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December 28, 2008
Head lice are parasites that live first and foremost in a person's scalp. They flourish here and lay their eggs and increase their numbers. One should learn how to prevent head lice from infecting a member of your family because the removal of these parasites can be bothersome and may require a long...
December 28, 2008
Thyroid is an important gland that is situated somewhere middle of the front side of the neck. Thyroid gland secrets some of the important hormones, known as 'thyroid hormones', that play important role in metabolism of the body. Metabolism is the process through which, the body utilizes the food to...
December 02, 2008
Acne is a skin condition that occurs due to the overproduction of oil by the oil glands of the skin. The oil that normally lubricates the skin gets trapped in blocked oil ducts and results in what we know as pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads on the surface of skin.
What Causes Acne
Diet: We ...
December 02, 2008
Every year, many people become ill or even die from anorexia nervosa. There are an estimated eight million people in America alone who are currently suffering from anorexia and although the majority of those suffering from anorexia are young women, men can become anorexic as well. If anorexia goes u...
November 23, 2008
Many researchers have been working hard of finding a cure for Parkinson's, but despite the best efforts of scientists from around the world, the search still continues. The good news is, however, that there are treatments available that can do a great deal to relieve the pain experienced by many Par...
November 23, 2008
What is Pink Eye - Conjunctivitis: Pink eye or conjunctivitis refers to a redness or irritation of the membranes on the inner part of the eyelids and the membranes covering the whites of the eyes.
What Causes Pink Eye
The leading cause of pink eye is a viral infection, which is highly contagio...
November 21, 2008
Pancreas is responsible for producing insulin which regulates the sugar level in the body. All those who know what diabetes is would know the importance of insulin in body (and hence the importance of pancreas). Pancreas also produces pancreatic juice which helps in digestion of food. When abnormal ...
November 21, 2008
Ovarian cancer is cancer that begins in the ovaries. Ovaries are reproductive glands found only in women. The ovaries produce eggs (ova) for reproduction. The eggs travel through the fallopian tubes into the uterus where the fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus. The ovaries are also the...
November 19, 2008
Basically, osteoporosis means porous bones. In the Greek it translates as "passages through bones." (This makes perfect sense if you look at the images of osteoporotic bone as opposed to normal bone.) Osteoporosis is a silent disease in that there is no physical sensation associated with it. Some pe...
November 19, 2008
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and is also known as degenerative joint disease. In this form of arthritis, the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones that connect at the joint wears away, exposing the bone and causing pain. This condition may also involve a decrease in the ...
November 17, 2008
Age-related macular degeneration is a chronic eye disease marked by deterioration of tissue in the part of your eye that's responsible for central vision. The deterioration occurs in the macula (MAK-u-luh), which is in the center of the retina — the layer of tissue on the inside back wall of y...
November 17, 2008
Melanoma is the most common form of skin cancer and skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the Western world. It begins in skin cells called melanocytes.
Melanocytes are found under the skin, which is made up of two layers: the epidermis on the outside and the dermis below that. To be a...
November 17, 2008
Lyme disease is a tick-borne infection that can cause serious illness. Named after the Connecticut town where a cluster of cases were diagnosed in the mid 1970s, the disorder has now been reported throughout much of the United States, with the highest levels of infection on the East Coast, from Main...
November 17, 2008
Meningitis is an inflammation of the leptomeninges and underlying subarachnoid cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Meningitis is the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the central nervous system, known collectively as the meninges. Meningitis is a disease involving inflammation, or irritation,...
November 17, 2008
As the menopause approaches, there is a decrease in estrogen production by the body. This most often happens between the ages of 45 and 55. This shift in hormone balance affects nearly every body system and causes a mixture of symptoms. Fortunately, alternative therapy offers some solutions to these...
November 17, 2008
Although every woman's body responds uniquely to the hormonal changes brought on by nursing their babies, there are certain constants that are associated with the monthly menstrual cycle and breastfeeding. Many women will experience irregular periods while nursing, while others will not menstruate a...
November 17, 2008
Menstruation is a natural biological process of women. Menstruation is also a sign of a girl growing up to be a woman. The maiden time a girl starts having the menses is called menarche. After that menstruation continues till menopause. Menstruation is also a natural process of preparing a woman&acu...
November 17, 2008
A migraine is an intense throbbing pain which often only affects part of the head and may involve nausea, vomiting, extreme pain, or vision disturbances. The pain may be felt behind the temples, or behind one eye or ear. Although migraines can occur at any time of day, they commonly begin in the mor...
November 17, 2008
Mumps is an infectious illness caused by a virus. In the 2004-2005 mumps epidemic, most of the people infected with the virus were aged between 15 and 24, but you can catch it at any age. It is now less common because of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Causes of mumps:
Mumps ...
November 17, 2008
Neuropathy describes a condition in which a person suffers from peripheral nerve damage often associated with an underlying disease. Though not a disease itself, neuropathyneuropathyneuropathy is diagnosed in many people for whom no pre-existing cause can be determined. While less than 3% of the gen...
November 17, 2008
The disease multiple sclerosis affects the body's central nervous system. When the disease takes hold, multiple sclerosis symptoms can be painful and debilitating. This experience can be terrifying for a patient who previously lived a full and healthy life.
Sudden physical limitations and mood sw...
November 13, 2008
Hemorrhoids are classified as internal or external hemorrhoids, deriving their name from their position within the body. An internal hemorrhoid is located within the rectum where it meets the top of the anal canal and external hemorrhoids are located outside of the anus and you can suffer from both ...
November 13, 2008
Regardless of how clean you keep your hair, there will always be a chance that you, or a loved one, can catch head lice. Known a Pediculus Humans Capitis, head louse are known as the adult head lice and nits are the eggs that the lice lay. You may have tried to wash the hair daily however you need t...
November 13, 2008
If you are a sexually active individual who engages in sexual intercourse or oral sex with multiple partners, then you may want to make sure to use a condom to protect yourself from viral diseases. One of the most common sexually transmitted diseases sweeping the country is herpes. Herpes is an untr...
November 13, 2008
Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters or sores that appear on the lips, mouth, or nose that are caused by a virus. The sores can be painful and usually last a few days. Unlike most viral infections, the cold sore virus is not completely eliminated by the body defenses. For this reason...
