Pradeep Chauhan
Peter Sams is a health and beauty expert. He writes on alternative health and skin care and have contributed lot of articles on ayurveda. His articles have been published in many publications.
He has gained an expert authors status from many reputed author΄s society. He is also an active member of many social networks. His articles on home remedies are renowned worldwide and read by millions of visitors.
He is also a member of authors community of Ayushveda.com - World's Largest Ayurveda Encyclopedia. You can checkout more of his work on Beauty Makeup Tips and Herbal Remedies. He also has a keen interest in Technology Reviews and has a blog on Mobile Phone Reviews.
He has gained an expert authors status from many reputed author΄s society. He is also an active member of many social networks. His articles on home remedies are renowned worldwide and read by millions of visitors.
He is also a member of authors community of Ayushveda.com - World's Largest Ayurveda Encyclopedia. You can checkout more of his work on Beauty Makeup Tips and Herbal Remedies. He also has a keen interest in Technology Reviews and has a blog on Mobile Phone Reviews.
Articles by Pradeep
July 14, 2008
Benign positional vertigo (BPV)—or simply vertigo—is a disorder of the inner ear.
July 14, 2008
Shingles is a reactivation of the herpes zoster virus (varicella-zoster virus, or VZV).
July 14, 2008
Mosteiro dos Jerσnimos- Regarded as Lisbon´s most important landmark, the construction of this stunning monastery began in 1502 and was completed before the end of the century.
July 14, 2008
Manish Malhotra is the most famous designer in Indian Fashion Industry as well as Film Industry.
July 14, 2008
Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet, and the nails.
July 14, 2008
Sunburn is a burn to the skin produced by overexposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.
July 14, 2008
Pancreatic cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men and the fifth most common in women in the U.S. It occurs nearly twice as often in men as women, but rarely develops before age 50.
July 14, 2008
Tendons themselves are cords of tough, fibrous connective tissue that attach muscles to bones.
July 14, 2008
Shingles is a very painful and often debilitating condition caused by the herpes zoster virus, which is also responsible for chickenpox.
July 14, 2008
A skin tag is a common, acquired benign skin growth that looks like a small piece of hanging skin.
July 12, 2008
Calf Muscles
Calf muscles are usually difficult to develop, as daily walking toughens them, making it hard for them to grow.
July 12, 2008
Oolong Tea
Oolong Tea is a Chinese Tea, which is also referred to as the semi-green tea.
July 12, 2008
With growing stress and hectic routine of life, it has become increasingly necessary to have a healthy diet.
July 12, 2008
Congestive heart failure (CHF), congestive cardiac failure (CCF) or just heart failure, is a condition that can result from any structural or functional cardiac disorder that impairs the ability of the heart to fill with blood or pump a sufficient amount of blood through the body.
July 12, 2008
Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids.
July 12, 2008
Hepatitis (plural hepatitides) implies injury to the liver characterized by the presence of inflammatory cells in the tissue of the organ.
July 12, 2008
A hiccup or hiccough (normally pronounced "HICK-up" IPA: /ˈhɪkəp/; hiccough is an archaic and now disused spelling), is the spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm that repeat several times per minute.
July 12, 2008
Diarrhea
Come summertime and diarrhea becomes the most common problem to affect adults and children alike.
July 12, 2008
Stuffy Nose
Come winter time and most of the people fall prey to the problem of cough and cold.
July 12, 2008
Hyperthyroidism is the term for overactive tissue within the thyroid gland, resulting in overproduction and thus an excess of circulating free thyroid hormones: thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), or both.
July 12, 2008
Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder resulting from deficiency of thyroid hormone.
July 12, 2008
Toothache Relief
One of the worst pains that a person can experience is a toothache.
July 12, 2008
Wrist and metacarpal injuries are more common in contact sports, racquet sports, and gymnastics.
July 12, 2008
Hypertension, referred to as high blood pressure, HTN or HPN, is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is chronically elevated.
July 11, 2008
A bruise, also called a contusion or ecchymosis, is an injury to biological tissue in which the capillaries are damaged, allowing blood to seep into the surrounding tissue.
July 11, 2008
Carrier oils can be used for much more than just diluting your essential oils! The natural skin softening, moisturising and nourishing qualities of Quinessence Carrier oils can be used to soften wrinkles, increase elasticity and help balance an uneven complexion.
July 11, 2008
Food or small objects can cause choking if they get caught in your throat and block your airway.
July 11, 2008
Fibromyalgia is a form of arthritis characterize by pain in muscles, ligaments etc and exuberant fatigues.
July 11, 2008
Women with diabetes who are pregnant or breast-feeding need the same nutrition as pregnant or breast-feeding women who do not have diabetes.
July 11, 2008
Gallstones are solid lumps or stones that form in the gallbladder or bile duct.
July 11, 2008
Gastritis is not a single disease, but several different conditions that all have inflammation of the stomach lining.
July 11, 2008
Have you ever had the "stomach flu?" What you probably had was gastroenteritis - not a type of flu at all.
July 11, 2008
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the herpes simplex viruses type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2).
July 11, 2008
Your esophagus is the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach.
July 11, 2008
Graves' disease is a thyroid-specific autoimmune disorder in which the body makes antibodies to the thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR), leading to hyperthyroidism, or an abnormally strong release of hormones from the thyroid gland.
July 11, 2008
Impairments in hearing can happen in either frequency or intensity, or both.
July 11, 2008
Hypnosis therapy is like aspirin -- it is a "technique" which many people believe in, but a technique that is not fully understood.
July 11, 2008
Brighten your morning.
Wake up at the same time, and bathe yourself in sunlight.
July 11, 2008
Well it should, however you probably think it will never happen to you.
July 11, 2008
Most poisonings occur when parents or caregivers are home but not paying attention.
July 11, 2008
Epilepsy is a recurrent seizure disorder caused by abnormal electrical discharges from brain cells, often in the cerebral cortex.
July 11, 2008
Syphilis is caused by a spirochete, Treponema pallidum.
July 11, 2008
A toothache, also known as odontalgia or, less frequently, as odontalgy, is an aching pain in or around a tooth.
July 11, 2008
The appearance of cellulite is called orange peel or cottage cheese because of the dimpled effect it has on the skin.
July 11, 2008
Whiplash is a relatively common injury that occurs to a person's neck following a sudden acceleration-deceleration force, most commonly from motor vehicle accidents.
July 11, 2008
Uterine fibroids: Uterine fibroids are benign tumors of the uterus (the womb) and the single most common indication for hysterectomy.
Uterine fibroids can be present, but be inapparent.
July 09, 2008
A very controversial and sensitive issue for many, deciding to have an abortion can be extremely difficult.
July 09, 2008
Acne is not just a problem for teens but it can also affect many adults as well.
July 09, 2008
Saltiness in mouth is one of the most common and ignored phenomenon in the world.
July 09, 2008
Lemon detox diet
Lemon detox diet is one of the most popular diet plans in the market today.
July 09, 2008
Straight hair has become increasingly popular, perhaps because it is finally achievable even for the curliest heads with hotter than ever flat irons and turbo-charged blow dryers.
July 09, 2008
Alopecia areata (AA) is a non-scarring, inflammatory, hair loss disease that is seen in men, women and children.
July 09, 2008
Urticaria, commonly referred to as hives, is the most frequent dermatologic disorder seen in the ED.
July 09, 2008
Gastroenteritis refers to inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, involving both the stomach and the small intestine and resulting in acute diarrhea.
July 09, 2008
Neem is a fast-growing tree that can reach a height of 15-20 m (about 50-65 feet), rarely to 35-40 m (115-131 ft.).
July 09, 2008
As head of one of India's most venerated family businesses, Tata, 69, has unique stature.
July 09, 2008
Did you know that about twelve million Americans have one tattoo! A tattoo is a design made on the skin by a process of pricking and ingraining an indelible pigment.
July 09, 2008
A rash is a general term for a change in the color, or texture of area of your skin.
July 09, 2008
An umbilical hernia is a protrusion of the gut under the skin of the navel.
July 09, 2008
Vegetarian diet could enable arthritis patients to protect themselves against heart attacks and strokes, a research has suggested.
