Abstract It is very common these days to encounter individuals with elevated blood pressure, making hypertension one of the most prevalent cardiovascular conditions worldwide. Often called the silent killer, hypertension may remain asymptomatic for years while gradually damaging vital organs such as the heart, kidneys, and brain. Modern lifestyles including high salt intake, sedentary behavior, stress and obesity contribute significantly…
Read Article →Abstract High cholesterol is among the most common conditions and a major contributing factor to various lifestyle disorders, characterized by abnormally elevated levels of certain lipids in the blood. Cholesterol is a type of fatty substance produced by the liver and is essential for various bodily functions, including the synthesis of hormones, bile acids, and vitamin D. However, when the…
Read Article →Abstract One of the most important organs of our body that we are going to discuss today is the kidney. Normal kidney function involves filtering blood to remove waste products like urea and creatinine, regulating the body’s fluid, electrolyte, and mineral balance, controlling blood pressure, and producing essential hormones like erythropoietin and renin. So when there is damage to the…
Read Article →ABSTRACT Pain, everybody is familiar with this word, so what exactly is pain? Pain is a signal from the body indicating tissue damage, inflammation or stress. It can be acute (short acting) or chronic (persistent). Everyone in today’s life opts for over-the- counter painkillers to relieve pain. What if I say there are better safe and effective herbal drugs and…
Read Article →ABSTRACT Heart diseases or Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally these days. CVD refers to a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease (CAD), heart attacks (myocardial infarction), heart failure, and arrhythmias. One of the key mechanisms leading to many of these conditions is atherosclerosis, where plaque buildup in…
Read Article →ABSTRACT Fatty liver disease is a major health concern. Fatty liver is a common problem amongst children as well as adults. Fatty liver disease is a common hepatic disorder that is characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat within liver cells. Fatty liver accounts for 5-10 percent extra weight of the liver. It is closely associated with obesity, diabetes, sedentary…
Read Article →ABSTRACT Systemic sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune connective tissue disorder where the skin serves as both a mirror and a marker of internal disease. The tightening, thickening, and hardening of the skin not only reflect the pathological process of excessive collagen deposition but also provide the earliest and most visible clues to diagnosis. Beyond being a protective barrier, the skin…
Read Article →Abstract Treadmill tests (TMT) or exercise stress tests determine cardiovascular disease by analyzing the response of the heart to physical stress, such as walking on a treadmill, using electrodes through ECG. Cardivas is a beta-blocker used to lower high blood pressure, hence lowering the risks of stroke, angina, and other cardiovascular diseases. The long-term use of Cardivas tablets can cause…
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