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Glaucoma is a family of eye diseases that slowly reduce vision capabilities by damaging the optic nerve that controls sight. The most common form of glaucoma involves a heightened level of pressure on the eye because the fluids in the eye are not draining because ducts have been clogged;...
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Prostate cancer is a painful and potentially deadly disease that all men should be aware of. It’s wise to speak with your doctor and learn about your personal risk factors. You can begin to educate yourself on this topic by learning about the following three prostate cancer risk factors....
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Although thyroid cancer is not very common in the United States, it is still a potentially dangerous disease, since symptoms are typically not present until the later stages. If you are at a high risk for developing thyroid cancer, the best way to protect yourself is to be as...
-
Psoriatic arthritis (PSA) is a condition that affects people who have psoriasis, an immune system disorder that appears as reddish or silvery skin lesions. Symptoms of PSA include periodic inflammation of the joints and body tissues, including the heart, eyes, kidneys, lungs, and spine. A person may have symptoms of...
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Sweating is a natural body function. It occurs when the sweat glands release liquids from our bodies to keep our bodies cool. Some people sweat more because they either have more sweat glands or because of their lifestyle. Sometimes the mood of a person can also affect the amount...
-
Hair loss is a major concern for many men. There have been countless claims of miracle cures that can jump start hair growth immediately. Few of these cures do as they advertise, but there are some solutions that truly improve hair loss. 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors One of the most...
-
In recent years, as knowledge and awareness of the dangerous repercussions and potentially life-altering effects serious head trauma can have has grown, blood tests are quickly becoming an essential resource for diagnosing an individual’s injuries and monitoring any impact these injuries may have on their mental health further on...
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What is Vertigo? Vertigo is far more than just feeling dizzy. It is an extreme perception of the world spinning like a top. It is the world spinning around you as you yourself feel like you are spinning or the ground beneath your feet moving at a different speed...
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Leukemia occurs due to development of mutations of DNA in the white blood cells. It’s not yet still clear what causes the mutations to grow. These mutations causes the cells to develop and divide too fast than normal to maintain their life. The most common change in DNA in...
-
Schizophrenia is a debilitating mental disorder affecting many Americans. It is often characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and inappropriate reactions to situations. It is a form of psychosis characterized by symptoms such as disordered thoughts, hallucinations, delusions, and social withdrawal. Schizophrenia alters sufferers’ perception of reality, producing delusions, hallucinations, and...
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A migraine headache is more or less defined as a severe headache accompanied by additional symptoms, such as light sensitivity, nausea, sensitivity to sound and strong odors, and sometimes vomiting. The pain can be localized to one side or the other of the head or an allover throbbing pain....
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Glaucoma is often thought of as a single disease, but the term actually describes a group of eye conditions that cause optic damage and possible loss of vision. Usually, the damage is caused by abnormally high pressure within the eye, and glaucoma is one of the primary causes of...
-
Simply put, menopause is a decrease in the production of estrogen and progesterone, the two hormones in a woman’s body that affect everything from the hair and skin to the bones, muscles, and brain. Menopause ultimately affects the reproduction system, during the phase in an aging woman’s life when...
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Sometimes we all just get a little dizzy while other times that dizziness could be a condition known as vertigo. Vertigo is a sensation of dizziness makes it feel as if you’re spinning in a circle at an alarming rate. It can be very unsettling and interrupt the most...
-
The predominant shingles symptom is a painful rash most commonly appearing as a band or stripe on one side of the body. The same virus that causes chickenpox, called varicella-zoster, also causes shingles. Anyone who has had chickenpox is susceptible to shingles, and those who are over 50 years...
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Atrial Fibrillation (or AFIB) is an irregular heartbeat, and the most common heart arrhythmia, affecting over 2.7 million Americans. There is an existing connection between AFib and stroke, with 20% of strokes being attributed to atrial fibrillation. Stroke, which is the number four cause of death in the U.S.,...