November 13, 2008
Hepatitis is characterized by the destruction of a number of liver cells and the presence of inflammatory cells in the liver tissue caused by excessive alcohol drinking, disorders of the gall bladder or pancreas, including medication side effects, and infections. in last article we have discuss food...
November 13, 2008
Hernia is a problem that is caused by the weakening of muscles of the abdominal wall. It is a painful disease that can be seen both in children and adults. The causes that may lead to hernia are genetic ones or poor lifting techniques.
Hernia occurs when the contents of a body cavity bulge out of...
November 13, 2008
High blood pressure is a serious condition that affects one in four adults. High blood pressure is dangerous because it makes the heart work harder to pump blood to the body. It is the force of blood against the walls of arteries. It makes the heart work harder to pump blood to the body and causes t...
November 13, 2008
The skin becomes covered with pinkish or red bumps or swollen areas of skin. Sometimes they itch real bad, and at other times they don't. You can get hives over most of your body, or sometimes just on your stomach, or arms. The medical name for hives is urticaria.
Hives Causes
Ordinary hives, ...
November 13, 2008
Blood pressure can be defined as the pressure or force that is applied against the artery walls as blood is carried through the circulatory system. It is recorded as a measurement of this force in relation to the heart's pumping activity, and is measured in millimeters of mercury. The top number, sy...
November 13, 2008
Thyroid is an important gland that is situated somewhere middle of the front side of the neck. Thyroid gland secrets some of the important hormones, known as 'thyroid hormones', that play important role in metabolism of the body. Metabolism is the process through which, the body utilizes the food to...
November 11, 2008
Hair loss is a big worry to many people, both male and female. If you have a worrying amount of hair in the basin after shampooing, you may think you are on the way to baldness. But this is not usually the case. The 50100 hairs that everyone loses each day often become tangled with the rest of the ...
November 11, 2008
Head lice (Pediculus capitis) are small parasitic insects exquisitely adapted to living mainly on the scalp and neck hairs of their human host. Their six impressive legs are elegantly evolved to grasp hair shafts and provide a striking example of biological specialization. Long associated with peopl...
November 11, 2008
A headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck. Serious causes of headaches are extremely rare. Most people with headaches can feel much better by making lifestyle changes, learning ways to relax, and occasionally by taking medications.
Headache causes
Headaches can be triggered ...
November 10, 2008
Marked by nervousness and overstimulation, Grave's disease is the result of an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism and body temperature, and are essential for normal growth and fertility. But in excessive amounts, they can lead to the burn-out seen in thi...
November 08, 2008
Fibroids are tumours that grow in the uterus (womb). They are benign, which means they are not cancerous, and are made up of muscle fibre. Fibroids can be as small as a pea and can grow as large as a melon. It is estimated that 20-50% of women have, or will have, fibroids at some time in their lives...
November 08, 2008
Fibromyalgia is an arthritis-related condition characterized widespread muscle pain and the presence of tender points, or areas of the body that are particularly sensitive to pressure. Other symptoms may include sleep disturbances, severe fatigue, depression and anxiety, cognitive difficulties, head...
November 08, 2008
Influenza, commonly shortened to "flu," is an extremely contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza A or B viruses. Flu appears most frequently in winter and early spring. The flu virus attacks the body by spreading through the upper and/or lower respiratory tract.
What causes colds and th...
November 08, 2008
Food poisoning comes from eating foods that contain germs like bad bacteria or toxins, which are poisonous substances. Bacteria are all around us, so mild cases of food poisoning are common. You may have had mild food poisoning — with diarrhea and an upset stomach — but your mom or dad j...
November 08, 2008
Gastritis, a condition that involves the irritation and inflammation of the stomach, afflicts millions of people. Any number of things causes it, from injury to bacteria. In that respect, it is akin to a headache: It can strike anyone, and it can be caused by a wide variety of factors both internal ...
November 08, 2008
Gastroenteritis is simply a medical term for inflammation of the stomach and intestines, usually due to food poisoning or a viral illness.
It is very common and the usual symptoms include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, tummy pain and diarrhoea. The illness usually lasts two to three days, af...
November 08, 2008
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease, or STD. (This means it spreads from person to person during vaginal, anal, or oral sexual contact.) It is caused by a virus. Genital herpes is one of the most common STDs in the United States.
Who gets genital herpes?
Anyone who is sexually act...
November 08, 2008
Genital warts, also known as venereal warts, or condylomata acuminata, are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). More than 100 types of HPV are known to exist. Low risk types (HPV 1, 2, and 3) cause warts on the hands, feet, and other parts of the body. Types (6 and 11) can cause warts on the g...
November 08, 2008
Gestational diabetes is a kind of diabetes that can happen during pregnancy. Out of every 100 pregnant women, 3 to 5 develop gestational diabetes. Like other kinds of diabetes, gestational diabetes is a condition in which your body has trouble managing the levels of glucose (sugar). Glucose is your ...
November 08, 2008
Gout is a disease that affects the joints. Left untreated, it can lead to painful foot deformity and even kidney problems. The good news is that by treating gout early, you can relieve pain and help prevent future problems. Gout can usually be treated with medication and proper diet. In severe cases...
November 08, 2008
Gallstones are hard, pebble-like deposits that form inside the gallbladder. Gallstones may be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball, depending on how long they have been forming.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Most people who have gallstones never experience any symptoms...
November 01, 2008
Acute diarrhea is something nearly everyone has experienced at one time or another. The loose, watery stools and abdominal cramps that characterize diarrhea usually last a couple of days. Diarrhea often means more-frequent trips to the toilet and a greater volume of stool.
Diarrhea Causes
The ...
November 01, 2008
Diabetes is a disorder that affects the way your body uses food for energy. Normally, the sugar you take in is digested and broken down to a simple sugar, known as glucose. The glucose then circulates in your blood where it waits to enter cells to be used as fuel. Insulin, a hormone produced by the ...
November 01, 2008
Depression is a medical condition that leads to intense feelings of sadness or despair. These feelings do not go away by themselves. They are not necessarily related to a particular life event.
Causes of Depression
Depression is an extremely complex disease. It occurs for a variety of reasons....
