- 21. Pulmonary embolism
- (Pulmonary embolism)
- ... clots, including: Smoking. For reasons that aren't well understood, tobacco use predisposes some people to blood clot formation, especially when combined with other risk factors. Being overweight. Excess ...
- 22. Varicose veins
- (Varicose veins)
- ... may increase your risk of varicose veins. Family history. If other family members had varicose veins, there's a greater chance you will too. Obesity. Being overweight puts added pressure ...
- 23. Varicocele
- (Varicocele)
- ... However, some research suggests that being overweight may increase your risk. A varicocele may cause: Shrinkage of the affected testicle (atrophy). The bulk of the testicle comprises sperm-producing ...
- 24. Esophageal varices
- (Esophageal varices)
- ... excess amount of body fat can damage your liver. Lose weight if you are obese or overweight. Use chemicals sparingly and carefully. Follow the directions on household chemicals, such as cleaning ...
- 25. Rectocele
- (Rectocele)
- ... Chronic cough or bronchitis Repeated heavy lifting Being overweight or obese Pregnancy and childbirth Pregnancy and childbirth increase the risk of posterior prolapse. This is because the muscles, ...
- 26. Uterine prolapse
- (Uterine prolapse)
- ... coughing. Lose weight if you're overweight or obese. Kegel exercises Kegel exercises strengthen your pelvic floor muscles, which support the uterus, bladder and bowel. A strong pelvic floor provides ...
- 27. Stress incontinence
- (Stress incontinence)
- ... than is normal vaginal delivery. Multiple vaginal deliveries also may be associated with a higher risk. Body weight. People who are overweight or obese have a much higher risk of stress incontinence. ...
- 28. Healthy and Nutritious Foods For A Growing Mouth
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Statistics show that 22 million children in the world under the age of five are overweight. Young children grow and learn at an astonishing rate and should be physically very active, as physical activity ...
- 29. Urinary incontinence
- (Urinary incontinence)
- ... mean that you'll have incontinence. Incontinence isn't normal at any age — except during infancy. Being overweight. Being obese or overweight increases the pressure on your bladder and surrounding ...
- 30. Umbilical hernia
- (Umbilical hernia)
- ... infants appear to have a slightly increased risk of umbilical hernias. The condition affects boys and girls equally. For adults, being overweight or having multiple pregnancies may increase the risk ...
- 31. Back to School Health Tips
- (Shanghai Health)
- ... or the dangers of drugs. Provide preventive care. This might include guidance if a child is overweight or sexually active. For a limit of time, Sinoaid offers the following back to school Health ...
- 32. Blood Pressure Test in Shanghai
- (Health Check-ups Shanghai)
- ... for developing heart disease, such as being overweight or having a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease. If you've already been diagnosed with high or low blood pressure, you should have ...
- 33. Men Health - Get Health Screening in Shanghai
- (Health Check-ups Shanghai)
- ... have any other concerns. Syphilis in Shanghai Ask your doctor or nurse whether you should be screened for syphilis in Shanghai. Overweight and Obesity in Shanghai The best way to learn if you ...
- 34. Women Health - Health Screenings in Shanghai
- (Health Check-ups Shanghai)
- ... than 65, talk to your Shanghai health care team about whether you should be tested. Overweight and Obesity in Shanghai The best way to learn if you are overweight or obese is to find your body mass ...
- 35. Water on the knee
- (Water on the knee)
- ... refer you to a physical therapist to learn how to strengthen these muscles to better support your knee. Be gentle with your knees. If you're overweight and plan to start exercising as part of a ...
- 36. High blood pressure (hypertension)
- (High blood pressure (hypertension))
- ... blood pressure tends to run in families. Being overweight or obese. The more you weigh, the more blood you need to supply oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. As the volume of blood circulated through ...
- 37. Heartburn
- (Heartburn)
- ... stomach and causing acid to back up into your esophagus. If your weight is healthy, work to maintain it. If you are overweight or obese, work to slowly lose weight — no more than 1 or 2 pounds (0.5 to ...
- 38. Heart Disease
- (Heart Disease)
- ... being overweight and smoking. All of these are major risk factors for developing atherosclerosis and, in turn, cardiovascular disease. Causes of heart arrhythmia Common causes of abnormal heart rhythms ...
- 39. Diabetes
- (Diabetes)
- ... in your bloodstream. Exactly why this happens is uncertain, although as in type 1 diabetes, it's believed that genetic and environmental factors play a role in the development of type 2. Being overweight ...
- 40. COPD
- (COPD)
- ... strength. If you're underweight, your doctor may recommend nutritional supplements. If you're overweight, losing weight can significantly help your breathing, especially during times of exertion. Avoid ...
