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The residents of the Corpus Christi area are experiencing the same struggles as other Americans as they continue to confront COVID-19. The pandemic shifted how people work, communicate, and learn in ways that are still ongoing and will continue for quite some time. Managing this turbulent time is exceedingly difficult, especially for families struggling with loss of employment or family problems. Helping these families overcome challenges and move forward is BCFS Health and Human Services, an organization with a Corpus Christi location that also works throughout the country at local, regional, and federal levels.

The organization’s local office is led by Director Robin Soto, who oversees the efforts to support community members with educational, planning, and family management services. She and the local team continue to find creative ways to tackle individual problems as they try to help as many people as possible succeed academically, personally, and professionally. These efforts included improving access to career planning and educational resources and guidance and adapting the delivery of those services to fit into a virtual quarantine world.

BCFS Health and Human Services’ efforts in Corpus Christi produced several success stories. The organization worked closely with a young mother named Lena who needed help with her employment and at home. Lena has a young child and another on the way, and was struggling after losing her job at the local school district. The organization stepped in by paying a month’s rent for Lena and providing her with frequent job listings and other resources that resulted in a new job. They also connected her with a local partner organization to provide her with a crib and other items that would help her welcome a new baby.

Another Corpus Christi mother reached out to BCFS Health and Human Services for help during the pandemic. This mother of four was struggling with her children’s behavior at home, which was exacerbated by virtual learning and lockdown restrictions. She took some parenting classes offered by the organization that gave her dynamic strategies for adjusting her kids’ behavior and helping the family unit move forward. She also was given local store gift cards and board games that were provided to help manage the stress and boredom of the pandemic.

 

Medical malpractice is a complex area of the law which handles issues of negligence. The reasons why this is a complex area is because actually proving negligence in most cases is very difficult. As experts like Dr. Bruce G. Fagel talk about proof of actual medical malpractice is not easy and there are in fact many cases which they will not take on because of the fact that being able to prove it is just so difficult.

For example many patients who receive a misdiagnosis or indeed an incorrect diagnosis often claim this to be medical malpractice, the reality however is that errors are allowed in the hospital setting. Nurses and doctors are not perfect, and we cannot expect them to be so. Errors can happen but malpractice is something very different, and these are some examples of when this takes place.

Wrongful Death

The worst cases of medical malpractice are those which result in the death of a patient. When a patient dies, there is a full inquiry as to why they have died and if any foul play is suspected it is a very serious incident indeed. This could be as a result of being given the wrong medication, being treated in the wrong way or even being handled in the wrong way. Naturally any family member of the deceased will want a full inquiry and a court case if any foul play is discovered.

Mistreated

Treatment options are generally defined by the Institute of Medicine and whilst doctors do have scope within that to make their own judgements, they cannot veer to far from it. If a physician decides to go against the treatment recommendations completely and this result in long term damage to the patient then this could certainly be seen as a case for medical malpractice. It is not always the easiest to prove but if you are able to prove it then this is very much grounds for legal action.

Surgical Errors

In surgery mistakes can happen, especially if the surgery is highly detailed and delicate. This is generally accepted and in the main patients are warned of any potential issues before they are taken to the operating room, where they sign consent forms whilst of sound mind. What is not acceptable however and what is actually deemed as medical malpractice is when something happens on the operating table which occurs through negligence or miscommunication between the staff. A perfect example of this would be operating on the wrong patient, as a result of admin or clerical errors. Other examples include leaving an instrument inside the body following the surgery, causing lasting damage to organs which shouldn’t have been touched and even surgeons operating under the influence, or having been suspended.

These are all very critical and important examples and when they do take place it is essential that malpractice lawsuits are brought about, if for no other reason than to prevent the issue taking place again in the future.

 

Eczema is a long-term skin disorder, which includes a group of skin conditions that cause dry, irritated skin. No matter which body part or the skin area is affected, eczema looks different for everyone. However, you can live a normal and healthy life with eczema if you avoid irritants and manage this condition with treatment. So, what are the symptoms of eczema and available treatment options?

