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		<title>Acid Reflux &#8211; Part 1 &#8211; Introduction</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Acid reflux occurs when one of two closures, or "sphincters," in the esophagus fail to remain sealed after food and/or liquid pass through them on the way to one's stomach The two sphincters are located at each end of the esophagus The first one is at the top, directly behind the larynx and pharynx The second one is at the bottom, directly above the stomach There are two forms of acid reflux - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) Either form can cause serious and permanent damage, including some forms of cancer, if not diagnosed and treated on a timely basis Please read further in Parts 2 and 3 for some of the symptoms, tests for diagnosis and evaluation, and treatments commonly used to control this potentially devastating disease Should you discover that you have any of the symptoms, please seek medical help quickly so that you can minimize the risks of permanent damage For your convenience, see the following pronunciation key and a few definitions to assist with some of the terminology in the three parts provided: Pronunciations: Bronchi - bron'-ki Dysphagia - diss-fay'-gee-ah Endoscopy - en-dos'-cop-ee Gastroesophageal - gas'-tro-ess-off'-ah-gee'-al Gingivitis - jin'-jiv-eye'-tiss Halitosis - hal'-ih-toe'-siss Hiatal Hernia - hi-ay'-tal her'-nee-ah Laryngitis - lair'-in-ji'-tiss Laryngopharengeal - lair-in'-go-fair'-in-gee'-al Laryngoscopy - lair'-in-goss'-cop-ee Larynx - lair'-innks Odynophagia - oh-din'-oh-fay'-gee-ah Pharynx - fair'-innks Trachea - tray'-key-ah Definitions: Bronchi - large tubes between the trachea and the lungs Dysphagia - dysfunctional swallowing (see article 3 for further explanation) Dysphonia - change in, weakness of, or cracking of one's voice when speaking or singing Endoscopy - a procedure in which a tube containing fiber optic filaments and a microscopic lens is inserted into one's esophagus to assess and diagnose GERD Gingivitis - a form of gum disease Halitosis - chronic bad breath, frequently caused by illness and/or disease Laryngoscopy - similar to the endoscopy, except that this is used to assess the condition of one's larynx and pharynx Larynx - voice box Pharynx - throat Odynophagia - pain when swallowing (see article 3 for further information) Sphincter - a band of muscle tissue which closes to prevent involuntary evacuation of material(s) from one's body ]]></description>
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		<title>Discover The Health Benefits Of Quercetin</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The benefits of quercetin You've heard it a million and one timesan apple a day keeps the doctor away Well now we may know a little bit better why this old adage is true Apples are a rich source of a potent flavonoid called quercetin It is a pigment with antioxidant properties and found in not only apples, but red wine, red grapes, cherries, and raspberries Notice that all of these fruits have dark pigment You've probably heard by now that red wine, for example, is healthier than white wine This is in part due to the higher flavonoid content However, quercetin can also be found in non-red pigmented fruits and veggies such as broccoli, a variety of leafy greens, citrus fruits, and more Visit the page benefits of quercetin to learn about two other excellent sources of this flavonoid Health Benefits Quercetin has been ascribed a wide range of benefits Although a lot of this research is in its preliminary phases, some of the possible health benefits include: 1 Neutralizing free radicals before they damage cells because of its antioxidant properties 2 Helping combat prostate cancer 3 Alleviatie bruising, varicose veins, and improve fragile capillaries 4 Enhancing cardiovascular health by countering the oxidation of bad cholesterol 5 Improve lung functioning and a host of respiratory diseases (ex: bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, etc) Quercetin is not the only flavonoid known to have benefits Others worthy of mention are: hesperidin and rutin All three are often combined together in quality nutritional supplements for synergistic effects Quercetin and Bromelain Quercetin and bromelain are often searched for together too Bromelain is a beneficial digestive enzyme derived from pineapple Other beneficial enzymes in this class include: lipase and protease, which are often combined together in quality supplement Precautions and Side Effects Various studies with quercetin have not shown any side effects to date However, research into quercetin is in its early stages so if you are considering using this supplement do not use mega-doses Efficacy and safety for such dosages has not yet been established Always talk to your doctor before beginning supplementation of any kind Now that you're armed with this information, your next step is to learn how to choose a quality quercetin supplement This is important because the supplement market is unregulated and many products have been shown to not even contain what's stated on the label ]]></description>
