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Curiosities of the ear

The stapes is the smallest bone in the human body, with only 3 mm in length.

The sensation of "pop" the ears because of the eustachian tube to balance the air pressure in the middle ear.

Children have more sensitive hearing than adults.

Earwax is produced by glands in the skin from the ear. The wax protects the eardrum from dust and dirt, and its unpleasant smell dissuades insects from entering the ear.

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Best Way to Treat Erectile Dysfunction

By Dr. Monroe

What is the best way to protect oneself from the problematic diseases like erectile dysfunction? It is the most frequently asked question and the answer is not difficult at all. Like a healthy lifestyle prevents us from the fatal diseases like stroke and heart attack, the researches have shown that a similar lifestyle is best for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Erectile dysfunction is the prior sign of heart related diseases and they may occur before time just because of ED. The risk factors of cardiovascular and ED are almost same. High cholesterol levels, obesity, lack of exercise and intake of unhealthy foods increases the risk of both diseases.
If you are unable to control your blood glucose level and high blood pressure, the erectile dysfunction is likely to occur. Sometimes a change in the hormonal level may lead to ED; the doctor may take the blood tests to check the hormonal level of your body. Few medicines also cause impotence, thus it is important to consult the doctor at the right time so that he take you off from that medication.
As it is said that Excess of Everything is Bad, drinking alcohol, too much smoking and use of abusive drugs also cause erectile dysfunction. At times a relationship problem with your partner also causes erectile dysfunction. Improving the relationship and reducing anxiety helps in having the erections at the right time. There are various feelings that may lead to erectile dysfunction such as:
 Fear of having sex because of the previous bad experience or episodes of impotence
 Feeling stressed because of the family or work problems
 Troubling relationships with your partner
 Feeling of anxiety or depression
 Over consciousness about sex
 Feeling that your partner has an unfavorable attitude towards you
The diagnosis starts with the physical examination and taking the history of the patient. Urine and blood samples are also taken for testing if required. Medications like Cialis, Levitra and Viagra are prescribed if the situation is controllable through medication. Being on medication only may not improve the circumstances, thus it is important to know the underlying cause of the disease.

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