pressure.

Other health benefits
The health benefits of a vegetarian diet include:

Reduced risk of kidney stones
Protection from osteoporosis
Avoid severe asthma attacks.
But the risk is if the lost minerals and vitamins are not compensated from animal foods and products, whether through plants or supplements.

Risks of vegetarian diet
Having mentioned the benefits of the vegetarian system, some of its risks must also be mentioned:

1 - vegetarian system and hair loss
Many may wonder about the relationship between a vegetarian diet and hair loss.

A new scientific study found that a significant decrease in protein, with a lack of other nutrients and for a long period of time would cause hair loss.

Meat contains zinc, vitamin B and zinc, all of which are essential nutrients for hair growth and strengthening.

2 - Lack of absorption of minerals and nutrients
In contrast, iron can be found in plant foods such as legumes and green leafy vegetables, but they are less absorbed than the animal source.

It is precisely for this reason that it is important for vegetarians to take supplements based on the doctor's instructions and recommendations, in order to compensate for the deficiency and avoid any health problems.

3 - lack of vitamins and minerals
It is important for vegetarians to know the symptoms of a lack of vitamins and minerals necessary for them.

While iron deficiency causes the following symptoms:

Fatigue and dizziness
Dizziness;
Accelerated heartbeat.
Vitamin B group deficiency causes fatigue and loss of balance.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Potassium K
 kalium (K)
Contents of the page
What is the potassium assay K
Warnings
Screening results
Analysis of the results
In this test the concentration of potassium k in the serum is examined. Potassium is the most common cation within cells and plays an important role in maintaining the electrical balance on the cell surface. Potassium is of great importance in the process of communication between different cells in the nervous system and communication between nerves and muscles. It is also important in the process of transporting signals and food from outside the cell into it.

Aldosterone, which causes the release of potassium in the urine when it rises, keeps cation when it is low.

A slight change in level may have very serious consequences: malfunction of the nervous system and muscles and serious disorders of the heart rhythm.

Warnings
Public
Blood bleeding at the site of taking blood (if this occurs, ice should be placed on the area)

During pregnancy:
There are no problems or special effects.

Breast feeding:
There are no problems or special effects.

Children and infants
There are no problems or special effects.

Elderly:
There are no problems or special effects.

Driving:
There are no problems or special effects.

Drugs that affect the result of the examination
These drugs may affect the level of potassium in the blood: blockers (ACE), blockers (B) (Beta blockers), dacton (Aldactone), (slow K).

Drugs that raise the level of potassium: potassium penicillin, glucose.

 Drugs that reduce the level of potassium: diuretics, amphotericin (B) (Amphotericin B), tetracycline (Tetracyclin), insulin (Insulin), Ventolin (Ventolin), Breklin (Bricalin), (Kayexalat).

Hemolysis in the test tube may cause a false increase in the potassium level. It is therefore recommended to use a large needle, not to tighten the rubber around the vein too much, and to send blood to the laboratory immediately after taking it.

Screening results
In men
Sound results:

 3.5 - 5.2meg / L

In women
Sound results:

 3.5 - 5.2meg / L

In children
Sound results:

 3.5 - 5.2meg / L

Analysis of the results
Low level (hypokalemia-Hypokalaemia): Low potassium level usually stems from its loss in urine due to taking diuretic drugs, diarrhea and vomiting, secretions from a gastrointestinal tumor, high level of aldosterone, Cushing's syndrome, or excess consumption of licorice.

 Another rare condition is congenital syndrome causing bouts of hypokalemia and paralysis.

The change in blood acidity may also affect the serum potassium level, because changing the concentration of hydrogen ions leads to a change in the concentration of potassium ions: for example, when the body wants to restore the basal blood to normal, it removes hydrogen ions from cells and in turn enters ions. Potassium into the cells leading to a lack of blood. But in this case the decrease in the amount of potassium in the body is not real, but this lack of potassium in the blood is the result of a change in the concentration of potassium outside the cell and not inside.