What Are The Symptoms Of Eczema?​

Eczema is either mild, moderate, or severe and symptom severity varies from person to person. It is also not a contagious condition, so you can’t spread this disease to another person. The common eczema symptoms include:

• Atopic eczema causes dry, itchy skin and can even cause it to crack.
• For some, pain and soreness can prevail.
• Rash and red patches on the skin.
• Inflamed skin that can become red.
• Although this condition may affect any part of the body, it tends to affect the back of the hands, insides the elbows, backs of the knees and the face and scalp in children.
• People with atopic eczema frequently have periods when symptoms are mild or unnoticeable, as well as times when symptoms become more severe (flare-ups).

 Eczema Can Affect Both The Child & The Adult’s Quality Of Life

• There can be self-esteem issues, poor sleep patterns for children if itching or pain is present, and it can become worse at night due to the heat of bed linen, therefore disturbing sleep.
• While eczema will not directly kill you, it can lead on to infections as over scratching the affected area causes a bacterial infection. Left untreated the infection can become serious.
• It can spread around the body, and if severe enough, can scar the skin. These scars can fade with time, and many do, but some extensive scarring may not leave, and this can affect self-confidence for many people.
• Eczema should not prevent a person from doing the things they want in life, getting a tattoo, working, sports, wearing make-up, or whatever they want to do. However, it is probably not the best idea to get a tattoo during a flare-up of eczema and always seek medical advice if unsure.

Treatment Options

Antihistamines 

Antihistamines block the effects of histamine (a substance in the blood that are chemicals that start the process of ridding the body of allergens). They help relieve itching associated with eczema, which can often be one of the most annoying symptoms.

Antihistamines can either be sedating, which cause drowsiness, or non-sedating. It is vital to be aware of the effects of a sedating antihistamine, follow the medicine’s instructions and the doctor’s advice.

Bandages and wet wraps

The doctor may prescribe medicated bandages, clothing, or wet wraps to wear over areas of skin affected by eczema. They can be used over emollients or with topical corticosteroids to prevent scratching, allow the skin underneath to heal, and stop the skin from drying out.

Seeing a specialist

Sometimes your doctor may refer you to a specialist in skin conditions called a dermatologist.

You may be referred if:

• a doctor is unsure what type of eczema you have
• your treatment is not controlling your eczema
• eczema is affecting your daily life
• it is not clear what is causing it

A dermatologist will carry out a full assessment and allergy testing along with reviewing your treatment. They may also look at medications and creams such as:

• Topical calcineurin inhibitors – various creams and ointments that suppress your immune system, such as tacrolimus and pimecrolimus.
• Powerful topical corticosteroids.
• Immunosuppressant tablets – to suppress the immune system, such as ciclosporin, azathioprine and methotrexate.
• Alitretinoin – medicine to treat severe eczema affecting the hands in adults.

Another useful therapy might be:

• Phototherapy – ultraviolet (UV) light that reduces inflammation.
• A dermatologist may also refer you to a psychologist if you feel you need it.

Complementary therapies

Some people find complementary therapies such as herbal remedies but if you are thinking about using complementary medicine, speak to your doctor first to ensure the treatment is safe for you to use. Continue to use other treatments your doctor has prescribed.

Alternative option: CBD Oil

The hemp plant has several phytochemicals that help it heal and soothe. The two chief ones, which have been studied the most, are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is what causes the ‘high’ or the psychoactive sensation amongst users. CBD, on the other hand, doesn’t. In fact, CBD’s benefits are innumerable when compared to any trace THC it may harbour. Due to the wide spectrum of healing benefits, CBD can be recommended for a plethora of disorders, including eczema.

It is believed that CBD interacts in an intriguing way with the body’s natural pain receptors. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the part of the body that is responsible for the regulation of sleep and pain alongside appetite, mood, the immune system and many others. Neurological receptors that exist in the body respond in a unique way to CBD input and CBD has a unique way of indirectly interacting with said receptors. Specifically, there appear to be two certain receptors, mainly CB1 and CB2, that the CBD binds to and consequently provides pain relief, inflammation reduction and feelings of calmness.

