Stomach is an organ between esophagus in our body and small intestine. Digestion of protein begins in this organ. Actually, stomach has three tasks to do, which are storage of food, mixing of food with acids in stomach and then sending this mixture to the small intestine. Almost all people experience the stomach problem during their life. Indigestion is one of the most commonly faced problems by many people. Heartburn is also among the common problems of stomach. Some other problems may include peptic ulcers or Gastroesophageal reflux disease and these problems usually require medical attention. It is usually prescribed that in case of blood during bowel movement, heartburn not relieved by antacids, ongoing vomiting or diarrhea, and/or severe abdominal pain; people have to visit doctors to get proper treatment.
One of the common stomach related problems include abdominal bloating, which is a condition in which abdomen becomes tight and swollen. This is a gastric pain and patient feels uncomfortable. Bloating is a very common problem and it mostly affects adults. Mostly heartburn, gastric pain, nausea, bloated stomach and vomiting are common symptoms of bloating. Bloating after eating is very common in adults. If there is any kind of soreness in the lining of stomach or in the small intestine (duodenum) then this is called peptic ulcer. This problem arises when acids in the stomach, which are actually helping in digestion of food, damage the walls of the organ, i.e. stomach. Most commonly, peptic ulcer happens due to a bacterium known as Helicobacter pylori. Another most common cause of this problem is the long term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and aspirin. Usually, it is thought that spicy foods and stress can cause ulcers but it has to be considered that they don’t cause ulcers, but they can worsen the condition.
Peptic ulcer symptoms include weight loss, nausea or vomiting, bloating, abdominal fullness, burning pain in the stomach, heartburn and burping. Hematemesis or vomiting of blood can occur as a result of bleeding coming directly from a gastric ulcer or as a result of damage to the esophagus from serious type of vomiting. Condition of melena may also happen. It is the condition of abnormally dark tarry feces containing blood due to gastrointestinal bleeding. Sometimes, an ulcer can result in duodenal or gastric perforation resulting in acute peritonitis, i.e. inflammation of the peritoneum, which is a transparent membrane lining the abdominal cavity. This condition is extremely painful and may require immediate surgery. Burning stomach pain is considered as the most common symptom of peptic ulcer. Pain begins between meals and/or during the night time and usually improves on eating, drinking or taking antacids. Pain can be relieved within minutes or it may take hours for the pain to be relieved. Most of the time pain comes and goes for many days or many weeks. During the condition of ulcers, it has to be considered that duodenal ulcers cane be relieved by food but the condition of gastric ulcers can be increased by it.
Abdominal bloating and peptic ulcer are related to stomach
Posted by Unknown at 07:31Wednesday, 8 April 2015
Autism Treatment
Posted by Unknown at 09:44Tuesday, 24 March 2015
Autism Developmental Disorders (ADDs) are
most often characterized by problems with social communication. Prior to the
most recent edition of the DSM-5, ASDs were identified as either autism,
Asperger Syndrome or pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified
(usually abbreviated as PDD-NOS). Now autism is diagnosed on the basis of the
severity of symptoms. People with autism can have both verbal and non verbal
communication difficulties often coupled with repetitive type behaviors.
Children start displaying autistic symptoms when they are very young but
currently cannot be accurately diagnosed until they are 2-3 years of age.
Often, it is not until the child is confronted with increasingly challenging
social situations that parents notice that there is something wrong. Autism
affects how information is processed in the brain although researches are yet
to determine exactly how the mechanisms are affected.
Treatment of autism may include a
combination of counseling, directions, or advices to parents or guardians of
patients to a decision or particular course of action. Autism may require
several psychological and behavioral treatments such as cognitive behavioral
therapy, counselling, education and school-based therapies, behavioral
management therapy, ABA therapy, Nutritional therapy, Medication,
Physical therapy, social skills training, speech-language therapy, and
occupational therapy.
ABA
therapy and PRT
Intervention programs such as ABA
therapy and PRT have been shown to improve the outcomes of people who
suffer autism. ABA/PRT is a type of behavior modification and this type of
modification is helpful in improving many areas of development through play.
During therapeutic sessions, adult-child interaction is developed through play
and everyday skills are taught using this motivational interaction. Social
stories can be developed to help patients of autism to understand feelings,
points of views and ideas of others, and these stories can also help patients
in understanding and cope with their own feelings.
With the help of occupational
therapy, patients can be trained to live independently in many aspects such
as bathing and buttoning a shirt. Occupational therapy helps in improvement of
daily life tasks. Autistic children cannot do some things easily or they choose
difficult way to do these tasks. They need assistance to improve their daily
tasks which include following tasks:
·
Dressing
·
Eating
·
Grooming
·
Playing
·
Motor skills
·
Learning
With the help of physical therapy, patients of
autism are asked to do exercise and other physical movements, so that it would
be easy for them to control body movements.