High level (Hyperkalemia) may result from tissue destruction, following exposure to muscular mash (Rhabdomyolysis), hemolysis, renal inability to excrete potassium (such as kidney failure), hyperacidosis, Edison's disease, and a rare syndrome called Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis. Not to be confused, as this syndrome may occur with a high or low level of potassium, as well as medications such as aldactone, blockers (slow K), (ACE).

A change in the potassium level may lead to weakness and an arrhythmia (Arrhythmia). A slight change in the potassium level may lead to changes in the electrocardiogram (ECG), so ECGs are used to assess the seriousness of the change in the concentration of cations. After diagnosing a change in the level of potassium the patient must be admitted to the hospital, start treatment and at the same time conduct tests to diagnose the cause of these changes.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Hemoglobin is very low during pregnancy

the question
I am in the 32nd week of pregnancy and my hemoglobin is very low - 10.1, other tests I have made indicate a low value of vitamin B12 - the result is 163, while normal values ​​are 180-635. It should be noted that ferritin, iron and transferrin were within the normal range. Red (MCHC) normal values ​​33-37, what should I do? Should I take B12 supplements? If so which pills / injections are recommended and what is the dosage?
The answer
You suffer from macrocytosis, which is already caused by B12 deficiency. You should also check the level of folic acid, and receive treatment accordingly. See your doctor to prescribe B12 tablets.

Causes of low hemoglobin level

the question
I am 20 years old and I suffer from anemia. About a year ago I joined the army and collapsed during the exercise. I had several tests and found that hemoglobin I have 5.30. I entered the hospital and were given two units of blood. Hemoglobin rose to 9.30 and I was given iron treatment that did not help me and hemoglobin dropped to 7 and in the last period rose to 8.6. This time the treating physician sent me for a more comprehensive examination. Even though they were in the army, they did a lot of useless tests. She was discharged from the army because of anemia. The doctor who sent me for new tests also sent me to check for AIDS. I could not understand precisely why (perhaps because of the blood meal I received and if so explain to me the reason) Another general information question related to this topic: If I have unprotected sexual relations with people who are not AIDS patients and I do not take drugs and did not touch any blood Is it possible to Have you got HIV / AIDS?
The answer
You are offering two topics, I will try to touch both.

a. Anemia - Your condition indicates that you have suffered and are still suffering from severe anemia to the extent that blood units are needed. First, a comprehensive examination is needed to look for the cause of anemia. I think the family doctor is doing it. The most common cause of anemia in your age is iron deficiency anemia. The cause of iron deficiency can be due to lack of food, lack of absorption of iron in the digestive system or severe bleeding. A large and persistent bleeding and also a small iron diet can explain the cause of severe anemia. There are hereditary diseases with simple anemia, for example Thalassemia Minor. It is a genetic disease with a defect in the production of hemoglobin protein. This defect results in red blood cells that produce destruction and cause anemia. If there is a family history of the disease (and if not) it is preferable to examine this, the presence of the disease and also bleeding with a slight increase or a slight iron deficiency can explain the severe anemia you are experiencing. It should be noted that these are the most common causes of anemia in your age and there are many other reasons we can exclude. One of the reasons that it is relatively rare is AIDS (the disease and not the incubation of the virus), the mechanisms that lead to anemia in AIDS are anemia due to chronic disease (due to chronic disease there is an abnormal production of red blood cells), side effects of drugs, bleeding or contamination \ Spinal cord infection. For this reason, she was sent for an HIV test as one of the uncommon (rare) causes that could lead to anemia.

B. AIDS - HIV infection can result from transmission / contact with body fluids. In the past, blood transfusions were a common cause of HIV infection, but today every unit of blood is tested and the risk of HIV transmission from a blood unit is very rare. That is why not every person given a blood unit should undergo an HIV test. Having sexual relations without preventive means, with a person who does not know for certain that he does not carry the virus can lead to infection, for the simple reason that the person with whom you have sexual relations may be unaware of being the custodian of the virus. Only after an examination in which the incubation of the virus is excluded can be said that the probability of infection is very low. Although there is a window period (two weeks to three months) during which the person is the virus host and we can not detect this in laboratory tests. However, if you have had sexual relations without preventive methods, it is preferable to have an HIV test. Of course, it is very preferable to refrain from relationships without preventive means if not fully sure of their incubation status of the virus.