July 09, 2008
Arthritis
Arthritis is basically a medical condition in which an individual suffers from joints pain.
July 09, 2008
The very first pregnancy in a woman´s life brings various fears to the mind, but the thought of that cute infant, safe in momma´s tummy, vanishes all qualms.
July 09, 2008
Though all babies may seem just the same at their birth, they do have different personality traits.
July 09, 2008
Store shelves are overflowing with mints, mouthwashes and other products designed to help people combat and prevent bad breath.
July 09, 2008
Ectopic pregnancy is not a normal pregnancy.
July 09, 2008
All of us are aware of the word ´stress´ and even have a personal view of what it actually is.
July 09, 2008
Homemade Facial Mask
Looking good is one of the prerequisites of feeling good and vice versa.
July 09, 2008
Strep Throat
A strep throat is basically an infection of the mucous membranes lining the pharynx.
July 08, 2008
Dehydration (hypohydration) is the removal of water (hydro in ancient Greek) from an object.
July 08, 2008
Dizziness is one area where doctors and patients fail to see eye to eye.
July 08, 2008
A drug allergy is a faulty immune system reaction to a drug.
July 08, 2008
Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating foods that have harmful organisms in them.
July 08, 2008
The gradual hearing loss that occurs as you age (presbycusis) is a common condition.
July 08, 2008
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that causes skin cells to grow too quickly.
July 08, 2008
Earthworms, considered to be farmers´ friends, can do oodles of good to your small kitchen or flower garden too.
July 08, 2008
Hypothermia describes a state in which the body´s mechanism for temperature regulation is overwhelmed in the face of a cold stressor.
July 08, 2008
Latex is a milky fluid produced by rubber trees (Hevea brasiliensis).
July 08, 2008
Oral thrush is an infection of yeast fungus, Candida albicans, in the mucous membranes of the mouth.
July 08, 2008
Peripheral nerves are a collection of nerve fibers that originate from many different kinds of neurons.
July 08, 2008
Pneumonia is a lung disease that can be caused by a variety of viruses, bacteria, and sometimes fungi.
July 08, 2008
Natural latex rubber (NLR) is the cloudy, white sap exuded from beneath the bark of the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis).
July 08, 2008
Night eating syndrome is not the same as binge eating disorder, although individuals with night eating syndrome are often binge eaters.
July 08, 2008
Oral candidiasis is an infection of yeast fungi of the genus Candida on the mucous membranes of the mouth.
July 08, 2008
Peripheral neuropathy is disorder of nerve(s) apart from the brain and spinal cord.
July 08, 2008
Dehydration
Dehydration can be defined as the condition in which the body experiences excessive loss of water.
July 08, 2008
Also known as nocturnal sleep-related eating disorder or NS-RED, night eating disorder is not an eating problem strictly speaking.
July 08, 2008
Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by an abnormally low level of blood sugar (glucose), your body's main energy source.Hypoglycemia is commonly associated with diabetes.
July 08, 2008
There are a range of bacteria that may cause an infection leading to 'typical pneumonia' including Streptococcus pneumoniae which causes pneumococcal pneumonia.
July 07, 2008
Shakespeare produced most of his known work between 1590 and 1613.
July 07, 2008
Bodybuilding Exercises
Bodybuilding workout is something that should not be taken lightly at all under any circumstance.
July 07, 2008
Endometriosis is a problem affecting a woman's uterus - the place where a baby grows when she's pregnant.
July 07, 2008
The prostate gland, which is normally about the size and shape of a walnut, wraps around the urethra between the pubic bone and the rectum, below the bladder.
July 07, 2008
Epilepsy is a common chronic neurological disorder that is characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures.[1][2] These seizures are transient signs and/or symptoms due to abnormal, excessive or synchronous neuronal activity in the brain.[3] About 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy at any one time.[4] Epilepsy is usually controlled, but not cured, with medication, although surgery may be considered in difficult cases.
July 07, 2008
Fibroids are the most common non-cancerous tumors in women of childbearing age.
July 07, 2008
Fibromyalgia makes you feel tired and causes muscle pain and "tender points." Tender points are places on the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms or legs that hurt when touched.
July 07, 2008
Fish oil
Fish oil has always been known to contain omega 3 fatty acids, which are quite beneficial for people suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, bipolar disorder and cancer.
July 07, 2008
Food poisoning is a common, yet distressing and sometimes life-threatening problem for millions of people in the U.S., and throughout the world.
July 07, 2008
Influenza (say: in-floo-en-zah) is also called the flu.
July 07, 2008
Gout (also called metabolic arthritis) is a disease created by a buildup of uric acid.
July 07, 2008
Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle.
July 07, 2008
Windows
Windows form one of the most important aspects of a house.
July 07, 2008
Friendship
Home Staging is brushing up of your existing house.
July 07, 2008
Hyperventilation is rapid or deep breathing, usually caused by anxiety or panic.
July 07, 2008
Low blood sugar or hypoglycemia (usually a blood sugar level of less than 4 mmol/L) can happen when diabetes medicine (pills or insulin), food, and exercise are out of balance.
July 07, 2008
When a toenail is ingrown, the nail is curved downward and grows into the skin, usually at the nail borders (the sides of the nail).
July 07, 2008
Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a common fungal infection that affects the skin of the inner thighs, buttocks and genitals.
July 07, 2008
Headache is one of the most common ailments affecting thousands of people every day.
July 07, 2008
Preterm Labor
Preterm labor is also known as premature labor.
July 07, 2008
Stress
Stress is one of the worst things to affect the life of an individual.
July 07, 2008
Natural Sugar
Table sugar provides you almost nil nutritional value and adds empty calories to the plate.
July 07, 2008
Fatigue: A condition characterized by a lessened capacity for work and reduced efficiency of accomplishment, usually accompanied by a feeling of weariness and tiredness.
July 06, 2008
Sebaceous hyperplasia is the term used for enlarged sebaceous glands seen on the forehead or cheeks of the middle-aged and elderly.
July 06, 2008
An ulcer is an open sore that forms when the lining of the gut is corroded by acidic digestive juices.
July 06, 2008
Ritu Beri is one of the top Indian fashion designers who have been continuously serving Indian fashion industry with her feminine and funky designer apparels.
July 04, 2008
Chronic pelvic pain refers to pain in the region between your hips, below your bellybutton.
July 04, 2008
A cold sore is a small blister that is reddish or purple.
July 04, 2008
Colorectal cancer, also called colon cancer or large bowel cancer, includes cancerous growths in the colon, rectum and appendix.
July 04, 2008
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition in which the heart's function as a pump to deliver oxygen rich blood to the body is inadequate to meet the body's needs.
July 04, 2008
Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pinkeye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids.
While pinkeye can sometimes be alarming because it may make the eyes extremely red and can spread rapidly, it's a fairly common condition and usually causes no long-term eye or vision damage.
What causes it?
Conjunctivitis is caused by infection or irritants, including allergens.
In most cases, such infections aren't serious and settle quickly.
July 04, 2008
Constipation, costiveness, or irregularity, is a condition of the digestive system in which a person (or animal) experiences hard feces that are difficult to expell.
July 04, 2008
Endometriosis (pronounced "en-doh-mee-tree-oh-sis") is where cells like the ones found in the womb lining (endometrium) grow on organs outside the womb.
July 04, 2008
Graves Disease: Graves' disease is one of the most common autoimmune diseases, affecting 13 million people and targeting women seven times as often as ...
July 04, 2008
The fundamental definition of anorexia is simply the loss of appetite.
July 04, 2008
The primary purpose of a concealer is to offset the natural shadows that occur under the eyes and, in more elaborate makeup applications, to highlight certain areas of the face such as the center of the nose, forehead, top of the cheekbones, or center of the chin.
The under-eye area needs concealer most because the eye is set back in its socket, which lies in a shadow created by the surrounding bone structure.
July 04, 2008
Complexion refers to the natural color and appearance of the skin of a person.
July 04, 2008
Lipstick should enhance the beauty of the lips and not appear like a red gash at the opening of the mouth.
