Doreen Bradley Satter, RN
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Living in Oregon City, OR
Living in Oregon City, OR
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I'm a freelance writer and Registered Nurse and work part-time with developmentally disabled children. One of my particular areas of interest is the Autism Spectrum of Disorders. I'm a featured contributor of health-related articles for Associated Content and Suite 101 and also have one published book and many other articles in print and on the internet.
I'm a freelance writer and Registered Nurse and work part-time with developmentally disabled children. One of my particular areas of interest is the Autism Spectrum of Disorders. I'm a featured contributor of health-related articles for Associated Content and Suite 101 and also have one published book and many other articles in print and on the internet.
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College+Nursing School+Life!
College+Nursing School+Life!
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Writing, Reading, Art, Music, Nursing/Medicine, The Autism Spectrum of Disorders, Yorkshire Terriers, Travel, Gardening, RV'ing, Driftwood Art, and MUCH, MUCH MORE!
Writing, Reading, Art, Music, Nursing/Medicine, The Autism Spectrum of Disorders, Yorkshire Terriers, Travel, Gardening, RV'ing, Driftwood Art, and MUCH, MUCH MORE!
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Thoughts become things...choose the good ones!
Thoughts become things...choose the good ones!
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A silly little limerick about my dog. This limerick thing is catching. I PROMISE this is my LAST ONE!!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/9/2010
A little St. Patrick's Day memory of my mother and her 'Luck of the Irish'.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/8/2010
A St. Patrick's Day Limerick submitted for the contest.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/8/2010
In the rain and cold, thoughts of Spring are beginning to pop into my mind. Here are a few original Haiku I wrote as I contemplated the return of sunshine and warmer weather...
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/1/2010
For young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), social expectations are typically a mystery. This becomes a particular problem as they approach puberty.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/20/2009
Two original acrostic poems about Autism and Asperger's Syndrome.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/19/2009
Adolescence is a most difficult time for all teenagers, but for people with Autism/Asperger's it is particularly challenging. They do not understand the subtle clues and are more frequently rejected by their 'typical' peers.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/6/2009
Asperger's is a neurologically-based disorder of development, usually of unknown cause, typically affecting social skills, language and communicative skills and behavior.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/6/2009
Autism comprises a wide spectrum of disorders and affects an estimated one in every 150 children in the U.S. Autism is a form of pervasive developmental disorder (PDD).
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/6/2009
Little League Challenger Teams offer children with special needs the chance to build confidence, meet new friends and have lots of fun.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/6/2009
Ecstasy, the illegal "Party Drug", may turn out to be the light at the end of the tunnel for previously incurable traumatized post-traumatic stress disorder sufferers.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/6/2009
A significant percentage of children with autism spectrum disorder have gastrointestinal symptoms including diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, gas and reflux.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/19/2009
Because everyone is different and has individual needs and starting points for the grief counseling process, there are many recovery therapy methods used today. One very successful therapy is EMDR.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/27/2009
The earlier the diagnosis of autism, the better the prognosis. Awareness to early warning signs increases the chances that children can develop normally.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/26/2009
Many medical complications occur in individuals within the autism spectrum. Many of these conditions can be serious and require the attention of medical specialists,
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/26/2009
Research has found a link between autism spectrum diseases and the functions of the gastrointestinal system and the brain. This link appears to be the hormone, secretin.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/26/2009
MRSA infections and deaths are increasing daily. In the United States, 94,000 MRSA infections have been reported, and an estimated 19,000 MRSA deaths have occurred since 2005.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/19/2009
A Christmas poem and special Christmas story written several years ago for my grandchildren.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/8/2008
Two Original Christmas Haiku from Doreen Bradley Satter's "Haiku Garden" Website.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/7/2008
Autism steals a child every 20 minutes. Sometimes they are returned. Sometimes they are not.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/10/2008
An original Halloween poem for children by Doreen Bradley Satter.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/13/2008
Another original Haiku by Doreen Bradley Satter. If you've ever lost a love, you will identify with this one....
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 9/25/2008
Several years ago I was thinking about a story my grandmother told me about when she was a child. I could not quite remember one part of the story and started to reach for the phone to call... who? There was no one still living who knew the answer to my question!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 8/13/2008
A new wristband device is available to help monitor and keep special needs children safe. It can help prevent wandering, abduction and other life-threatening emergencies.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 7/15/2008
My grandson, JALEN SATTER and his baseball team, The Redland (Oregon) Heat, won first place in the Clackamas County (Oregon) Junior American Baseball championship. Here's a haiku for Jalen.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 7/14/2008
An original Hiaku by Doreen Bradley Satter
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 7/2/2008
Exercise can help reduce many autistic behaviors, improve coordination, and reduce stress and anxiety.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/16/2008
Sensational headlines but really a very ordinary story.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/11/2008
A few haiku to remind us of spring and new beginnings...
