Disease Guide: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Clinical Treatment Protocols

For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.

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Dopamine and Stress Response

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Robin Wood-Moen

Dopamine, like norepinephrine, is a neurotransmitter in the brain that initiates adrenalin, a hormone, during the activation of the stress response. The stress response is generally self-regulating, ready to respond to a potential threat and then back down once the threat is lifted.

Breads for a Diabetes-Friendly Diet

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Robin Wood-Moen

Bread consumption can often hinder the control of blood glucose in diabetics. Many types of bread are laden with carbohydrates and sugar causing blood glucose to rise.

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Signs of Dying With Congestive Heart Failure

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Robin Wood-Moen

Congestive heart failure is a chronic and life threatening medical condition. This condition begins with an initial trauma to the heart or infection and symptoms can vary depending on the side of the heart that has the most damage. Penn State Milton S.

Robin Wood-Moen began writing in 2000. She is an academic researcher in health psychology, psychoneuroimmunology, religion/spirituality, bereavement, death/dying, meaning-making processes and CAM therapies. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in forensic-social sciences from University of North Dakota, a Master of Science in psychology and is working on her Ph.D. in health psychology, both from Walden University.