Due to anti-inflammatory properties, CBD oil can activate anti-inflammatory reactions in cells, which may help to ease eczema flare-ups. CBD oil can also reduce itch and pain and improve natural elasticity and hydration in the skin. What’s more, since CBD also possesses antioxidant properties, it can be beneficial in preventing skin infection from eczema, which in turn helps to minimise the effects of the condition.

CBD is available in various formats with a different method of intake. Namely, they include: ingestible (ingesting edibles like CBD gummies or capsules), sublingual (consists of putting the product under your tongue for better absorption, such as CBD oil or a CBD lozenge), topical (applying directly on the skin, such as CBD creams and balms), and also through inhalation (such as inhaling vapour using a vaping device filled with CBD vape oil).

 

Relaxing music, muffled light, steaming water – and your mind settles into another atmosphere and peaceful state. When the line between work-life balance becomes blurry, and the news gets more distressing, relaxing at the end of an intense day can seem complicated. You may have pictured yourself in a luxurious spa, but how about transporting into unwinding and rejuvenating oasis in your very own home?

Emulating spa treatment experience and making a spa-like atmosphere in your bathroom could give you more than escape after a long day. The benefits of bathtime in warm water with soothing aromas are endless. However, you don’t need expensive products or purchasing the whole mall. You can change your bathroom into a spa with just a handful of things. Let’s shed light on easy tips to create an ultimate spa destination in the comfort of your home.

Light Your Candles

Candlelight can help to bring a calming atmosphere as well. Place some candles all over the bathroom and add light around the fixtures of the sink and bathtub. Seeing as candles burn makes the calming environment and distracts you from unwanted thoughts.

Furthermore, aromatic candles might be able to bring a nice fragrance that relaxes a stressful mindset.

Surround Yourself In Softness

No one likes to use cold towels after a hot bath or shower, particularly during the winter. To maintain heat within your body, there is no better way than wrapping yourself up in comfy, warm towels after a prolonged session of soaking in a bathtub.

Whether it’s sumptuous or cotton plush towels, luxurious bath mats, cosy robes, or fluffy slippers – the bathroom is the perfect place to bring soft textures. They are also a necessity for any spa-evoking feeling in your bathroom and should be absorbent, lofty, and fast to dry.

You can enjoy the soft warmth within reach by placing a fresh stack of towels in a towel-warming drawer or towel-warming bars that are cheaper and can save more space in a bathroom.

Add a Bath Bomb

Taking a warm bath is one of the easiest, pleasant, and satisfying methods to fully unwind. It can also lead to more restful sleep, muscle soreness relief, as well as improved blood flow and circulation.

Slip into ultimate relaxation by dropping a sparkling bath bomb into a tube to create an atmosphere of a luxurious feel and add calming and relaxing scents. A bath bomb provides emollients and softeners to your bath’s water that can help to indulge and moisturise your skin. No matter what your skin type, the active components in bath bombs are typically formulated to pamper your skin and leave it soft and silky. As an added bonus, soothing aromas linger on your skin and help to drift off to sleep in a bed.

Bring Bathtub Caddy Tray

A bathtub caddy is an essential bathroom accessory that creates a place and easy access for all necessary things such as a glass of wine, a soothing tea, your favourite magazine, book, or bath accessories.

Such a simple addition takes your experience to a whole new level and adds convenience. If you currently haven’t got a bathtub tray, you are missing out on the enjoyable bathing experience and some serious spa vibes. It comes in different styles from reclaimed wood to lucite, making it simple to find one that suits your style sensibility and your bathroom.

