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Are you at risk of developing prostrate cancer Prostate cancer is unusual because it does not behave the same way in all men.  Sometimes the cancer will spread rapidly throughout the body and cause death.  More often it causes few, if any, symptoms for many years, and the man is more likely to die from other health issues than prostate cancer. Because of this, the lifetime risk of a man being diagnosed with prostate cancer is 16% (1 in 6) while the lifetime risk of dying from prostate…

What is Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer,also known as carcinoma of the prostate,is a malignant tumour in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system. The prostate is a walnut-sized gland located between the bladder and pelvic floor in men. The urethra (tube that carries urine from the bladder to exit the body) passes through the middle. The prostate is also the sex gland that produces the milky white fluid that helps carry and nourish sperm. Most prostate cancers are slow-growing…

1. Myth: Parkinson’s is contagious. Reality: Parkinson’s is a neurological (occurring in the brain) condition which is not contagious and cannot be passed on from one person to the other. 2. Myth: All people with Parkinson’s have tremors.  Reality: Although tremor is the most widely recognized symptom of Parkinson’s, not all people who have Parkinson’s have tremors. Parkinson’s may manifest with a variety of other symptoms too. http://www.patientsengage.com/conditions/parkinson-…

In cases where the cause of cerebral palsy is unknown, nothing can be done to prevent it. However some cases relate to pregnancy complications and brain injuries. Pregnancy Complications Try and minimise these by ensuring appropriate prenatal care, trying to stay healthy during a pregnancy, avoid low birth weight, premature birth,  Brain Injury Try and ensure that the baby does not have head injuries at very early stages.  Make sure you take the baby to a doctor after a fall …

Cerebral palsy affects each person differently. The person may lead a fairly normal life with little assistance or need help with everyday activities. For instance, they may suffer from an inability to control body movements, have problems with balance and seizures, may have trouble swallowing or speaking, or may be intellectually impaired. You will need to tailor the care to the needs of the person. You may need to consider some of the following: Understand the patient's communication style.…

Treatment includes: Treatment to improve movements Drugs for medical problems Surgical approach  Treatment to improve movements: Physiotherapy The child may need physiotherapy, sometimes throughout his life. The aim of physical therapy is to: Encourage motor development Improve the ability to move all parts of the body Promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social wellbeing. Equipment used to improve movements include: Devices to maintain normal posture of the child…

Cerebral palsy is diagnosed based on the child’s medical history and physical examination, like the infant’s motor skill and symptoms. Brain imaging technologies can reveal areas of damage or abnormal development in the brain. The tests include: Radiographic tests: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): An MRI uses radio waves and a magnetic field to produce detailed 3-D or cross-sectional images ofthe brain. An MRI can often identify any lesions or abnormalities in the brain. Cranial…

Types of cerebral palsy Based on severity: Categorised into mild, moderate and severe Mild:  Daily activities are not affected and child can move without assistance Moderate: Child needs assistance like medication and adaptive technology to accomplish daily activities Severe: Child requires support and will have significant challenges in accomplishing daily activities Based on topographical distribution they are classified as: Monoplegia: One limb is affected Diplegia: Two limbs are…

What are the signs and symptoms of cerebral palsy? Impairment of muscle tone: The ability of muscles to work together is lost, leading to increased or decreased muscle tone.Limbs become floppy with decreased muscle tone or become rigid with increased tone. Impairment of movement coordination and control: Impairment of muscles lead to gait disturbances and the child may drag a leg or bend over and walk. Gait disturbances include: Limping – more weight is placed on one foot than the other,…