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My daughter has esr 490 and 3 urine albumin. Is it nephrotic syndrome? She is taking prednisolone 10 mg 2 times daily for 10 days. She has hair loss, nail color changes, sleeping difficulties and continuous hunger.

Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (B.U.M.S)
Unani Specialist, Kanpur
My daughter has esr 490 and 3 urine albumin. Is it nephrotic syndrome? She is taking prednisolone 10 mg 2 times daily...
Follow these herbal combination for complete cure sootshekhar ras 1 tablet twice a day ashta moorti avleh 10 gms twice a day vyadhi har rasayan 125 mg twice a day.
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Sections reveal normal bone with marrow showing normal hematopoitic elements (erythroid series, myeloid series and megakaryocytes). One edge of the bone shows dysplastic epithelial cells suggestive of metastasis from an epithelial tumors.

MBBS, PG - Diploma In Clinical Pathology
General Physician, Sri Ganganagar
Sections reveal normal bone with marrow showing normal hematopoitic elements (erythroid series, myeloid series and me...
Metastasis is one of the hallmarks of cancer, distinguishing it from benign tumors. Most cancers can metastasize, although in varying degrees.
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My mother is around 79 years old and having alzimer for last 10 years. Whether it is curable. Need information and treatment details.

MBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)
General Physician, Delhi
My mother is around 79 years old and having alzimer for last 10 years. Whether it is curable. Need information and tr...
I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. On average, people with alzheimer's disease live between three and 11 years after diagnosis, but some survive 20 years or more. The degree of impairment at diagnosis can affect life expectancy. Untreated vascular risk factors such as hypertension are associated with a faster rate of progression of alzheimer's disease. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.
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Meri umra 21 sal hai. Aur mein alzheimer ke shikar ho chuke hain isase bachne ke liye kya kiya jaaye please koi sujhav bataiye.

B. Sc., BAMS
Ayurvedic Doctor, Madurai
Meri umra 21 sal hai. Aur mein alzheimer ke shikar ho chuke hain isase bachne ke liye kya kiya jaaye please koi sujha...
Dear lybrate-user kya aap mujhe bula sakte hai. Main detail mein baat karna chahta hoon aapke saath. 21 saal ki umra mein alzheimers thoda atpata sa lag raha hai. Pl call karein.
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Is it safe to take covishield by nephrotic syndrome (sdns) patient of age 18 years?

MBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)
General Physician, Delhi
Is it safe to take covishield by nephrotic syndrome (sdns) patient of age 18 years?
I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.
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My wife 75 years has alzheimer for last 6 years. Her tsh is 0.11 today. Lab report. She is taking half 5 mg tablet that is 2.5 mg after lunch. Should increase neo mercazole dosage. Please advise.

BASM, MD, MS (Counseling & Psychotherapy), MSc - Psychology, Certificate in Clinical psychology of children and Young People, Certificate in Psychological First Aid, Certificate in Positive Psychology, Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health
Psychologist, Palakkad
My wife 75 years has alzheimer for last 6 years. Her tsh is 0.11 today. Lab report. She is taking half 5 mg tablet th...
Dear user. I can understand. Please don't be panic but be serious about the symptoms. Consult your neurologist for physical investigation. Please provide more information so that we can start the diagnosis process and the treatment. I am here to help you in every aspect of your mental and physical health. Any sexual or psychological problems can be cured with the help of various methods and therapies. I suggest you to post your query with every detail here. I will help you in overcoming your problems certainly. Take care.
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Things Which You Should Know About Alzheimer's!

DNB (Neurology), MD/MBBS - General Medicine
Neurologist, Delhi
Things Which You Should Know About Alzheimer's!
Diseases related to Neurology affect nerves, brain and spinal cord. Any related problem can affect your daily activities, where you might have difficulty in speaking, moving, swallowing, remembering things, breathing and even learning. Alzheimer s is one such chronic neurological disease which happens due to the death of brain cells, resulting in memory loss and it generally begins slowly and becomes worse as time goes by.

When Does Alzheimer s Occur?

The Alzheimer s Disease generally occurs to people who are above 65 years old. Though neurosurgeons are not completely aware of the exact reason why this happens among people who are in their mid 60s but the assumption is that, in most of the cases, it is believed to be genetic. Other reasons which they usually come up with, after thorough research that can lead to Alzheimer s are previously suffered head injuries, depression and hypertension.

Age is a major factor, as brain cells slowly tend to die down and you are not able to remember events and happenings, that have taken place few days back but surprisingly you are able to recollect quite a number of events, which had occurred 5 or 10 years ago.

Symptoms Of Alzheimer s Disease

You could easily sense that there seems to be an onset of Alzheimer s disease among older persons, be it your father, mother, grandfather or grandfather, when there seems to be a decline in the ability to acquire knowledge about something and understanding that in a sensible manner.