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		<title>Heart Health: Five Things You Need To Know About Your Heart</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The heart is one of the most important organs in your body, and in some ways the most familiar; we know we have to keep it healthy to live well, most of us know someone who has had a heart problem or even a heart attack, and it’s one of the few organs that we can actually feel as it functions (just put your hand in the middle of your chest!) But there are some things that you may not know about your heart that can help you understand why it’s so important 1 Athletes actually appear to have smaller hearts The heart is a muscle, as are your biceps But while striving for big muscles might be an athlete’s visible goal, on x-ray a really good athlete’s heart looks SMALLER than average That’s a sign of an efficient heart – a heart that pumps blood well squeezes very hard to send as much blood as possible to the body with every beat An enlarged heart, in contrast, may indicate that the heart’s having to work too hard because of muscle damage or the increased effort of moving blood through clogged arteries 2 The “lub-dub” that your heart makes when beating is the sound of heart valves closing The human heart has four chambers with valves – little one-way doors – between them If the heart is working correctly, you hear “lub” when blood first enters the heart and ‘dub” after it leaves If doctor hears a ‘swish” or “gurgle” - murmurs - instead of a thump, that may be a sign that the valves aren’t working as well as they should Extra sounds (lub-dadub) sometimes indicate uncoordinated valve action (indicating heart injury) but it may be just be the sign of a young and athletic heart 3 The heart needs blood, just like all your other organs The heart fills with blood and then pumps the blood to the body about once a second or more But it doesn’t take nutrients and oxygen directly from the blood before pumping it; instead it pumps the heart through a series of blood vessels called arteries Each organ has groups of arteries that deliver oxygen and nutrients to it – including the heart! These are called “coronary” arteries; if these arteries are narrowed or damaged, the heart may have trouble receiving the nutrients and oxygen it needs to live 4 Heart cells (myocytes) are precious Unlike skin, which quickly heals after most injuries, if heart cells are injured or killed during a myocardial infarction (or “heart attack”) they are difficult to repair or replace For many years, in fact, it was believed that you only had one set of myocytes, and once damaged, they could never be replaced Recent research suggests that there may be cells in the heart (stem cells) that can develop into myocytes if needed, but how they are triggered and how long it takes them to repair damaged tissue isn’t known It is known however that heart damage is difficult to overcome, so prevention is an important part of taking care of your heart 5 Your heart is a piece of electronic equipment Myocytes use electrical signals as a means of communicating with one another and coordinating the beating of the heart The flow of electricity is recordable by an electrocardiograph (ECG) An ECG of a damaged heart can be comparing the flow of electrical waves in the heart to waves in the normal heart to determine what sort of damage has been done In addition, if there is significant damage to the electrical communication between heart cells, an artificial pacemaker (usually called a pacemaker) may be implanted in the heart to coordinate the electrical signals used and keep the heart beat regular and coordinated Many hospitals request that cell phones not be used in certain locations in the hospital because of artificial pacemakers - in rare cases, cell phones have been known to interfere with the functioning of pacemakers Pacemaker users are recommended to use their cell on the opposite side from where their pacemaker is implanted Kajstura J, “Myocyte growth in the failing heart,” Surgical Clinics of North America Volume 84, issue 1, p 161-177, 2004 von Harsdorf, R “Regenerative capacity of the myocardium: implications for treatment of heart failure,” Lancet, Volume 363, issue 9417, p 1306-1313, 2004 Myerson, S and Mitchell, A, “Mobile phones in hospitals,” British Medical Journal, Volume 326, pages 460-461, 2003 Copyright (C) ShoppeMD and Ian Mason, 2004-2005 Ian Mason, owner of ShoppeMD, your source for Online Prescription Medications, drug information and support forums Ian is a fat-to-fit student of health, weight loss, exercise, and several martial arts; maintaining several websites in an effort to help provide up-to-date and helpful information for other who share his interests in health of body and mind ]]></description>
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		<title>Diabetes And Its Effects</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ What is Diabetes A disease in which the body does not properly control the amount of sugar in the blood As a result, the level of sugar in the blood is too high This disease occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or does not use it properly A disease in which the body does not properly control the amount of sugar in the blood As a result, the level of sugar in the blood is too high This disease occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or does not use it properly Diabetes mellitus is a medical disorder characterised by varying or persistent hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels), especially after eating All types of diabetes mellitus share similar symptoms and complications at advanced stages Hyperglycemia itself can lead to dehydration and ketoacidosis Longer-term complications include cardiovascular disease (doubled risk), chronic renal failure (it is the main cause for dialysis), retinal damage which can lead to blindness, nerve damage which can lead to erectile dysfunction (impotence), gangrene with risk of amputation of toes, feet, and even legs Serious complications are much less common in people who control their blood sugars well with lifestyle and medications Patient understanding and participation is vital, as blood glucose levels change continuously Treatments that return the blood sugar to normal levels can reduce or prevent development of the complications of diabetes Other health problems that accelerate the damaging effects of diabetes are smoking, elevated cholesterol levels, obesity, high blood pressure, and lack of regular exercise Diabetes Types: There are two types of Diabetes are explained as follows: Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes Type 1 diabetes: Type 1 diabetes