ஞாபகமறதி நோய் (டிமென்ஷியா)/Dementia - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Dementia

The word ‘dementia’ describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language. These changes are often small to start with, but for someone with dementia they have become severe enough to affect daily life.
Dementia is caused by damage to brain cells.

While most changes in the brain that cause dementia are permanent and worsen over time,
thinking and memory problems caused by the following conditions may
improve when the condition is treated or addressed:
* Brain cancer or Tumor
* Excess use of alcohol
* Thyroid problems

Some risk factors for dementia, such as age and genetics, cannot be changed.

Dementia prevention
* Physical exercise
* Social engagement
* Mental stimulation
* Stress management
* Diet

முதுமையில் மலச்சிக்கல் வராமல் தடுக்க சில வழிமுறைகள்/Tips to prevent constipation

Constipation -- A common problem for seniors

Nobody wants to talk about being constipated, but it’s an issue that many older adults and caregivers have to deal with.

To Prevent Constipation:

* Eat high-fiber foods such as raisins, raw vegetables, salads, bran cereals, whole-grain bread and fresh fruit.

* Eat prunes or figs.

* Drink plenty of liquids—at least eight glasses a day. 

* Use laxatives 

* Do daily exercise, like a brisk half-hour walk.

பக்கவாதம்--காரணங்கள்,அறிகுறிகள்,சிகிச்சைகள்/ Stroke

Stroke

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced, 

depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die.

Risk factors

Age —People age 55 or older have a higher risk of stroke than do younger people.

Being overweight or obese

Physical inactivity

Heavy or binge drinking

Cigarette smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke

Diabetes

Cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, heart defects, heart infection or abnormal             heart rhythm

Personal or family history of stroke, heart attack or transient ischemic attack.

Symptoms

Paralysis or numbness of the face, arm or leg.

Trouble with seeing in one or both eyes.

Trouble with speaking and understanding. 

The good news is that strokes can be treated and prevented.

மூட்டுவலி--காரணங்கள்,அறிகுறிகள்,சிகிச்சைகள்/Osteoarthritis #Osteoarthrit...

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of joint damage, especially in the hands, hips, knees, lower back, and hands.

Symptoms normally begin after the age of 40 years,OA is more likely to affect women than men after the age of 50 years.



Causes

Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in your joints gradually deteriorates. Cartilage is a firm, slippery tissue that permits nearly frictionless joint motion.



Risk factors

* Older age. 

* Sex

* Obesity

* Certain occupations

* Genetics



Treatment

* Physical therapy--Stretching techniques help keep the joints flexible and supple. 

* Joint pain and stiffness may become severe enough to make daily tasks difficult.

Some people are no longer able to work. When joint pain is this severe,doctors may suggest joint replacement surgery.

காலப்போக்கில் நாம் மறந்து போன பொருட்களும், உணவுகளும்/Remembering forgotten foods and things

These are some of the old forgotten, healthy dishes. Ancient Tamil people followed this principle "Unave marundhu, marundhe unavu", meaning food is medicine, medicine is food. The dishes they cooked were absolutely healthy. Keppai koozh or Raagi koozh,Rice water,Paanakaram or Paanagam.

வயிற்றுப் புழுக்களை நீக்கும் எளிய வீட்டு மருத்துவங்கள்/Home remedies for intestinal worms

Effective Home Remedies To Treat Intestinal Parasites -  Easy and Quick reference



Intestinal parasites, also known as intestinal worms, 

that usually attach themselves to the intestinal wall. There are different kinds of intestinal 

parasites that usually cause infections. Some of the worst kinds include pinworm, tapeworm, 

Hookworm, and roundworm.



Home Remedies For Intestinal Worms

There are many naturally occurring remedies for intestinal parasites. Listed here are some popular ones.

1.Nutmeg

2.Mint leaves

3.Garlic

4.Carrot

5. Asafoetida

6.Carom seeds

7.Bitter Gourd