We will discuss about some of the most symptoms of this disease in a detailed manner, to help you understand better and thus allow you to take necessary precautions in whatever way possible:

There is loss of ability to gather new information and remember them, which in turn leads to asking repetitive questions, personal belongings getting misplaced, forget the fact that they have had their meal.
You can also get a sense of the disease eating into the nervous system, when a person is not aware of how to manage his or her finances, not getting concerned about the safety measures while trying to carry out everyday activities and are not able to take decisions on their own.
As days go by, the disease can take such shape that you might not recognize your near and dear ones. Then you need to make them go back 10-12 years down the memory lane, narrate an incident involving the particular individuals, which would slowly allow things to settle down and help them recognize his or her brother, sister or any other relative.
Frequent mood swings, withdrawal from social circle, agitation are major symptoms of Alzheimer s disease
Stages

The progress of Alzheimer s disease can be broken down into three stages:

Preclinical i.e. before any of the symptoms occur
When mild symptoms start to show up, referred as mild cognitive impairment
Last stage is dementia, when damage is at its peak.
Treatment

There is no cure for Alzheimer s as the dead brain cells cannot be reversed.
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My father 82 suffers from alzimer a little bit, difficulty in walking, nervous ness, internal weakness, complains of pain in body, can't sleep deeply. Please suggest me. Can I give him a multivitamin. He don't have diabetes only hypertension.

MBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)
General Physician, Delhi
My father 82 suffers from alzimer a little bit, difficulty in walking, nervous ness, internal weakness, complains of ...
Your father should not take any medicine without doctor's advice. It maybe harmful and can lead to other complications. We have to look into the details of the problem. Let's have a detailed discussion to ensure proper treatment.
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Who Are Likely To Get Alzheimer's Disease?

Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
Ayurvedic Doctor, Lakhimpur Kheri
Who Are Likely To Get Alzheimer's Disease?
On the 21st of the month, World Alzheimer s Day will be observed with the objective of creating a society wherein patients who suffer from Alzheimer s related dementia are treated with empathy, kindness, and respect by citizens who strive to be aware and responsible for the cause. One must, however, be well-informed about the disease and its many repercussions so as to contribute better to the overall well-being of their society.

Who are Likely to get Alzheimer s Disease?

Elderly People

It has been observed that people above the age of 65 tend to be at a greater risk of developing Alzheimer s disease or dementia. In fact, every 5 years, this risk is doubled for people who fall in this age group. While genetic factors may couple with ageing to invite the disease, it is likely that in numerous instances environmental aspects and lifestyle choices also play a big role.

Family History of Alzheimer s or Dementia

In certain families, it has been observed that dementia or Alzheimer s has been passed on from one generation to its next. This has largely to do with the genetic makeup of family members, and children of dementia patients are always at a greater risk of developing this disease. The majority of dementia cases, however, do not result from inheritance factors.

Gender

Recent studies in dementia and Alzheimer s related complications have revealed that women past the age of 60 are twice as likely to suffer from dementia as their male counterparts. In fact, the likelihood of developing Alzheimer s is understood to be greater than developing breast cancer. The precise reasons behind this are yet to be known, but medical experts feel that the loss of oestrogen hormone in women after menopause might be a contributing factor to the cause.

Poor Lifestyle Practices

Lifestyle factors play a crucial role in determining one s likelihood of developing Alzheimer s. Smoking regularly, consuming alcohol in excess amounts, and leading a sedentary life with minimum physical activity can lead to numerous debilitating health factors, one of them being dementia.

Accident or Head Injury

Individuals who might have suffered from severe head injuries tend to do serious damage to their brain. This may often turn into a cause for the onset and development of Alzheimer s disease.

Since the exact reasons behind Alzheimer s is not fully known, it is best to be prudent about one s lifestyle choices!

What Are The Early Signs Of Alzheimer's Disease?

Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
Ayurvedic Doctor, Lakhimpur Kheri
What Are The Early Signs Of Alzheimer's Disease?
With a globally coordinated awareness Day and Month, it has become easier to involve governments and law-makers around the world to reflect on the seriousness of the disease, and accordingly, work towards the goal of strengthening healthcare systems in order to facilitate the demographic most susceptible to the disease.

What are the Early Signs of Alzheimer s Disease?

While mild forgetfulness might not be a cause for worry, one must remember that severe memory loss begins with this otherwise simple problem. Medical experts insist on regular check-ups even if a person might be experiencing only possible signs of Alzheimer s. This is because, by the time most diagnoses are carried out, irreparable damage brain damage has already taken place. Therefore, one must be aware of the early signs of Alzheimer s in order to protect themselves and keep their loved ones safe. Common symptoms of Alzheimer s are:

Difficulty in Remembering Things

Short-term memory is generally affected in the case of Alzheimer s, and this may lead to more severe memory loss issues in the future. If you experience increasing difficulty in remembering appointment schedules or names of new friends or acquaintances, you might want to go for a check-up before it s too late.

Problems with Ordinary Chores

When daily activities like getting dressed, using the toaster, etc. become difficult because one cannot remember how they function, it is possible that Alzheimer s is already starting to show its effects.

Difficulty in Organizing and Expressing Thoughts

One might struggle with language when Alzheimer s has set in. Vocabulary becomes an ordeal, and the affected person might find themselves describing something because they cannot find the right word for what they re trying to convey.

Losing Vision

As simple as being unable to read, vision loss may occur with the progression of Alzheimer s. This will also cause difficulty in determining colour or judging distance.

Mood Changes

The aforementioned symptoms may result in triggering personality changes and mood swings, leading to depression, anxiety, confusion, etc.

Losing Sense of Time and Place

People with Alzheimer s find it difficult to keep track of time or forget how they arrived at a place. This makes them especially vulnerable to accidents.

Even simple forgetfulness shouldn t be ignored if it persists for long. You must consult a doctor while there s still time.