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Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction

What is Erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve or sustain an erection suitable for sexual intercourse. Causes include medications, chronic illnesses, poor blood flow to the penis, drinking too much alcohol, or being too tired. Research The MTHFR genes play important rolls in the metabolism of folate and homocysteine. Mutations in the …

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Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular Disease

What Is Cardiovascular Disease? Heart disease, such as coronary heart disease, heart attack, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease, is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. Cardiovascular Disease also encompasses high cholesterol, high triglycerides and hypertension. Prevention includes quitting smoking, lowering cholesterol, controlling high blood pressure, maintaining a …

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Alcoholism

Alcoholism

What is Alcoholism? The syndrome due to physical dependence on alcohol, such that sudden deprivation may cause withdrawal symptoms – tremours, anxiety, hallucinations and delusions. Usually several years of heavy drinking is needed for alcoholism to develop, but the range is from one to 40 years. Alcoholism impairs intellectual function, physical skills, memory and judgment. …

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