is a life-long condition in which the pancreas stops making insulin Without insulin, the body is not able to use glucose (blood sugar) for energy To treat the disease, a person must inject insulin, follow a diet plan, exercise daily, and test blood sugar several times a day Type 1 diabetes usually begins before the age of 30 Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes also known as non-insulin dependent diabetes, typically occurs after the age of 40 years A resistance to insulin develops, often exacerbated by excess weight, leaving the pancreas unable to produce enough insulin to compensate Diabetes mellitus: A group of disorders in which there is a defect in the transfer of glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream into cells, leading to abnormally high levels of blood sugar Bronze diabetes: A genetic disease in which the body takes in too much iron from food, this causes excess iron to be deposited in the liver and heart and other organs, eventually leading to organ failure and death Adult-onset diabetes: adult-onset diabetes is the former term for non-insulin dependent, or Type 2 diabetes This term is no longer in use because, although this condition usually occurs after 40 years of age, it may develop much earlier ]]></description>
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		<title>What Is The Treatment That Some Experts Are Calling A &#8216;cure&#8217; For
Acne?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ In order to 'cure' acne a drug must aggressively address the root causes of the disease, and stop it in its path Unfortunately there are so many contributing factors that cause acne, there is never going to be a single miracle cure that is able to address all of these causes However there is a drug that statistically helps 60% of people treated with it, to effectively be cured from acne, and not require any further treatment This drug is called Isotretinoin (Roaccutane), and it works by stopping the driving forces behind acne - the excess production of sebum, and the building up of the ducts, which combine to cause blockages of the pores The treatment is both very powerful, and at the same time causes a range of troublesome side-effects, including: 1) Extreme dryness of the skin 2) Extreme dryness of the soft mucous membranes such as inside the lips and eyelids 3) Muscle and joint pains 4) Acne can be worsened for the first 8 weeks of treatment 5) Foetal damage if the drug is taken during pregnancy 6) Elevated liver enzymes Regular blood tests are required during the treatment, which generally lasts 4 months This is a critical requirement of the treatment, and is part of the licensing of the use of this drug for acne, and should not be ignored The blood tests will monitor liver enzymes which can be elevated by the use of the drug This potential adverse effect on the liver may also preclude individuals that already have liver damage (for example from excessive alcohol abuse) from taking the drug This drug is very much a doubled edged sword, in that it is both very powerful, but has some serious downsides It must only be taken under the close supervision of a specialist in this area, and the full implications should be spelt out, at the outset of the treatment You should insist on a copy of the leaflet produced by the drug company, to make sure you fully understand all aspects of its use This is not the sort of treatment you buy over the internet, and administer to yourself ]]></description>
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		<title>Antioxidants: Combating Aging And Disease</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:14:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Copyright 2006 Sylvia Riley Wouldn't we all like to age gracefully (if at all for that matter!) and ward off the wrinkly signs and ill symptoms for as long as possible Keys to longevity may be more accessible than we think, and it appears our diets play a critical role Antioxidants are the knights in shining armor that subjugate the attack of free radicals in the body, the hazardous molecules that damage cells and procure aging and disease Though antioxidants are produced naturally in the body, these decline with age, hence an increasing need to acquire them from the foods in our diet Before examining antioxidants more closely, it is important to take a look at the free radicals they serve to neutralize Free Radicals Free radicals are created as by-products in our use of oxygen during metabolism such as the burning of food for energy They are essentially oxidant molecules that are missing an electron and seek to restore themselves by targeting nearby cells in an attempt to recover this electron, potentially harming enzymes, DNA, proteins and cell membranes in the process This damage can mutate cells and alter cell function, increasing the risk of numerous diseases and chronic conditions including arthritis, diabetes, cataracts, cancer, heart disease and stroke Free radical damage is implicated in the onset of aging and its degenerative symptoms and diseases As well as generated within the body, free radicals come from environmental sources such as pollution, radiation, unhealthy foods, bacteria, viruses, cigarette smoke and UV light Antioxidants Antioxidants serve to mitigate the harmful effect of free radicals by giving up an electron and stabilizing them in the process Although we produce many of our own antioxidants within the body, food provides an essential source for these key players of our defense system Vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients all have antioxidant properties The most common examples include vitamins A, C and E, selenium and zinc, carotenoids, flavonoids, co-enzyme Q10, alpha-lipoic acid and glutathione As there are many different types of free radicals in the body a variety of antioxidants are required to protect against them Antioxidants function best as a team, with