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/7/2008
We each have a unique mind/body makeup; an inherited combination of mind/body principles that form our unique mental and physical characteristics.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/7/2008
Kissing is good for us! Besides making us feel good, kissing triggers a whole spectrum of physiological processes in our bodies.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/18/2008
Twins, Triplets, Quads, Quints, Septuplets, Octuplets, Identicals, Fraternals DNA, Zygotes, Splitting Eggs and Dividing Cells! WHEW! Here's some unusual and hopefully interesting facts about multiples.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/11/2008
Failed Abortion Stories. The article is neither pro-choice nor pro-life. It is just an article about something I read and found interesting.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/11/2008
Some thoughts and a little poem about my mother and how things change as we age. . .
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/10/2008
In 1889 the Marufuku Company of Japan began manufacturing Western Playing cards. Today that company has been renamed and is the all-time leader of video game systems--NINTENDO!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/10/2008
Review of the little hand held device that files and removes calluses: The Ped Egg.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/10/2008
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is an extremely rare genetic skin condition that causes the skin to be so fragile that just the slightest touch can tear and cause trauma to the skin causing burn-like lesions. There is no known cure for EB.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/10/2008
An original poem by Doreen Bradley Satter.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/6/2008
Original Haiku by Doreen Bradley Satter
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/5/2008
Some simple rules of Haiku and examples of my work along with an introduction to 'Alphabet Haiku'.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/5/2008
Jenkem is a drug made from human waste, feces and urine, and it is causing quite a stink. It's hard to know if it's just a hoax but I think it's just a matter of time before young people are using this horrible mixture as a means to get high, if they aren't already.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/5/2007
Most babies are in a head-down or vertex position just before birth making a vaginal birth usually safe and possible. Sometimes the baby will be in position with the buttocks or feet first in the mother's uterus. This is known as a breech baby or breech birth.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/23/2007
If you are a parent of a newborn baby, physicians are recommending that you get a whooping cough booster. Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough has more than tripled in the US between the years of 2001 and 2004.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/20/2007
Pregnancy myths have been around for a long time. Many pregnancy myths have arisen regarding the unique challenges of pregnancy. Here are a few that can now be safely ignored.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/19/2007
Pseudopregnancy also known by the terms grosses nerveuse, false pregnancy, feigned pregnancy, imaginary pregnancy, hysterical pregnancy, phantom pregnancy, pseudocyesis and spurious pregnancy is an unusual condition caused by organic or psychogenic factors.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/13/2007
During the Fall of 2007 MRSA infection is reaching epidemic proportions. As many as one third of all people have staphylococcus aureus bacteria on the skin and in the nose.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/9/2007
Obesity is a serious medical problem in dogs. As Americans grow fat, so do their pets. We feed our pets too much. We give them too many treats and table scraps.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 7/18/2007
Back pain is the second leading medical complaint in the U.S. It is estimated there is a 95% chance an individual will have back pain sometime in his or her life. The back wears out as a result of the normal aging process and wear and tear from use.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/25/2007
There is no need to face a future with wobbly, ill-fitting dentures or loose bridgework. Now there is a new solution to replace missing teeth: dental implants.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/18/2007
"A statistically significant connection" was found between thimerosal and tics, verbal delays and ADHD/ADD and autism.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/8/2007
This is a true story that happened to my children and I many years ago. Can you explain it?