Apply CBD Topicals

CBD, short for cannabidiol, is a major non-psychoactive compound found in Cannabis sativa plants and a potent antioxidant with anti-inflammatory, soothing and analgesic properties. It acts by improving the defence mechanism of the skin and its ability to regenerate. CBD can help to prevent drying of the skin, reduce damage to the skin and shorten the time of healing. Due to these properties, different topicals like CBD balm, cream, lotion and others can be suitable for relieving and eliminating various skin problems.

When you apply topical CBD products onto your skin, you will get relief in a localised area. Cannabidiol penetrates through the skin layers so that it can interact with receptors located throughout the body as a part of the vital endocannabinoid system. Therefore, using CBD cream during your home-spa session might help to diminish inflammation, ease pain and chronic aches. It is also beneficial for wrinkles and many skin conditions such as dryness, psoriasis, eczema and acne.

Treat Yourself To A Facial Massage

Self-massage is used for better circulation to give you a sculpted effect without hitting the face. The scaffolding of the face is made up of over 40 muscles, and the more you move them, the more tightened, lifted, and tone they become, just like the muscles in the body.

With a few key tools like a facial jade roller, sculptor roller, toner roller, or any gadgets you have, you can give yourself a spa-worthy face massage like your very own facialist while experiencing a good and relaxing time.

Brush Up

Since many people live a sedentary lifestyle, it has a negative impact on blood and lymph circulation, particularly if you are often pale, have cold hands and feet or tingling in your limbs, you can benefit from wellness practices that activate your circulation. Good blood flow is essential as it carries oxygen and crucial nutrients to every cell in the body, while the lymph system helps to remove waste products like bacteria and toxins.

At-home spa can’t be complete without the essential tools of the trade. Grab a bath brush, loofah or natural sea sponge to provide full-body exfoliation while lifting and toning problem body areas. Start massaging with a dry brush the tops of the feet and then upwards towards the heart to increase blood flow, elasticity, and stimulate collagen production in your skin. Make sure to spend additional time on areas that tend to be more problematic and motionless like the inner thigh as well as pay attention to body parts behind your arms and your back. Additionally, spend a few minutes by rubbing a body oil, lotion, or cream all over the places you just exfoliated.

 

As mothers, one of the most important decisions that need to be made is what to feed your newborn baby. Will you go all-natural with breastfeeding for years, shift to formula right away or slowly transition between the two?

As you can read on Milk Drunk, there is a lot of information and factors to consider when it comes to getting your baby the nutrients they need to grow into a healthy toddler.

For those moms who are considering going with the formula option, there is a range of milk types to choose from. One of them that has been making quite a bit of noise as of late is goat milk! Yup, you read that correctly!

Cows milk formula is not the only option nowadays. There is a whole range of dairy-based and plant-based options to consider. And were are here to let you know all there is about goat milk and whether or not it is a healthy option for your baby.

Here are the top things to consider when it comes to giving your baby goat milk formula:

1. Your child’s health conditions

Not all babies will react the same to certain formulas. For example, if your baby is allergic to dairy or has certain allergies or eczema, goat milk may not actually get them the health benefits they need! So you should first understand and assess your baby’s overall health and chat to your pediatrician about their recommendations as well.

2. How old your baby is

Goat milk formula has tons of benefits, but it depends on how old your baby is as to whether or not they will receive the health benefits. Goat milk formula is safe for babies until they reach 12 months, just make sure it is not just pure goat milk. In general, babies need a balanced formula if they are not getting their milk through breastfeeding. And then from age one, they can start being transitioned to pure forms of milk.

3. A good alternative to cow’s milk

If your baby has an intolerance to cow’s milk, goat’s milk is often a great alternative for many infants. For reasons not yet fully understood, babies who experience cow milk allergies do not actually have the same allergic reactions to goat milk—many argue this is because of the higher level of protein in goat milk!

4. Mimics mother’s milk

Some women don’t actually have the option to breastfeed, and that’s totally okay! With so many proven alternative formulas, your baby can still get the right level of nutrients needed. Goat milk formula is one of those options! That is because studies have found that goat milk formula most closely mimics a mother’s breastmilk if they were to breastfeed their child. Why wouldn’t you want to give your child the closest natural option as possible?

