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Anemia occurs when the number or size of a persons red blood cells are too low. Red blood cells are important because they carry oxygen from your lungs to all parts of your body. Without enough oxygen, your body cannot work as well as it should, and you feel tired and run down. Anemia can [...]

Definition By Mayo Clinic staff Orthostatic hypotension — also called postural hypotension — is a form of low blood pressure that happens when you stand up from sitting or lying down. Orthostatic hypotension can make you feel dizzy or lightheaded, and maybe even faint. Orthostatic hypotension can happen to anyone but is more common in [...]

First of all, quit donating blood until your hemoglobin gets back to the norm for men which is 14.0 to 18.0 gm / dl. That was probably obvious to you. Iron is very important because it is responsible for transporting oxygen to muscles and organs, including your brain. If the iron content of the blood [...]

Natural diuretics to increase urine formation. Diuretics I received my order yesterday. which is FANTASTIC! I also wanted to say thank you. I sent an email to Ask our Experts, I was surprised at the speed [of the response]. Thanks so much for the excellent service! –Rachel Irving, Singapore What are Diuretics? The term diuretic [...]

High Blood Pressure and Diuretics (Water Pills) For high blood pressure, diuretics, commonly known as “water pills,” help your body get rid of unneeded water and salt through the urine. Getting rid of excess salt and fluid helps lower blood pressure and can make it easier for your heart to pump. Diuretics may be used [...]

Examples Thiazide diuretics Generic Name Brand Name chlorothiazide Diuril chlorthalidone and chlorthalidone combinations Clorpres, Tenoretic, Thalitone hydrochlorothiazide and hydrochlorothiazide combinations Capozide, Dyazide, Hyzaar, Lopressor HCT, Maxzide indapamide Loop diuretics Loop diuretics are prescribed for people who also have heart failure, kidney problems, or swelling in their legs (edema). But they are rarely prescribed for people [...]

Natural Diuretics Safe and Effective Ways to Lose Water Weight Jun 27, 2009 Robert Oakes Although most women are familiar with water retention caused by hormonal fluctuation in the monthly menstrual cycle, weight gain from water can affect both women and men at anytime. Since this can be uncomfortable to carry the extra weight, it [...]

Orthostatic Hypotension (cont.) What causes orthostatic hypotension? Orthostatic hypotension has many potential causes, some affecting only one part of the system that supplies blood to the brain, and others affecting two or three. Loss of fluid within the blood vessels is the most common reason to develop the symptoms of orthostatic hypotension. The fluid may [...]

Orthostatic Hypotension Medical Author: Benjamin C. Wedro, MD, FAAEM Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD What is orthostatic hypotension? What causes orthostatic hypotension? What are the risk factors for orthostatic hypotension? What are the symptoms of orthostatic hypotension? When should I call the doctor for orthostatic hypotension? How is orthostatic hypotension diagnosed? What is the [...]

Hypotension refers to the abnormal condition of low blood pressure. It is a common phenomenon during pregnancy and yet hardly any attention is paid to it. It is a dangerous condition which requires medical supervision and timely treatment.  In this condition, the circulation of blood in the arteries slows down. Since the circulation is [...]