List of diseases and weakness of the anemia due to iron deficiency
Anemia due to iron deficiency

Contents of the page
What is anemia due to iron deficiency
Diagnosis
treatment

Iron deficiency anemia Iron has a vital role for human survival. Iron is a transitional metal that can give and receive electrons, enabling breathing and energy production. Iron is one of the most prevalent elements in nature; however, iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia in the world. The reason for this unexpected phenomenon is the very low solubility of iron found in nature. In order to overcome these difficulties, all living organisms developed materials that function to absorb and store iron in the body.

The total amount of iron, in an adult, ranges from about 2000-3000 mg. The primary iron store is found in erythrocytes, in the form of hemoglobin, which is responsible for transporting oxygen for respiration. The rest of the amount of iron is stored in the liver, spleen and bone marrow, which forms a store of iron when needed, such as after blood loss, or to produce new blood cells. A small amount of iron is present in proteins associated with the energy production process, or in transitions in body fluids, by the transfirin binding that transports iron from one place to another.

Iron is not excreted from the body in the proper position, so there is no need to supply the body with iron from an external source, through food. Contrary to popular belief, iron deficiency is not the result of a lack of food for iron, but a loss of blood. The most common cause of iron deficiency among young women is loss of blood during menstruation. Among adult men and women after menopause, the primary cause of iron deficiency is loss of blood from the digestive tract; only in young children and pregnant women, iron deficiency may develop, due to an unbalanced rapid rate of growth, by absorbing iron with the intestines, not against loss of the blood.

It is because of awareness of this anticipated problem that preventive measures are taken and that iron and iron supplements are supplied to infants and pregnant women as iron supplements.

Diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia
Anemia has many possible causes, so it is wrong to attribute all cases of iron deficiency anemia. For diagnosis, several laboratory tests are required to detect: small red blood cells, low iron level, high transfrin and low Ferritin (protein that stores iron in tissues). Later, the cause of iron deficiency should be clarified, so that the cause is known in infants and pregnant women, the rapid growth rate without adequate supply of iron in food. Among young women, as is well known, the cause is in most cases an improper menstrual blood loss. In other cases, a thorough digestive clarification should be carried out in order to find (detect) diseases associated with blood loss, such as: Ulcer disease in the duodenum, diaphragmatic hernia or cancer. Since blood loss can be the first sign of colon cancer, early diagnosis can contribute to complete recovery through surgery, before the outbreak. Another important cause of iron deficiency is malabsorption, such as celiac disease or atrophic gastritis, which prevents the stomach and small intestine from participating in the absorption of iron and other nutrients.

Treatment of iron deficiency anemia
The most important part in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia is the diagnosis of the disease that led to the emergence of this condition. After the initial disease has been treated or excluded, the status quo is treated by receiving iron. It is generally preferable to take iron orally with a drink or tablets, intravenously, because the first method is easier and safer. Treatment with tablets containing about 50 to 100 mg of iron per day is followed.

May cause larger amounts of iron, stomach pain, constipation or diarrhea, and therefore not recommended. The recovery process is slow, and usually requires continuous treatment for 3 to 6 months. Also, the recovery rate of anemia is slow, and the rate of iron increase does not exceed 1 or 1.5 g hemoglobin per week. You should continue to follow up with your doctor even after treatment has been fully received, to prevent a low concentration of repeated hemoglobin. Follow-up is important, especially in cases of continued blood loss, such as increased menstrual bleeding, or a disease in the intestine that needs to be cured for a long time.

In recent years, intravenous iron infusion devices have been developed efficiently. This treatment is intended for patients whose bodies are unable to absorb iron, or whether oral therapy has not worked. Injectable therapy requires repeated infusion, at a rate of 100 or 200 mg per day, until we reach a total iron total, approximately 2 g.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Milk allergy

Contents of the page
What is milk allergy
Syndrome
Diagnosis
Milk allergy, the most common type of nutrient allergy. When we say milk allergy, we mean cow milk allergy specifically, although milk from other sources may also cause allergy. As is known, cow's milk causes problems for a large number of people, effectively outnumbering milk hypersensitivity.

