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Aloe Vera – Uses and Side Effects of Aloe Vera

AloePlant Description:

Aloe is a genus of plants belonging to family asphodelaceae. Aloe is a popular houseplant having multipurpose folk remedy. Commonly known as Aloe vera. Aloe vera means true Aloe and it was originally spread throughout the Mediterranean.

Aloevera side effect

It is stem less plant , short stemmed plant growing to 100 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate, thick and fleshy, green to grey green with serrated margin. The succulent plant having leaves that are being radical, spiny and toothed. The spike of the Aloe vera plant on which the flowers are produced are of 90 cm tall. Each flower having pendulous with a tubular corolla 2-3 cm long.

Gel and latex are the two basic products of aloe vera. Gel is the leaf pulp or mucilage, the jelly-like substance obtained from the parenchymal tissue that makes up the inner portion of the Aloe vera leaves . Uses and BenefitsExternal uses Aloe vera is used externally to treat different skin conditions such as : The sap of Aloe vera heals pain and reduces inflammation. Aloe vera is mostly used for the treatment of burns and bruises. Aloe vera gel speeds the healing of insect bites, and relieves itching and dandruff. Aloe vera is the safest and stimulating purgatives to persons of sedentary habits and phlegmatic constitutions. Extract of Aloe vera are regularly used in herbal medicine and by cosmetic companies. Aloe vera is also work as the remedy for coughs, ulcers,diabetes, cancer. Internal usesAloe vera is able to enhance the formation of collagen when applied to skin wounds. Aloe vera helps intensify normal muscle joint functions. Aloe vera promotes healthy digestive surfaces throughout the esophagus and stomach. By adding Isabgol and aloe vera gel to the diet, there was a marked reduction in total lipids, total serum cholesterol, serum triglycerides,fasting and post meal blood sugar levels in diabetics. Aloe also boost the immune system and act directly an abnormal cells, thus preventing or treating cancer. Side Effects

There is evidence of significant adverse side effects: Aloe containing laxatives pose cancer risk to humans. Internal use of aloe vera latex may turn the urine red and may also cause abdominal pain. Chronic internal use may increase the likelihood of potassium losses. Overdose can also cause heart arrhythmias, nephropathies,edemas, accelerated bone deterioration. Drug Interactions

Drug interaction based on the two principles pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic. Certain medicines interact with the Aloe :some interaction may positive so they may increase the need of Aloe,some may get failed so before taking it, consult your doctor. Aloe vera is a common herb used for antibacterial and lipid lowering effects. Compounds that are present in the Aloe vera cause the reduction in prostaglandin synthesis, which may inhibit secondary aggregation, and prolongs bleeding. DosageOnly for maintenance take one in a day or every other daydose. In the presence of others with compromised immune systems take three times a day. Use Sovereign SilverT in its pure form, rather than mixing with water or anything else except for aloe * (where appropriate). Hold dose under tongue for 30 seconds before swallowing.

Do Amazon Acai Berry Juice Pills Have Any Side Effects?

Acai berries commonly found in the rainforests of South America are becoming more and more famous everyday especially in the United States and the continent of Europe. They have become a craze among many and the business class has got it right. Now we have got almost everything in the market, from acai berry juices to pills and powder. So the frequent question that arises in one’s mind is are these supplements healthy?

Well, let us divide this article into two parts – The side of the acai berry fruits and those of the pills.

Firstly while talking about the side effects of the fruits as such, these have found a regular place in the diets of the Latin Americans especially in those of the tribes. And there has been no case of any illness or health related problems as such. The only known side effect is that these berries are capable enough to reduce your appetite to a considerable level. These acai berries can bring down the levels toxic substances in your body which can lessen your weight. This can be harmful to those who are already weak and need to gain some weight.

The pills made of acai berries claim to bring down weight, increase your energy levels and even improve sexual performances. Only a few trusted brands of these pills have known to provide no side effects. But those cheaper and those that use a load of synthetic materials into their processing will for sure bring in side effects. These do not produce organic products and hence are harmful. Some companies even put up advertisements on the internet saying that they heat these fruits to provide better quality products. But acai berries should be freeze dried and heating them would be extremely destructive.

But we cannot consider that all the companies produce pills that come with ill effects. There are still a whole lot of these brands that produce pills that are extremely safe to use and they give you all benefits of the fruit. These brands do not even add sugars or preservatives that can cause risk. They are hundred percent organic and reliable. But the only one negative that comes along is that they are a little too costly due to their methods of extraction-safe and healthy.

But there are other pills which are not organic enough which can deprive your sleep or increase your heart palpitation. Also in other continents except South America these pills also use other fruits as ingredients. Hence, those you feel that may cause harm to you may be avoided. Also some pills can cause you some infection or allergy if you are prone to it like the swelling of your eyes and lips. If you find any effects like these their usage must be stopped immediately. In addition these pills are also capable of giving you stomach cramps. For this reason their intake may be avoided.