July 04, 2008
Crohn's disease (also known as regional enteritis) is a chronic, episodic, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and is generally classified as an autoimmune disease.
July 05, 2008
Alopecia areata (AA) is a condition affecting humans, in which hair is lost from areas of the body, usually from the scalp.
July 04, 2008
The evaluation of abdominal pain requires an understanding of the possible mechanisms responsible for pain, a broad differential of common causes, and recognition of typical patterns and clinical presentations.
July 04, 2008
Adrenal fatigue is a label applied to a collection of nonspecific symptoms, such as body aches, fatigue, nervousness, sleep disturbances and digestive problems.
July 04, 2008
Intoxication affects the way consent works in first aid and emergency medical situations.
July 04, 2008
Angina pectoris is a phrase that comes from Latin and translates as 'tight chest'.People with angina experience pain in the centre of the chest.
July 04, 2008
Asthma is a chronic disease that causes the airways - the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs - to become sore and swollen.
July 04, 2008
Bulimia nervosa is known as bulimia asnd it is a type of eating disorder.
July 04, 2008
Chlamydia is sexually transmitted diseases.
July 04, 2008
A lifelong autoimmune intestinal disorder, found in individuals who are genetically susceptible.
July 04, 2008
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is one of several names given to a poorly understood, variably debilitating disorder of uncertain causation.
July 04, 2008
Causes of Dehydration
Dehydration is caused by a variety of reasons.
July 04, 2008
What is chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
Healthy kidneys remove waste from your blood.
July 05, 2008
Canker sores are also called aphthous (af-thus) ulcers.
July 05, 2008
Croup is a group of respiratory diseases that often affects infants and children under age 6.
July 05, 2008
Ear infections are the most common illnesses in babies and young children.
July 05, 2008
Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling.
July 05, 2008
Capital: Kathmandu
Language: Nepali (official) & 20 other languages divided into numerous dialects.
July 05, 2008
Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids.
July 05, 2008
Sunburn is the damaging effect on the skin of the ultraviolet (UV) light contained in sunlight.
July 05, 2008
A cyst is a closed sac having a distinct membrane and division on the nearby tissue.
July 05, 2008
Dehydration (hypohydration) is the removal of water (hydro in ancient Greek) from an object.
July 05, 2008
Diarrhea means that you have loose, watery stools more than three times in one day.
July 05, 2008
Diverticulitis is a common digestive disease particularly found in the large intestine.
July 05, 2008
Apply blush to your face to resemble the natural glow of your cheeks and watch the compliments flow in.
July 05, 2008
Hair are one of essential part of women personality.
July 05, 2008
Many different terms are often used to describe what is collectively known as dizziness.
July 05, 2008
Loss of appetite, appetite loss, no appetite, lose of appetite, poor appetite or lack of appetite can be due to a variety of factors.
July 03, 2008
Foods to avoid in anti-aging diet
First, you should decrease the intake of saturated fats.
July 03, 2008
Juicy and sweet, with a soft, buttery yet somewhat grainy texture, the white to cream-colored flesh of pears was once referred to as the "gift of the gods".
Pear is a very delicious fruit that is quite closely related to apples and quinces.
July 03, 2008
Sugarcane
Sugarcane is a form of grass that belongs to Poaceae family.
July 03, 2008
If you think you've sustained a broken wrist or a broken hand, seek prompt medical attention.
July 03, 2008
The best option that you have for finding cheap dentures is joining a discount dental plan.
July 03, 2008
Eating Habbits in Children
Children need to develop good eating habits early in life.
July 03, 2008
Dysentery is an infection which is often considered as symptoms to other disease rather than a disease itself.
July 03, 2008
Ear infections are among the most common illnesses of early childhood.
July 03, 2008
Ergonomics is the scientific discipline concerned with designing according to the human needs, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance.
July 03, 2008
History---The Apple is a fruit of the temperate zones and only reaches perfection in their cooler regions.
July 03, 2008
Sleep is one of the best ways through which your body feels relaxed and rejuvenates itself.
July 03, 2008
Corns
Corns can be described as painful build-ups of the skin, usually noticed either on the soles of the feet or over the joints of the toes.
July 03, 2008
Diaper Rash
When you have a new baby the nurses probably put on the first diaper and maybe even change a diaper or two before you are given the opportunity to go at it on your own.
July 03, 2008
Accessories are some things that can add style to even the simplest of clothes.
July 03, 2008
Sprained Ankle
Whether you've suffered an urban injury running to catch the bus or a rural plight exploring a hiking trail, the RICE method--Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate-—will get you up and moving again.
July 03, 2008
Man dressing for interview is challenging because that's the day when you wish to make a good impression on the boss.
July 03, 2008
Meditation is a discipline in which one attempts to get beyond the conditioned, "thinking" mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness.
July 03, 2008
Located in the Heart of Red River Valley, Paris was founded in 1839 and became the Lamar County seat in 1844.
July 03, 2008
Bhagat Singh was an Indian freedom fighter, considered to be one of the most influential revolutionaries of the Indian independence movement.
July 03, 2008
Stomach ulcer can be described as small erosion (hole) in the gastrointestinal tract of an individual.
July 03, 2008
Cleaning House
No matter how much time you spend on cleaning you house, the dust comes back the very next day and all your efforts seem to have gone down the drain.
July 02, 2008
Quadriplegia : is when a person has a spinal cord injury above the first thoracic vertebra, paralysis usually affects the cervical spinal nerves resulting in paralysis of all four limbs.
July 02, 2008
The term shin splints is a common misnomer in sports medicine.
July 02, 2008
Sinuses are a part of the upper respiratory system.
July 02, 2008
Staphylococcus aureus (which is occasionally given the nickname golden staph) is a bacterium, frequently living on the skin or in the nose of a healthy person, that can cause illnesses ranging from minor skin infections (such as pimples, boils, and cellulitis) and abscesses, to life-threatening diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis, endocarditis and septicemia.
July 02, 2008
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
July 02, 2008
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during your childbearing years.
July 02, 2008
West Nile Virus has spread rapidly across North America, affecting thousands of birds, horses, and humans, since it was discovered in the Western hemisphere.
July 02, 2008
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder as well as a psychological disorder.
July 02, 2008
Assam belongs to the Seven Sisters Region of Southeast Asia, which consists of Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura.
July 02, 2008
Info on the Atkins Diet to give you a basic understanding about how the diet works, including descriptions of the Atkins phases, food lists, pros and cons, and comparisons with other popular low-carb diets, such as the South Beach Diet.
The Atkins Diet is a system that enables our body to lose weight in a natural way by motivating a change in our eating habits and metabolism.
July 02, 2008
Autism is a disorder that is usually first diagnosed in early childhood.
July 02, 2008
Bipolar Disorder, earlier known as Manic Depressive Disorder, is a common psychological illness that can disrupt one´s life severely, leading to chaotic behavior and even suicide.
July 02, 2008
Common causes of blisters include friction and burns.
July 02, 2008
A burn is damage to your body's tissues caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight or radiation.
July 02, 2008
You will be happy to know that you are not the only one out there who wants to tone and shape their butt and thighs.
July 02, 2008
Dhirajlal Hirachand Ambani (28 December 1932, - 6 July 2002), (also known as Dhirubhai Gujarati: was an Indian rags-to-riches business tycoon who founded Reliance Industries in Mumbai with his cousin.
July 02, 2008
When you are awake at night and asleep during the day, your body does not receive powerful biological cues from the amount of light in the environment.
July 02, 2008
The term lifestyle was originally coined by Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler in 1929.
July 02, 2008
Night terrors may sound like something that requires professional help , they are actually normal and fairly common in children.
July 02, 2008
Reactive Arthritis is a type of arthritis that develops in response to a bacterial or viral infection elsewhere in the body.
July 02, 2008
Shimla the"Queen of Hill Stations." Situated in the north-West Himalayas, Shimla the summer capital of India before independence is now the capital of Himachal Pradesh.
July 02, 2008
Why is it important to be safe in the water?
Fish are able to live and breathe under water, but people need air to breathe.