each other and other nutrients and phytochemicals, which is why incorporating a wide range of plant foods into your diet is recommended Phytochemical groups such as flavonoids and carotenoids correspond to the colour, taste and smell attributes of plants, hence eating a rainbow array of vegetables and fruits can offer a diverse selection of these potent antioxidants Antioxidant Rich Foods Foods especially high in antioxidants include berries, plums, pomegranates, oranges, spinach, green tea, avocado, kale, broccoli, peas, onions, grapes and pure chocolate Scientists at the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) have developed a rating scale that measures the total antioxidant capacity of a given food This is known as the ORAC score (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) Of 40 common fruits and vegetables measured by the USDA, top ranking scores were those of prunes(5770), raisins (2830), blueberries (2400 - highest of all fresh foods with other berries close behind), kale (1770), spinach (1260), Brussels sprouts (980), plums (949), alfalfa sprouts (930), broccoli florets (890), beetroots (840), oranges (750 ), red peppers (710 ) and red grapes (739) Pure cocoa surpasses all these foods with a whopping score of 26,00 units, more than 10 times the prestigious blueberry (though one is likely to eat far less in quantity) The extraordinary goji berry from Tibet also has outstanding antioxidant capacity with a score of 18,500 units; hardly surprising as they contain 500 times more vitamin C than oranges and even more beta-carotene than carrots! According to studies on animals and human blood at the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts in Boston, high-ORAC foods may slow aging processes in the body and brain Results found that high ORAC foods such as blueberries and spinach could increase the antioxidant power of human blood by 10-25%, prevent loss of long-term memory and learning ability in middle-aged rats, and protect rat blood vessels against oxygen damage Antioxidants and Aging As we age, free radical levels rise and yet the body falls short in producing necessary amounts of antioxidants to meet this challenge For example, cells generate more of the oxidants hydrogen peroxide and superoxide, yet levels of the necessary antioxidant glutathione required to neutralise these decline The Free Radical Theory of Aging, first proposed by Harman in 1954, is supported by cross-species examination of animals with regard to life span, free radical damage and antioxidant defence For example, the white-footed mouse lives about twice as long as the house mouse (8 versus 4 years), and is found to generate less oxidants and have higher levels of antioxidants As Beckman and Ames write in The Free Radical Theory of Ageing Matures (1998), 'Together, interspecies comparisons of oxidative damage, antioxidant defences, and oxidant generation provide some of the most compelling evidence that oxidants are one of the most significant determinants of life span' Very recent evidence comes from a study on dogs at the University of Toronto by Dr Dwight Tapp and colleagues who found that 'old dogs that were on an antioxidant diet performed better on a variety of cognitive tests than dogs that were not on the diet In fact, the dogs eating antioxidant-fortified foods performed as well as young animals' Additional research by Dr Rabinovitch and his team, studying aging at the University of Washington, Seattle, found that mice engineered to produce high levels of an antioxidant enzyme (catalase) lived 20 per cent longer and had less heart and other age-related diseases than controls In light of the role free radicals play in the onset of aging and disease, it is important to ensure our diets include a rich and diverse supply of antioxidants These protective agents can be found abundantly in vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds and are particularly high in superfoods ]]></description>
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		<title>Liver Detox Supplements</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The liver is involved in thousands of biochemical mechanisms making it second only to the brain in importance and complexity Natural health practitioners are also acutely aware of the detrimental effects on the liver of modern living, with its chemicals, excessive fat intake, pesticides, hormones, and stress This suggests that we as a culture are in need of liver support You should consider liver support supplementation if you: * Have a history of a Fatty Liver * Consume Alcohol * Consume Tobacco Products * Have been taking Medications/Drugs * Are exposed to Environmental Toxins or Chemicals or Second Hand Smoke * Have a history of Liver or Gall Bladder Problems Dandelion Dandelion root enhances bile flow, thus improving conditions such as liver congestion, bile duct inflammation, hepatitis, gallstones, and jaundice Dandelion increases bile flow by affecting the liver directly to cause an increase in bile production and flow to the gallbladder, and exerting a direct effect on the gallbladder by causing a contraction and release of stored bile Dandelion's hepatic tonic effect may be attributable to the high choline content Milk Thistle Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has been used since Greco-Roman times as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, particularly liver problems Several scientific studies suggest that active substances in milk thistle (particularly silymarin) protect the liver from damage caused by viruses, toxins, alcohol, and certain drugs such as acetaminophen (a common over the counter medication used for headaches and pain; acetaminophen, also called paracetamol, can cause liver damage if taken in large quantities or by people who drink alcohol regularly) Many professional herbalists recommend milk thistle extract for the prevention and/or treatment of various liver disorders including viral hepatitis, fatty liver associated with long term alcohol use, and liver damage from drugs and industrial toxins such as carbon tetrachloride ]]></description>