Psychological treatment programs can help
improve the life a patient increasing the chances of them going on the lead an independent
life. Adults with autism, with support of counseling are capable of learning
new skills and can start learning new things easily and developing normally
with proper care. Most of the times, a number of treatment strategies are used
to help patient living a better life, and it has also to be considered that
autism may also require lifelong treatment.
Counselling
In patient counseling, behavior modification can also be considered. This
modification can help patients to control various repetitive, inappropriate and
aggressive behaviors, so that the patient could live healthily in his or her
society. This type of modification is based on the process of rewarded behavior
as it has been found the rewards could help patients in repeating those tasks
as compared to tasks that are ignored.
Diet
and nutrition
Why is Autism increasing? Autism is the most common disability in areas like UK and Australia. Till now exact cause of autism is not clear. However, some general causes are proposed by researchers that why Autism is increasing. They have been continuously studying the “gene” that may be the cause of Autism because they think that environment and genes are the main causes of this increasing disease. Gene study tells that every child who is autistic will definitely have a relation or ancestor who faced autism. This shows the genetic linkage of Autism. The diet that we use nowadays lack nutrients and is derived from volcanic soil which is deficient of minerals. Furthermore the use of pesticides and artificial fertilisers that helps in more production of crops, which are nutrient-free and cannot produce immunity in new generations. Our environment is full of pollution in which food processing techniques demolish vitamins and nutrition of foods, such as cereals etc. Such nutrition deficiencies in our food and in our genes cause autism to increase when they interact.
Why is Autism increasing? Autism is the most common disability in areas like UK and Australia. Till now exact cause of autism is not clear. However, some general causes are proposed by researchers that why Autism is increasing. They have been continuously studying the “gene” that may be the cause of Autism because they think that environment and genes are the main causes of this increasing disease. Gene study tells that every child who is autistic will definitely have a relation or ancestor who faced autism. This shows the genetic linkage of Autism. The diet that we use nowadays lack nutrients and is derived from volcanic soil which is deficient of minerals. Furthermore the use of pesticides and artificial fertilisers that helps in more production of crops, which are nutrient-free and cannot produce immunity in new generations. Our environment is full of pollution in which food processing techniques demolish vitamins and nutrition of foods, such as cereals etc. Such nutrition deficiencies in our food and in our genes cause autism to increase when they interact.
Food and nutrition is not same in all
children. Every child has a different digestive system, however some steps may
help:
·
Try to avoid artificial
sweeteners, preservations, flavourings, artificial dyes and colours.
·
Use supplements. They are useful
for treatment. Supplements such as multivitamins, omega 3, minerals, calcium,
and vitamin D and B6, magnesium, dimethyl glycine (helpful for language
improvement), and glutathione.
·
Avoid foods which contain gluten
like rye, wheat, barley, oats and spelt. These foods contain gluten in high
amount which can cause abdomen problems, which might not be suitable for
autistic child.
ADHD symptoms and treatment options
Posted by Unknown at 09:43
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) is the condition, mostly found in boys, characterized by behavioral and
learning disorders. Nearly 1 in 10 children are affected with the problem of
ADHD. These problems not only affect the children but also affect the people in
the family and friends, i.e. affected children are also difficult to treat
with.
Most important symptoms of ADHD
include inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Other symptoms are usually
related to these major problems. It is possible that problems of inattention
may not be apparent until the child enters into the most challenging phase of
his or her life such as the time of going to schools. Adults may show the
problems of inattention during work or in social situations. Sometimes, patients
of ADHD produce work that clearly shows carelessness. Patients of ADHD are also
easily distracted by the external stimuli and other interrupting tasks. They
also find it difficult to complete their schoolwork or other related tasks that
require attention and concentration.
As a result of less concentration, they
frequently move from one uncompleted task to another. Patients of ADHD are disorganized
in their work habits and they may show the problem of forgetfulness. Patients
of ADHD also show the problem of hyperactivity such as the excessive running or
climbing or frequent walking or running. They find it difficult to play or work
quietly and they talk excessively. Treatment for ADHD mostly
consists of changes in lifestyles but also consists of neurofeedback therapy.
This method of treatment is found to be
efficacious and can be used as the primary treatment of ADHD. It is efficacious
method in case of inattention and impulsivity in patients. It is found to be as
efficient as the use of stimulants in relieving 70% to 80% of children with
ADHD. It is also considered as the safe method having no adverse side effects.