July 02, 2008
Carrot and Raisin Salad
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups shredded carrots (about 3 large), 3/4 cup chopped celery, 1/3 cup raisins, 1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, 3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise,1/2 teaspoon, Dijon-style mustard, 1-2 teaspoons sugar, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 6 lettuce leaves.
June 30, 2008
Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form originating from Tamil Nadu, a state in Southern India.
June 30, 2008
The first battle of Panipat took place in northern India, and marked the beginning of the Mughal Empire.
June 30, 2008
A genetic disease or disorder is any disease that is caused by an abnormality in an individual's genome.
July 01, 2008
There are as many reasons for becoming vegetarian as there are vegetarians; it's a highly personal and individual decision to make.
July 01, 2008
The larynx is the upper portion of the trachea (pronounced TRAY-keeuh), or windpipe.
July 01, 2008
Mumps is a relatively mild viral infection of the salivary glands that usually occurs during childhood.
July 01, 2008
Rajiv Gandhi, born in 1944, served as the Prime Minister of India from 1984 to 1989.
July 01, 2008
The relationship between religion and science takes many forms as the two fields are both broad.
July 01, 2008
A skin tag, also known as an achrochordon, is a benign growth of skin that is connected to the body by a short stalk.
July 01, 2008
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer affects one in eight women during their lives.
July 01, 2008
When you're short of breath, it's hard or uncomfortable for you to take in the oxygen your body needs.
July 01, 2008
What is yeast?
Yeast is a fungus scientifically referred to as Candida.
July 01, 2008
In medicine, chest pain is a symptom of a number of serious conditions and is generally considered a medical emergency, unless the patient is a known angina pectoris sufferer and the symptoms are familiar (appearing at exertion and resolving at rest, known as "stable angina").
July 01, 2008
Chopping vegetables, angling for trout, falling during an athletic activity — there's practically no end to the ways you can hurt your wrists.
July 01, 2008
Most people will experience neck pain at some point in their lives.
July 01, 2008
Throat Cancer
Recently, you've noticed a pale lump inside your mouth that doesn't seem to be healing.
July 01, 2008
Malaria
Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a parasite that's transmitted by mosquitoes.
July 01, 2008
Tetanus is a serious bacterial disease that leads to stiffness of your jaw muscles and other muscles.
July 01, 2008
Joint Damage
Information on arthritis and joint protection.
July 01, 2008
The fact is most people are deficient in vitamins, minerals and herbs that are important for your body to function properly.
July 01, 2008
The hand is a marvelously complex part of the human anatomy.
June 29, 2008
Dark eye circles can be effectively diminished somewhat with home remedies.
June 29, 2008
Pain in legs, coming on after walking a moderate distance often arises from narrowing of the blood vessels leading to these areas.
June 29, 2008
Moisturizer helps to remove makeup and make the skin smooth, clean and soft.
June 29, 2008
In monsoons, dense makeup has a risk of being smudged and washed out severely and so light and sheer makeup is more advisable.
June 29, 2008
Man has made some impossible things seem so ordinary these days.
June 30, 2008
Mumps is a viral infection that primarily affects the parotid glands — one of three pairs of salivary glands, located below and in front of your ears.
June 30, 2008
Acute laryngitis usually results from infection (primarily viral) or excessive use of the voice, an occupational hazard in certain vocations (teaching, public speaking, singing), and occasionally allergy (hay fever).
June 30, 2008
Metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance are prevalent conditions that are treated by lifestyle adjustments that include weight loss, exercise and dietary modification.
June 30, 2008
Multiple Sclerosis(MS)also known as disseminated sclerosis or encephalomyelitis disseminata is a chronic, inflammatory, demyelinating disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS).
June 30, 2008
In the medical dictionary, the term Neuropathy means any kind of nerve disorders.
June 28, 2008
Canker sores are a type of mouth ulcer.
June 28, 2008
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in your eye.
June 28, 2008
Carpal tunnel syndrome is numbness, tingling and pain in the thumb and fingers of one or both hands.
June 28, 2008
Chickenpox is an infectious disease caused by the varicella virus.
June 28, 2008
A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that reduces friction around your joints.
June 28, 2008
Cancer (medical term: malignant neoplasm) is a class of diseases in which a group of cells display the traits of uncontrolled growth (growth and division beyond the normal limits), invasion (intrusion on and destruction of adjacent tissues), and sometimes metastasis (spread to other locations in the body via lymph or blood).
June 28, 2008
Also called: Celiac sprue, Gluten-sensitive enteropathy, Nontropical sprue
If you have celiac disease and eat foods with gluten, your immune system responds by damaging the small intestine.
June 28, 2008
Definition of cervical cancer: Cancer that forms in tissues of the cervix (the organ connecting the uterus and vagina).
June 27, 2008
Menopause
Menopause is the absence of menstrual periods for 12 months.
June 27, 2008
Cord Injury
A spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord.
June 27, 2008
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a group of related disorders characterized by a tendency for recurrent seizures.
June 27, 2008
Gastritis
Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation or erosion of the lining of the stomach.
June 27, 2008
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What causes hair loss?
The balance of bodily hormones is also a factor in the onset and degree of hair loss in both men and women.
Many people suffer from hair loss and there are several causes for hair loss.
June 27, 2008
The areas of the body most commonly affected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy are the feet and legs.
June 27, 2008
The knee joint is surrounded by a joint capsule with ligaments strapping the inside and outside of the joint (collateral ligaments) as well as crossing within the joint (cruciate ligaments).
June 26, 2008
Brain cancer is a disease of the brain where cancer cells (malignant) grow in the brain tissue.
June 26, 2008
Allergy is a disorder of the immune system often also referred to as atopy.
June 26, 2008
Asthma (Az-muh) is a chronic disease that affects your airways.
June 26, 2008
Exercise and eating right are the best ways to lose weight.
June 26, 2008
In most cases of foodborne illness (food poisoning), symptoms resemble intestinal flu and last a few hours to several days.
June 26, 2008
Headache is defined as pain in the head that is located above the eyes or the ears, behind the head (occipital), or in the back of the upper neck.
June 26, 2008
A hernia occurs when the contents of a body cavity bulge out of the area where they are normally contained.
June 26, 2008
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection has now spread to every country in the world and has infected more than 40 million people worldwide as of the end of 2003.
June 26, 2008
Hypertension can be classified either essential (primary) or secondary.
June 26, 2008
Just because the name includes the word "plastic" doesn't mean patients who have this surgery end up with a face full of fake stuff.
June 26, 2008
Going in to the hospital for surgery is a difficult and anxious time for anyone.
June 26, 2008
Angina (an-JI-nuh or AN-juh-nuh) is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when an area of your heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood.
June 26, 2008
Acute renal failure (ARF), also known as acute kidney failure or acute kidney injury, is a rapid loss of renal function due to damage to the kidneys, resulting in retention of nitrogenous (urea and creatinine) and non-nitrogenous waste products that are normally excreted by the kidney.
June 26, 2008
Appendicitis (or epityphlitis) is a condition characterized by inflammation of the appendix.
June 26, 2008
An arrhythmia is a change in the rhythm of your heartbeat.
June 26, 2008
Arthritis (from Greek arthro-, joint + -itis, inflammation; plural: arthritides) is a group of conditions involving damage to the joints of the body.
June 26, 2008
Atrial fibrillation (AF or afib) is a cardiac arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm) that involves the two upper chambers (atria) of the heart.
June 26, 2008
The avian flu that has affected birds and people in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, is different from the flu that many people get during the cold-weather months.
June 26, 2008
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the main air passages (bronchi) to your lungs.
June 26, 2008
A bruise is a mark on your skin caused by blood trapped under the surface.
June 26, 2008
Canker sores are small shallow ulcers that appear in the mouth and often make eating and talking uncomfortable.
June 26, 2008
What is heart failure?
Heart failure means your heart muscle does not pump as much blood as your body needs.
June 26, 2008
Macular degeneration is a medical condition predominantly found in elderly adults in which the center of the inner lining of the eye, known as the macula area of the retina, suffers thinning, atrophy, and in some cases, bleeding.
