Introduction This problem arises due to abnormal growth of cells. This happens when old cells do not die. This occurs when the body’s ability to kill old cells fails and keeps on producing new cells that are abnormal. These cells may form a mass of tissue called tumor, but there are tumors that do not lead to cancer such as…
Read Article →Introduction Diabetes is a widespread problem throughout the world. The elevated levels of sugar in the body is called diabetes. The two main types of diabetes are -Type 1 diabetes (also called juvenile diabetes) wherein the body does not produce insulin at all and Type 2 diabetes in which the body does not produce enough insulin or the insulin that…
Read Article →Introduction Terminal Ileitis is considered as a chronic inflammatory disease that affects very end of the small intestine (terminal ileum), the part of the small intestine closest to the colon, making it narrow. This disease starts with the formation of ulcers in the small and large intestines. Terminal ileitis is generally caused by interactions between environmental, immunological and bacterial factors…
Read Article →Introduction Tinea capitis is the dermatophytosis of the scalp (i.e. fungal infection of the scalp and affect in the cutaneous level). It is also popular by the names like ring worm of the scalp, scalp ringworm, ring worm of the hair, herpes tonsurans & tinea tonsurans. It is an infectious disease. The primary cause of this disease is the invasion…
Read Article →Introduction Psoriasis is an inflammatory disorder of skin with symptoms like cracks, itching, soreness, redness and bleeding. It results in pain and discomfort in the skin. Psoriasis can occur anywhere in the body but most prevalent sites are scalp surfaces, back of wrists, elbows, knees and buttocks. It can also occur on the nails. Psoriasis has no permanent cure because…
Read Article →Kidneys are small bean shaped organs which are located at the posterior side of your abdomen and perform a crucial role in the healthy functioning of the body. Kidneys help in flushing out toxins and waste products from the blood. They release very important hormones which are renin, calcitriol and erythropoietin which further plays an important part in healthy maintenance…
Read Article →What is Uric Acid? It is a heterocyclic compound of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen. It is a normal component of urine. But its high concentration can lead to gout, kidney stones and many other medical condition like diabetes. Normal Uric Acid Levels of Males and Females are:- Men- 3.4-7.0 mg/dl Women- 2.4-6.0 mg/dl But these values may also vary…
Read Article →Garcinia cambogia is a weight reduction supplement. Extracted from a tropical fruit called Malabar tamarind which also has the same name — garcinia cambogia — used to be a traditional sour flavour in meal. In today’s world, it is popularly known for its effect on weight loss. It contains Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA), a biologically active substance in its skin. This…
Read Article →A bowel disorder that occurs in the large intestinal area is called as ulcerative colitis. The medical field terms this disease as colitis ulcerosa and this common type of disorder. The main contents of this disease are open sores and ulcers that are painful. In some cases, it can harm the gastrointestinal passages, which are a vital part of the…
Read Article →Bronchial Asthma is the most common type of asthma which mainly affects the lungs. It is characterized by sneezing, chest congestion and fatigue. Bronchial asthma causes hyper-reactivity and narrowing of airways due to swelling and inflammation that obstructs the air entry to and from the lungs. Causes of Asthma Family History of allergies Personal History of allergies Respiratory tract ailments…
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