Nerve, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease

Description
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is a degenerative brain disorder that leads to dementia and, eventually, death. Symptoms of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) sometimes similar to other disorders such as dementia or Alzheimer's brain, but Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease usually progresses much faster. Although serious, rare CJD and around the world, there is only one case diagnosed per million people each year, most often in older adults.

Cause
Causes of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease apparently due to an abnormal version of the type of protein called a prion. Normally, the protein is harmless, but when defects will be contagious and can wreak havoc on normal biological processes. This disease can not be transmitted through coughing or sneezing, touching or sexual contact.

Symptom
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is characterized by a rapid mental deterioration, usually within a few months. The early signs and symptoms of CJD typically include: 1. Changes in personality 2. Anxiety 3. Depression 4. Loss of memory 5. Thought disorder 6. Blurred vision 7. Insomnia 8. Difficulty speaking

Tumor, Kanker Ofatumumab

Description
Ofatumumab belong to a group of drugs called monoclonal antibodies. It works by stopping the growth of cancer cells. Ofatumumba used to treat patients with a type of white blood cell cancer called chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Drug injection form can only be obtained by prescription. These drugs can cause side effects such as chest pain, skin rash, difficulty breathing, dizziness, fainting, irregular heartbeat, fever, chills, abdominal pain / back or rash / itchy skin. But this condition can be prevented by the administration of drugs such as acetaminophen and antihistamines (such as diphenhydramine) or corticosteroids (such as methylprednisolone).

Indication
Treating patients one type of white blood cell cancer called chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who have ever been treated with other chemotherapy drugs (such as alemtuzumab and fludarabine) but it does not work.

Dose
8 The first dose is given once a week and 4 the last dose or subsequent doses given every provision doctor once in four weeks. Ofatumumab only be supplied (injected) by a trained doctor or nurse. This drug should be given slowly so the needle will needle placed under the skin for at least one hour. Source: MayoClinic, WebMD.



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Consumption of Grains Lower Risk of Stomach Cancer Up to 50%

Jakarta, Kanker perut adalah istilah yang digunakan untuk menjelaskan tumor yang tumbuh dalam perut. Kanker ini sangat berbahaya karena menduduki peringkat kedua paling mematikan dari berbagai jenis kanker lainnya.

Kurangi risiko kanker perut dengan menerapkan gaya hidup sehat dan memenuhi asupan flavonoid yang paling sering ditemukan dalam biji-bijian.

Penelitian yang diterbitkan dalam The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition menemukan bahwa wanita yang mengonsumsi makanan yang tinggi flavonoid memiliki risiko yang lebih rendah terhadap penyakit kanker perut daripada wanita yang kurang mendapatkan asupan flavonoid.

"Diet kaya flavonoid dapat didasarkan pada makanan nabati seperti buah-buahan, sayuran, sereal gandum, kacang-kacangan, biji-bijian, dan produk makanan yang terbuat dari bahan nabati seperti teh dan coklat," kata Raul Zamora-Ros, salah seorang peneliti dari Catalan Institute of Oncology di Spanyol, seperti dikutip dari canada, Kamis (1/11/2012).

Obese Teens More Easily Damaged kidneys

Jakarta, Overweight and obesity are not only dangerous when it is old. In adolescents were, the risk of disruption due to the disease has appeared overweight. A study in Israel found that obese or overweight during adolescence increases the risk of kidney disease.

According to a study published the journal Archives of Internal Medicine, adolescents who were overweight at age 17 years had a 3-fold likelihood greater end-stage renal disease 25 years compared with the general population. Teens who suffer from obesity also have the possibility of kidney disease 7 times larger.

The researchers analyzed data collected in 1967 and 1997 containing information on 1.2 million people aged 17 and older. The participants examined the condition of fitness selection at the Israeli military. The participants were then checked for the kidney disease is called end stage renal disease (ESRD). This disease can only be treated with dialysis or a kidney dialysis and transplant.

Want Weight Loss Easy Up Down There? Train Your Brain

Jakarta, Losing weight is a very difficult and tiring due to fluctuations, occasional down then up again, and so on. According to the expert, before trying to lose weight, you need to learn is how to keep it in order not to go up and down.

Researchers at Stanford University found that dieters a way to be free from the vicious cycle of these weight fluctuations. According to research, weight loss will last long if if dieters understand healthy habits to maintain your diet and get used to walking around before applying any weight loss program.

The study, published the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, involved 267 obese women were divided into 2 groups randomly. The first group was asked to immediately perform the method of weight loss, while the second group was asked to undergo a lifestyle adjustment program and learn to stabilize body weight for 8 weeks before starting a weight-loss methods.

Top 10 healthiest vegetables

Tomatoes

Though technically a fruit, tomatoes are most often served like a vegetable. Full of lycopene, these beautiful red orbs (and all tomato-based products) are renowned for their cancer-fighting capabilities. Not only are they chock full of vitaminy goodness (from vitamins A to K), they also keep our blood pressure in check and help to reduce the number of free radicals in our bodies.

Broccoli

Few foods measure up to the disease-fighting potential of broccoli. This cruciferous veg is packed with antioxidants that help reduce the risk of stomach, lung and rectal cancers. And because broccoli is rich in beta-carotene, vitamin C and folate, it is also good at boosting your immunity to colds and flus.

Brussels sprouts

These little green veggies are especially important for pregnant woman because they're packed with folic acid,  a B-vitamin that prevents neural tube defects. Brussels sprouts are also packed with vitamins C and K as well as fiber, potassium and omega-3 fatty acids.

Caution, Drinking sweetened beverages Increase Risk of Leukemia!

Jakarta, Aspartame is an artificial sweetener that is often used to flavor sweet on soda and other foods. In addition to an increased risk of diabetes, recent research has linked aspartame with an increased risk of leukemia.

The research team analyzed data of previous studies from the Nurses 'Health Study (NHS) and the Health Professionals' Follow-up Study (HPFS), which has been conducted over a period of 22 years of the study period, as reported by NaturalNews on Thursday (01/11/2012).

The study was conducted on 77,218 women and 47,810 men in the United States. Every 2 years, participants were asked to fill out a questionnaire that contains details of diet she lived, and then reviewing the every 4 years.

Researchers analyzed how high levels of aspartame intake in daily diets conducted research participants. The result is a diet high in aspartame increased risk of several deadly diseases, especially diabetes and cancer.