June 26, 2008
Definition of breast cancer: Cancer that forms in tissues of the breast, usually the ducts (tubes that carry milk to the nipple) and lobules (glands that make milk).
June 25, 2008
Bone spur is a term used to describe a condition that characterizes the growth of an extra bone on the normal bone.
June 25, 2008
Cloning is considered the great medical breakthrough of our age.
June 25, 2008
Endometriosis is the growth of cells similar to those that form the inside of the uterus (endometrial cells), but in a location outside of the uterus.
June 25, 2008
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June 25, 2008
The most respected online publication providing information about acne scarring, treatments, and prevention.
June 25, 2008
The following prepaid debit cards and prepaid credit cards can help you control your spending.
June 25, 2008
Symptoms of Gerd
General symptoms of GERD are heartburn, regurgitation and nausea.
Heartburn is a burning sensation in the middle of the chest caused due to nerve stimulation resulting from acid reflux into the esophagus.
June 25, 2008
Every bride spends countless hours searching for the most unique and elegant wedding gown.
June 25, 2008
Gene therapy is the insertion of genes into an individual's cells and tissues to treat a disease, and hereditary diseases in which a defective mutant allele is replaced with a functional one.
June 25, 2008
When it comes to girls, there can nothing be more important for them than their beauty.
June 25, 2008
Everyone on this earth would be surely interested in the most popular dress styles in prom season? If you are among them and wishing to be the belle of the ball or center of the attraction, you should take a look at some of the newest trendy prom dresses.
June 25, 2008
Most of the couples would just have a fair and normal wedding with some nice wedding apparels and a classic wedding cake and all is very cute and beautiful, but again, this has to be done in a very unique way i.e.
June 25, 2008
The Derma Cleanse system is a powerful, three step program doctor formulated to treat acne from the inside, where acne begins, to the outside, where your symptoms end.
June 25, 2008
One of the most common and frustrating problems of teenage comprises of zits.
June 25, 2008
Rajasthan pronunciation is the largest state of the Republic of India in terms of area.
June 25, 2008
A sore throat is a disease primarily located in the area around the tonsils.
June 25, 2008
Hiccups is a reflex action of the body by which the body protects itself.
June 25, 2008
Hemorrhoids are swollen but normally present blood vessels in and around the anus and lower rectum that stretch under pressure, similar to varicose veins in the legs.
June 25, 2008
Eczema is a general term encompassing various inflamed skin conditions.
June 24, 2008
Cervical cancer begins with abnormal changes in the cervical tissue.
June 23, 2008
Lubricant - When you increase your mileage all other efforts may fail.
June 23, 2008
A simple, at-home treatment - a single light box and the over-the-counter drug melatonin - allows travelers to avoid jet lag by resetting their circadian body clock before crossing several time zones, according to new research being published in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.
June 23, 2008
Hay fever has been given many different names such as allergic rhinitis, pollinosis or nasal allergies.
June 23, 2008
To run baby a warm bath and put backing soda in the water.
June 23, 2008
Neuritis is a term that is used to describe the inflammation of nerves and then be it a single nerve or many nerves.
June 24, 2008
Menkes disease is caused by a defective gene that regulates the metabolism of copper in the body.
June 24, 2008
Menkes syndrome is an inborn error of metabolism that markedly decreases the cells' ability to absorb copper.
June 24, 2008
Menopause in women however cannot be defined simply as the permanent "stopping of the monthly periods", because in reality what is happening to the uterus is quite secondary to the process.
June 24, 2008
The ovaries are two small organs that are part of the female reproductive system.
June 24, 2008
Cervical cancer symptoms often go unnoticed because they mimic so many other ailments.
June 24, 2008
Vitiligo or leukoderma is a chronic skin condition that causes loss of pigment, resulting in irregular pale patches of skin.
June 24, 2008
Genital warts are warts that are located near or in the genital areas.
June 23, 2008
Avian flu is caused due to the H5N1 virus which is transmitted from the saliva, fecal matter of the birds.
June 23, 2008
Less than half of the patients said they realized they were having a transient ischemic attack when the symptoms started.
June 23, 2008
Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease caused by monkeypox virus.
June 23, 2008
Inflammation of the middle ear is an infection caused by a germ (bacterium).
June 23, 2008
Monkeypox is a rare smallpox-like disease that occurs primarily in the rain forest countries of central and west Africa.
June 23, 2008
Middle ear infection is an infection that occurs behind the eardrum, in the middle part of the ear.
June 23, 2008
To stop the pain of ear infections, put a cup of salt in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes.
June 23, 2008
A hiccup is a muscle spasm of the diaphram muscle, which seperates the lungs from your stomach.
June 23, 2008
Malaria is an infection of the blood that is carried from person to person by mosquitoes.
June 23, 2008
Medication or no, your first response to angina should be to sit down and relax, says Dr.
June 23, 2008
Hookworm infection begins when the worm is in the larval stage.
June 23, 2008
Heat stroke is the condition that happens when the body creates or takes in more heat then it can let out.
June 23, 2008
Split ends in the hair are the most common hair problem that every woman faces.
June 21, 2008
During the seventies women used to burn off the split ends.
June 21, 2008
Diarrhea is a common illness very often affecting people of all ages.
June 21, 2008
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder and has nothing to do with your mental capabilities, but there can be a stigma associated with the diagnosis.
June 21, 2008
Emotional stress can bring about an over production of stomach acid.
June 21, 2008
Wearing shoes that fit properly will most definitely get rid of corns.
June 21, 2008
Snoring can be a lot more than an irritant to bed partners and other listeners.
June 21, 2008
Meningiomas are rarely malignant in their behavior.
June 21, 2008
A typical attack of Meniere's disease is preceded by fullness in one ear.
June 21, 2008
In 1861, the French physician Prosper Mιniθre described a condition which now bears his name.
June 21, 2008
A meningioma is a type of tumor that develops from the meninges, the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord.
June 21, 2008
Menieres affects roughly 0.2% of the population.
June 18, 2008
Do you feel ashamed when summer comes around because you simply can´t stop stinking to the high heavens? You must be desperate to know the causes of the strong underarm odor from which you suffer.
June 18, 2008
Pregnancy morning sickness lays both positive and negative impacts on women anticipating pregnancy.
June 18, 2008
Consider plucking, which is effective for small patches of hair.
June 18, 2008
Bees are moneymakers for some people, but for others they are pure terror because of their feared stings.
June 18, 2008
Each month, during your normal menstrual cycle, a cystic structure known as a follicle forms.
June 18, 2008
Recluse spider bites are rarely fatal, but can cause great discomfort and crater-like scars at the site of the bite.
June 18, 2008
Ankle sprains are one of the most common types of sports injuries.
June 18, 2008
Celiac sprue is a disease that I have spent 25 years studying.
June 18, 2008
Laryngeal cancer may also be called cancer of the larynx or laryngeal carcinoma.
June 18, 2008
Lactose intolerance, also called lactase deficiency, means you aren't able to fully digest the milk sugar (lactose) in dairy products.
June 18, 2008
The definition of a tumor is a mass of abnormally growing cells.
June 18, 2008
A language disorder is a problem with understanding and/or using spoken, written, and/or other symbol systems (e.g., gestures, sign language).
June 18, 2008
Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest significant amounts of lactose, the major sugar found in milk.
June 16, 2008
Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney failure, accounting for more than 40 percent of new cases.
June 16, 2008
Another overnight home remedy for zapping a zit is to put a dab of toothpaste on it to help dry it out.
June 16, 2008
Sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation of the sinuses and nasal passages.
June 16, 2008
Extra fat puts a strain on the heart, kidneys, liver and the joints such as the hips, knees and ankles and thus, overweight people are susceptible to several diseases like coronary thrombosis, high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, gout, liver and gall bladder disorders.
June 16, 2008
Many people with kidney cancer want to take an active part in making decisions about their medical care.
June 16, 2008
A cyst is a closed pocket or pouch of tissue that can form anywhere in the body.
June 16, 2008
The kidneys are like the body's garbage collection and disposal system.
June 16, 2008
Healthy kidneys clean your blood by removing excess fluid, minerals and wastes.