November 01, 2008
Constipation is defined as the inability to pass feces or having difficulty passing feces, because it is dry or hardened. Some sources define constipation as having three or less bowel movements per week, but that is a generalization. If you normally have 2 or 3 bowel movements per day, 3 per week w...
November 01, 2008
Dehydration occurs when the normal water content of your body is reduced. This leads to a change in the vital balance of chemical substances in your body, especially sodium (salt) and potassium. In order to function properly, many of the body's cells depend on these substances being maintained at th...
November 01, 2008
A cyst is a closed sac-like structure that is not a normal part of the tissue where it is found. Cysts are common and can occur anywhere in the body in people of any age. Cysts usually contain a gaseous, liquid, or semisolid substance. Cysts vary in size; they may be detectable only under a microsco...
November 01, 2008
Diverticulitis is a problem that can happen if you have diverticula in your intestine. Diverticula are tiny pouches or weak areas that bulge out from the lining of the wall of the intestine. They look like small thumbs poking out of the side of the bowel. When you have diverticula in your intestines...
November 01, 2008
Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters that usually occur on the lips, gums, or roof of the mouth. They're caused by the herpes simplex virus and are contagious. There may be pain or tingling one to two days before the cold sores appear.
What Causes Cold Sores?
Cold sores are cau...
November 01, 2008
Dizziness is a term used to describe when you are feeling woozy, or faint. Vertigo, a symptom of dizziness, is the feeling that the room is spinning around you. When people experience dizziness, it may be a symptom showing the balance mechanism in your inner ear is not working properly.
What ca...
November 01, 2008
Ordinary dry skin (xerosis) usually isn't serious, but it can be uncomfortable and unsightly, turning plump cells into shriveled ones and creating fine lines and wrinkles. More serious dry skin conditions, such as the inherited group of disorders called ichthyosis, can sometimes be disfiguring enoug...
November 01, 2008
Eczema is a form of dermatitis,or inflammation of the epidermis.The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes which are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema (swelling), itching and dryness, ...
November 01, 2008
Epilepsy is a physical condition that occurs when there is a sudden, brief change in how the brain works. When brain cells are not working properly, a person's consciousness, movement, or actions may be altered for a short time. These physical changes are called epileptic seizures. Therefore, epilep...
November 01, 2008
When a man can't get an erection to have sex or can't keep an erection long enough to finish having sex, it's called erectile dysfunction or impotence. Erectile dysfunction can occur at any age, but it is more common in men older than 65.
Erectile Dysfunction: Causes
Reduced blood flow to the ...
November 01, 2008
The medical definition of endometriosis is: endometrium including both endometrial glands and stroma in an ectopic location. What that means is, tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) that is found living outside the uterus, usually in the female pelvis. Traditionally, both gl...
November 01, 2008
Conjuctivitis is an inflammation or redness of the lining of the white part of the eye and the underside of the eyelid (conjunctiva) that can be caused by infection, allergic reaction, or physical agents like infrared or ultra-violet light.
Conjunctivitis Causes
Viral conjunctivitis and bacter...
November 01, 2008
The prostate is a small gland approximately the size and shape of a walnut. It sits directly below the bladder, in front of the rectum. The prostate is a part of the male reproductive tract. It produces fluid that combines with sperm to make semen.
After a certain age most men have signs of it. ...
October 31, 2008
Bursitis is a painful swelling of a small sac of fluid called a bursa. Bursae (plural of bursa) cushion and lubricate areas where tendons, ligaments, skin, muscles, or bones rub against each other. People who repeat the same movement over and over or who put continued pressure on a joint in their jo...
October 31, 2008
Canker sores are a common condition that affects the lining of the soft tissue of the mouth. The medical term for canker sores is "recurrent aphthous ulcerations" or simply "aphthae." Canker sores start as white to yellowish ulcers that are surrounded by redness. They are usually very small but may ...
October 31, 2008
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. Cataracts are very common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have had cataract surgery.
Causes of cataracts
As people grow older, there c...
October 31, 2008
Celiac disease is a digestive condition triggered by consumption of the protein gluten, which is found in bread, pasta, cookies, pizza crust and many other foods containing wheat, barley or rye. Oats may contain gluten as well. When a person with celiac disease eats foods containing gluten, an immun...
October 31, 2008
Cervical cancer is malignant cancer of the cervix uteri or cervical area. It may present with vaginal bleeding but symptoms may be absent until the cancer is in its advanced stages. Treatment consists of surgery (including local excision) in early stages and chemotherapy and radiotherapy in advanced...
October 31, 2008
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease common in early childhood. It is seen most often in children less than ten years old. However, the classic symptoms and incidence of chickenpox have begun to change since the introduction of a vaccine in the mid-1990s.
How is Chickenpox spread?
Chicken...
October 31, 2008
Chlamydia is caused by "Chlamydia trachomatis", a microscopic organism that has the characteristics of both a virus and a bacterium. It is spread by vaginal or anal sex, and if a person would touch their eyes with a contaminated hand, they could also develop conjunctivitis. Chlamydia is easily cured...
October 31, 2008
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a condition of prolonged and severe tiredness or weariness (fatigue) that is not relieved by rest and is not directly caused by other conditions. To be diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, the tiredness must be severe enough to decrease ability to participate in ordin...
October 28, 2008
Acne is a skin condition which has plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), inflamed pimples (pustules), and deeper lumps (nodules). Acne occurs on the face, as well as the neck, chest, back, shoulders, and upper arms. Although most teenagers get some form of acne, adults in their 20's, 30's, 40's...
October 28, 2008
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), alcoholism is "a disease that includes alcohol craving and continued drinking despite repeated alcohol-related problems, such as losing a job or getting into trouble with the law." It includes the following symptoms:
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October 28, 2008
Allergy is a disorder of the immune system often also referred to as atopy. Allergic reactions occur to environmental substances known as allergens; these reactions are acquired, predictable and rapid. Strictly, allergy is one of four forms of hypersensitivity and is called type I (or immediate) hyp...
October 28, 2008
"Alzheimer's disease" is the term used to describe a dementing disorder marked by certain brain changes, regardless of the age of onset. Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging--it is not something that inevitably happens in later life. Rather, it is one of the dementing disorders, a group...