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/4/2007
Alzheimer's disease is very common. Scientists estimate that as many as 4.5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 5/4/2007
There have been many documented studies on the health benefits of having a pet. Most studies have focused on dogs and cats, but other species provide much comfort too. There is a proven link between pet ownership and living a longer, healthier life.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/12/2007
Parasomnia means 'around sleep' and parasomnias are a group of unwanted, episodic physical phenomena that happen during different stages of sleep or are exaggerated by sleep.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 4/4/2007
If you are looking for a new hobby, perhaps oil painting is for you. There are many pluses involved, including hours of pleasure and perhaps some beautiful new pictures to hang in your home.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/23/2007
During the long, dreary, winter months it is fun to dream about creating a new spring garden. To recreate a garden of your memories, begin by revisiting, in your mind, each section of the garden and write down what you remember about the plantings and flowers.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/23/2007
Binge Eating Disorder and Binge-Purge Syndrome (bulimia nervosa are not the same thing. Binge eating disorder is probably the most common eating disorder affecting about 2% of all adults. Children and teens are also at risk for this dangerous disorder.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/23/2007
The gerbera daisy was first brought to this country in the 1920's, and it has proven to be the perfect flower for all seasons.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/23/2007
An interesting phenomenon that happens much more frequently than most people realize is the Vanishing Twin Syndrome. Some researchers believe this phenomenon many occur in as many as 1 in 8 pregnancies.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/21/2007
This is my true story for the "My Biggest Secret" contest. This is BAD, really B-A-D! PROMISE me you won't tell a soul about this...
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/19/2007
A review of the Harris Ranch Inn and Restaurant, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco on Interstate 5 in Coalinga, California.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/15/2007
Cracked heels are a very common foot problem. They are called heel fissures and are caused by dry skin. The thick skin or callus around the rim of the heel makes the problem worse, but with this simple treatment, this painful condition can be corrected quickly.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/15/2007
Ants are among the smartest and most prevalent insects on Earth. A new, safer product will help you control ants in your home.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/14/2007
Prayer is a controversial topic. I am writing this entirely from my personal perspective and these suggestions can be modified in any way to suit individual needs.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/8/2007
one-fourth of all Americans are afraid of having dental procedures done. Some new innovations and technology may make you forget your dental phobia.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/2/2007
A 'How To' Tutorial for setting up a basic watercolor painting set. For the beginning watercolor artist, having the right materials at your disposal can make painting a real pleasure.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/1/2007
If your Yorkie is a 'show dog' you will have to resign yourself to a rigorous grooming schedule for the entire time you will be showing your dog. If your Yorkie is a family pet, you will probably be much happier keeping his/her hair in a short coat.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 3/1/2007
A clothes closet can be one of the scariest places in the home. Here is a quick 'How To tutorial' to help you get and stay organized.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/28/2007
Preserving meat has been happening since ancient times. Corning is a technique for preserving raw meats for long periods by soaking in salt brine, and was used before the days of commercial refrigeration methods were available. Here is how to do it...
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/23/2007
Pregnant mothers who consume less than 12 ounces (340 grams) per week of seafood are at increased risk of their children being in the lowest quartile of verbal I.Q. compared with the children whose mothers consumed more than 340 grams of seafood per week.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/22/2007
Ventriloquism is a practiced skill that is achieved by throwing one's voice. The voice appears to be actually coming from a dummy, sitting on the ventriloquist's lap. There is no sign that the ventriloquist is moving his or her mouth.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/20/2007
Anna Nicole Smith was famous for being famous. Her Marilyn Monroe looks, her exaggerated curves, her little-girl voice, her dumb blond persona mimicked her childhood idol. Both their lives were surrounded by dysfunction, drugs, alcohol, loss and sadness.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/20/2007
There's a crisis in California, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Florida and Georgia--A honeybee crisis called Colony Collapse Disorder. The honeybees are disappearing!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/20/2007
We have about 5 million hairs on our body. Many post-menopausal women will swear that half of them have sprouted on their faces! These unwanted hairs are just one more curse we baby boomers face as we age.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/19/2007
Many scientific tests have proven that mental exercises can boost brain function. Older people who do things to keep their wits sharp are less forgetful and experience fewer 'senior moments'.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/19/2007
Aquatic Glassel is a product that will turn your existing fireplace or outdoor fire pit into a stunning show piece without soot, ash, smoke, odor or pollutants.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/18/2007
Many times, gays and lesbians visiting and vacationing away from home do not find it to be always an easy and comfortable occasion. Many towns, cities and areas of the U.S. are not 'gay-friendly' and 'gay tolerant'...
