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Eating disorders: how to fix them?

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Eating disorders are due to many factors, often of a psychological nature.  In people who suffer from these disorders, it is the relationship to food that is problematic. There are several forms of eating disorders, bulimia and anorexia are the most common. anorexia nervosa Anorexia is an eating disorder characterized by the refusal to eat. There are two kinds of anorexia nervosa:  Restrictive anorexia nervosa  : it concerns people who, for fear of getting fat, take care to control their diet strictly. Anorexia nervosa bulimia  : it affects people who generally eat little, but who can lose control and overeat causing bouts of bulimia generally followed by vomiting. Bulimia Bulimia is an eating disorder punctuated by repeated and lasting episodes of overeating crisis also called bulimia crisis.  These seizures are characterized by excessive ingestion of food and complete loss of control.  These crises may or may not be followed by  compensatory practice...

Bipolar Disorders: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

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Formerly called manic-depressive disorder,  bipolar disorder  is a mood disorder, frequently associated with other disorders such as drug addiction or anxiety disorders among others. According to the latest statistics, about 46 million people suffer from bipolar disorder worldwide, and the disease affects about 1% of people over the age of 18. If bipolar disorder is not diagnosed and treated correctly, it can have serious consequences for the patient and their environment. How does bipolar disorder manifest? The   diagnosis of bipolar disorder   is not so simple.   Often the disease is confused with depression, schizophrenia or other anxiety disorders. Symptoms vary according to manic, hypomanic, mixed and depressive episodes.  People with bipolar disorder are unaware of their condition and perceive the first two phases of the disease as normal. The manic episode The manic episode  is characterized by hyperactivity and increased energy up to elation, f...

Flu and Covid-19: How to differentiate the symptoms?

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COVID-19 and the  flu  have similar symptoms.  Flu symptoms tend to come on faster and vary more.  The COVID-19 virus, on the other hand, is more likely to cause serious illness, or worse, lead to death.  Shedding light on the differences between the two diseases! Symptoms The symptoms that result from COVID-19 and the flu are similar.  Thus, it is quite difficult to tell the difference between the two based on the symptoms alone. If you feel sick and have signs consistent with both COVID-19 and the flu, your doctor may perform tests to make the correct diagnosis. COVID-19 and flu: the commonalities Both COVID-19 and the flu can cause similar symptoms to varying degrees.  You may be asymptomatic (have no symptoms) or develop severe symptoms. Here are the symptoms that the two diseases have in common: Fever Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Tired Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Muscle aches or body aches Headache Vomiting and diarrhea (...

Mental health: the signs to take into account

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Going through a difficult period can result in psychological disorders that are not serious, but in some cases, these mental disorders of varying severity can manifest themselves in dangerous behaviors that impact the health of the suffering people. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Mental disorders can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, level of education, etc.  There are important determinants that can lead to mental difficulties such as family life, social relationships, socio-economic problems, violence, social intimidation, etc. What are the signs to be aware of? Unusual behaviors, mood swings or eating disorders may be the first warning signs.  They do not necessarily imply a  mental health  problem but they can suggest the existence of particular disorders or difficulties. Early diagnosis increases the chances of...

Our advice to limit the remaining charge

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Have you ever consulted a healthcare professional and not been reimbursed for the full amount of the service? This is called the remaining charge.   That is to say the difference between the reimbursement of social security and the costs actually incurred. Discover our advice to limit this expense! Update your vital card It is essential to update your health card every year to ensure effective care in your health journey. This is a quick and easy process that promotes the renewal of rights with the Caisse Primaire de l'Assurance Maladie (   CPAM   ). Updating your carte vitale allows you to update your administrative data. This will avoid malfunctions during the computer entry of your data and therefore payment refusals. Your file will be processed in the best conditions and you will be reimbursed on your health expenses as soon as possible. Whether with a general practitioner or a specialist, updating your vital card guarantees reimbursement of your health expenses at th...