5. It can help with eczema

While more research is still being undertaken to concretely prove this, many early studies are showing that goat’s milk formula can reduce eczema for infants! Whether or not this has anything to do with the higher protein base or not is still being investigated, it is great to know there are milk-based options that can improve your child’s skin!

How you feed your baby is entirely up to you and unique for each mother and child relationship. The best news is that with so many formula based options out there, including goat’s milk, there is the right option out there for your scenario and you can rest assured that your little one will be getting enough nutrients to grow into a strong toddler and beyond!

Breast cancer is the malignancy of breasts, a leading cause of death amongst women. It is fairly common in women but can occur in men too. Cancer is a condition in which the mutation of your gene occurs, due to which the cells start to grow uncontrollably in an unorganized manner. Breast cancer can spread from breasts to lymph nodes, from where it can travel to other parts of the body.

To prevent breast cancer, you must get the screening tests done frequently, and you must do self-breast examinations too. These techniques help in the early detection of the disease, which makes it easier to treat. If you notice any lump or change in the breast, you must visit the best general physician in Lahore.

Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of breast cancer are;

Changes in the breast

Thickened skin of the breast

Pitting in the armpits

Changes in the color of the breast

Pain in the armpits

Pain in the breast that does not change with periods or menstrual cycle

Rashes around nipples

Dimpling of the breast skin

Puckering of breast skin

Discharge from nipple either white or bloody

Inverted nipple

Sunken nipple

Change in the size of the nipple and breast

Feeling a lump in the breast

Scaling of the breast skin

Scaling of nipples

Not all the lumps are cancerous that one can feel in the breast. But visiting the healthcare professional is a must to know the diagnosis. Benign cysts in the breasts also feel like a lump some times.

Stages

Healthcare professionals stage breast cancer based on the extent of its spread. It is classified into five stages, starting from 0 to IV. Stage O being the mild one and stage IV being the most advanced.

Stage 0

At stage 0, cancer remains in the ducts and has not spread to other surrounding tissues. It is known as ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS).

Stage I

At stage I, cancer cells have not reached lymph nodes, or a very minimum amount has reached. But the size of cancer has reached 2cm.

Stage 2

At stage II, cancer has spread from 2 to 5 cm, without reaching the lymph nodes, or it has reached lymph nodes and has a size of 2cm.

Stage 3

At stage III, the size of the tumor has spread up to 5 cm and has reached may lymph nodes, or the size is greater than 5cm, and it has reached a few lymph nodes.

Stage 4

At stage IV, cancer has reached distant organs like the liver, kidneys, lungs, bones, and liver. It is the most advanced stage.

Causes

The main cause of cancer is an abnormality in the cell cycle. In breast cancer, the cells of the breast start to grow in an uncontrollable pattern. Moreover, the blood vessels grow to provide them nourishment. The cancerous cells take nutrition from the body and keep on multiplying.

Risk factors

The factors that pose a risk of causing breast cancer are unclear. Some of them are as follows.

Age-the risk of breast cancer increases with the increasing age.

Family history-Women who have a family history of breast cancer are at risk of it. If one of your mother or sister has a history of breast cancer, you are at risk. And if any two of your mother and sister have a history of breast cancer, the risk doubles. Therefore, if you have a family history, you must attend screening tests for breast cancer.

If you have had a breast lump or cancer

If you have dense tissues of the breast

When periods start early, and you reach menopause late-it results in increased estrogen exposure, which in turn increases the risk of breast cancer.

Being obese or overweight

Higher alcohol consumption

Being exposed to radiations

Using contraceptives and hormonal treatments

Conclusion

Breast cancer is a treatable condition if detected early. And early detection is possible through frequent screening tests. To keep yourself healthy, you must do self-breast examinations and get screening tests done on time. If you feel a lump or pitting in the breast, you must visit the best general physician in Karachi.