June 16, 2008
Kniest dysplasia is a disorder of bone growth.
June 16, 2008
Krabbe disease is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.
June 16, 2008
Menkes syndrome is an inborn error of metabolism that markedly decreases the cells' ability to absorb copper.
June 16, 2008
Pink eye is an inflammation of the membranes covering the eyes, as well as the insides of the eyelids.
June 16, 2008
Krabbι disease is a rare, inherited degenerative disorder of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
June 16, 2008
Menkes syndrome is a disorder that affects copper levels in the body.
June 14, 2008
Snoring can be a lot more than an irritant to bed partners and other listeners.
June 14, 2008
Diabetes is usually caused because of lack of insulin.
June 14, 2008
Muscle cramps range in intensity from a slight twitch or tic to severe pain.
June 13, 2008
Cream foundation comes in several forms: the original cream, a lighter mousse version, a heavier stick version, and a "pancake" version, a powder that turns creamy after spraying it with water.
June 13, 2008
Stretch marks (striae) — pink, red or purple streaks on the skin — may occur where skin is rapidly stretched.
June 13, 2008
Getting rid of skin tags with a scalpel or scissors is a common and easy way to get rid of skin tags at home.
June 13, 2008
Use a popular brand of toothpaste formulated specifically for sensitive teeth.
June 13, 2008
Ear infections can be both annoying and painful, and most people experience them from time to time.
June 13, 2008
If you want to get rid of a double chin you´re going to have to watch what you eat.
June 13, 2008
"Pink eye" is a lay term for conjunctitis, which can be viral, bacterial, or allergic in origin.
June 13, 2008
Panic attacks are the most extreme manifestation of panic disorder, an anxiety response resulting from an over-production and under-use of adrenalin, the bodily chemical which cause them.
June 13, 2008
Dandruff is the common skin problem that we face in our daily life.
June 13, 2008
Food poisoning comes from eating foods that contain germs like bad bacteria or toxins, which are poisonous substances.
June 13, 2008
There's no mistaking a migraine, that is, unless you've come up with another explanation for the throbbing head pain, intense nausea, and sensory sensitivity that can last for days.
June 13, 2008
There are several treatments available for young adults who have scars as a result of their acne.
June 13, 2008
The first thing to take into consideration is just where the baggy eyes have come from.
June 13, 2008
Kennel cough (canine infectious tracheobronchitis) is a disease that affects the trachea lining, thereby causing minor irritation.
June 13, 2008
Kernicterus is a form of brain damage caused by excessive jaundice.
June 11, 2008
Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea—the domed, transparent circular portion of the front of the eyeball that lies over the pupil.
June 11, 2008
Kernicterus is damage to the brain centers of infants caused by increased levels of unconjugated-indirect bilirubin which is free (not bound to albumin).
June 11, 2008
A kidney biopsy is done using a long thin needle put through the back (flank) into the kidney.
June 11, 2008
A term used to define a wide variety of corneal infections, irritations, and inflammations; since each type of condition is unique, medical diagnosis and treatment is essential.
June 11, 2008
Keratosis pilaris is a very common benign skin condition appearing as small, whitish bumps on the upper arms and thighs, especially of children and young adults.
June 11, 2008
Acid Reflux, also known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), is a condition which has many symptoms that are similar to heartburn.
June 11, 2008
Kennel cough is an illness that infects mostly canines and sometimes cats also.
June 11, 2008
Acid reflux is a painful condition that affects millions of people all over the world.
June 11, 2008
Depression is a way of thinking, like when you go through a depressing period.
June 11, 2008
The phenomenon that is water retention, medically known as edema, can be caused by many different factors
excess dietary sodium, heart or kidney disease or even just normal shifts in body fluid.
June 11, 2008
You are capable of quickly achieving excellent results in your work (this favors the increase of the level of your expectations), but by looking for exciting new risks you can quickly lose what you have achieved.
June 11, 2008
Tobacco is from the Nicotiania genus and is native to the American continent.
June 11, 2008
Healthy, silky hair is something we all want, but in our fast paced, fast food world, dry hair is what many of us have.
June 11, 2008
A sprained ankle occurs following a sudden sideways or twisting movement of the foot.
June 11, 2008
The goal of treatment is to enable the patient to return to sport or activity as soon as possible while not worsening the injury, which could lead to permanent damage.
June 10, 2008
Sunburn is a burn to living tissue such as skin produced by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, commonly from the sun's rays.
June 10, 2008
You can cure olives at nearly any stage, but the really tiny green ones aren't really worth it.
June 10, 2008
Foot odor is a type of body odor that affects the feet of humans and is generally considered to be an unpleasant smell.
June 10, 2008
To eliminate leg bumps, aftershave, or razor bumps, you must understand what hair bumps are and where they come from.
June 10, 2008
Ringworm is a common fungal infection that is highly contagious and can spread quickly.
June 10, 2008
Like any other cut or bruise, getting rid of blisters is a trial of patience and a test of your ability to not pick or scratch at the blister.
June 10, 2008
Diarrhea is defined as the passage of multiple watery, loose, or unformed stools.
June 10, 2008
The word scabies comes from Latin and it means "itch", as itching is one of the infection's primary symptoms.
June 10, 2008
Keratosis pilaris (KP, also follicular keratosis) is a very common genetic follicular condition that is manifested by the appearance of rough bumps on the skin and hence colloquially referred to as "chicken skin" as well as "meat bumps".
June 10, 2008
Nausea is not an illness itself; it is rather a possible case of several conditions, many of which are not related to the stomach at all.
June 09, 2008
Albinism is hereditary it is not an infectious disease and cannot be transmitted through contact, blood transfusions, or other vectors.
June 09, 2008
Acute bronchitis is usually due to an infection and generally lasts for no more than a few weeks and will resolve either with treatment or on its own.
June 09, 2008
Kaposi sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus -- human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8).
June 09, 2008
Many rumors circulate from time to time about the cause of chronic bad breath, or halitosis.
June 09, 2008
Eczema is a common skin disease that can occur in infants, children and adults.
June 09, 2008
One organic method used to get rid of poison ivy is to pull it out by the roots.
June 09, 2008
A chronic rash can have adverse effects on the mental and physical well-being of patients, particularly children.
June 09, 2008
Immune deficiency may also be the result of particular external processes or diseases; the resultant state is called "secondary" or "acquired" immunodeficiency.
June 09, 2008
A sudden strong and irresistible urge to urinate characterizes the condition of having an irritable bladder in a person.
June 09, 2008
Look at what reactions happen within your mind and body.
June 09, 2008
Melanin pigment is important in other areas of the body, such as the eye and the brain, but it is not known what the melanin pigment does in these areas.
June 07, 2008
Before you can find the right stuff to put on your skin, you must first determine its type.
June 07, 2008
Rest the injury initially, and then re-introduce movement so you don't lose too much muscle strength.
Ice packs or a bag of frozen peas wrapped in a towel should be applied to your ankle to reduce swelling and bruising.
June 07, 2008
Gallstones are solid lumps or stones that form in the gallbladder or bile duct.
June 07, 2008
Gallstones can be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball.
June 07, 2008
As my asthma got worse I became increasingly reliant on inhalers, pills and antihistamines as well as upon the oral steroid prednisone to stay out of hospital.
June 07, 2008
Gingivitis or gum disease is caused by bacteria in your mouth.
June 07, 2008
A sore throat is often caused by an infection in the throat.
June 07, 2008
A sore throat is an infection that can be either viral or bacterial.
June 07, 2008
The best way to build lean muscle mass while burning fat is to perform cardio, either before or after a workout.
June 07, 2008
Binge-eating disorder involves both weight and eating-disorder concerns, researchers in both the obesity and eating-disorders fields perceive treatment goals through the lens of their own training.
June 07, 2008
Corneal abrasions, defects of the normal epithelium usually caused by trauma or removal of a foreign body, account for about 10% of eye hospital emergency visits.
June 07, 2008
Sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation of the sinuses and nasal passages.
June 07, 2008
Firstly, the effect of perfume on our brains is not necessarily recognised though the effects are certainly enjoyed.