October 28, 2008
Anemia (uh-NEE-me-eh) is a condition in which your blood has a lower than normal number of red blood cells. This condition also can occur if your red blood cells don´t contain enough hemoglobin (HEE-muh-glow-bin). Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein that gives blood its red color. This protein ...
October 28, 2008
Anorexia nervosa is a life-threatening eating disorder that is characterized by self-starvation and excessive weight loss. The disorder is diagnosed when a person weighs at least 15 percent less than his or her normal body weight. Extreme weight loss in people with anorexia nervosa can lead to dange...
October 28, 2008
AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is a condition caused by a virus called HIV. This virus attacks the immune system, the body's "security force" that fights off infections. When the immune system breaks down, you lose this protection and can develop many serious, often deadly infections and...
October 28, 2008
Anxiety is a normal, healthy emotions, and everyone experiences anxiety from time-to-time. For about one in every twelve people, however, anxiety is so persistent and severe that it creates serious difficulties. People with anxiety problems may be constantly fearful and worried or they may be so sca...
October 28, 2008
The word arthritis is derived from the Greek word arthron (joint) and suffix -itis (inflammation). For people who have arthritis, the word variously signifies pain, swelling, redness, and heat that may be caused by tissue injury or disease in the joint.
Some forms of arthritis cause mild symptoms...
October 28, 2008
Asthma is usually defined as an inflammatory disease of the air passages, making them prone to narrowing and increased mucus production. It becomes difficult to move air in and out of the lungs. Symptoms include wheeze, shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough.
Asthma Causes
The cause of...
October 28, 2008
Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common persistent infection of the foot caused by a microscopic fungus that lives on dead tissue of the hair, toenails, and outer skin layers (dermatophyte). These fungi thrive in warm, dark, moist environments such as shoes, stockings, and the floors of public show...
October 28, 2008
Appendicitis is an infection of a small section of the bowel called the appendix. It is a pouch at the junction of the small and large intestines. The size of the small finger, it is lined with a mucous membrane that produces a clear secretion. This organ has no known function. One theory, though, i...
October 16, 2008
Migraine is the term used to describe a severe pain in the head. This can be cause by the contraction or dilatation of blood vessels in the brain and the irregular nerve activity mainly in the meninges. Migraine is caused by the stimulation of the trigeminal nerve, which release a substance inducing...
October 13, 2008
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses with 10-15% of people suffering from depression at some stage in their lifetime. The general symptoms of depression include irritability, difficulty to concentrate, feelings of guilt or helplessness, reduced appetite, anxiety, loss of interest in...
October 11, 2008
When stools are loose and without consistency is called diarrhea, is an effective way for the body to get rid of an undesirable substance, this may be followed with symptoms like vomiting, stomach pain, thirst, fever, nausea dehydration. In children this may be dangerous as in people 65 and older.
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October 09, 2008
Acne is pustular eruptions, localized abscessed formation and local inflammatory conditions of the dermis and epidermis skin layers. Endogenous hormones (mainly androgens), which are present in unusually high concentrations in the blood during adolescence and puberty give rise to an excessive produc...
October 06, 2008
The explanation for cellulite is simple. Areas of the body that have a high ratio of fat to muscle (for example the thighs, hips and buttock area in women) are prone to the fat becoming trapped between muscle and skin. This causes the area to look lumpy and pocked. Connective tissue holds your muscl...
September 27, 2008
Stretch marks usually appear during periods of growth or when you quickly gain or lose weight. As your size and shape changes, your skin has to stretch to accommodate the change. Stretch marks are most common during puberty and pregnancy - times when the body undergoes rapid changes.
Stretch mark...
September 22, 2008
Acne is the most common skin disorder which predictably occurs first during the teenage. It is estimated that over 70 percent adolescents are affected by a recognizable form of acne.
Natural Treatment or Remedies for Acne
Tea tree oil, which is also commonly known melaleuca oil, is an essentia...
September 19, 2008
Sunburn is a burn to the skin produced by overexposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.
The symptoms of sunburn are: Red skin that is painful and hot to touch, mild dizziness and tiredness. The skin damage is often permanent and can have serious long-term health effects, including ski...
September 07, 2008
Acne scars are the marks which are left after the acne is caused. These acne scars are more visible on the face and the major problem for the women´s concern.
There are different kinds of acne scarring: ice pick scarring, atrophic scarring, and hypertrophic scarring. Ice pick scars are deep...
September 03, 2008
Basic Factor
Essential oils, derived from herbs, can be utilized in the following forms.
1. Use of essential oils with vaporizers
2. Using of essential oils with water.
3. Massage
4. Aromatic Relaxation
5. Tonic, Aromatic skin care
6. For relieving pains and aches
7. For Aromatic skin...
September 02, 2008
A sore throat is a common and minor condition in which the back of the throat becomes irritated in most cases (90% of them) is cause by a virus, such as the one that causes colds and flu or the bacteria that cause strep infection. In cases of bacterial or viral infections most antibiotics are ineffe...
August 31, 2008
Ear infections can be painful and irritating. If left untreated, they can lead to permanent deafness. While there are several home remedies for ear infections, it is best to consult with a doctor if the infection does not go away within two to three days.
Put some mineral oil (oil derived from a ...
August 30, 2008
Obesity is an excessive body fat of a person for a given height and gender.It is associated with increased cell size and number. The intake of the calories must harmonize with the output of work done physically, to burn up the calories. Else the unused calories get stored up in the body as fat.
S...
August 26, 2008
Piles or Hemorrhoids is the inflamed condition of the veins inside or just outside the rectum. In case of internal piles there is discharge of dark blood. And in external piles there is lot of pain.
Jamul fruit is an effective remedy for bleeding piles. The fruit should be taken with salt every m...
August 17, 2008
Blood pressure normally shoots up during winters because the blood vessel walls get hardened and blood flow becomes slow, raising the pressure of blood in the vessels wall. It is very common in elderly females after menopause (cessation of menstruation) due to hormonal changes taking place in them a...
August 12, 2008
Hydrotherapy is the use of water for healing purposes. The therapeutic uses of water were largely revived in Europe.
Water is regarded as one of the ---precious gifts of nature. It is an essential and major component of all living beings an earth. It is not a food but the nutrients to all parts ...