Keeping yourself fit is vital not only for good health but also for mental peace. Sometimes the cost of maintaining your fitness can prevent you from doing it, which is why many people turn to infomercial products. But is spending your money on these products a good idea? No. Instead, you should try out some sports that can give you great both physical and mental health.

1. Cycling

Cycling is a great way to keep fit. You can ride your bike through parks, roads or trails. You can ride using your regular bike or you can bring along an exercise bike instead. It is best to bring along an exercise bike that is foldable and has a smaller size that makes it easy to store. This is particularly a good way to work out without taking up much room. Make sure to keep the speed low and your breathing steady. You can also set targets on how far you can pedal your bike and see how far you can go before the sweat starts to pour out. If you need some more exciting challenges, you can try a bike ride-a-thon where you can form a cycling team with your friends to see who can cycle the longest distance. And if you don’t have a bike, bike share programs are now available to let you borrow a bike when you need it.

2. Swimming

Swimming is another great choice for keeping fit. It is especially important for training your arms, shoulders and upper body muscles. It is also a good activity for the cardiovascular system. The best pools to go to would be the public pools. If your area does not have one, you can try a swimming school where you can learn the basic strokes and start to swim like a pro. You can begin by swimming laps but you should increase that endurance slowly. You may also want to try doing laps while holding a kickboard in front of you which will add to your workout.

3. Yoga

Yoga is more than just a physical activity. It is a combination of great physical fitness with better mental health. You will be surprised at how much this combination can transform your cortisol levels. Yoga is also a good way to get rid of stress and cope with everyday life problems. Yoga is also a good way to improve your flexibility and balance.

4. Running or jogging

Running is not only a great way to lose weight but it also boosts your energy. Contrary to popular belief, running does not harden your muscles. Running is also a great exercise that you can do without spending any money. You might feel a little sore after running for the first few times but with time you will grow muscles that will make you feel less sore after workouts. Running is also great for mental health as it allows you to explore the outside world without stress and without any fear for your physical health.

5. Playing baseball

Baseball is an interesting sport that can be played with a small group of people. That is not all. You can play baseball with just a bat and a ball. To play the sport you may also need the help of another player to stand at the other end of the field while you try to hit the ball. The sport is a great way to burn calories and it is also a great way to build your strength without spending money on equipment. It can be played alone or with a partner.

There are many other sports that you can take up without having to spend money on them. It is important that regardless of which activity you choose, you monitor your activity to ensure you don’t overexert yourself. Go easy on yourself at the beginning and dare to challenge yourself.

 

Everyone wants to be just a little healthier; some more so than others. But, it can be rather difficult to find the extra time to go to the gym among all your other responsibilities. That is where the idea of working out at home came from. Since you can’t go to the gym, bring the gym home to you!

There are loads of different home rowing machines that are available to purchase from all sorts of retailers, both in stores and online. But, what is the best workout you can get at home? If you ask me, I would have to say that the best bet would be a home rowing machine.

What Is So Special About A Home Rowing Machine?

Rowing machines have been around for a good while, and have undergone many different changes in design over the years, but the basics are still ultimately the same. They provide the user with an extremely easy full body workout while also protecting the joints with the extremely low impact of the workout.

Essentially, all you have to do is sit in the seat, grab the handle bar, and lean back and you can burn as many as 500 calories in a single hour, depending on your weight and the intensity at which you are working out. Due to the low impact nature, even older, more fragile people can make good use of this machine, allowing them to maintain much more of their strength and mobility than they would if they were not getting the exercise.

Options Are Important

While the traditional rowing technique used on these machines provides a full body fat burn, there are many different techniques that have been developed for them that can specifically target different muscle areas. If you want to focus more on triceps, simply turn your hand grip upside down and suddenly you are working on the triceps instead of the bicep muscles. If you are looking to work more on just legs, you need only not use the handle bar and push solely with your legs to make the motion.

Some Techniques use the machine more like a stand or immobile prop to work off of. Such as the angled push up, where you simply put your hands on the frame, feet on the floor, and proceed to do a normal push up. The difference is that the inclined position makes use of slightly different muscle groups than a regular floor based push up. Well, that plus the added bonus of keeping your face away from the floor.