June 06, 2008
Gastrointestinal Virus are a group of viruses that cause "stomach virus," "stomach flu," or viral gastroenteritis.
June 06, 2008
Fish oil is harvested from cold-water fish, including mackerel, tuna, salmon, cod and others.
June 06, 2008
Stand with your feet about a foot apart and knees relaxed.
June 06, 2008
Hydrocephalus is a condition in which there is too much CSF in the ventricles.
June 06, 2008
There are many different types of infertility experienced by women.
June 06, 2008
During their first few days of life, more than half of all full-term babies and as many as four out of five premature infants who are otherwise healthy develop jaundice, a yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes.
June 06, 2008
Parents or guardians of children who experience bedwetting at night or accidents during the day should treat this problem with understanding and patience.
June 06, 2008
Inguinal hernias occur when soft tissue — usually part of the intestine — protrudes through a weak point or tear in your lower abdominal wall.
June 06, 2008
Pain killers don't treat the pain but we loose the sense of pain for some time; in that duration our body itself treats sometime and credit goes to meds.The useless drugs have tremendous power of side effects like liver/kidney failures, ulcer, inflammation of intestines and lot more.
Do a cooling breathing exercise such as shitali.
June 06, 2008
Isolate new plants from your existing houseplants and keep an eye out for signs of insects and diseases.
June 06, 2008
Fleas are parasites, feeding directly on humans or other warm blooded animals.
June 06, 2008
Usually the bump will have greatly diminished and there is no need for anything else.
June 06, 2008
Hookworm is an intestinal parasite of humans that usually causes mild diarrhea or cramps.
June 06, 2008
Hydrocephalus can be defined broadly as a disturbance of formation, flow, or absorption of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that leads to an increase in volume occupied by this fluid in the central nervous system (CNS).
June 04, 2008
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the eye's optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness.
June 04, 2008
Glossodynia (burning mouth syndrome, stomatopyrosis, orodynia) is mostly considered to be a psychosomatic disorder characterised by painful sensations within the oral cavity, particularly the tongue, without detectable abnormalities of the mucous membranes or underlying medical disorder.
June 04, 2008
Fruits are a good choice for any healthy diet.
June 04, 2008
The esophagus is a tube of smooth muscle that transports food from the throat to the stomach.
June 04, 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.
June 04, 2008
Before the 20th century, the term "gastroenteritis" was not commonly used.
June 04, 2008
When a person becomes ill with a foodborne disease, he or she may be part of an outbreak -- a cluster of patients who all have the same illness after consuming the same food -- or may have a sporadic illness -- an illness that is not part of a recognized outbreak.
June 04, 2008
A genetic disorder is a condition caused by abnormalities in genes or chromosomes.
June 04, 2008
When working in the heat, monitor the condition of your co-workers and have someone do the same for you.
June 04, 2008
Obesity is the heavy accumulation of fat in your body to such a degree that it rapidly increases your risk of diseases that can damage your health and knock years off your life, such as heart disease and diabetes.
The fat may be equally distributed around the body or concentrated on the stomach (apple-shaped) or the hips and thighs (pear-shaped).
Slow and steady weight loss of no more than 1-2 pounds per week is the safest way to lose weight.
June 04, 2008
A cancer that occurs in any part of the endocrine system.
June 04, 2008
Gaucher's disease is a rare, inherited disorder that causes too much of a substance called glucocerebroside to build up in your spleen, liver, lungs, bones and sometimes in your brain.
June 04, 2008
The primary treatment for schizophrenia and similar thought disorders is medication.
June 04, 2008
Freckles are flat, circular spots that typically range in the size of the head of a nail.
June 05, 2008
If you suffer from extra skin on your eye lids then you should consider talking to a specialist about laser eye lift.
June 05, 2008
A heart murmur is a whooshing sound between the beats that a doctor hears through a stethoscope.
June 05, 2008
A skin tag, medically known as a cutaneous papilloma or an acrochordon, is merely a small sliver of skin, a benign skin tumor larger and generally flatter than a wart.
June 05, 2008
Caroli disease is a nonobstructive dilatation of the intrahepatic bile ducts.
June 05, 2008
In Castleman disease, non-cancerous growths (tumors) develop in lymph node tissue in the body.
June 05, 2008
Hearing impairment is the decreased ability to hear and discriminate among sounds.
June 05, 2008
Corns are generally small and are formed on the toes, while calluses are bigger and generally develop on the soles of the feet and sometimes on the palms.
June 05, 2008
There are many different terms used to describe spinal disc pathology and associated pain, such as "herniated disc", "pinched nerve", and "bulging disc", and all are used differently by individual healthcare practitioners.
June 05, 2008
Hammertoes usually start out as mild deformities and get progressively worse over time.
June 05, 2008
The term Hansen disease instead of leprosy is now preferred by some experts, because of it being less perjorative.
June 05, 2008
Skin discoloration under the eyes affects just about everybody at some time or another.
June 05, 2008
A heart murmur is an extra or unusual sound heard during your heartbeat.
June 02, 2008
Anemia occurs when blood does not have enough red blood cells or when the blood does not have enough hemoglobin.
June 02, 2008
Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for developing coronary artery disease.
June 02, 2008
Improves health - strengthens your heart, your bones and your muscles, and helps to control your weight
Reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
June 02, 2008
The blackheads are a common problem that affects all skin types, especially those with oily skin.
June 02, 2008
Belching or burping is also medically referred as eructation or ructus.
June 02, 2008
Anemia has a complicated technical definition, but in simple terms it means that a person's blood contains a lower than normal amount of red blood cells or other elements that help transport oxygen throughout the body.
June 02, 2008
Primary biliary cirrhosis is an inflammation (irritation and swelling) of the bile ducts of the liver resulting in narrowing and obstruction of the flow of bile.
June 02, 2008
Various disorders can lead to poor circulation either generally or in particular areas of circulation.
June 02, 2008
Keep the eye mask in the refrigerator and apply for 10 minutes before applying make up.
June 02, 2008
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a condition that gradually destroys the body's immune defense system and makes the body vulnerable to opportunistic diseases.
June 02, 2008
Primary biliary cirrhosis is a rare form of biliary cirrhosis of unknown origin, occurring without obstruction or infection of the major bile ducts, sometimes developing after the administration of such drugs as chlorpromazine and arsenicals.
June 02, 2008
Flunisolide is used to help prevent asthma symptoms such as wheezing and shortness of breath.
June 02, 2008
Jogging is similar to walking in that it can be done anytime and anywhere and involves either one person or many.
May 31, 2008
Blue rubber bleb nevus syndrome (BRBNS) is characterized by multiple cutaneous venous malformations in association with internal venous malformations (most commonly affecting the bowel).
May 31, 2008
Botulism is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
May 31, 2008
Bloom's syndrome is characterized by severe prenatal and postnatal growth retardation and a sun-sensitive erythematous skin lesion that occurs most commonly on the face.
May 31, 2008
Bloom syndrome is an inherited disorder characterized by a high frequency of breaks and rearrangements in an affected person's chromosomes.
May 31, 2008
Potassium: low blood sugar, regulate blood pressure, heart diseases, water flow in the body, muscle disorders, cramps, brain function, diabetes, kidney disorders, arthritis
Minerals are elements that originate in the Earth and cannot be created by living systems.
May 31, 2008
Chaser pills aid in hangover prevention by absorbing harmful elements in beer, wine and spirits.
May 31, 2008
Leukemia (pronounced loo-KEE-mee-uh) is a form of cancer (see cancer entry) in which the body produces too many white blood cells.
May 31, 2008
Try to steer clear of anyone who smokes or who has a cold.
May 31, 2008
The term factitious disorder (FD) refers to the psychiatric condition in which an individual presents with an illness that is deliberately produced or falsified for the sole purpose of assuming the sick role.
May 31, 2008
Erythema is redness of the skin caused by capillary congestion.
May 31, 2008
Water! It sounds too simple to be true but water has some amazing capabilities.
May 31, 2008
Cancer is a disease in which certain body cells don't function right, divide very fast, and produce too much tissue that forms a tumor.