This type of milk hypersensitivity affects young children and infants in particular. It is believed that 2% of all children suffer from milk hypersensitivity. Milk allergy is manifested by the appearance of the following symptoms: skin rash, shortness of breath, sneezing, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea. The patient may also lose consciousness in some acute cases, or it may be fatal. Not all of these symptoms appear in all children, and their severity varies from person to person, depending on their sensitivity and the amount of milk they eat. Allergies occur when exposed to the causative agent. In general, an allergic reaction occurs within a few minutes and not after several days. The first symptom that may appear, is the feeling of tickles and stings inside the mouth, as it may be in the form of spitting milk or unwilling to take it in infants.

This sensitivity disappears automatically with age in more than 70% of cases. Milk tolerance begins to develop and develop at the age of one to three years, but it is also likely to happen in a more late generation.

The appearance of delayed milk allergy is called milk intolerance, Cow s milk intolerance, Cow s milk allergy type II, Milk induced enteropathy. This allergy also affects children and infants, and also automatically disappears in more than 90% of cases by the age of one year. In these cases, the response to the catalyst occurs even after 48 hours of exposure to cow's milk, the most important characteristic of which is vomiting and diarrhea. Without dyspnea, rash or fatigue, it is not a real risk to life and does not cause death. In infants with such conditions, the skin test result for cow's milk is negative, as is the special blood test. About one third of all infants with type 2 allergies are also allergic to soy milk.

Another phenomenon that can cause confusion and confusion with milk allergy is the phenomenon of lactose intolerance (milk sugar), which is characterized by gas accumulation and abdominal pain. This condition is more prevalent as we age, and it also tends to worsen with age.

Symptoms of milk allergy
Rash, shortness of breath, sneezing, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea; In severe cases, the patient may lose consciousness, or may die.

In cases of milk allergy of the second type, the symptoms of milk allergy are vomiting and diarrhea only. Without dyspnea, rash or fatigue. As well as without the risk or risk of death.

Diagnosis of milk allergy
Milk allergy can be diagnosed depending on the symptoms that may appear, adding a skin test, or a special blood test in milk allergy (depending on the immunoglobulin IgE characteristic of the disease). But the skin test is considered the best examination, due to its accuracy and low costs, and the speed of obtaining results.

In some (rare) cases, when there is a suspicion of allergies, a challenge test can be carried out, i.e., limited amounts of milk and follow-up. Most infants with cow milk allergy also suffer from goat milk and sheep allergy. Most people with this allergy consume vegetarian milk (soy milk).

The skin test for cow's milk in infants with type 2 allergies is usually negative, as is the blood test for milk allergy.

By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

Basic nutrition for women


When we talk about food, men and women are not very different. But, as in many things, women's dietary needs change completely when they reach puberty.

 Adult women usually need to eat fewer calories than men. Does this seem unfair? The reason for this is the composition of the body.

 Women tend to be slimmer and have higher fat ratios than their fellow muscular men.

Because muscles consume more calories to keep them more fat, even when you do no activity, men burn more calories.

The average female needs 1600 to 2000 calories a day to maintain a healthy weight, but you may need a little more if you exercise a lot. When we say "exercise a lot" we mean to participate in an intense sports activity for 60 minutes on most days of the week.

If you exercise so stressful that you cannot even speak a few words during exercise, this is the intense level of activity you intend.

 The second rule of nutrition for women relates to the need for iron in a quantity more than twice the needs of men. Blood that women lose during menstruation every month usually leads to iron deficiency.

Studies have shown that women who suffer from iron deficiency have to do more to do the same amount of physical activity than women who do not suffer from iron deficiency. Therefore, they feel exhausted and unable to do better athletic performance.

The recommended daily intake of iron for women younger than 50 years is 18 mg. Red meat, low-mercury fish and skinless chicken are great sources of iron, and spinach, legumes, lentils and oats are important alternatives, especially for vegetarians.

To increase the amount of iron absorbed by your body, you can mix it with vitamin C. It is as simple as eating a glass of natural orange juice with oats in the morning or adding a slice of broccoli to your dinner.

