One in Seven People Experience Tinnitus
An article on the GMTV website has claimed that one in seven people experience some form of tinnitus – a form of noise in the ears or head that is often described as ringing, whistling, humming or buzzing in the ears. It also emerged that 70% of GP’s surveyed have never had any form of training on the condition.
The research has revealed that tinnitus can cause major distress and suffering. An article on Free Press Releases reported a 65 year old man who became suicidal after the condition left him feeling distraught.
The word tinnitus derives from the latin word tinnire meanting ‘to ring. It can come in many different forms, from ringing, buzzing, whirring or whistling. Alcohol can make the symptoms worse, and the condition can occur at any age.
There are ways to manage tinnitus. The Sussex Audiology Centre offers tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT) to help to relieve the distress associated with the condition. If you are concerned or wish to see kfurther advice on the condition, visit the tinnitus website at http://www.tinnitus.org/.
Cosmetic Surgery Decisions Influenced by Reality Extreme Make-Over Shows
An article on Carefair.com has highlighted the influence reality TV shows have on decisions to undergo plastic surgery procedures.
A study has shown that four out of five people have chosen to undergo some form of cosmetic surgery after watching surgery on a reality TV show and 57% of 42 patients interviewed said they frequently watched shows involving cosmetic surgery procedures.
You can read the full article at Carefair
Cosmetic Surgeon says Maybe to Teen Patients
Cosmetic Surgery in teens has always been a tough issue, with those looking to undergo surgery for the wrong reasons. Many opt for risky procedures just so they can look like the rich and famous.
A plastic surgeon in Los Angeles has however pointed out that plastic surgery in teens can be beneficial, and feels it is important that teens do not build up a negative perception of all plastic surgery procedures.
In an article on press.namct.com, Dr. Wang explains “No doubt, some cosmetic procedures aren’t right for the vast majority of teens. For instance, unless it’s an exceptional case, I don’t perform breast augmentation on anyone under 18. But other procedures can offer huge quality of life improvements to my teen patients.”
The articles states that breast augmentation is not the most common form of cosmetic surgery in teens, with rhinoplasty being the most popular cosmetic procedure. This form of surgery is also controversial, with some surgeons believing the procedure should not be performed on patients below the age of 20.
Other popular procedures include male breast reduction and ear surgery – to pin back ears that stick out too much. It is Dr. Wang’s belief that these types of cosmetic surgery are important factors in improving a teen’s self esteem. He also mentions how each case will be considered separately, and that maturity of the patient is a deciding factor.
For the full article, see: press.namct.com