Lifestyle changes and proper use of nutrition could also help in the treatment
of ADHD. Some of the proteins and enzymes can also help in relieving some of
the problems of ADHD such as the ability to talk, planning ahead and abstract
thinking.
Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder and its causes of increase
Posted by Unknown at 09:42
Attention
deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) causes the patient to face major problems
of inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsivity. As these types of disorders are found in different
age groups, so their symptoms depending upon specific age group and gender are somehow
different from one another. Its symptoms also depend upon the intensity of this
disorder. Some
major symptoms of ADHD include:
- Patients with ADHD act without thinking,
are hyperactive, and have difficulty in focusing.
- They suffer with some other
disorders like Mood Disorders,
Anxiety Disorders and Learning
Disabilities.
- Forgetting things in daily activities like
toys, homework etc.
- Mood swings, patients cannot control their
anger, worry, terror, or panic.
- Diversion from things, as the person losses
the tendency to pay attention.
- Kids with ADHD cannot perform tasks which
require mental exertion.
- They have problems in teamwork and they cannot
even play.
- Some children may clear listening problems.
- Such Patients feel frustrated by all these
problems, and have low self-esteem.
- Other symptoms are fast heartbeat, sweating,
stomach pains, and in critical conditions even diarrhea.
There is good news that the
challenges of attention deficit hyper-activity disorder are punch able. You can learn the symptoms,
which will help you to manage ADHD in adults and kids as well. It’s certainly
not too late; a patient can even turn some of his weaknesses into strengths to
fight with ADHD.
1.
Treatment for ADHD should start with everyday life. Nutritional changes and supplementation
of proper nutrients to the patient are essential.
2.
Neurotherapy treatment can be used
to relieve brainwave electrical activity.
3.
Children may be medicated using psychostimulant
medications for ADHD in the short term to allow
them to function effectively. Medication can help minimize
symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention in suffering children and adults. However
medicine treatment has some side effects also. Medical treatment
for ADHD starts with Adderall (amphetamine)
,Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine), Concerta, Daytrana, or Metadate
(methylphenidate).
The frequency of ADHD has
reached 1 in 10 and is continuously rising with great ratio. The question, “why
ADHD is increasing” is of great interest for almost all researchers? There
are hundreds of labs in different countries which are performing various
researches to sort out the reasons of ADHD. Some of the reason found after
researches are discussed here:
Some researchers have linked
ADHD with early television watching.
Kids below 2 years old should not face any type of screens (TV, computers or
video games) and children of age 2 years or more should also be limited to
watch display screens 1 to 2 hours per day. Otherwise these screens become the
cause of ADHD among kids.
One main factor is food
deficient of proper nutrients and this is considered as the major cause that why
ADHD is increasing. “Western style” foods consist of too many additives,
preservatives and colourings lacking proper nutrients. In 2008, the European
Union permitted to put caution on foods containing harmful additives.
Some studies also tell that premature
birth leads to later ADHD in a child.
Autism, related causes and diagnosis
Posted by Unknown at 09:21
Autism is a lifetime intellectual disorder that affects the way
person communicates to other people. It may also effects visual and hearing
senses causing many other physical issues. People with Autism Spectrum Disorders, can
have similar difficulties but many different symptoms which makes every
presentation unique. Some have problems with speech but can understand
conversation, while other sufferers not only have difficulty understanding
conversation, but don’t understand the basic concept of reciprocal
conversation. Whilst many people with autism are able to live independently there
are others who rely completely on other people for even the most basic daily
needs.
Current
estimates of the number of people suffering from Autism Spectrum Disorders in U.K,
Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland is thought to be one in a
hundred. The exact cause of autism is still unknown although it is thought to
be a combination of genetic and environmental. Autism effects the early development of the brain. Excessive neuronal
growth is thought to lead to a misfiring and lack of communication between
brain structures. However, although this process is occurring very early in
life, most symptoms don’t become obvious until age 3.
Parents
are often the first people to recognize that something is ‘not quite right’
with their child’s behaviour. However, the behaviours
need to be present for at least six months before diagnosis can be made. Early
indication of autism may include some of the following symptoms:
·
Very little direct eye contact.
·
Little or no response to
his/her name being said repeatedly
·
No childish and joyful expressions by six months.
·
No sharing of facial expressions and sounds.
·
Difficulty in imitating or repeating words by even 2 years.
·
Many communication and social issues in adult age.
·
It is difficult for some patients to make relations and
new friends.
If parents are confused about the diagnosis
then they may take their child to a Psychologist. A diagnosis will not be made
unless three professionals agree that the child is autistic. Typically this
will include a Psychologist, a Paediatrician and a speech therapist. Although
there is no blood screening currently available to test for the presence of autism,
psychologists are able to use screening tools such as the M-CHAT (Modified
Checklist of Autism in Toddlers) to determine the likelihood that your child
has autism. If you are in any doubt, please contact the Behavioural Neurotherapy
Clinic in Doncaster. This clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of
autism and can help formulate a treatment plan for your child.
