Elderly Care: Helping You Deal With the Dying Process
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3 Faqs Regarding Chronic Kidney Disease
In the United States, about 14% of the population is affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD). About 661,000 Americans are in kidney failure, with a majority of them being on dialysis. About 193,000 Americans who have suffered with CKD have had a kidney transplant. If you have concerns about chronic kidney disease, knowing the answers to these three frequently asked questions about CKD will help you better understand the disease.
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Fine-Tuning Your Vein Injection Recovery Time
Varicose vein injections, like sclerotherapy, don't take that long to complete. And, they're relatively easy to recover from. You'll be able to walk after the procedure is done, and other than taking it easy for the next day or so, you'll be back to your normal routines before you know it. That doesn't mean you can ignore recovery instructions, though. You will have to follow certain rules and restrictions and to make that easier on yourself, you should talk to your doctor about some of the very fine details that could promote good healing.
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Who Is A Good Candidate For A Cochlear Implant?
A cochlear implant is a surgical technique where an electronic device is implanted in your hearing system to take the place of a damaged cochlear (inner ear). If you get a good cochlear implant surgery, it can enable or improve your hearing. Here are some of the factors that mean you are a good cochlear implant candidate: Hearing Aid Cannot Help All forms of surgeries have potential complications. This is why surgery is not always the first treatment option if alternative treatments are available.
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Tips To Prepare For Your Bariatric Surgery
If you are about to have bariatric surgery, chances are you are equal parts excited and nervous. Although this is an important step on your road to a healthier lifestyle, you may be worrying about recovery and adjusting to life with a gastric sleeve. Fortunately, there are things you can do to prepare. The following tips will help you get ready for your surgery. Tip #1: Take a leave of absence
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Why Online Doctor Visits Are On The Rise
Many doctors offices have begun to offer online doctor visits. You use your smartphone or the web camera on your computer to interact with a doctor, telling them what symptoms you have or showing them what is going on. From there, they can diagnose many common conditions and prescribe you medications, if needed. If you have never had an online doctor visit, you may wonder why they are becoming so popular.
As an elderly care worker, I have witnessed the deaths of many individuals. I have seen family members become angry, sad, and completely silent at the end. I have also seen individuals refuse to see family members out of denial. People deal with death in different ways, and the strong emotions are often unfamiliar and scary. If you have a parent or grandparent who is elderly, then I want to share with you what I know about end of life care and dying process. We are a society that does not talk about death, and this can cause great pain when a family member dies. Learn about the process and find out how to deal with your own emotions and how to love your family members at the end. If there is only a small amount of time left, then I want you to cherish the final moments.