August 09, 2008
Advantages of Massage
Here the point under debate is primarily herbal oil/massage which is a part of general massage and the advantages derived from massaging which are as follows.
It relieves high blood pressure but, more particularly, it keeps blood pressure within normal confines.
It rem...
August 05, 2008
Every woman wants to be beautiful. Those who are born beautiful may look worm out with the passage of time and age. This is a reason why, in order to stay beautiful, women of all ages need expert adivice, commonly known as Beauty Care. Oils plays an important role, and their range is so vast, that t...
July 05, 2008
Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a painful or burning feeling in the upper abdomen and is usually accompanied by nausea, bloating or gas, a feeling of fullness, and, sometimes, vomiting. While indigestion may be the result of a disease or an ulcer in the digestive tract, most often it is the...
July 06, 2008
Constipation is a problem almost everyone faces at one time or another. Herbal remedies for constipation are a safe and natural way to get relief without upsetting your digestive system or introducing harsh chemicals that can produce side effects. By taking a natural approach to solving the symptoms...
July 05, 2008
A cold is a contagious viral disease which infects the soft lining (mucous membrane) of the nose. There are more than 100 different viruses which can result in a cold. The characteristic symptom is a runny nose.
Common Colds are most prevalent among children, and seem to be related to youngsters'...
July 05, 2008
Ear infection can inflict one or both the ears. They are especially common in children unto age eight. And they are the most common cause of earache. The discomfort maybe mild with a dull-ache or searing intense pain in front of, above or behind the ears. Sometimes there is temporary hearing loss
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July 05, 2008
Diabetes means that your blood glucose (also called blood sugar) is too high. Your body uses glucose for energy. But having too much glucose in your blood can hurt you. When you take care of your diabetes, you will feel better. You will reduce your risk for problems with your kidneys, eyes, nerves, ...
July 05, 2008
Sweating and perspiration is natural in everyone (when it is normal), which may not make you smell so bad but when it becomes excess, it makes you really smell like a hell. Factors such as anxiety, some foods and beverages, chronic diseases, use of drugs, over secretion of hormones, menopause and co...
July 05, 2008
Stress is the body's reaction to a physical, emotional, social or mental condition imposed on the person. These changes, whether good or bad, produces tension or stress. There is no way to avoid stress completely, injuries, weddings, meetings, childbirth, deadlines, bills to pay, even going to a par...
July 05, 2008
Psoriasis is one of the most chronic skin diseases that is recognized by thick, red, silvery, scaled patches on the skin. It can be defined as an inflammatory skin condition. It affects both sexes and usually appears in the age of 15-35 years.
Psoriasis can occur anywhere on the body, but is most...
July 05, 2008
Boil is a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue in the skin. It starts off as reddened tender area and over a period of time, the area around it becomes firm and hard. The center of the boil full of pus is soft and is filled with infection fighting white blood cells, bacteria and...
July 06, 2008
Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of airflows and the symptoms for asthma are producing wheezing sound, cough, and extreme difficulty for breathing. Herbal remedies for asthma are helpful to cure it efficiently. They are effective and it is a good old remedy. The herbs used in the herbal remedies f...
July 06, 2008
Acne is characterized by skin blemishes or pimples and can occur at any point throughout one's lifetime. Since it is related to hormonal imbalance, acne frequently appears at puberty and in women over forty as they approach menopause. The western medical approach is to treat acne with antibiotics, b...
July 06, 2008
Skin does not bounce back if it's been stretched by rapid growth due to pregnancy, weight gain, or extreme weight loss. Instead, it becomes decorated by a form of scarring called stretch marks, or striae. Stretch marks often start off as reddish or purplish in color and then become glossy skin that ...
July 03, 2008
A vaginal yeast infection is usually caused by a fungus called Candida albicans which is normally found in small amounts in the vagina.
It's estimated that three out of four women will have a yeast infection in their lifetime. Factors that contribute to vaginal yeast infection include pregnancy, di...
July 03, 2008
Alcoholism is a condition in which a person has irresistible urge to consume alcohol. When a person consumes more alcohol than his body limits is often termed as alcohol abuse. This behavior soon takes a shape of a painful disease that kills both his physical as well as the mental health. If he cont...
July 03, 2008
Obesity results from the excessive accumulation of fat that exceeds the body's skeletal and physical standards. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), an increase in 20 percent or more above your ideal body weight is the point at which excess weight becomes a health risk. Today 97 mil...
July 03, 2008
Varicose veins are abnormally enlarged veins that appear close to the skin's surface. They occur usually in the calves and thighs and is the result of malfunctioning valves inside the veins as prolonged pressure or obstruction of the veins.
Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) has been shown ...
July 03, 2008
Diabetes is a disease that develops, due to a problem with the hormone insulin, produced by the pancreas. Insulin, controls the glucose in the blood, and how much glucose is absorbed by the cells; which in turn use glucose to produce energy. When insulin is not present, or the body is not using it p...
July 03, 2008
Sunburn is due to excessive exposure to the sun's ultra-violet ( UV ) rays. The sun's ultra-violet rays are the ones responsible when we have a sunburn. There are two types of ultra-violet rays, ultra-violet A ( UVA ) and ultra-violet B ( UVB ). Both are very strong and harmful to the skin. UVB rays...
July 03, 2008
Asthma is a very common respiratory disease, it affects the trachea and bronchial tubes by becoming inflamed and plugged with mucus. This causes the airways to narrow, restricting the amount of air going to the lungs, and makes it very difficult to breathe. Asthma can occur in anyone but is very com...
July 03, 2008
When stools are loose and without consistency is called diarrhea, is an effective way for the body to get rid of an undesirable substance, this may be followed with symptoms like vomiting, stomach pain, thirst, fever, nausea dehydration. In children this may be dangerous as in people 65 and older.
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July 03, 2008
Gastritis means "inflammation of the stomach." In most cases the lining of the stomach, suffer erosion and perforations, sometimes even bleeding. The most common causes of gastritis are alcohol and most pain killers. From aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, to Aleve, and many others cause irritation of ...
July 03, 2008
Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions are a major cause of pain and disability, affecting around 6.1 million Australian and placing a high economic and personal burden on the community. However, effective treatment and management can reduce the effects of these conditions.