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Wisdom teeth can cause serious pain if they’re not allowed to develop normally. In some cases, there may not be enough room in the jaw for them to fully emerge, which causes parts of them to stay below the gum line and grow at awkward angles that places pressure...
-
When it comes to acne, there is no simple answer. While one treatment may work for one person it may do nothing for another. Unfortunately that is not an answer so what we’ve done is put together several different treatment options that are available to people who are suffering...
-
Psoriasis is a chronic condition in which skin cells grow too quickly. The result is large patches of red, raised skin, skin scales, and flakes of dry skin. People with the condition may see symptoms that range from mild to severe. The severity depends on other factors in their environment, such...
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Chronic diarrhea refers to loose stools lasting for a minimal period of four weeks. There are various likely causes of chronic diarrhea, and chronic diarrhea treatment aims to correct the causes of diarrhea and any symptoms patients may be suffering from. If you experience diarrhea, and most people do,...
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Spine Pain Causes Spine pain is typically caused by habits or injuries to muscles around the spinal area. When these are not seen to, pain generally occurs and can lead to a further problems down the road. Some of these problems include: Muscle strain, herniated discs, fractures and Osteoarthritis....
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a very common gastrointestinal condition that causes symptoms such as a change in bowel habits, stomach cramps, abdominal pain, food sensitivities, and bloating. The exact cause of IBS has yet to be identified by researchers but both genetic and environmental factors seem to play a role...
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AIDS, or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, is a lifelong and potentially fatal disease brought about by the human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV. Considering there are still many misconceptions about HIV/AIDS, it is essential to shed some light on this highly stigmatized and politicized condition. HIV is classified as a sexually...
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Acyclovir is an antiviral drug that treats infections caused by certain types of viruses, including the shingles virus. Although acyclovir cannot cure shingles (there is no cure for shingles), it can help ease the pain experienced by shingles. Acyclovir works by reducing the severity and length of a shingles...
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that impacts the central nervous system, deteriorating the function of nerves found in the brain and spinal cord. In patients with multiple sclerosis, the immune system that originally fights off infection and disease mistakenly attacks the healthy cells in the body, leading...
-
When it comes to the bedroom, people may look for a new furniture, bed necessaries or beautiful decorations, but only a few would think of mattresses. A comfortable and high-quality mattress is actually important which could bring you a perfect night’s sleep and make a positive impact on your...
-
Eczema is a common skin condition that refers to the inflammation of the skin. Also medically referred to as atopic dermatitis, eczema presents itself with red, irritated, and itchy rashes that can sometimes become fluid-filled sores. While it is a condition that most commonly affects young children under the...
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Bring your hair back to life with shampoos formulated specifically to give hair the moisture it needs. With proper care and boost, dry hair that’s looking dull and flat, or brittle and damaged can also shine again. Rejuvenate your hair with products from the top brands like Suave, Dove and TRESemmé....
-
Macula is located at the center of the retina. It is full of photoreceptors and is responsible for detailed central vision and color discrimination. Age-related macular degeneration is a progressive disease of the macular that is related to aging. It is estimated that 8 percent of people around the...
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Bipolar disorder is a mental condition characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression. This disorder can be very serious and may result in employment problems, family conflict, or even heavy substance abuse. The severe health and social impact of this condition make diagnosis and treatment incredibly important. What types...
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Many health professionals believe Crohn’s disease belongs to a group of digestive conditions called Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Crohn’s disease is considered an autoimmune disease that is incurable. Symptoms include weight loss, fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, rectal bleeding, persistent diarrhea, abdominal cramps and pain, sensation of incomplete evacuation,...
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Postpartum depression is a medical condition that mainly exists in women and has a very low frequency of occurrence in men. This is a clinical depression that mainly occurs after childbirth. The condition mainly exhibits emotional symptoms in the victims. It mainly begins in the initial months after a...
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The common cold is one of the most prevalent illnesses on earth, but there’s still a lot we don’t understand about it—especially when it comes to its causes. Because of this lack of information, several popular myths about the condition have emerged. While believing in one or more of...