Autism and Its Common Symptoms
Posted by Unknown at 01:03Wednesday, 4 March 2015
Autism is described in the DSM-V as a psychiatric problem,
in which the patient has communication disorders and short attention span. The
Autistic person has a reduced ability to interact meaningfully with others.
This condition is usually present from early childhood and is also
characterised by difficulties in using language and understanding the intent of
others. Autism Symptoms may vary from one
person to another but there are some basic symptoms that are usually present
that can help in Autism Diagnosis. These symptoms can be placed under following
categories:
Social connections
and relations
·
Verbal and nonverbal interactions
·
Stereo typical play and/or reduced
interest in interactive play activities
·
Symptoms in social connections and relations may include notable difficulties
in nonverbal interactions and communication skills as for example in making
good eye-to-eye contact.
The child with Autism may be unable to make friends and may
have no ability to share interests or enjoyments with others. They lack empathy
as they often found it difficult to understand the feelings of other people;
and that may include recognising emotional upset, pain or sorrow in others.
Verbal and nonverbal interactions may include slow learning or lack of learning
capabilities. It has been found that nearly 40% of autistic patients never
speak. Children with Autism may find it difficult if not impossible to start a
meaningful conversation or continue a conversation with others. They often make
repetitive use of language, i.e. they may repeat a previously heard word or
phrase, again and again (a condition known as echolalia).
Sometimes, it is
difficult for children with Autism to understand other’s perspectives. For
example they might not understand when another person is joking, as they take
their words literally, and may not understand the hidden meanings and
metaphors. Partial interest in activities or other playing activities may
include an excessive focus on some part of a toy, such as spinning the wheels
on a car, without using the car as a vehicle.
Usually, older children and adults with Autism are overly
preoccupied with specific topics such as video games, license plates or trading
cards.
They prefer set routines, for example a child may be very upset if the
route to school is changed or if his breakfast food or bedtime routine is
changed. Many people with Autism also have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD) but in ADHD symptoms the problem of
social relationships is less serious as compared to Autism.
Sometimes, an autistic person may be able to memorise facts,
lists and dates more efficiently than others. They may also have unusual
sensory perceptions, for example, some may consider light touch as problematic
and disturbing while othere find a strong embrace as calming to their senses.
Some may appear insensitive to pain and some may have strong preferences for
specific foods. Sleep problems are also present in about 40%-70% of people with
Autism.
Patient Counseling for Autism Disease
Posted by Unknown at 00:55
Autism Developmental Disorders (ADDs) are most often
characterized by problems with social communication. Prior to the most recent
edition of the DSM-5, ASDs were identified as either autism, Asperger Syndrome
or pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified (usually
abbreviated as PDD-NOS). Now autism is diagnosed on the basis of the severity
of symptoms. People with autism can have both verbal and non verbal
communication difficulties often coupled with repetitive type behaviors.
Children start displaying autistic symptoms when they are very young but
currently cannot be accurately diagnosed until they are 2-3 years of age.
Often, it is not until the child is confronted with increasingly challenging
social situations that parents notice that there is something wrong. Autism
affects how information is processed in the brain although researches are yet
to determine exactly how the mechanisms are affected. Intervention programs
such as ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy and PRT (Pivotal Response
therapy) have been shown to improve the outcomes of people who suffer autism.
Psychological treatment programs can help improve the life a patient increasing
the chances of them leading an independent life. Adults who suffer autism can,
with the support of counseling, learn new skills. Treatment strategies include
a combination of counseling directions and support services for carers. The
disorder is often treated using multiple psychological and behavioral
treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, school-based therapies, behavioral
management therapy, nutritional therapy, medication, physical therapy,
social skills training, and speech-language therapy. Occupational therapy can
assist in increasing the independence of patients through teaching basic living
skills eg. bathing and buttoning up a shirt. Physical therapy exercises help
patients to control body movements. Behavior modification is an effective form
of patient counseling. This treatment can help patients to control various
repetitive, inappropriate and aggressive behaviors, allowing them to display
more normal social behavior. Behavior modification is based on rewarding
correct behavior and ignoring bad behavior. This is the basis of ABA
therapy. It is important to introduce an aspect of play therapy in
session with children. Play therapy assists in the emotional development of the
child and improves the adult-child interaction. Through the use of social
stories, children with autism can develop their emotional understanding of
other people’s feelings and perspectives. These stories will often help in
understanding and coping with their own feelings too. http://www.autism-adhd.org.au
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