Bowel Obstruction Symptoms And Why Does Lying Down Help

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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is one of the most serious rheumatic diseases. According to a 2002 government study, the annual number of deaths has risen from 879 - 1,406 since 1979. About a third of these deaths occur in people aged 15 - 44 years, mostly women. Such numbers may be underestimates, since SLE can affect so many organs that a cause of death in some people with SLE may not be directly attributed to the condition. A primary cause of death among patients with lupus is...

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What's Your Position?

By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert

...Dr. Margo suggests these positions: POSITIONS Lying on your side - Put a pillow at your back... Read more »

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Scoliosis: Surgery

SurgeryThe goals of scoliosis surgery are threefold:Straighten the spine as much as possible in a safe mannerBalance the torso and pelvic areasMaintain correctionIt takes a two-part process to... Read more »

Peptic Ulcers: Symptoms

Dyspepsia. The most common symptoms of peptic ulcers are known collectively as dyspepsia. Peptic ulcers can occur without dyspepsia or any gastrointestinal symptoms, especially when caused by... Read more »

Colon and Rectal Cancers: Prognosis

PrognosisIn 2005, colorectal cancer was expected to cause 145,290 new cases and 56,290 deaths in the United States. Colorectal cancer is almost always a preventable or curable disease when it is... Read more »

Allergic Rhinitis: Symptoms

...postnasal drip, in which mucous drips into the throat from the back of the nasal passage, especially when lying on the back. Symptoms may vary depending on the cause of rhinitis. Symptoms of... Read more »

Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: Symptoms

...diagnosis.Shortness of breath occurs, but it may not be as severe during rest as it is in emphysema.Lying down at night worsens symptoms in advanced conditions, so patients must sleep sitting... Read more »

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