There are more than...
July 03, 2008
Dandruff is the common skin problem that we face in our daily life. With dandruff your hairs loose their beauty and can even become a nightmare for you. Healthy hairs make you attractive while hairs with dandruff can spoil your personality. So be cautious about your looks and get rid of unwanted &ac...
July 03, 2008
Conjunctivitis or "pink eye" is an inflammation of the conjunctiva which is the membrane that covers the entire eyeball and the inside of the eyelids. The symptoms of conjunctivitis are redness, eye pain, burning, blured vision, feeling of dryness and discharge of a sticky fluid.
Conjunctivitis ...
July 03, 2008
Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection of the skin also known as tinea pedis. The fungus thrives in warm, damp environments, such as the locker rooms, health clubs, public showers, and indoor swimming pools.
Treat athlete's foot using garlic - Either crush or blend a couple cloves of garlic....
July 03, 2008
Colon cleansing is required for the removal of toxic and mucus buildup in the colon and assists in recovering natural balance of good and bad bacteria and the adequate absorption and production of enzymes and vitamins. Proper colon cleansing will help reduce food intolerance, improve skin appearance...
July 03, 2008
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain and results in disorientation, with impaired memory, thinking, and judgement. People with Alzheimers also undergo changes in their behavior. This combination of symptoms is also called dementia.
People with Alzheim...
June 23, 2008
There are a number of exercises for weight loss. Most of these exercises are beneficial for weight loss. There are a number of exercises that helps to weight loss.
The different levels of these exercises help an individual to control the weight. The success rate of a particular exercise depends on...
June 23, 2008
Blood is actually a liquid made up of several different cell types. One of the most important and most numerous cell types is the red blood cell. The purpose of the red blood cell is to deliver oxygen to the body. Anemia describes the condition in which the number of red blood cells in your blood is...
June 23, 2008
Constipation refers to any irregularity in, or absence of, bowel movements. The slow movement of food through the large intestine and the amount of time the waste remains in the colon are factors that contribute to constipation. More and more water is absorbed while the waste is in our body and the ...
June 23, 2008
A sore throat is a common and minor condition in which the back of the throat becomes irritated in most cases (90% of them) is cause by a virus, such as the one that causes colds and flu or the bacteria that cause strep infection. In cases of bacterial or viral infections most antibiotics are ineffe...
June 23, 2008
Cough is an important reflex action, which the body undertakes to get rid of substances that are irritating the air passages. A cough is usually initiated to clear a buildup of phlegm in the trachea, by forceful expulsion of air at high speed away from the body. You can choose to cough (a voluntary ...
June 22, 2008
Psoriasis is a skin disorder than can occur at any age in both men and women. Most commonly, psoriasis first appears as thick, flaky patches of skin on the elbows, knees, or other parts of the body. The patches may be silver or red.
In some cases, psoriasis is so mild that people don't know they ...
June 22, 2008
Pneumonia is a common but potentially deadly inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by an infection. When the air sacs in the lungs become infected, pus and other liquid fill them, making it difficult to breathe and difficult for oxygen to reach your blood. Pneumonia can affect a single section o...
June 22, 2008
Smoking is not good for health. It is an accepted fact of life. Smoking is harmful and disastrous for the health of human being. Despite knowing this, people find it very difficult to quit smoking. In case a person is concerned about his health in the true sense, he or she has no other alternative b...
June 22, 2008
Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet, and the nails. It's name is a bit of a confusion as it has nothing to do with worms. The name comes from the red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin. Ringworm is also calle...
June 22, 2008
Snoring is a dysfunction that is caused in the mechanism of the human body. The muscles in your soft palate, throat and tongue relax when you are in deep sleep, closing the airway partially.
If the muscles in the throat relax enough, the air coming in and out of the lungs through this airway gets...
June 22, 2008
Acne is a common problem and persons suffering from it are often desperately looking for ways of getting rid of it. Teenagers commonly get this skin problem though the effects last long after the teenage years have passed. However, taking a little care will ensure that the problem is overcome to a g...
June 22, 2008
Limejuice serves as an excellent home remedy for backache. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon and add common salt in it. Drink it two times in a day. It will act as a great back pain reliever.
Massage is also an effective form of back pain relief, which is used to relax the muscles as well as to reliev...
June 22, 2008
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a very common temporary condition caused by such things as oral dryness, stress, hunger (ketosis), eating certain foods such as garlic and onions, smoking, or poor oral hygiene.
Almost everything we put into our mouth, particulary food and drink, can make i...
June 22, 2008
Asthma is usually defined as an inflammatory disease of the air passages, making them prone to narrowing and increased mucus production. It becomes difficult to move air in and out of the lungs. Symptoms include wheeze, shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough.
During breathing, air is norm...
June 22, 2008
Breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer in women and the second most common cause of cancer death in women in the U.S. While the majority of new breast cancers are diagnosed as a result of an abnormality seen on a mammogram, a lump or change in consistency of the breast tissue can also be a...
June 22, 2008
Brain tumors, also known as brain cancer, start within the substance of the brain, spinal cord or nerves. Some tumors which arise from the brain or spine coverings (meninges) are also considered primary brain tumors. Metastatic brain tumors have spread from cancer in other parts of the body, most fr...
June 22, 2008
Anemia is defined as "a pathologic deficiency in the amount of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin in the red blood cells." It is a common problem for cancer patients and often results from the therapies used to suppress or control tumors. Anemia is associated with fatigue - a feeling of weakness or diminish...
June 22, 2008
Dandruff is often associated with dryness of the scalp. There is however a world of difference between dandruff and flakes of dry skin from ones scalp, but it is no doubt a scalp problem. Medically, dandruff is known as ´pityriasis´ and is a result of ´seborrhea´ which is a d...
June 22, 2008
Blackheads make you frustrated and annoying. In severe cases even they can stop you going to parties, functions and enjoying your life. They are a caution sign for pimples and acne. So, it´s important that you start treating them immediately, as soon as you notice
Blackheads are caused when...
June 01, 2008
Acid reflux is a condition characterized by the backflow (reflux) of food and acids from the stomach, which causes a burning sensation up and down the esophagus and damages its inner lining. Depending on the composition of the refluxed contents and the frequency of the refluxes, acid reflux varies f...
