Musculoskeletal conditions of the skeletal system are pretty standard. Many different kinds of skeletal muscles are involved in human movements. These include bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and ligaments. These muscles are affected by various types of musculoskeletal disorders also. The various musculoskeletal disorders can be broadly classified into two categories: musculoskeletal dysfunctions and injuries. They …
Hypothyroidism, or commonly referred to as underactive thyroid, is the opposite of hyperthyroidism in which the thyroid overproduces thyroid hormone for an abnormal amount of time. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped, tiny gland at the front of the neck. The function of the thyroid is to make hormones that will regulate your metabolism and …
Heart failure is a medical emergency. Heart failure should recognize Signs and symptoms as soon as possible. The primary goals of treatment for heart failure are to reduce the chance of future disease progression (by reducing the need for hospital admission and thus, possibly eliminating death), minimize symptoms, and improve quality of life. The process …
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a highly debilitating condition that affects almost all organs in the body. The exact term for it is fatigued encephalomyelitis/chronic exhaustion syndrome (CESS). CFS may also cause depression, irritability, memory loss, lack of concentration, and the inability to move or coordinate. Another name for this condition is myalgiaatic encephalopathy (MAD). CFS …
Allergies are hypersensitive reactions by your body to some unknown allergen. The unknown allergen is termed an antigen. Allergens responsible for adult allergic reactions are termed atopic allergens. Commonly known allergens responsible for adult allergic reactions are food additives, preservatives, latex, artificial colors and flavorings, small animal fur and dander, fabrics, and solvents. Adult sensitivities …
Did you know that up to 80% of people experience some leg pain during their lifetime? Since the legs are used constantly, issues naturally arise. Leg pain can sound like a simple diagnosis; however, pinpointing where the pain is located can be very difficult as many different events could have caused the current problem to …
A lice infestation is an abnormal population of parasites that reside in your body. The three basic types of lice are body lice, head lice, and pubic lice. Body lice are distributed all over the body but are most common in the head, neck, and legs. Head lice lay eggs at the scalp’s base and …
Gum Disease has nothing to do with your smile, your fashion sense, or your age. It is not even about how many dental visits you have made in the last six months. Gum Disease is an autoimmune disorder that is systemic and cannot be solved by brushing, flossing, or rinsing. Periodontitis, also known as gum …
Human Papillomavirus, also known as HPV, is an infectious virus passed on through skin-to Skin contact. Some instances of human papillomavirus may not result in many health complications. But other types of HPV may cause the growth of cancerous tumours in the cervix, vagina, and anus. A strain of HPV causes these warts called the …
Are you one of those millions of people who have not been able to effectively learn how to talk to a friend? If so, then you are not alone. Many people struggle in this department regularly. You must understand that talking with a friend can be very different than talking with a stranger. If you …