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/13/2007
Reverse sneezing and collapsing trachea are seen frequently in small breed dogs. While alarming, reverse sneezing is not a health problem and is a common occurrence in small breed dogs. Collapsing trachea is sn entirely different, serious condition.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/9/2007
Costello syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. Distinctive facial features and extra skin are some of the characteristics.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/9/2007
Doctors are offering a new alternative to hip replacement for baby boomers. Now there is no longer the need to wait until your 60's for a hip fix. The alternative? hip resurfacing.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/6/2007
McCune-Albright Syndrome is a genetic condition. It is unique among all genetic diseases as it is the only genetic disease that is never inherited.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 2/3/2007
Sleepsex is not necessarily always problematic. Many people report that they happily incorporate it into their normal sex lives and believe it happens because of sex appeal and say it is an extreme turn on for them
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/31/2007
The fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a razzle-dazzle, song and dance, vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the 1930's and 1940's. The performers range in age from 59 to 83!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/31/2007
This syndrome affects only males and is caused by the wrong number of chromosomes upsetting the natural balance of the body. This upset leads to a feminine body build (including breasts), underdevelopment of the testicles, and a taller than average height in adulthood.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/31/2007
Triple X syndrome is not inherited, but usually occurs as a random event during the formation of the reproductive cells. Triple-X syndrome is also known as Triplo X syndrome, Trisomy X, 47,XXX and XXX syndrome.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/30/2007
Rett Syndrome is a childhood neurodevelopment disorder. This is condition that almost exclusively occurs in females. It happens about once in every 10,000-15,000 live female births, and it is seen in all racial and ethnic groups worldwide.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/30/2007
Known as the 8th Wonder of the World, Palm Spring's Aerial Tramway rises over two and one half miles to a scenic wonderland in Mt. St. Jacinto State Park.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/30/2007
A new, more potent version of the 'chicken pox vaccine' is now available for people over the age of 60 who are at the greatest risk of developing shingles and the persistent, long-term nerve pain called postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) that sometimes follows an attack.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/25/2007
Bowel compactions and bowel obstructions are painful, dangerous conditions.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/25/2007
Normal puberty begins between the ages 8 and 13 in girls and 10 and 15 in boys. It can be a bit later or a bit earlier that this, but when it happens very early, sometimes beginning as early as SIX MONTHS of age, it is called precocious puberty.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/22/2007
Remembering old saying from childhood is fun and kind of comforting. Can you remember things your parents, grandparents or other relatives used to say?
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/20/2007
Phantom limb pain as first documented by a French military surgeon in the mid 1500's. Patients complain of severe pain in the missing limb following an amputation.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/18/2007
About 20% of the world's population suffers from chronic pain. Chronic pain is when the pain signals keep firing in the nervous system for weeks, months and even years.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/17/2007
There can be more than 100 different types of parasite worms living in human bodies! A tape worm can be as long as 35 feet at maturity and live for up to 10 years!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/17/2007
A hydrocele is a collection of watery fluid around the testicle and causes a painless, enlarged scrotum. A pediatric inguinal hernia is a protrusion of an organ, usually the intestine, into the groin.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/17/2007
It has been long thought that the condition associated with vampire legends is porphyria. A vampire's characteristics are similar to those of porphyrics and this might have been the misconception in the early 1400-1600's.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/13/2007
New Research studies use genetic clues to help predict survival rates in lung cancer,to predict longevity and cognitive function in the aging population, and in helping predict persons at risk for substance abuse.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/11/2007
Research finds that chocolate can make women sexier and when eaten during pregnancy, makes babies happier and more secure.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/10/2007
The foot is a highly mechanical apparatus made of many bones, tendons, ligaments and other coordinated structures. Several common foot conditions--deformities of the toes--can cause pain and loss of the function of the feet.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/9/2007
Never in the history of the world have we witnessed a more horrendous devastation from a disease that we have only known for 26 years and have done so little to control.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/3/2007
Squirt boating is a subcategory of whitewater kayaking. The boat is designed to be as low in volume as possible and still be able to float. 80%-90% of the boat sits underwater.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/3/2007
The drug Salsalate has been around since the 1800's. Many physicians have called Salsalate, a 'miracle drug' and say that if it had been discovered in recent times, it would only be available by prescription only.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/3/2007
OHSU's $57 million Aerial Tram is the first of its kind in the world.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/2/2007
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the most toxic substance you'll come into contact with in your daily life at home, at work, in the car, RV or boat.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 1/2/2007
Senseless Tasing and killings in Portland, Oregon
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/29/2006
This is a huge name for a tiny bacteria that causes horrendous damage and even death.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/29/2006
This is a condition that develops after a weekend or holiday drinking binge or in people who do not drink much during the year and suddenly have a number of drinks in quick succession during a party or holiday event.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/28/2006