June 01, 2008
Acid reflux is mainly caused due to regurgitation or refluxing of partly digested food back to esophagus. This reflux causes inflammation in food tube leading to burning sensations and pain in stomach and digestive tract. Once food has reached stomach, the lid of sphincter muscle should close proper...
June 01, 2008
Heartburn (GERD, Acid Reflux) could be just a minor discomfort after eating a heavy meal or it could be a chronic condition affecting quality of your life. This site was created based on my personal experience living with chronic heartburn and acid reflux. Usually doctors refer to it as GERD or Gast...
May 16, 2008
The first step to understanding the various causes of low back pain is learning about the normal design (anatomy) of the tissues of this area. Important structures of the low back that can be related to symptoms there include the bony lumbar spine (vertebrae), discs between the vertebrae, ligaments ...
May 16, 2008
Back Pain, especially in the lower back (lumbar spine), is a problem that most people experience at some time in their lives. The muscles that support the spine are in constant use; even while simply sitting, the muscles are in use to keep one from falling over. The spine also bends, straightens and...
May 14, 2008
There are lots of reasons for a person to get depressed but you can easily identify the symptoms of depression and help the person to overcome it. Few symptoms are easily identifiable .The symptoms like Over weight or loss of weight, insomnia or excessive sleep can be the symptoms of depression.
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May 14, 2008
Depression is a state of mind which is characterized by a negative sense of inadequacy and a visual lack of activity. It is a mental state in which the effecting person experiences sad feelings of gloom and downturn in mood, which may be relatively transitory and may be due to something complex. The...
May 14, 2008
Depression occurs mainly as a result of unbalances neurotransmitters in the brain. There are four types of neurotransmitters known as seratonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, and GABA. The main neurotransmitter associated with depression is seratonin. Most antidepressants are used to increase the amount...
May 11, 2008
Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles. It is a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia and...
May 11, 2008
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a set of related diseases in which the body cannot regulate the amount of sugar (specifically, glucose) in the blood.
Glucose in the blood gives you energy to perform daily activities, walk briskly, run for a bus, ride your bike, take aerobic exercise class, and perform...
May 07, 2008
Acne occurs when the natural oils that the skin produces gets clogged in the pores of the skin. Normally, acne is prevalent in the onset of puberty when the body starts to produce hormones, it has also been known to be a problem for women during pregnancy. Since acne is a problem for people world wi...
May 07, 2008
Asthma has dramatically risen worldwide over the past decades, particularly in developed countries, and experts are puzzled over the cause of this increase. The mechanisms that cause asthma are complex and vary among population groups and even from individual to individual. Many asthma sufferers hav...
May 07, 2008
Asthma symptoms vary in severity from occasional mild bouts of breathlessness to daily wheezing that persists despite taking large doses of medication. After exposure to asthma triggers, symptoms rarely develop abruptly but progress over a period of hours or days. Occasionally, the airways have beco...
May 07, 2008
Asthma is an ancient Greek word meaning "panting or shortdrawn breath". It is in allergic reaction due to one or more allergens. It is the most troublesome of respiratory diseases. The asthma patient gets frequent attacks of breathlessness, in between which, he is completely normal.
One of the mo...
May 07, 2008
Asthma medication plays a key role in gaining good control of your asthma. Asthma is a chronic (lifelong) disease that involves inflammation of the airways superimposed with recurrent episodes of decreased airflow, mucus production, and cough. Choosing the proper asthma medication is crucial in avoi...
May 06, 2008
Abrasions are very common sports injuries that are usually caused by a fall on a hard surface. As the athlete falls or slides on the ground, friction causes layers of skin to rub off. The skin is composed of an outer layer (the epidermis) which provides protection, and a deep inner layer (the dermis...
May 06, 2008
Acne is a chronic disorder of the hair follicles and sebaceous glands. Some of the characteristics of acne include black heads, pimples, cysts, infected abscesses, and rarely scarring. Acne usually occurs during adolescence in both men and women. To be more specific, acne starts during puberty and t...
May 06, 2008
Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skin's oil glands (sebaceous glands), which leads to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits. Acne lesions usually occur on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. Nearly 17 million people in the Unite...
April 16, 2008
Brahmi is an herb that is known to man kind as a brain enhancer. It is also an herb that has been used as a brain modulator.
Brahmi is used to revitalize the body and as a memory support. It helps to overcome the negative effects of stress. It is exclusive in its ability to revitalize mental proc...
April 10, 2008
Constipation in children is a growing world problem. In fact, more children than adults are suffering from constipation to some extent or the other. Nipping constipation in the bud is very important, because as the child grows, it might compound to several complicated forms. This article is a collec...
April 11, 2008
Ashwagandha or Withania Somnifera or has a long medicinal history dating back 5000 years. Ashwagandha or Withania Somnifera is a very significant herbal drug in Ayurveda or Indian System of medication. This meticulous herb was used to treat a variety of infectious diseases as well as tremors and inf...
March 14, 2008
Acne is the most common skin disorder which predictably occurs first during the teenage. It is estimated that over 70 percent adolescents are affected by a recognizable form of acne.
The acne home remedies listed below have worked for many people, but they may not work for some people. All home r...
March 15, 2008
Shooting games have been drawing everybody´s attention and nowadays, they are much popular than ever before. Such kind of genre not only adds thrill to the gaming but they also have many knock-on effects. Video games, being invented for fun, provided more than fun and with the help of latest a...
March 15, 2008
It is no more secret for anyone that one has, somewhere in their body, a soldier. The soldier who is always explores different puzzles and is so excited to go on some mission gunning down the enemies and to accomplish the mission given. If you are among them who feel this, get the gun and just go to...
March 12, 2008
Now is this the question to be asked!!! They just exist because they are shooting games! And they are just shooting games!!! Feel like paid in same coins? Well, there is an interesting story that lies behind the curtains.
The shooting games were originally had in mind for the hunters who wanted ...
March 12, 2008
When it comes to shooting games, all you imagine is great battlefield with thousands of bullets and hundreds of missiles in the air. Great bomb-blasting and heart-throbbing sound effects create a battleground in your room itself. Gone are the days when you had funny joystick in your hand and played...
