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Thank you for visiting The-Good-Doctor.net. Our aim is to provide quality health and fitness advice to people to help them to cure illnesses and maintain a healthy lifestyle. We recognize that most people tend to diagnose their condition or find home remedies by checking the Internet which is why this site was created.

This site features hundreds of articles on a large range of common conditions with descriptions of their causes, symptoms and treatments. So whether you are looking for a advice on the common cold or more complex issues such as menopause, you can be sure that you will find it on this site.

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Enlarged Prostate Surgery

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Thursday, May 13th, 2010
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Prostate glands in men cause serious problems at times which are known to have multiple repercussions. Although most variants of prostate problems are considered to be potentially harmless, their symptoms might interfere with normal body functions in extreme cases. Hence, the need to tackle these symptoms by processes like enlarged prostate surgery has emerged as a popular means of dealing with prostate problems. Although, non surgical methods are also available for treating prostate problems, sometimes surgery may have to be used for quick and effective relief. Read More→

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Symptoms of Prostate Problems

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Thursday, May 13th, 2010
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Prostate problems may not be manifested by distinct symptoms in the initial stages. As the problem aggravates, symptoms of prostate problems become more and more apparent. However it is really important to understand the symptoms well because sometimes they may also be suggestive of prostate cancer which requires early detection for successful treatment. The early symptoms may be too few and far between. Therefore one must be informed enough to pin point these and understand their repercussions. Read More→

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Enlarged Prostate Symptoms

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Saturday, April 17th, 2010
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One problem that is quite stressful when it comes to men’s health is an enlarged or swollen prostate. There are a few enlarged prostate symptoms that cannot and should not be ignored. This is very critical because almost 90% of men undergo such a problem at some point of time in their lives. Though people associate prostate enlargement symptoms with prostate cancer which may strike men in many cases, the enlargement is benign and hence also referred to as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Technically, enlarged prostate is a non cancerous enlargement of the gland (prostate) that restricts or limits the bladder to release urine. Read More→

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Prostate Laser Surgery

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Saturday, April 17th, 2010
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Prostate disorders are usually characterized by the enlargement of the prostate and are increasingly becoming common amongst men past 50 years of age. The condition if not treated at an early stage can prove to be fatal. It is advisable to go in for routine check ups like DRE scanning and PSA testing to ensure one does not have to take drastic steps to treat the disorder at a later stage. However, treatments are easily available, and today with technology conquering new grounds, prostate laser surgery is gaining popularity given the convenience attached to it. Read More→

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Prostate Cancer Treatments

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Saturday, April 17th, 2010
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If you have somebody near and dear to you suffering from Prostate Cancer, stop worrying and check this list of Top 3 prostate cancer treatments. You may approach a nearby hospital for availing these treatments.

Treatment 1: Brachytherapy

Patient Profile: Advisable for young persons with good health, individuals who can tolerate radiation beams, individuals who do not suffer obesity.

Technique: This technique focuses on curing the patient through radiation. The radiations are administered “interstitial”, i.e., from “within the tissues” in order to destroy the cancer cells. The word ‘Brachy’ in Greek means ‘short distance’. Accordingly, the high beam radiations are delivered to an area concentrated over the prostate gland at the time of surgery. Read More→

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Herbal Cures for High Blood Pressure

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Saturday, April 10th, 2010
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High blood pressure isn’t called the “silent killer” for nothing. Statistics reveal that this deadly problem affects one in every four Americans. If you’re suffering from high blood pressure or hypertension as it’s scientifically known, it’s important that you understand what constitutes this disease. Read More→

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Natural Cures for High Blood Pressure

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Saturday, April 10th, 2010
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The saying “Forewarned is forearmed” is apt for people suffering from high blood pressure or hypertension as it’s medically known. This killer is known for its “silent” stalking of victims who live on unaware of the issue their body’s struggling with. Often, it’s too late by the time they find out.

Well, the scenario needn’t be as grim as that if you only take the time to find out more about this dreaded disease. Knowing whether or not you suffer from it is the first step. The next is finding out as much as you can about it and the third step involves learning about the various natural cures for high blood pressure that are primarily because they come free of side-effects. Read More→

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How to Lower Blood Pressure

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Thursday, March 18th, 2010
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lower blood pressureBlood Pressure refers to the pressure created by the blood against the walls of veins, arteries and heart chambers. Blood pressure rises and falls in a systematic pattern through out the day but if it remains high for a fairly long duration then a person is said to be suffering from high blood pressure. This condition is also known as Hypertension in medical terminology. High B.P.(blood pressure) is extremely harmful as the heart has to work harder and causes arteries to harden. The result of this could be a deadly heart attack. A heart attack has some adverse effects which results in other serious ailments like vision loss and kidney failure. The common perception was that only people above the age of 50 are prone to heart attacks. But due to modern erratic lifestyles which can use high stress, even young adults are falling prey to this killer health problem. Read More→

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Carpal Tunnel Surgery Recovery

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Sunday, March 14th, 2010
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Any surgery requires a period of rest and relaxation after the surgery. For Carpal tunnel surgery recovery one needs to take a few days off from regular activities. In order to recover quickly one needs to avoid exerting pressure on the region.

There are plenty of dietary changes that you need to make for carpal tunnel surgery recovery. These changes are not specific to this type of surgery but can be followed for all surgeries. There are also a few changes that you need to make in your daily life in order to return to life as usual before the surgery. Doctors recommend the use of the wrist in a period of two days after the surgery. You may experience lots of pain; however it is a means of recovering quickly. Read More→

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