This is a very real and frightening sleep disorder that children experience.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/28/2006
Many think that hydrogen peroxide is one of the greatest healing miracles of all time.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/28/2006
Baby Bottle Syndrome is the rapid decay of baby teeth in infants and children from frequent, long exposure to liquids containing sugars.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/23/2006
Today, tooth decay has become less of a problem for children. During the last twenty years, tooth decay (cavities) has dropped by 50%.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/22/2006
Rhode Island is positioned in a perfect location along the northeast corner of the United States. Sandwiched between Boston and New York State, beautiful Rhode Island sits amid the largest concentration of higher-education facilities in the U.S.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/22/2006
This year, 6.2 million Americans over the age of 60 have decided to downsize.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/20/2006
Over-view of Batten Disease, a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disorder and the role OHSU in Portland, Oregon is playing with experimental stem cell transplants.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/20/2006
Other than the common cold, an ear infection is the most diagnosed childhood illness in the United States. One third of all children have at least one ear infection by the time they reach age 3.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/19/2006
Finland is one of the world's best kept secrets. It is truly a beautiful country with very proud people who have a great love for their country, nature and the environment.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/16/2006
A UTI of the bladder (bladder infection) is probably the most common UTI. it is painful and annoying and it can lead to serious consequences if the infection spreads to the kidneys.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/16/2006
An ostomy is a surgical opening that is created on the abdominal wall for waste products to move out of the body.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/13/2006
Bridgeport Village is a dining and entertainment experience unlike any other in the Pacific Northwest.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/12/2006
A bone spur or ostophyte is a bony projection that forms along joints. A bone spur can cause extreme pain in the knee, elbow, hip, shoulder, spine, nose, mouth, heel, fingers, toes, or neck.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/12/2006
Osgood Slaughter Disease is an inflammation of the patellar tendon where the knee meets the top of the tibia (shinbone). The condition is caused by stress on the tendon that attaches the muscle at the front of the thigh to the tibia.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/12/2006
A study done in Denmark on cell phones raising cancer risks was released yesterday. The entire country of Denmark was involved with more than 400,000 Danish cellular telephone users
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/12/2006
Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a true mental diagnosis for people who need admiration, lack empathy and have a grandiose sense of their self-importance.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/12/2006
There is nothing more embarrassing than a bad case of nail fungus. Nail fungus is rarely disabling or really even painful but it is a nuisance.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/7/2006
A teratoma is a type of rare congenital tumor. It is seen predominantly in girls with a ratio of four females to one male. It is the most common tumor of the newborn with an incidence of 1 in 40,000 live births.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/7/2006
Gastroschsis is a defect or hole in the abdominal wall that lets the abdominal contents protrude outside the body.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/7/2006
Wilms' tumor is a cancer of the kidney that affects children almost exclusively. It's the most common malignant tumor of the kidney in children and it usually occurs about the age of 2 or 3.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/6/2006
The first generation to be raised on rock-n-roll is experiencing more hearing loss than any other generation.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/6/2006
Tics are muscle movements that occur repeatedly in brief, sudden uncontrollable spasms, they often involve muscles of the face and eyes.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/6/2006
Bell's Palsy affects approximately 40,000 American's a year. Usually the paralysis is only one-sided, but it isn't uncommon to have both sides affected. .
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/6/2006
The term vocal cord growth or lesion refers to a group of non-cancerous (benign), abnormal growths in or along the covering of the vocal cord.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/6/2006
Reye's s syndrome is sudden (acute) brain damage (encephalopathy) and liver function problems of unknown causes. Reye's syndrome is a rare and life-threatening condition
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/5/2006
Greenies are toothbrush-shaped green dog treats that are made with human grade ingredients and have a delicious chicken flavor.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/5/2006
The most common symptoms of Parkinson's include slowness of movement, tremors, rigidity and poor balance. Pilates help by increasing core strength and improving flexibility and balance.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/5/2006
Alcoholic encephalopathy is a serious complication of alcoholic liver disease usually caused by years of excessive drinking.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/4/2006
NKH is a terribly sad, incurable metabolic disorder that affects approximately 200,000 individuals in the United States. Parents who have once child with NKH run a very high risk of having subsequent children with NKH.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/4/2006
kleptomania is a neurotic condition. Often kleptomaniacs are not even fully aware that they have stolen the item. People with this disorder usually exhibit guilt after the theft.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/4/2006
Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD or Winter Depression, is a serious, debilitating depression that occurs seasonally, generally during the dreary winter months and lasts until spring, when brighter light and longer days reappear.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 12/2/2006
Hypertrichosis is a very sad and misunderstood disorder of excessive, unwanted body hair. Unfortunately, some of the individuals with severe hypertrichosis have been displayed in carnival sideshows with names like "dog-boy" or the "bearded lady."
