Panic attacks can be frightening. Fortunately, though, they are physically harmless. They can occur at random or after a “triggers” event. Panic attacks will peak in intensity rapidly, and then they will subside and go away with or without medical help. People who experience panic attacks may fear that they are dying, suffocating, or having [...]
Without getting too medical or technical, fear of flying is an anxiety disorder. The fear of flying Such fears can come about during a flight, or even well before a person gets to the airport. Often, the fear has more to do with elements of the flying experience that has little or nothing to do [...]
Anemia (uh-NEE-me-eh) occurs when the body has a lower than normal number of red blood cells. This condition also occurs if the body’s red blood cells do not haveenough hemoglobin (HEE-muh-glow-bin). Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein that gives blood its red color and helps the body’s red blood cells to carry oxygen from the lungs [...]
Allergies occur as an abnormal response of the body’s immune system. People suffering from allergies have an immune system response to what is usually a harmless environmental substance such as pollen, mold, animal dander or other allergens. Allergies are a common. They affect about 2 out of every 10 Americans. What Happens During an Allergic [...]