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		<title>When Seconds Countwhat You Should Know About Strokes</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2011 04:27:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ On average, a stroke takes the life of a loved one every three minutes, with seniors most vulnerable The average age for a stroke is about 72 and many things that cause a stroke come with aging, such as hypertension or years of diabetes or smoking Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the most common cause of adult disability What many people don't realize is that a stroke is a medical emergency and must be treated with the same urgency as a heart attack High-risk individuals--seniors, obese, hypertensive, or previous stroke victims--should be acutely aware of the warning signs: sudden numbness, confusion, vision problems, dizziness and severe headache A brain starving for oxygen Brain cells are extremely sensitive to oxygen deprivation During a stroke, brain tissue is literally starving for oxygen, so every minute counts Stroke response teams must act swiftly to stabilize blood pressure and heart rate, as well as attend to any breathing or other complications Although there are ways to prevent stroke, there is no known treatment for stroke once it has caused permanent brain injury All the more reason for swift action at the earliest onset of symptoms Lab tests and CT scans guide treatment options Once a patient is stabilized, a stroke recovery team goes to work Comprised of specialists from a wide rage of disciplines, they unite their talents and expertise to diagnose the injury and determine the best treatment plan for each patient Lab tests and state-of-the-art imaging technology--like CT scanners--can help pinpoint the location, type, nature and extent of brain damage "Clot-busting" drugs and minimally invasive techniques Based on their diagnosis, medical specialists may recommend neurointerventional treatments These minimally invasive techniques use microcatheters to deliver clot-dissolving drugs, perform clot removal and administer other treatment to the tiny damaged vessels of the brain A variety of other drugs are also being investigated for their potential to reverse damage to brain tissue caused by stroke, thus giving stroke victims greater chances for a faster and more complete recovery The new techniques allow patients to leave the hospital sooner, recover faster and have a better chance of survival Rehabilitation is critical to recovery After treatment, an acute rehabilitation unit may start a stroke patient on a managed plan of rehabilitation Prompt rehabilitation is critical because patients with the highest risk for stroke are those who have already suffered one Early rehabilitation also improves the chances of recovery Stroke rehab options may include home therapy, adult day services, home outpatient therapy, and long-term care and therapy at a skilled nursing facility ]]></description>
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		<title>Penis Disorder</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 22:24:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The male sexual organ can be affected by several penis disorders ranging in severity from swelling to nerve entrapment and impotence These disorders should be brought to the attention of a trained physician and some of them require surgery The simplest penis disorder is the swelling of the foreskin, which can result from sexual activity, including masturbation This disorder is called Oedema and it is practically harmless as long as the foreskin is in the normal position and the blood flow is present However, a doctor's advice should be sought if the swelling persists, since this could be pointing toward chronic heart disease Paraphimosis is the inability to more the foreskin over the glans either from fluid trapped in a foreskin which is left retracted or from the accumulation of fluid in the foreskin after intense sexual activity The condition can be treated by simple means If it persists for several hours, a visit to the doctor is mandatory Peyronie's disease is one of the most common penis disorders It is characterized by a curvature of the penis caused by anomalous scar tissue Surgery is usually needed only in severe cases of this penis disorder Accidents and hard cycle seats can be the source of damage to the pudendal nerve The pudendal nerve entrapment is characterized by pain on sitting and loss of sensation and orgasm It should not be confused with the loss of sensation caused by permanent nerve damage from diabetes or peripheral neuropathy As with other muscles, the penis can be torn by excessive bent Penile fracture should be treated as soon as possible in order to prevent permanent damage Priapism is a painful medical condition in which the erect penis disorder fails to return to the flaccid state Potential complications include ischaemia, thrombosis, and impotence In serious cases the condition may result in gangrene, which may necessitate amputation The best-known penis disorder of the penis is impotence, today known as erectile dysfunction Impotence is the inability to reach or maintain the erect state of the penis in order to have a satisfactory sexual performance ]]></description>
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		<title>Stop Snoring</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Jan 2011 15:38:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Of course, you would stop snoring if you could help it It irks your bed partner It embarrasses you And don't you hate being nudged in the middle of the night, because you have been snoring? ]]></description>
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