-
Going to the bathroom for a #2 can be pretty liberating. Unfortunately that is not the case for a person suffering from constipation. Constipation causes one to be in pain and/or strain during defecation. They may experience hard stools and irregular bowel movements. In children, it mostly occurs after...
-
Arthritis refers to joint inflammation. You might have encountered some stiffness in your joints, maybe some pain or shortcoming, or in serious cases even some weakness, swelling and inflammation. These side effects can frequently be credited to some type of arthritis, as there are more than 100 related conditions....
-
Are you a woman suffering from a bladder control issue? Well, it is not just you, there are dozens and dozens of other women who suffer from the same problem. Urine control isn’t something you can ignore. In fact, it leads to embarrassment if you don’t find ways to...
-
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that results from abnormal growth of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. Although scientists know that this change in cell growth is why lymphoma develops, they aren’t yet sure what causes this change to happen in the first place. Researchers believe that...
-
Deodorant is an absolute must before you start your day. It’s not uncommon to keep one in your bag to reapply during the day too! Brand name, store bought deodorant products are for the most part are not natural as contain a whole bunch of chemicals and long, weird...
-
It seems like everyone is talking about fat these days. The news says that fat in our foods is making us unhealthy. Doctors and health shows tell us that being overweight is detrimental to our health. The media post pictures of thin, athletic celebrities, putting them on a pedestal...
-
No matter what causes it, hair loss is hard to handle, especially considering that most of the “treatments” touted in commercials are largely ineffective for most people. While balding, or alopecia, may result from a variety of causes from diet to medication to genetic hormonal problems, knowing what caused...
-
Cold sores are blisters no one would allow or welcome on his/her face or even anywhere else on the skin. They are not only unappealing aesthetically but also very painful. As we get to some facts about cold sores, they are caused by Herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), and they...
-
Neck pain can be a simple, uninhibited issue with few repercussions once the pain has been managed. Likewise, feeling dizzy can be a result of simply standing up too fast. Neither neck pain or dizziness have to be a big deal, but the two combined can be a sign...
-
Leukemia is a cancer that causes your white blood cells to grow abnormally. There are different types of leukemia that will produce different symptoms. In fact, some types of leukemia may not cause any symptoms at all, while others may produce very severe ones. Many of the typical symptoms...
-
Among psychiatric illnesses, Schizophrenia presents the most interesting of diagnosis. Patients with schizophrenia cannot comprehend reality in the same way other people do. Their ability to perceive reality is distracted by repetitive hallucinations, coupled with disorganized thoughts and talk. Also, individuals are incapable of relating to society in conventional...
-
Asthma in children is commonly associated with wheezing, but symptoms can also include coughing, shortness of breath, and recurrent bronchitis. Diagnosing the exact cause of asthma in children can prove difficult as more than one factor may be present in a child. An allergist will be able to determine...
-
Sciatica is essentially a symptom that consists of pain, tingling, muscle weakness, or numbness along the sciatic nerve. Inflammation or injury in the gluteal area or lower back of the body can irritate the sciatic nerve leading to various symptoms trailing down the leg in the back or even...
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Drinking During Your Pregnancy? Drinking alcohol while pregnant is a risk that may cause Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) to develop in the unborn child. There is no guarantee that FAS will happen, but it can. The symptoms of FAS can be assessed not only at birth but also at...
-
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the body’s central nervous system, wreaking havoc with the nerve impulses transmitted to the brain and spinal cord. The most common symptoms and side effects of MS include motor function, pain, weakness in muscles, depression, and severe vertigo. Vertigo makes it...
-
Shingles (sometimes called herpes zoster) is a viral infection that causes a painful, blistered rash that most commonly appears as a band or stripe on one side of the body. It’s caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox, which does not go away after recovery but remains dormant in...
-
The prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation is set to increase in the coming decades. Thus, physicians are trying to formulate an action plan to circumvent the growing crisis. But what is the root of the condition?While the exact cause of Atrial Fibrillation remains unknown, the disease is more prevalent in...
