Question 1

degradation of short term memory. had anxiety for many years and have been taking cipramel for about 15 years.  short term memory is getting a problem.  do you have any advice of what i can do to improve my memory ?

Accepted Answer

Practice: Best way to preserve brain function is to use it , do things that demand memory skills Dr. Amen has a program you can belong to called brain fit.  https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/brain-games-help-stay-young/

Question 2

how to treat the degradation of neural processes due to encephalitis?

Accepted Answer

Treat encephalitis: There are some cases where anti viral agents can treat disorders such as herpes encephalitis.  For most viral infections, treatment is symptomatic, keeping the intracranial pressure in an appropriate range, use of medications to treat brain swelling  and if necessary the use of lowering body temperature to reduce brain activity.

Question 3

my dad has degradation of his lower spine with lower back pain sometimes very bad. i have the same kind of pain. could this be happening to me at 19?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: It's true that certain forms of arthritis are genetically passed in families. If you are having exactly the same low back pain symptoms as your father had at a young age &amp; there's no other reason why this should be the case in you &amp; if studies can be shown to be positive then, it's possible you may have a heretable form of problem. Again, your seeing a doctor for your symptoms should be Job 1.

Question 4

does viewing a computer screen cause permanent eye damage/degradation at a faster-than-normal rate?

Accepted Answer

Not really: It is a good idea to keep a normal distance to  prevent the effects of radiation from the screen, 

the effects on the eyes have not been reported in the literature to the best of my knowledge.

Question 5

ed hypothesises i had dengue fever years ago causing immune system degradation. my body gets viruses monthly. any immune system advice in meantime?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I can't address what dengue might have done to you, but I'd be surprised if your immune system was "degraded". I suspect you're simply a good observer of your body and notice minor viral illnesses, and that the stresses of life may make you feel as if something's been weakened when in fact you're a tough guy. To boost measurable immune parameters, nothing compares with hard-core physical fitness.

Question 6

could sepsis causes degradation of proteins in blood?

Accepted Answer

In a sense: Sepsis is a reflection of an inflammatory process in the body and can affect every organ. It is usually caused by infection, but not always. Sepsis induces a catabolic state-that where the body is breaking down tissues and proteins. With proper treatment, the body will return to an anabolc state-building up again. How long this takes depends on severity of illness.

Question 7

is any screen or shield needed to limit radiation from computer screens to prevent eye degradation?

Accepted Answer

No: Computers do not cause vision problems. Some people find that staring at a computer screen for many hours a day contributes to a condition called dry eye. You may help avoid this by reminding yourself to blink every few seconds and by looking away from the screen every few minutes. See your doctor if you have eye problems.

Question 8

why do  doctors order fibrinogen degredation product?

Accepted Answer

HEPARIN: Heparin is administered for several days to control dic, increase fibrinogen and platelets.Fibrinogen is the precursor of fibrin.

Question 9

what medications degrade a person's mental capacity?

Accepted Answer

Medications AND mental capacity: What a topic. I would say that practically all Psychiatric medications, one way or an other have some side effects. Antihistamines, antibiotics, corticosteroids, analgesics, endocrine/metabolism, neurologic, asthma/pulmonary, emergency
Etc.

Question 10

does zoloft (sertraline) expire? if so how long does it take to be harmful? or does it just degrade?

Accepted Answer

Usually 1 year: Medications usually are good for one year. Check with the pharmacist if unsure of date of the zoloft (sertraline) you received.

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Degradation of short term memory. had anxiety for many years and have been taking cipramel for about 15 years. short term memory is getting a problem. do you have any advice of what i can do to improve my memory ?

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How to treat the degradation of neural processes due to encephalitis?

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My dad has degradation of his lower spine with lower back pain sometimes very bad. i have the same kind of pain. could this be happening to me at 19?

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Does viewing a computer screen cause permanent eye damage/degradation at a faster-than-normal rate?

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Ed hypothesises i had dengue fever years ago causing immune system degradation. my body gets viruses monthly. any immune system advice in meantime?

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Could sepsis causes degradation of proteins in blood?

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Is any screen or shield needed to limit radiation from computer screens to prevent eye degradation?

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Why do doctors order fibrinogen degredation product?

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What medications degrade a person's mental capacity?

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Does zoloft (sertraline) expire? if so how long does it take to be harmful? or does it just degrade?

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