 Both men and women can benefit from folic acid, which is also associated with its benefits in fighting heart disease and preventing colon cancer. The recommended daily intake of folic acid for men and women is 400 micrograms.

But for pregnant or trying women, the recommended value increases to about 600 micrograms of folic acid. This is because folic acid can significantly reduce the chances of neonatal birth defects.

A new animal study on folic acid suggests that high levels of vitamin B may prevent heart defects caused by alcohol exposure in early pregnancy, a condition known as fetal alcohol syndrome.

 Researchers have not yet applied their findings to humans, but we should not underestimate the importance of women getting enough folic acid before and during pregnancy.

 There are plenty of morning cereals that can supply 100 percent of your daily folic acid requirement, so you can get the amount you need even before noon.

As for dietary supplements and medications, there are possible side effects with improper use of folic acid. Recent studies suggest that excess doses of folic acid may increase the risk of colon and breast cancer.

But there is no risk of natural increase in this vitamin, the type of food you get such as green leafy vegetables, legumes and orange juice. Just avoid excessive consumption of folic acid from abnormal sources such as pills and supplements.

 To learn more about nutrition and how choosing the right foods can improve your quality of life, read more articles on this site.


By Dr Mahad Shah
Ms Productions

10 Surprising benefits of sugar-free gum

The importance and benefits of breakfast

Scientific studies have proven the importance of eating breakfast, because of its many benefits on health and physical and mental activity, what are the benefits of breakfast?

Many people are unaware of the importance of breakfast.

What happens when I don't eat breakfast?
If you wake up in the morning and after many hours of sleep without having breakfast, your body's glucose reserves will run out, so you have to replenish the stock to get energy.

Breakfast improves and accelerates metabolism by about 25%.

Metabolic processes are vital processes that produce energy within the body's cells by destroying nutrients that are digested within the digestive system and converting them into energy.

The metabolic system in the body is highly developed. The frequency of metabolic processes is determined in the morning with breakfast.

In cases where we refrain from eating breakfast, the body then:
He feels nervous and afraid that he will not be fed for several hours to come.
It then reduces the metabolic frequency in order to store everything eaten, and maintains the stock in fatty tissue.
Consequently, those who go out to work without breakfast expose themselves to double damage.

The importance and benefits of breakfast
So for your body health, energy and a good working day, we have some reasons to have breakfast every morning. Breakfast gives you the following:

1- Energy
A healthy and nutritious breakfast is the source of energy needed to perform body functions on a new morning.

Studies show that people who used to start their new day with breakfast are more alert, more focused, have better memory, and have a better mood.

2-Proper intestinal activity
People who are used to breakfast have a healthy bowel activity and suffer less from constipation.

It is recommended to eat healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, soy milk, nuts and others.

If we choose morning cereals as a key ingredient in breakfast, it is preferable to choose high-quality whole grains, especially since these cereals are rich in fiber, which helps to increase the movement and activity of the intestine properly.

3. A more varied diet
People who used to eat breakfast may work all day to eat a variety of foods, thus increasing their consumption of some of the nutrients necessary to maintain their health.

4. Maintaining weight
People who skip breakfast tend to eat more at the next meal and eat more snacks during the day in order to calm their hunger.

Moreover, physiologically, the body tends to store less fat when eating smaller meals and avoiding very long interruptions between meals.

Scientific studies have shown that people who used to eat breakfast have less body weight compared to people who do not eat it.

5. Healthier children
Studies show that children who give up breakfast are more likely to be obese and obese, compared to children who are keen to eat breakfast.

Other studies indicate that children who eat breakfast regularly excel in educational attainment, and have a high ability to solve problems, along with the emergence of a sense of creativity and have a strong memory.

6 - Learn the habits of proper nutrition
It is advised to teach children healthy eating habits at an early age, and to teach them the importance of listening to the body and responding to its physiological needs.

For example, in the morning, we should offer them a variety of healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and more.

7 - timing of breakfast
It is important to provide the body with the energy necessary to carry out daily activities, but we should provide breakfast to meet the needs of the body and a sense of hunger, in general, it is always advised to listen to the body and eat when hungry.