If You Are Searching For The Ultimate Home Workout, A Rowing Machine Won’t Let You Down

With the ability to work almost every major muscle group in the body simultaneously, this machine does the work of several, all at once. While it won’t provide extremely heavy weights to lift, it will provide the right amount of tension to get the blood pumping and the calories burning. It’s a cardio machine, aerobic machine, squat press, and even a curling machine all combined into one super easy to use machine.

With the extremely low risk of workout related strain or injury from the very low impact workouts it provides, these machines are an excellent choice when trying to decide what sort of home based workout machine to buy. If you are like most people, you like to get the most out of your hard earned money, and with a rowing machine you can do just that. Instead of having several machines that all do a specific task, you can have the one machine that does it all. And that is what makes rowing machines the best way to workout at home.

 

Although canines are known for being the most vigorous pets, most of them experience anxiety-related conditions. It’s common for dogs to feel anxious when being left alone in the house or when taken to the veterinarian.

Nevertheless, pet parents can minimize the anxiety of their companions by administering antidepressants, such as trazodone. This medication is known for prolonging the presence of serotonin in the brain, thus boosting the mood of pets. As long as you keep to the prescribed dosage, the liveliness of your companion will be soon restored.

Here is everything you need to know about the uses, dosage, potential side effects, and precautions of trazodone.

Uses

Owing to its role in the maintenance of a serotonin balance in the brain, trazodone is generally administered to canines to minimize anxiety. This drug is particularly effective in the treatment of separation and generalized anxiety, the most common forms of anxious behavior in dogs.

Moreover, an increasing number of canine pets suffer from separation anxiety, exhibiting nervous and aggressive behavior whenever the owner leaves the house. Anyhow, most dogs experience symptoms of generalized anxiety, being nervous in unpredictable situations that aren’t part of their mundane routine.

For instance, noise-averse canines are incredibly frightened of the sound of fireworks or thunderstorms, thus becoming anxious when exposed to such noises. Therefore, pet owners are advised to administer trazodone a few hours before the onset of the fireworks in order for their companions to stay calm during the noise.

Another type of situation that causes short-term anxiety in pets is paying a visit to the vet. Most canines are terribly scared when being taken to the veterinarian since car rides and medical check-ups aren’t exactly their favorite activities. The most effective way for your pet to be tranquil at the vet is to administer trazodone at least several hours before the visit. In order to guess the right timing, make sure you administer this drug a few days before the event to test its effects.

Apart from being used in the treatment of anxiety-related conditions, trazodone is also beneficial as part of post-surgical treatments. It provides pets with the required rest after surgical procedures by keeping them calm.

Dosage

Trazodone can be purchased in the form of tables, coming in a variety of dosages of 50,100, 150, and 300 milligrams. The optimal dosage of this drug is considered to be at least 2.5 milligrams to a maximum of 3.5 milligrams per kilogram of weight. Anyhow, the exact dosage should be prescribed by a veterinarian in accordance with the condition of your pet.

In most cases, veterinarians tend to commence the therapy with a minimal dose of trazodone to test its effects on the health of your companion. After three days, vets gradually increase the dosage until the dog starts experiencing the desired effects of the drug. The treatment duration will depend on the type and severity of the condition that your furry friend is suffering from.

Additionally, these tablets can be administered with meals or on an empty stomach, depending on whether your dog has a sensitive stomach. In case it feels nauseous or vomits after being administered trazodone on an empty stomach, make sure you combine the drug with food the next time. Visit this page for some helpful tips about getting your dog to take its medicine.

Trazodone is a short-acting drug, providing relaxing effects in approximately a few hours after taking a dose. However, when administering this drug as a long-term treatment, the ultimate results are usually noticed after several weeks of starting the cycle.