Glaucoma is a family of eye diseases that slowly reduce vision capabilities by damaging the optic nerve that controls sight. The most common form of glaucoma involves a heightened level of pressure on the eye because the fluids in the eye are not draining because ducts have been clogged;...
Prostate cancer is a painful and potentially deadly disease that all men should be aware of. It’s wise to speak with your doctor and learn about your personal risk factors. You can begin to educate yourself on this topic by learning about the following three prostate cancer risk factors....
Although thyroid cancer is not very common in the United States, it is still a potentially dangerous disease, since symptoms are typically not present until the later stages. If you are at a high risk for developing thyroid cancer, the best way to protect yourself is to be as...
Psoriatic arthritis (PSA) is a condition that affects people who have psoriasis, an immune system disorder that appears as reddish or silvery skin lesions. Symptoms of PSA include periodic inflammation of the joints and body tissues, including the heart, eyes, kidneys, lungs, and spine. A person may have symptoms of...
Sweating is a natural body function. It occurs when the sweat glands release liquids from our bodies to keep our bodies cool. Some people sweat more because they either have more sweat glands or because of their lifestyle. Sometimes the mood of a person can also affect the amount...
Hair loss is a major concern for many men. There have been countless claims of miracle cures that can jump start hair growth immediately. Few of these cures do as they advertise, but there are some solutions that truly improve hair loss. 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors One of the most...
In recent years, as knowledge and awareness of the dangerous repercussions and potentially life-altering effects serious head trauma can have has grown, blood tests are quickly becoming an essential resource for diagnosing an individual’s injuries and monitoring any impact these injuries may have on their mental health further on...
What is Vertigo? Vertigo is far more than just feeling dizzy. It is an extreme perception of the world spinning like a top. It is the world spinning around you as you yourself feel like you are spinning or the ground beneath your feet moving at a different speed...
Leukemia occurs due to development of mutations of DNA in the white blood cells. It’s not yet still clear what causes the mutations to grow. These mutations causes the cells to develop and divide too fast than normal to maintain their life. The most common change in DNA in...
Schizophrenia is a debilitating mental disorder affecting many Americans. It is often characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and inappropriate reactions to situations. It is a form of psychosis characterized by symptoms such as disordered thoughts, hallucinations, delusions, and social withdrawal. Schizophrenia alters sufferers’ perception of reality, producing delusions, hallucinations, and...
A migraine headache is more or less defined as a severe headache accompanied by additional symptoms, such as light sensitivity, nausea, sensitivity to sound and strong odors, and sometimes vomiting. The pain can be localized to one side or the other of the head or an allover throbbing pain....
Glaucoma is often thought of as a single disease, but the term actually describes a group of eye conditions that cause optic damage and possible loss of vision. Usually, the damage is caused by abnormally high pressure within the eye, and glaucoma is one of the primary causes of...
Simply put, menopause is a decrease in the production of estrogen and progesterone, the two hormones in a woman’s body that affect everything from the hair and skin to the bones, muscles, and brain. Menopause ultimately affects the reproduction system, during the phase in an aging woman’s life when...
Sometimes we all just get a little dizzy while other times that dizziness could be a condition known as vertigo. Vertigo is a sensation of dizziness makes it feel as if you’re spinning in a circle at an alarming rate. It can be very unsettling and interrupt the most...
The predominant shingles symptom is a painful rash most commonly appearing as a band or stripe on one side of the body. The same virus that causes chickenpox, called varicella-zoster, also causes shingles. Anyone who has had chickenpox is susceptible to shingles, and those who are over 50 years...
Atrial Fibrillation (or AFIB) is an irregular heartbeat, and the most common heart arrhythmia, affecting over 2.7 million Americans. There is an existing connection between AFib and stroke, with 20% of strokes being attributed to atrial fibrillation. Stroke, which is the number four cause of death in the U.S.,...
