Health Tip: Why is My Nose Bleeding?

(HealthDay News) -- Nosebleeds are common in many people, often because of a respiratory illness or dry conditions.
The University of Maryland Medical Center offers this list of typical reasons for nosebleeds:

• Nasal allergies.
• Blowing your nose too hard or trying to remove something from inside the nose.
• As result of "popping" the ear.
• Nasal exposure to chemicals.
• Frequent sneezing or having an upper respiratory infection.
• Use of nasal spray or a blood-thinning drug, such as aspirin.
• Inhaling air that is extremely dry or cold.
• Having recent surgery on the nose or elsewhere on the face.
• Breaking the nose or a similar injury.
  
  
  
  

Health Tip: At Risk for Gingivitis

(HealthDay News) -- Gingivitis is a disease of the mouth that can damage the gums, ligaments and sockets that surround the teeth.

According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, people with these risk factors should be extra careful about preventing gingivitis:

• People with poor dental health or dental hygiene practices.
• Pregnant women, as certain hormonal changes can increase gum sensitivity.
• Diabetics who can't manage or control their disease.
• People with teeth that are poorly aligned, or with braces or fillings with rough edges.
• People taking certain medications, including birth control pills and phenytoin.
  

Health Tip: Warning Signs of Sleep Apnea

(HealthDay News) -- Sleep apnea is a condition that causes a person to stop breathing temporarily during sleep. When a person isn't breathing, even for brief periods, it can deprive the blood of oxygen and lead to serious complications.

Here are some common warning signs of sleep apnea that should be evaluated by your doctor. They're provided by the U.S. National Library of Medicine:

• A partner notices that you've stopped breathing for brief periods (often 10 seconds or more) during sleep.
• Feeling tired and lethargic during the day.
• Having headaches first thing in the morning.
• Poor quality of sleep, and waking often. Feeling depressed, having problems with concentration and noticing differences in your personality.
• Snoring loudly, especially as soon as you fall asleep.

Health Tip: Tobacco and Oral Health

(HealthDay News) -- You know that tobacco is bad for your health, and your mouth is no exception.

The American Dental Association says smoking or chewing tobacco can cause or contribute to:

• Cancers of the mouth.
• Gum (periodontal) disease, which can lead to lost or sensitive teeth.
• Bad breath, stained teeth, and even a stained tongue.
• Reduced ability to taste and smell.
• Slower healing after oral surgery.

Health Tip: Take Care of Your Teeth

(HealthDay News) -- If you've been diagnosed with periodontal disease, you're not alone. Some 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of the gum disease, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.

Our mouths are full of bacteria, which along with mucus and food particles form a sticky, colorless "plaque" on teeth. Brushing and flossing help get rid of plaque.




Plaque that is not removed can harden and form bacteria-laden "tartar." The longer plaque and tartar are on teeth, the more harmful they become. The bacteria cause inflammation of the gums, which is known as gingivitis.

When gingivitis is not treated, it can advance to periodontitis, characterized by the gums pulling away from the teeth and forming infected pockets. Bacterial toxins and the body's enzymes fighting the infection start to break down the bone and connective tissue that hold teeth in place.

If periodontitis isn't treated, the bones, gums and connective tissue that support the teeth are destroyed. At that point, the teeth may have to be removed.

Health Tip: Help Stop Thumbsucking

(HealthDay News) -- Many children suck their thumbs, but it can cause dental problems if children continue to suck their thumb beyond age 4.

Most children stop on their own, but continued thumbsucking could be a sign of a behavioral problem, such as anxiety or depression.

The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions to help your child quit the habit:

• Ask your pediatrician about having your child use a thumb guard.
• Apply a bitter-tasting material on your child's thumb. But always check with the child's doctor to make sure it's safe.
• Make a deal with your child. If he or she agrees to stop sucking the thumb, offer a reward.
• Offer praise and attention when you notice that your child isn't thumbsucking.
• If your child's teeth have been affected by thumbsucking, talk to the child's dentist about what can be done to correct it.

Health Tip: Help Prevent Cavities

(HealthDay News) -- Tooth decay is among the most common medical conditions, second only to the common cold, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says.
The agency offers these suggestions to help keep your teeth healthy and cavity-free:

• See your dentist every six months and have annual X-rays.
• Brush your teeth with fluoridated toothpaste at least twice a day, and floss every day.
• Avoid snacking on foods that are chewy, sticky or sugary. If you do eat them, be sure to brush right after eating.
• Avoid mints, candy and sugar-laden drinks.
• Ask your dentist if you should use a sealant on your teeth.

Health Tip: Dental Care for Seniors

(HealthDay News) -- As you age, it may become more difficult to take proper care of your teeth, especially if you have arthritis.

The Cleveland Clinic offers these suggestions to prevent tooth decay as you get older:

• If you have trouble gripping a toothbrush, make it thicker by wrapping it with tape.


• To make your toothbrush handle longer, tape an extender around the end of the handle.


• Try a tongue depressor, ice cream stick or ruler.


• Use an electric or battery-powered toothbrush.


• There are several different aids that you can buy at the drug store to make flossing easier.


• Ask your dentist for suggestions.


• Thoroughly brush your gums, tongue and the roof of your mouth with toothpaste each day before putting in your dentures.

Health Tip: Evaluate Your Diet

(HealthDay News) -- If you don't carefully monitor your diet, here are a few warning signs that you should, courtesy of the American Academy of Family Physicians:

• If your doctor has warned you about health problems or risk factors that can be controlled or improved with a better diet. These conditions include high blood pressure or high cholesterol.


• If you have a family history of heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes or cancer.


• If you are overweight or obese.


• If you have unanswered questions about the foods you eat, and whether you should take vitamins or other supplements.

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