Furthermore, there’s no reason to panic in case you miss a dose, as you can administer the dose as soon as you remember. Anyhow, bear in mind that if the next dose is supposed to be provided in a few hours, you should forget about the dose you’ve missed. Administering two doses in order to make up for the one you skipped is strictly forbidden.

Potential side effects

Due to its short-acting nature, trazodone is known to cause minimal side effects in canines. Your furry friend might feel lethargic or surprisingly aggressive. Also, it’s likely to experience some gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Some canines are at the risk of experiencing ataxia, which refers to the loss of muscle control or colitis, referring to inflammation of the colon.

Perhaps the most severe side effect of taking trazodone is the serotonin syndrome, which occurs when this medication is taken in combination with other serotonergic drugs. This syndrome manifests in dilated pupils, vomiting, seizures, breathing difficulties, temporary blindness, disorientation, salivation, skin sensitivity, depression, and coma.

Moreover, it’s also known for having fatal consequences, which is why your pet requires immediate medical attention after noticing some of these symptoms. The following link, https://www.healthline.com/health/serotonin-syndrome, explains the most common symptoms and causes of the serotonin syndrome.

Precautions

Despite its mild side effects, trazodone isn’t supposed to be given to canines that take monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors or the ones suffering from liver, kidney, and cardiovascular problems. Additionally, this drug is not recommended to be used by pregnant canines or dogs with angle-closure glaucoma. It’s paramount for the veterinarian to be familiar with the medications that your dog is taking momentarily to prevent potential adverse effects.

Bottom line

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There is an endless pool of “the perfect” assistance workout routines for raw powerlifting. You can significantly enhance your powerlifting prowess through several movements. This is why many trainers take a different approach to what they believe is the best routine for raw powerlifting.

We all have our various strengths and weaknesses. This means the assistance routines chosen will have to suit our individual weaknesses. This is the reason this approach may or may not be suitable for you.

In this post, we will take a quick look at the perfect assistance workout routines for raw powerlifting.

THE CONCEPT OF RAW POWERLIFTING

To get a better understanding of the assistance routine for raw powerlifting, it is essential that you have a basic understanding of what the prefix “raw” means. While many people remain adamant that there are no variations to powerlifting, we advise you to think differently. There are significant differences between raw powerlifting and equipped powerlifting. For starters, they both need different assistance routines to achieve optimum benefits. If you want the best results in raw powerlifting, you will do well to perform the assistance workout routines that work best with raw powerlifting. You should keep in mind that a lot of the routines that are common in the powerlifting world are usually not efficient for raw powerlifting. Some products help simulate the effects of these routines in your muscles. Click this link to learn more about the facts about these products.

PERFECT RAW POWERLIFTING ASSISTANCE WORKOUT ROUTINES

Below is a list of what we consider to be the most effective assistance routines to achieve the amazing benefits in raw powerlifting:

• SQUAT ROUTINES: Here are a few squat routines that will help enhance your raw powerlifting goals:
  • THE PAUSE SQUATTING ROUTINE: This is considered by many trainers to be the most efficient squat routine when it comes to getting optimum benefits in raw powerlifting. The secret is that you have to ensure you are performing the movements perfectly. You can introduce the pause at the place that best suits your workout goal. We recommend that you place the pause below the parallel which is at the bottom. Your target should be a pause that lasts between 1 and 4 seconds.
  • THE FRONT SQUATTING ROUTINE: Only people that take training seriously perform heavy front routines at the gym. The reason for this is that this routine is quite uncomfortable and tough. However, it is extremely effective. It forces you to reduce leaning forward and keep the right posture, thus enhancing the effect of the exercise on your muscles.
• THE BENCH-PRESSING ROUTINE: There are a ton of bench press routines and many of them, like the close grip, one-arm dumbbell, and spot bench pressing routines are effective when it comes to raw powerlifting. The close grip bench pressing routine for starters is the most movement specific routine in this category. A seemingly insignificant width difference in your grip can change the overall benefit of the routine.

BOTTOM LINE

The assistance workout routine above will without doubt enhance the benefits of your raw powerlifting.