Articles written by Jim Lowrance

While there are other types of adrenal insufficiency that fall under the category of "Addison's disease," the most common type is autoimmune adrenalitis.

Feb 4, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition of severe gluten intolerance that can causes digestive symptoms, malnutrition, anemia and damage to the digestive tract.

Feb 3, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune, inflammatory disease that affects the fluid-producing and lubricating glands and tissues in the body.

Jan 31, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

When an inventor has a new invention that he wants to be certain will sell well on the market, he can take steps that help determine the marketability of the invention.

Jan 30, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

A patent search can confirm the originality of a new invention or reveal that a similar invention has already been protected under an existing patent or patent-pending.

Jan 26, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

According to medical research and sources, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is characterized by its main symptom of "fatigue" not explained by another existing illness.

Jan 24, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Symptoms of pernicious anemia, caused by low vitamin B12 are those of other types of anemia, with the addition of neurological symptoms that can occur in severe cases.

Jan 23, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office's - Provisional Patent Program offers patent protection for one year while inventors develop their inventions.

Jan 21, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) continue to amaze, mystify and intrigue the world. As technology increases, fields of science may find more explanation for some UFOs.

Jan 16, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid diseases and thyroid hormone imbalances can cause changes and/or diseases affecting the epidermis (skin) but treatments are available.

Jan 12, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a common cause of breathing problems, including bronchitis, asthma and pneumonia.

Jan 3, 2010 - Jim Lowrance

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is more common in people ages 65 and older but can affect people at any age who have defects or damage to their heart muscles.

Dec 31, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

An inventor has two options to choose from to proceed with getting an invention marketed, self-marketing or a License Agreement.

Dec 20, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

For many anxiety disorder sufferers, the symptoms that are the most concerning are those that give them sensations of unreality.

Dec 15, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

For those who study the Bible, the question has often arisen, as to how dinosaurs relate to the Biblical record.

Dec 13, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

This doctrine also referred to as the "Ruin-Reconstruction Theory" has been included in a number of reputable Bible commentaries.

Dec 11, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Medical research has shown that a significant percent of anxiety disorders, have underlying medical and/or endocrine gland conditions as the cause of them.

Dec 10, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Some patients who start hormone replacement therapy for hypothyroidism will experience adjustment symptoms to the new dose.

Dec 5, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

This procedure abbreviated - RAI is performed by giving a patient an oral dose of radioactive iodine, which causes thyroid tissue death to cease its hyper-functioning.

Nov 14, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

When an inventor is planning to submit an invention to industry for outright sale or for licensing or to market it himself, there is vital information needed to proceed.

Nov 11, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Metabolic Syndrome (METS) affects an estimated 25% of Americans in-general with people age 50 and above being the most affected (44% in this age group).

Nov 11, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

This book titled The Mitral Valve Prolapse Syndrome/Dysautonomia Survival Guide is an excellent source of education for those experiencing this common heart murmur.

Oct 21, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

There are basically four types of lupus erythematosus (LE). The disease is also considered to be of the inflammatory and rheumatic type.

Oct 15, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Nearly 7-million adults suffer from Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) in the U.S. alone and for some this chronic anxiety condition can become disabling.

Oct 5, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Mitral Valve Prolapse (MVP) is a common heart murmur affecting as much as 20% of the general population. When it causes symptoms, it is referred to as MVP-Syndrome.

Oct 2, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Many medical research articles cite the Epstein-Barr Virus as being highly associated with autoimmune diseases, one of these being Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

Sep 30, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Hyperthyroid disorders account for approximately 20% of thyroid disorder cases. An overactive thyroid gland can cause an array of symptoms but treatments are available.

Sep 29, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Hypothyroid conditions account for about 80% of abnormal thyroid function cases. There are varied symptoms, causes, diagnostic methods and treatments for hypothyroidim.

Sep 28, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The normal reference range for Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (diagnostic TSH) is not the same as the range used by most doctors for treating underactive thyroid glands.

Sep 27, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Hypothyroidism is well known for causing depression and hyperthyroidism is well known for causing anxiety symptoms. For some patients these symptoms manifest early.

Sep 25, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Many non-prescription products are offered claiming to improve thyroid function. Some are also advertised as treatments for hypothyroidism.

Sep 23, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid patients often relate better to fellow-patients who are going through similar struggles to find effective treatments, symptom relieve and best quality-of-life.

Sep 22, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The debate is ongoing as to which type hormone replacement therapy is best. The answer is not actually a "one size fits all" one but one of patient-individuality.

Sep 21, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

People with thyroid disease and especially those with slowed metabolism from hypothyroidism can benefit from the guidance offered in this book.

Sep 20, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid Eye Disease more commonly affects people with hyperthyroid conditions but can also occur in hypothyroid patients with thyroid autoimmunity.

Sep 19, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Most treated hypothyroid patients experience significant symptom relief and regain normal metabolism, while others experience difficulties with inadequate treatment.

Sep 18, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Subclinical hypothyroidism is a term meaning an under-active thyroid gland is not at full-blown level and knowing when to treat these cases can be difficult for doctors.

Sep 17, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Approximately 20% of thyroid disease cases are hyperthyroid conditions. There are several causes for overactive thyroid disorders and treatments available for them.

Sep 15, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Patients with either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism can experience symptoms related to their digestive tracts that improve with treatment of thyroid hormone imbalance.

Sep 14, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

In addition to symptoms that occur due to thyroid hormone imbalances, they may also occur as a result of autoimmune thyroid disease processes.

Sep 13, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Mary Shomon addresses menopause and thyroid conditions in this invaluable resource and sheds essential understanding on how these conditions can be interconnected.

Sep 12, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid disease has many of the same symptoms as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and in fact the two conditions can coexist or in some cases have been misdiagnosed.

Sep 11, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

There are a variety of tests used to both detect thyroid hormone imbalances and to monitor the treatments for them.

Sep 11, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

While a person can sometimes detect a goiter and/or thyroid nodules by self examination, a definitive diagnoses must be given by a qualified physician.

Sep 6, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

There are genetic factors and other natural events that occur in life that place people at higher risk for the development of thyroid disease.

Sep 4, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Patients who have been well-treated for either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism may sometimes need the additional help of SSRI antidepressant medications.

Sep 3, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

With treated hypothyroidism the therapy is a set dose of thyroid hormone replacement. Patients need to be aware of things that can affect thyroid hormone levels.

Sep 1, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid Storm is a condition in which a thyroid patient experiences sudden, severe hyperthyroidism that requires emergency treatment to prevent injury or death.

Aug 31, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Many famous people have come forward to relate the fact that they suffer various thyroid conditions. Their stories have helped educate the public about these diseases.

Aug 31, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Anxiety disorder sufferers can go through phases in which anxiety symptoms are more easily triggered but there are methods for helping to avoid anxiety-sensitization.

Aug 30, 2009 - Jim Lowrance