...of developing endometrial cancer include obesity; never having given birth; the use of hormone-containing medications (including tamoxifen to treat breast cancer, and hormone replacement therapy); and smoking. People who have...
...family history of prostate cancer Men affected by obesity and/or who consume a diet high in animal fat Men of African descent, e.g. African-American men Prostate cancer can remain in...
...* **Reduced risk of chronic diseases:** Studies have linked poor sleep quality to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and obesity. **Q: What are the signs of sleep...
...and diet. Who Should Undergo and Expected Results Obesity is a serious medical condition that is becoming increasingly more common. With this condition, there is an accumulation of excessive body...
...cell tumours Endocrine disorders Chronic liver disease Aromatase excess syndrome Peutz-Jeghers syndrome Obesity Medications Ketoconazole Cimetidine Human growth hormone Human chorionic gonadotropin Excess fatty tissue Individual cases of gynaecomastia are...
...likely to have a higher body mass index and develop obesity than those who sleep more. Plus, sleep deprivation might also alter levels of hormones that control hunger and appetite. As a general rule...
...difficulties Classic facial features (almond-shaped eyes, narrow forehead) Genital abnormalities Childhood to Adulthood Excessive food cravings Weight gain and potential obesity Delayed growth and puberty onset Intellectual and learning disabilities...
...with age * **Female gender:** Women are more likely to develop gallstones than men * **Obesity:** Excess weight increases cholesterol production * **Rapid weight loss:** Rapid weight loss can release...
...contents to flow back into the esophagus. Factors that can contribute to GERD include: * Hiatal hernia * Obesity * Smoking * Certain medications * Pregnancy **Treatment for GERD:** Treatment...
...one’s diet. Other factors that may increase the risk of hemorrhoids include:[1] Obesity or being overweight Pregnancy Repeated heavy lifting Coughing or vomiting regularly Age (older people are more susceptible...