March 09, 2008
There is no doubt about this that playing shooting games, one can find a great way to expand the realm of thinking, alertness and multitasking. For parents, especially for their children, shooting games are the best options to entertain them and make them alert as well. There are many parents who al...
March 09, 2008
It is inevitable that when you are on the WorldWideWeb, you encounter the term 'shooting games' many times. These are the games that are liked by almost all the people irrespective of their ages. Such games that available on the Internet are interactive and animated to offer realistic flair. General...
March 09, 2008
Nowadays, shooting games have become an integral part of the world of computer games, without which, probably, one may not find it interesting. Parents, on other side, allow their kids to play shooting and become a great warrior since there is no harm, they do not step out of the home and though in ...
March 06, 2008
Someone was assassinated in a downtown area of the city last morning! The INTERPOL thinks of some sharp shooters involved for this sinful act, who probably used the new bolt-action Centerfire Rifle from Remington with a Bushnell 3-9X scope! Do not fall from your seat
this is nothing other than the b...
March 05, 2008
Shooting games are action games and they are considered as great stress reliever! There is nothing to confuse that what how can the gun work like anti-depressant? Many psychiatrics have now come to the conclusion that people who play shooting games can let out their anger by gunning down the enemies...
March 03, 2008
Let us accept that you have, somewhere, a soldier in you who is always in search of some mission to gun-down the enemies and to win the battle. If you feel you are a soldier, go to the battle and prove that you are a great warrior! Afraid??? There is no need to
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The world is now advanced with a...
February 26, 2008
Online or computer gaming has brought in skyrocketing popularity among the masses. From puzzles to races and from there to actions, there are hundreds of computer and video games that are played worldwide with a variety of platforms like PlayStation III, PlayStation II, Xbox, Nintendo Wii and Ninten...
February 19, 2008
Just a decade back, multi-player games were just new and were not thought to be so happening. These shooting games drawn everybody´s attention in just recent years but in these years, they have occupied everybody´s brain. Few years back, if one wanted to play some role-playing with someb...
January 06, 2008
Arthritis is a name specified to more than 100 types of mild to crippling joint problems that cause swelling, pain and rigidity.
Different kinds of Arthritis are:
Osteoarthritis: It is caused by chips and break in the smooth cartilage that cushions the joints. When bone surfaces have too minut...
January 02, 2008
Constipation is an infrequent or a hard bowel movement. It is a symptom, not an ailment, and is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than 3 times a week. If you do not have a bowel movement every day it does not indicate that you are constipated. Usual bowel movements could occur 3 times in a si...
December 29, 2007
Most people lose about 50 to 100 head hairs every day. These hairs are restored - they grow back in the similar follicle on your head. This amount of hair loss is completely normal and no reason for worry but if you're losing more than that, though, something may be not right. The medical expression...
December 28, 2007
A sore throat is a common and minor condition in which the back of the throat becomes irritated in most cases (90% of them) is cause by a virus, such as the one that causes colds and flu or the bacteria that cause strep infection. In cases of bacterial or viral infections most antibiotics are useles...
December 25, 2007
Acne Introduction
Acne is the most common and chronic skin disease. It is an inflammatory condition of the sebaceous (oil) glands and hair follicles usually found on the face, the neck, chest and shoulders. Nearly eight out of ten young people between the ages of 12 and 24 suffer from the some de...
December 24, 2007
Arthritis Introduction
The word 'arthritis' means 'inflammation of joints.' It comes from two Greek words, athron meaning joints and itis meaning inflammation. It is a chronic disease process. In the early stages, the whole body is usually involved and one or two joints may become completely defo...
December 17, 2007
If you are really looking for yeast infection treatment then you are at the right place because In next 10-15 minutes I will tell you how to cure yeast infection with simple but best natural and home remedies for yeast infection.
Yeast are minute organisms (candida fungus) that exist in minute nu...
December 17, 2007
If you are looking for the constipation cure then you are at right place because in next 15-20 minutes I will tell you how to treat constipation with some simple but really useful constipation home remedies
What is constipation?
Constipation refers to any abnormality in, or absence of bowel mo...
December 14, 2007
If you are looking for earache remedies then you are at the right place because in next 15-20 minutes I will tell you how to get relief from earache with some simple but useful earache home remedies
But if the condition is severe then contact your doctor immediately. Do not waste time on internet...
December 12, 2007
Arthritis Introduction
Arthritis is a general term applied to inflammatory processes in the joints and muscles. It's a complex disorder that comprises more than 100 distinct conditions and can affect people at any stage of life. Arthritis (from Greek arthro - joint + itis - inflammation) is a gro...
December 06, 2007
What Is Asthma
Asthma is a chronic ailment in which inflammation of the airways, or bronchi, affects the way air enters and leaves the lungs, thereby disrupting breathing. When allergens or irritants come into contact with the inflamed airways, the already sensitive airways tighten and narrow, ma...
December 05, 2007
Backache, as the name suggest, is nothing but pain in the back. It is one of the most common ailments of the mankind. Medically, it can be considered as lumbago especially when the backache is lower backache. It is a discomfort in the area of lower back and this pain could be acute or chronic. If it...
December 02, 2007
The stomach generally secrets acid, which is an essential substance in digestive process. This acid will help in breaking down the food during the digestion and when there is excess production of the acid in the stomach, it turns in the condition called as acidity or APD - acid peptic disorder. Gene...
December 02, 2007
Acne is very common condition seen in almost all the humans. One or the other time, all of us must have experience acne or pimple. This is nothing but a skin condition in which, the skin gets inflamed on a particular spot and appears as a papule or as an elevated seed like structure. Acne and pimple...
December 02, 2007
The blackheads are medically known as pen comedones (singular comedo). They are yellowish or blackish bumps or plugs on the skin. Generally, a blackhead is considered as a type of Blackhead vulgaris (blackhead). It is caused by excess oils that have accumulated in the duct of sebaceous gland those a...
November 29, 2007
Hair loss as it is commonly understood is losing the hairs from the head. Medically, the hair loss refers to the baldness or alopecia. This is losing the hairs from the scalp in abundant quantity. Generally, losing 50-100 hairs per day can be considered as a normal physiological procedure as all tho...