Wisdom teeth can cause serious pain if they’re not allowed to develop normally. In some cases, there may not be enough room in the jaw for them to fully emerge, which causes parts of them to stay below the gum line and grow at awkward angles that places pressure...
When it comes to acne, there is no simple answer. While one treatment may work for one person it may do nothing for another. Unfortunately that is not an answer so what we’ve done is put together several different treatment options that are available to people who are suffering...
Psoriasis is a chronic condition in which skin cells grow too quickly. The result is large patches of red, raised skin, skin scales, and flakes of dry skin. People with the condition may see symptoms that range from mild to severe. The severity depends on other factors in their environment, such...
Chronic diarrhea refers to loose stools lasting for a minimal period of four weeks. There are various likely causes of chronic diarrhea, and chronic diarrhea treatment aims to correct the causes of diarrhea and any symptoms patients may be suffering from. If you experience diarrhea, and most people do,...
Spine Pain Causes Spine pain is typically caused by habits or injuries to muscles around the spinal area. When these are not seen to, pain generally occurs and can lead to a further problems down the road. Some of these problems include: Muscle strain, herniated discs, fractures and Osteoarthritis....
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a very common gastrointestinal condition that causes symptoms such as a change in bowel habits, stomach cramps, abdominal pain, food sensitivities, and bloating. The exact cause of IBS has yet to be identified by researchers but both genetic and environmental factors seem to play a role...
AIDS, or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, is a lifelong and potentially fatal disease brought about by the human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV. Considering there are still many misconceptions about HIV/AIDS, it is essential to shed some light on this highly stigmatized and politicized condition. HIV is classified as a sexually...
Acyclovir is an antiviral drug that treats infections caused by certain types of viruses, including the shingles virus. Although acyclovir cannot cure shingles (there is no cure for shingles), it can help ease the pain experienced by shingles. Acyclovir works by reducing the severity and length of a shingles...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that impacts the central nervous system, deteriorating the function of nerves found in the brain and spinal cord. In patients with multiple sclerosis, the immune system that originally fights off infection and disease mistakenly attacks the healthy cells in the body, leading...
When it comes to the bedroom, people may look for a new furniture, bed necessaries or beautiful decorations, but only a few would think of mattresses. A comfortable and high-quality mattress is actually important which could bring you a perfect night’s sleep and make a positive impact on your...
Eczema is a common skin condition that refers to the inflammation of the skin. Also medically referred to as atopic dermatitis, eczema presents itself with red, irritated, and itchy rashes that can sometimes become fluid-filled sores. While it is a condition that most commonly affects young children under the...
Bring your hair back to life with shampoos formulated specifically to give hair the moisture it needs. With proper care and boost, dry hair that’s looking dull and flat, or brittle and damaged can also shine again. Rejuvenate your hair with products from the top brands like Suave, Dove and TRESemmé....
Macula is located at the center of the retina. It is full of photoreceptors and is responsible for detailed central vision and color discrimination. Age-related macular degeneration is a progressive disease of the macular that is related to aging. It is estimated that 8 percent of people around the...
Bipolar disorder is a mental condition characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression. This disorder can be very serious and may result in employment problems, family conflict, or even heavy substance abuse. The severe health and social impact of this condition make diagnosis and treatment incredibly important. What types...
Many health professionals believe Crohn’s disease belongs to a group of digestive conditions called Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Crohn’s disease is considered an autoimmune disease that is incurable. Symptoms include weight loss, fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, rectal bleeding, persistent diarrhea, abdominal cramps and pain, sensation of incomplete evacuation,...
Postpartum depression is a medical condition that mainly exists in women and has a very low frequency of occurrence in men. This is a clinical depression that mainly occurs after childbirth. The condition mainly exhibits emotional symptoms in the victims. It mainly begins in the initial months after a...
The common cold is one of the most prevalent illnesses on earth, but there’s still a lot we don’t understand about it—especially when it comes to its causes. Because of this lack of information, several popular myths about the condition have emerged. While believing in one or more of...