So there are both true benefits and side effects that can be caused by the consumption the acai berry pills, though not many ill effects have been reported or researched upon. As a result, the consequences can be two fold-both positive and negative. That is why we have to cautious enough while getting them in a store or at least before eating them.

To Evaluate the Extent of Side Effects of Anti-tuberculous Therapy (att) on Different Body Systems in Various Age Groups:

Authors:Bhurgri Ghulam Rasool,Momina Taki Muhammad,Shamim-Ur-Rehman,ShahMurad,RajKumar Chohan,DahriGhulam Mustafa, Shaikh zulfikar,

INTRODUCTION:

TUBERCULOSIS:

Tuberculosis, one of the oldest diseases known to affect human, is caused by bacteria belonging to mycobacterium tuberculosis complex. The disease usually affects the lungs, although in up to one third of cases other organs are involved. If properly treated, tuberculosis caused by drug susceptible strains is curable in virtually all cases. If untreated, the disease may be fatal within 5 years in more than half of cases. Transmission usually takes place through airborne spread of droplet nuclei produced by patients with infectious pulmonary tuberculosis (Mario C Raviglione, Richard JO Brein, 2003).

Tuberculosis is a disease of great antiquity. Today, tuberculosis gas become the most important communicable disease in the world, with over 8 millions cases of pulmonary tuberculosis occurring each year 95% which are in developing countries (A Gordon Leitch, 2000).

Tuberculosis is chronic granulomatous disease of human and other mammals caused by a group of closely related obligate pathogens, the mycobacterium tuberculosis complex, and comprising M. tuberculosis. The human tubercle bacillus – M. bovis – the bovine tubercle bacillus, -agricanum – a heterogeneous type found principally in effuational Africa with properties intermediate between the former two species and M-microti-a rare cause of disease involves and other small mammals but attenuated for humans. (PDO D awis et al, 2003).

Annual risk of infection

Areas

Current

Level

Annual decline

Trend (%)

Health resource

Availability

Industrialized

0.04-0.1

>10

Excellent

Middle income Latin America

West Asia

0.5-1.5

5-10

Good

Middle income East and South

Eest Asia

1.0-2.5

<5

Good

Sub-Saharan Africa

Indian Subcontinent

1.0-2.5

0-3

Poor

How Do You Manage the Common Side Effects of Mesothelioma Radiotherapy?

The commonest forms of mesothelioma cancer are pleural{chest}mesothelioma and abdominal mesothelioma.They are usually treated by a combination of surgery ,chemotherapy and radiotherapy. These are some of commonly encountered side effects of radiotherapy treatment:

Side effects of chest radiotherapy

Radiation treatment to the chest in the treatment of pleural mesothelioma may cause swallowing problems, cough, or shortness of breath. You should inform your doctor if you notice any of these side effects.

Other side effects may include breast soreness and swelling from fluid build-up in the treated area. These side effects most likely will go away a month or 2 after you finish radiation therapy. If fluid build-up continues to be a problem (a condition called lymphedema), ask your doctor what steps you can take.

Skin in the treated area may turn red or get darker. This will most likely fade 1 or 2 months after you finish the radiotherapy treatment.
When radiation treatments include the chest area, the lungs can be affected. One early change is a decrease in the levels of surfactant, the substance that helps keep the air passages open. This keeps the lungs from fully expanding, and may cause shortness of breath or cough. These symptoms are sometimes treated with steroids.

A possible late effect of radiation to the lungs is fibrosis (stiffening or scarring). When this happens, the lungs can no longer fully inflate and take in air. If a large area of the lungs is treated with radiation, these changes can cause shortness of breath and less tolerance for physical activity.

Side effects of abdominal radiotherapy.

If you are having radiation treatment to the stomach or some part of the abdomen (belly) for the treatment of abdominal mesothelioma, you may experience symptoms of vomiting, nausea, or diarrhea. Your doctor can give you medicines to help relieve these symptoms. You might also consider the use of home remedies, but make sure you discuss with your health team about these home remedies before taking them.

Managing nausea

You could feel nauseated a few hours right after completion of radiation therapy. If you are experiencing this symptom it is better that you do not take any meal several hours before you commence treatment. You may be able to handle the treatment better on an empty stomach. After treatment, you may want to wait 1 to 2 hours before eating. If the problem persists, ask your doctor about medicines to prevent and treat nausea. Be sure to take the medicine as prescribed.

If you notice nausea before your treatment, eat a bland snack, such as toast or crackers, and try to relax as much as possible. Here are some tips to help an upset stomach:

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