Morning food needs vary from person to person, so you can eat breakfast early or late, or a large amount or small, depending on the physiological needs of each individual.

By Dr Mahad Shah -
Ms Productions

Maintain a healthy lifestyle at the university!

After successfully passing the entrance exams, renting accommodation, you also have to take care of your health. In the following article you will find all the information to maintain a healthy lifestyle during college!

Undergraduate students reach the seats with good physical fitness. But sitting for long periods is devastating and can quickly change your physical condition. Due to the lack of physical activity in the population of the western world, a new term - Exercise Deficit Disorder (EDD) has emerged - reflecting the very poor state of the population where lack of physical activity contributes to many diseases.

A sitting and idle lifestyle (as most college students are expected to develop) is a very important health problem and therefore it is important to find ways to make them more active, not only by doing artificial physical activities, but also by increasing daily activities such as walking to university, cycling Aerobic, climbing stairs, park the car away from the classroom, and anyone traveling by public transport - get off one stop before the final stop. All this for walking at least 10,000 steps a day.

In addition to the great importance of physical activity, it is also important to maintain healthy eating habits, such as those that promote the maintenance of health and healthy body weight and contribute to improving cognitive abilities.

Principles of Nutrition for University Students:
 Make sure to eat breakfast in a healthy lifestyle
Breakfast is the most important during the day. Studies have found that adults who skip breakfast are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes. Likewise, there was a relationship between leaving breakfast and low concentration, low educational attainment, lack of exercise and malnutrition. It also proved that people who left breakfast were hard for them to make up for their body deficiencies and eventually compensated for this by increasing fat consumption.

The nutritious breakfast contains the main food groups which include, among others, specific grains (whole wheat bread and whole grains), low-fat proteins (milk, milk and eggs), vegetables and fruits. It is not recommended to eat cakes, pastries, sweetened cereals, sweetened beverages.This leads to a sharp rise in blood sugar, which then leads to a sharp decline which leads to an inability to concentrate and increase hunger.

 Prepare in advance and avoid fasting during the school day
There is a tendency to buy time, either by leaving breakfast or by not preparing food for the whole day. Failure to prepare in advance leads to unpleasant scenarios, or fasting until you go home and then eat a very large meal, or eat in the cafeteria. Fasting for a few hours has many evil. Fasting causes a decrease in blood sugar levels, after which we feel weak, tired, unable to concentrate, a decrease in the utilization of fatty acids as an energy source, an increase in stress hormones and increased appetite. In this mode it is very difficult to continue to perform optimally within the school day.

It is also not recommended to eat a large meal after a long fasting because the consumption of excess calories at once will weigh on the body systems and contribute to the accumulation of fat in fat tissue. It is important to take care to eat every 3-4 hours, digestion and absorption of food takes about 3-4 hours, hence it after 3 hours of eating sugar levels drop. In order to restore balance it is recommended to eat every such period.

Consume already nutritious foods
It is recommended to arrange food in advance according to the daily program. It is recommended that the food be of high nutritional value and rich in dietary fiber, which contributes to a sense of satiety for a long time. Examples of foods that prefer to eat a sandwich of whole bread, vegetables, fruits, cold salads (Caesar salad, Greek salad, tabbouleh, etc.).

In the cafeteria: in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle, it is recommended to reduce the purchase of food from the cafeteria.The food served in the cafeteria is usually of low nutritional value and high calories and fats, such as: shawarma, processed meat, pastries, desserts, sweetened drinks. If you have already entered the cafeteria, it is recommended to buy salads, sandwiches and yogurt.

Before the exam: In order to maintain concentration for a long period of time during a long exam, it is recommended that the person is in a state of fullness, and eat a nutritious meal about two hours before the exam, and near the beginning and during the intake of available carbohydrates that provide fast energy that helps maintain Attention and focus, such as - dried fruits, fresh fruits and granola carvings. In addition, drinking coffee half an hour before the exam to increase alertness.

The academic study period is an important period in shaping the future of the student, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle during this period will certainly benefit his performance and achievements.
By Dr Mahad Shah-Monday, November 4, 2019
Ms Productions