Going to the bathroom for a #2 can be pretty liberating. Unfortunately that is not the case for a person suffering from constipation. Constipation causes one to be in pain and/or strain during defecation. They may experience hard stools and irregular bowel movements. In children, it mostly occurs after...
Arthritis refers to joint inflammation. You might have encountered some stiffness in your joints, maybe some pain or shortcoming, or in serious cases even some weakness, swelling and inflammation. These side effects can frequently be credited to some type of arthritis, as there are more than 100 related conditions....
Are you a woman suffering from a bladder control issue? Well, it is not just you, there are dozens and dozens of other women who suffer from the same problem. Urine control isn’t something you can ignore. In fact, it leads to embarrassment if you don’t find ways to...
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that results from abnormal growth of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. Although scientists know that this change in cell growth is why lymphoma develops, they aren’t yet sure what causes this change to happen in the first place. Researchers believe that...
Deodorant is an absolute must before you start your day. It’s not uncommon to keep one in your bag to reapply during the day too! Brand name, store bought deodorant products are for the most part are not natural as contain a whole bunch of chemicals and long, weird...
It seems like everyone is talking about fat these days. The news says that fat in our foods is making us unhealthy. Doctors and health shows tell us that being overweight is detrimental to our health. The media post pictures of thin, athletic celebrities, putting them on a pedestal...
No matter what causes it, hair loss is hard to handle, especially considering that most of the “treatments” touted in commercials are largely ineffective for most people. While balding, or alopecia, may result from a variety of causes from diet to medication to genetic hormonal problems, knowing what caused...
Cold sores are blisters no one would allow or welcome on his/her face or even anywhere else on the skin. They are not only unappealing aesthetically but also very painful. As we get to some facts about cold sores, they are caused by Herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), and they...
Neck pain can be a simple, uninhibited issue with few repercussions once the pain has been managed. Likewise, feeling dizzy can be a result of simply standing up too fast. Neither neck pain or dizziness have to be a big deal, but the two combined can be a sign...
Leukemia is a cancer that causes your white blood cells to grow abnormally. There are different types of leukemia that will produce different symptoms. In fact, some types of leukemia may not cause any symptoms at all, while others may produce very severe ones. Many of the typical symptoms...
Among psychiatric illnesses, Schizophrenia presents the most interesting of diagnosis. Patients with schizophrenia cannot comprehend reality in the same way other people do. Their ability to perceive reality is distracted by repetitive hallucinations, coupled with disorganized thoughts and talk. Also, individuals are incapable of relating to society in conventional...
Asthma in children is commonly associated with wheezing, but symptoms can also include coughing, shortness of breath, and recurrent bronchitis. Diagnosing the exact cause of asthma in children can prove difficult as more than one factor may be present in a child. An allergist will be able to determine...
Sciatica is essentially a symptom that consists of pain, tingling, muscle weakness, or numbness along the sciatic nerve. Inflammation or injury in the gluteal area or lower back of the body can irritate the sciatic nerve leading to various symptoms trailing down the leg in the back or even...
Drinking During Your Pregnancy? Drinking alcohol while pregnant is a risk that may cause Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) to develop in the unborn child. There is no guarantee that FAS will happen, but it can. The symptoms of FAS can be assessed not only at birth but also at...
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the body’s central nervous system, wreaking havoc with the nerve impulses transmitted to the brain and spinal cord. The most common symptoms and side effects of MS include motor function, pain, weakness in muscles, depression, and severe vertigo. Vertigo makes it...
Shingles (sometimes called herpes zoster) is a viral infection that causes a painful, blistered rash that most commonly appears as a band or stripe on one side of the body. It’s caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox, which does not go away after recovery but remains dormant in...
The prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation is set to increase in the coming decades. Thus, physicians are trying to formulate an action plan to circumvent the growing crisis. But what is the root of the condition?While the exact cause of Atrial Fibrillation remains unknown, the disease is more prevalent in...