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/30/2006
Neonatal herpes is the term used when a baby develops symptoms of the herpes virus before he/she is born or within the first 6 weeks of life.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/29/2006
Ultrasound-targeted micro bubbles are an innovative method for non-invasive delivery of drugs and genes to different tissues and organs.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/29/2006
MCE will revolutionize heart attack diagnosis and treatment. Until now, there was no noninvasive tool specific or sensitive enough to make a definitive diagnosis when a patient arrives in the emergency room with chest pain.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/29/2006
Portland has many wonderful Christmas traditions. There are many festivals, events and light displays. I've chosen several of my favorites to share with you, and I consider these the best of Portland's Christmas Light Displays.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/28/2006
Necrotizing Fasciitis is known as the flesh-eating bacteria. This article covers the warning signs and some ways to protect yourself.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/28/2006
Genes and environment both play a very important rose in determining your child's intelligence, but there are some other things that a mother can do to grow a Super Child.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/27/2006
It is said that Yuma, Arizona has the best climate in the country. The fall and winter months average 80 degrees, but the summer heat can reach 120 degrees! Each year Yuma's 60,000 population triples as the snowbirds arrive.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/27/2006
Summer Depression is a little-known condition that affects less than 1% of the population in the US. The condition, like most depression, is seen more in women..
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/27/2006
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a method of teaching behavioral and social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder/PDD.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/27/2006
Apert's Syndrome is a relatively rare craniofacial condition affecting approximately 160,000 live births. It is thought to be an inherited condition with a 50% frequency in the child of an affected adult.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/23/2006
The gastric bypass surgery has made a tremendous increase in the past five years. Many of these people are just trading addictions. They end up acquiring new compulsive disorders - new addictions - such as gambling, compulsive shopping and alcoholism.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/18/2006
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder where the brain is not able to regulate sleep and wake cycles normally. There is no cure for the condition, but medications and various behavioral strategies do help with symptoms.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/17/2006
Remember when our hands were smooth, white and soft? Our faces pale or tanned, but fresh and healthy-looking; smooth with a clear complexion and rosy cheeks? Well, I am sorry to have to tell you that those days are gone forever.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 11/17/2006
Restless Leg Syndrome is a common neurological condition affecting 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. In most cases the cause is unknown but it is known the condition runs in families.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/25/2006
Supercomputers that can perform 2 trillion calculations per second, analyze one drop of blood and produce 60 gigabytes of data from it.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/22/2006
Adults are returning to some pleasures of childhood to help relieve the stress of too busy lives. "Recess Sports" have returned to the adult playing fields. Kickball and Dodgeball have very active adult leagues all across America.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/21/2006
Huffing has existed since ancient times. This extremely and potentially fatal addiction is popular with preteens and young teenagers. Any inhalant can be fatal, even the first time it is sniffed.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/20/2006
Achilles tendon pain does not have to be a part of your life if you remember this: the best remedy for Achilles tendon pain is PREVENTION of an injury in the first place. Some preventative measures to follow and an explanation of common conditions.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/18/2006
Beautiful Oregon is one of the most desirable cities in which to live or visit in the United States. Portland, Oregon's largest city maintains its small town ambiance and relaxed pace.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/13/2006
Pare down your belongings, live freer and lighter and consider selling that too-large home with too much work and hit the road in an RV. Live life now while you still can!
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/12/2006
A discussion on some affects on the family of a sufferer of Bipolar Disorder. Also a brief history and introduction to this disease of abnormal shifts in mood, energy and the ability to function normally.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/10/2006
A few, simple ideas to help sell that home. An easy and thrifty do it yourself fix to beautify a shabby, tired front yard.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/6/2006
Young first-time mother's sometimes haven't a clue on how to take care of their newborn baby. Just a few ideas can get you through those first scary weeks.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/6/2006
Now, my 'days' begin and end in the dead of night, in the late afternoon, at odd hours and rhythmic circles around this thing called a day.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/5/2006
The designer coffee industry has successfully caused my addiction to a morning (or noon, or night) cup of steaming, foaming latte. As I sit here writing this, I'm contemplating when I can get that next fix...
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/4/2006
Every 20 minutes a child is diagnosed with autism and it now affects one in every 166 children. More than a disorder, autism is a national crisis affecting at least one million Americans.
By Doreen Bradley Satter, RN | Published 10/4/2006
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