Hypertension

Study design and participants This cross-sectional correlational study was performed to investigate the relationship between prenatal care, depression, anxiety, stress, and postpartum depression in women who have recently given birth to a baby. The research samples are women who gave birth (via vaginal delivery or cesarean section) 3 days ago. The sample size included 186 women who gave birth to a baby in the Nik-nafs maternity ward of Rafsanjan. The inclusion criteria were: (1) mothers aged 18 or above; (2) mothers without known psychological problems and disorders; (3) mothers without visual and auditory processing disorders. The exclusion criteria were: (1) existence of gynecologic diseases affecting the status of pregnancy, pregnancy results, and maternal and infant health, (2) termination of pregnancy due to preterm premature rupture of the membranes. Sample size and sampling Based on studies by Izadirad et al. [21] to determine the relationship between health literacy an...

Abstract Epidemiological evidence suggests that hypertension is associated with breast cancer risk. However, previous studies disregard blood pressure components in the healthy population. We aimed to examine the relationship between systolic and diastolic blood pressure and breast cancer risk in a Korean population-based prospective cohort. A total of 73,031 women from the Health Examinees Gem Study were followed from baseline (2004 to 2013) through 2018. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure were measured by trainee physicians at baseline recruitment and then categorized based on the international guidelines for clinical hypertension. Associations between systolic and diastolic blood pressure with overall breast cancer and stratified by premenopausal and postmenopausal status were evaluated using adjusted multivariable Cox proportional hazard regression. A total of 858 breast cancer cases were recorded for a median follow-up period of 9 years. Compared with the normal DBP ca...

Some evidence suggests consuming white rice in excess may contribute to high cholesterol. However, choosing whole grain varieties adds more fiber and nutrients to the diet and may help someone manage their cholesterol. Rice is a food staple globally, with the average American consuming 27 pounds annually. However, there is conflicting evidence on the health effects of rice and if eating it can contribute to high cholesterol. This article discusses the nutrient composition of rice and which types are most suitable for someone who needs to control their cholesterol levels. In addition, it gives advice on how much rice to eat and nutritious alternatives to include in everyday meals. Although rice does not contain cholesterol, it can affect the body in a way that may raise someone's cholesterol levels or triglycerides. In addition, there are several factors to consider to determine if rice can cause an individual to develop high cholesterol. These include: the type of rice someone eats...

Sometimes panic attacks have a trigger, like encountering conflict, public speaking, or a situation that reminds you of stressors in your life (via Healthline). They can cause intense fear, even if you're not in any actual danger, according to Mayo Clinic. While you can't die from a panic attack, it can often feel like it. You may be more likely to experience panic attacks if family members have a history of them, you've experienced trauma, you're going through a major life change, you smoke or consume caffeine excessively, or you've experienced childhood abuse. While it's common to experience one or two panic attacks in your lifetime, sometimes they become recurrent or frequent (via National Institute of Mental Health). This could mean that you have a panic disorder, where you experience multiple attacks per year or even per day. This mental health condition typically starts in late adolescence or early adulthood. Once you experience one attack, you might...

What is depression? Depression is one of the most prevalent mood disorders. It affects how you feel, think and behave. And if left untreated, it can influence your ability to function in school, work or relationships. Depression is more than just feeling sad. Life events may  trigger depression , but there is a clinical distinction between temporary negative feelings and diagnosable depression.  According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 14.8 million US adults experienced at least one major depressive disorder with severe impairment in 2020. The true number of people with clinical depression may be higher, as 60% of people don't seek medical treatment for depression. So how do you tell the difference between depression and grief? The topic can quickly become complex, with various nuances that can make it difficult to get help. We'll go through the causes, subsets and treatment options for depression in this all-in-one gui...

Have you ever suddenly experienced a rapid heartbeat or shortness of breath alongside a surge of overwhelming anxiety or fear? Did you wonder if you were dying, only to have the feelings go away within minutes or a half-hour? Chances are, what you experienced was a panic attack. So what is a panic attack, and how do you know the difference between a panic attack or something more serious, such as a heart attack? We asked UNC Health psychiatrist Dr. Mary Kimmel these and other questions about this frightening experience. What is a panic attack? A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers a physical reaction, a primitive response in your body that doesn't match the actual threat. Put another way: Your nervous system feels like you're in grave danger even though you're probably safe. "Your body is trying to protect you by going into fight-or-flight mode," Kimmel says. Many people have had panic attacks at a highly stressful moment. Fo...

Numerous studies suggest a bidirectional relationship between a person's gut and mental health. Probiotics and diet may help a person to improve both. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. At the same time, digestive diseases account for 100 million ambulatory care visits annually. Research exploring whether anxiety and gut disorders are linked has focused on the "gut-brain axis," a complex system of communication between the two organs, and the role of microorganisms in people's gastrointestinal tract. This article explores the link between gut health and anxiety, gut issues that cause anxiety, anxiety symptoms, and ways to manage anxiety and gut health. The gut or gastrointestinal system (GI) is a series of organs, nerves, hormones, and bacteria that work together to enable food digestion. The brain is directly connected to the GI by the central nervous system (...