When a drug is used for long periods of time and then suddenly discontinued, a person may suffer from withdrawal syndrome. Drugs most commonly associated with withdrawal are those that produce a euphoric feeling for the user and include illegal drugs such as cocaine and heroine. Over the counter drugs can also produce withdrawal symptoms if used for prolonged periods of time or in improper dosages.
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Archive for May, 2008
Treating Drug Withdrawal Syndrome
Wednesday, May 14th, 2008Hoodia Gordonii Suppresses Appetite
Wednesday, May 14th, 2008Hoodia gordonii is a cactus like plant that is native to the Kalahari Desert in South Africa. Indigenous hunters have used it for thousands of years to ward off hunger during long nomadic hunting treks. In the last decade, Hoodia extract has grown in popularity in the west as an appetite suppressant and to promote weight loss. (more…)
Tension Headaches
Wednesday, May 7th, 2008
There are several different kinds of headaches. The most common type of headache is the tension headache.
The exact cause of these types of headaches is unknown, but there are several factors that have been shown in many cases to cause or at least play a part in tension headaches. This includes things like caffeine withdrawal, eye strain, and stress. Other things like teeth clenching, which results in muscle tension, and other strains on the muscles, has been also been shown to play a part in these types of headaches.
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Lasik Surgery: Benefits and Risks
Thursday, May 1st, 2008
Lasik (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a corrective surgical procedure intended to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contacts. The procedure involves creating a thin flap on the eye and then folding the flap so that the tissue underneath can be remodeled with a laser. (more…)