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General Medicine is the broadest of all Health & Wellness topics, and for good reason. Here you will find authoritative articles on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of a huge range of disorders affecting every part of the body – from cancer to diabetes, from asthma to chronic fatigue syndrome, from acne to Alzheimer's disease. Health education is covered here too, together with advice on first aid, coping with chronic illness and vaccinations.

Whatever your interest in health care, General Medicine is the place to come for information, insight and good sense.

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DISCLAIMER: All General Medicine content is intended to satisfy your curiosity about medical topics. It is not a substitute for seeking attention from a physician.


Feature Writer Articles in General Medicine

Obstructive, Central and Complex Sleep Apnea
Sleep apneas are sleeping disorders that lead to excessive snoring, daytime sleepiness and unrefreshing sleep. Breathing interruptions during sleep are the cause.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Symptoms and Treatment
Obstructive sleep apnea causes lack of sleep at night, with symptoms of snoring and daytime tiredness. Following a sleep study, treatment can alleviate these problems.
Advice on How to Stop Snoring
Snoring is a common sleeping disorder, but when excessive, sleep deprivation and tiredness can cause problems for the snorer, his or her partner and their relationship.
Liver Diseases and Complications
Liver disease can be acute, chronic, mild or severe. This article explains some of the more common hepatic problems, including alcoholic liver disease and hepatitis.
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Unlike viral hepatitis, autoimmune hepatitis is caused by the body's own immune system. The damage can lead to cirrhosis, but can be treated with immunosuppressant drugs.


Contributing Articles in General Medicine

Gential Herpes and Genital Wart Infections
Sexually Transmitted Infections are on the increase, here is some information on how to recognise and treat Genital Herpes and Genital Warts.
Proper Hand Washing Techique
Washing your hands seems like the simplest of daily tasks, however, people often don't do it in such a way as to prevent getting - or spreading- germs.
How to Prepare to Quit Smoking
Many say that quitting smoking is the most difficult thing they've ever done. But with the right mindset, you can make the long road to success a little shorter.
Lyme Disease
Knowing the symptoms of Lyme disease is essential to health, as the severity of the disease of relies heavily on early diagnosis and treatment.
Avoiding Adverse Drug Interactions
Adverse drug reactions can result in serous injury and be fatal. Learn about the most common forms of drug interactions and how they can be avoided.
Cholesterol, Diabetes and Triglycerides
Having diabetes and high cholesterol may increase an individual's risk for heart disease. It's important to control your blood sugar levels due to this.
High Blood Pressure Basics
High blood pressure kills. Possibly even worse, elevated blood pressure may lead to a debilitating stroke. Here are a few things everyone should know about hypertension.
Recognizing and Treating Deep Vein Thrombosis
Many people don't know the symptoms of this life threatening condition, but it's a good idea to be informed.
Losing Weight If You're on Insulin
One question diabetics ask frequently is how to lose weight while on insulin. Like non-diabetics, diet and exercise are important tools in the weight loss journey.
Swine Flu Still a Risk in Winter 2010
Human swine flu virus, the first pandemic of the twenty-first century will be back for winter 2010 according to health authorities. Swine flu vaccination is the best defe
The Truth about Vitamin C
1000 milligrams of Vitamin C is the average does that individuals take on a daily basis. Some have reported that up to 5000 mg while sick will help the common illness.
Get Healthy Lungs
Many changes to lifestyle, diet and the home environment can be helpful in cleaning out the lungs and reducing breathing problems.
What to Eat for Breakfast if You're Hypothyroid
If you've been diagnosed as hypothyroid, make sure you eat only thyroid-assisting foods in the morning, not foods that will slow down the thyroid's activity.
Crohn's Disease
Due to its similarity to other digestive diseases, Crohn's disease is painful, and often hard to diagnose.
Colonoscopy Prep
Preparing for a colonoscopy can often be the worst part. But fail to prepare and a patient could find himself having to do it all again.

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