May 31, 2008
Pregnant travelers should be extra cautious about food and water consumed while traveling.
May 31, 2008
In order to treat a toothache, the cause of the toothache must be found.
May 29, 2008
Cucumber is a native plant of India and other tropical regions; it is used as a popular fresh vegetable in a variety of salads and sandwiches and is a mainstay of many of today´s lunches.
May 29, 2008
Jaundice can develop when red blood cells break down and bilirubin is left.
May 29, 2008
Stretch marks are deep scars, or scar tissue, that appears as stripes on the skin.
May 29, 2008
Over-the-counter lotions, creams, and suppositories may be the most effective way to fight a yeast infection.
May 29, 2008
Neonatal jaundice may have first been described in a Chinese textbook 1000 years ago.
May 30, 2008
The disease cycle begins with an adult tapeworm infecting the intestinal tract of the definitive host.
May 30, 2008
In medicine, specifically urology, dysuria refers to painful urination.
May 30, 2008
If you have diabetes, your blood sugar levels are too high.
May 30, 2008
Bedwetting is common, even well after a kid has learnt to use the bathroom.
May 30, 2008
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses, the air filled pockets in the bones around the nose and eyes.
May 30, 2008
Scurvy is a condition caused by a lack of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in the diet.
May 30, 2008
A ruptured eardrum is a tear or a hole in your eardrum (tympanic membrane), the thin membrane that separates your ear canal from your middle ear.
May 30, 2008
Pulmonary embolism is a condition that occurs when an artery in your lung becomes blocked.
May 30, 2008
Twenty years ago Ebola virus first emerged in simultaneous outbreaks in Sudan (ref 1) and Zaire.(ref 2) Two subsequent outbreaks have occurred, (ref 3,4) but transmission among human populations has not been sustained.
May 30, 2008
Ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne disease which can be caused by either of two different organisms.
May 30, 2008
"Infectious disease is one of the few genuine adventures left in the world.
May 30, 2008
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is an extremely common and highly lethal condition that is a leading cause of death in all age groups.
May 30, 2008
The eardrum is a membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear.
May 30, 2008
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda fully dissolved in a glass of water - 2hours as needed, no more than 7 times a day (or just read the side of an Arm&Hammer Baking Soda box) Worked great for me for upset stomach/nausea also should work fine for heartburn.
May 29, 2008
Stress Exhaustion is a combination of physical and emotional exhaustion which is the result of prolonged high stress situations.
May 29, 2008
Having those big (or little), dark circles under your eyes is pretty common.
May 29, 2008
Complete dentures are called "conventional" or "immediate" according to when they are made and when they are inserted into the mouth.
May 29, 2008
Dissociative disorders are so-called because they are marked by a dissociation from or interruption of a person's fundamental aspects of waking consciousness (such as one's personal identity, one's personal history, etc.).
May 29, 2008
Delusional disorder is a psychiatric diagnosis denoting a psychotic mental illness that involves holding one or more non-bizarre delusions in the absence of any other significant psychopathology (signs or symptoms of mental illness).
May 29, 2008
Hiccups is a reflex action of the body by which the body protects itself.
May 29, 2008
More and more people suffer the on set of zits everyday.
May 29, 2008
Dissociative disorder is a disturbance in which the patient's primary symptom is a sense of detachment from the self.
May 27, 2008
Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy.
May 27, 2008
Chagas (pronounced SHA-gus) disease is named after the Brazilian physician Carlos Chagas, who discovered it in 1909.
May 27, 2008
Chagas disease, caused by the protozoan parasite, Trypanosoma cruzi, is the most important vector-borne disease in Latin America.
May 27, 2008
Childhood ependymoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the brain and spinal cord.
May 27, 2008
Angina attack is an acute chest pain or discomfort felt around the chest area on account of reduced blood flow to heart due to narrowing of the arteries of the heart.
May 27, 2008
CADASIL (cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy) is the most common form of hereditary stroke disorder, and is thought to be caused by mutations of the Notch 3 gene on chromosome 19.
May 27, 2008
When the stone sits in the kidney, it rarely causes problems, but should it fall into the ureter, it acts like a dam.
May 27, 2008
Starting Position: - Hold a dumbbell in each hand and allow them to hang down at your sides.
May 27, 2008
Drinking herbal tea is on one of the easiest and safest way to keep our body healthy.
May 27, 2008
Bad breath is also associated with sinus infections because nasal discharge from your sinuses into the back of your throat can cause mouth odor.
May 27, 2008
Carpal tunnel syndrome is like a traffic jam in the wrist, resulting from too much crowding in too little space.
May 27, 2008
Warts are the most common infection of the skin caused by a virus.
May 27, 2008
Belching or burping is also medically referred as eructation or ructus.
May 27, 2008
Slow breathing can relieve anxiety and prevent you from having a panic attack, if you do it as soon as you notice yourself over breathing or becoming anxious.
May 26, 2008
Ovaries begin to decline in hormone production during the mid-30s and typically continue to decline to around the age of 47; this phase is called perimenopause.
May 26, 2008
Diagnosis is most commonly made by looking at the burrows or rash.
May 26, 2008
Acupuncture is a relatively painless, natural technique.
May 26, 2008
On the day of treatment, the patient is given a mild sedative and pain medication.
May 26, 2008
Peanuts contain a compound that may help reduce the risks of cancer and heart disease, according to a study by scientists at the US Department of Agriculture.
May 26, 2008
Soy milk has long been a popular alternative for people who are unable to drink cow's milk (usually due to lactose intolerance).
May 26, 2008
The term sciatica describes the symptoms of leg pain and possibly tingling, numbness or weakness that travels from the low back through the buttock and down the large sciatic nerve in the back of the leg.
May 26, 2008
Lyme disease is a bacterial illness caused by a bacterium called a "spirochete." In the United States, the actual name of the bacterium is Borrelia burgdorferi.
May 26, 2008
Natural honey has been used by mankind since the past 2,500 years.
May 26, 2008
The ear works by receiving sound waves and sending messages to the brain.
May 26, 2008
Malaria is a serious, infectious disease spread by certain kinds of mosquitoes.
May 26, 2008
Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a parasite, Plasmodium, which infects red blood cells.
May 26, 2008
Mastoiditis is an infection of the spaces within the mastoid bone.
May 26, 2008
Mastoiditis is usually a consequence of a middle ear infection (acute otitis media).
May 24, 2008
Dyspepsia is a catchall term that includes a variety of digestive problems such as stomach discomfort, gas, bloating, belching, appetite loss, and nausea.
May 24, 2008
Indigestion, also known as upset stomach or dyspepsia, is discomfort or a burning feeling in the upper abdomen, often accompanied by nausea, abdominal bloating, belching, and sometimes vomiting.
May 24, 2008
Squats: squats are one of the most effective workout exercises to tone your butts.
May 24, 2008
Stretch mark, also known as striae by dermatologists, is a skin disorder produced by different kind of occurrences.
May 24, 2008
Cold sores are painful, fluid-filled tiny blisters that appear on the lips and around the nose.
May 24, 2008
Most people were introduced to the orthopedic surgeon at a young age when they were brought to the emergency room with their first broken bone.
May 24, 2008
Binge eating also occurs in another eating disorder called bulimia nervosa.
May 24, 2008
Avascular necrosis is a disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones.
May 24, 2008
Postpartum Depression that occurs during pregnancy or within a year after delivery is called perinatal depression.
May 24, 2008
Postpartum depression can make you feel restless, anxious, fatigued and worthless.
May 24, 2008
The reduced blood flow to the bone may be the result of blockage by a blood clot, medication, or the deliberate stoppage of flow during surgery or because of measures taken to control a hemorrhage (major bleed).
May 22, 2008
Stuttering is a speech disorder in which the normal flow of speech is disrupted by frequent repetitions or prolongations of speech sounds, syllables or words or by an individual's inability to start a word.
May 22, 2008
Mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years.
May 22, 2008
Himalayan salt comes from a low-lying region situated in the first foothills of the Himalayas, over an area of approximately 200 square miles, in the northwest of Pakistan.
May 22, 2008
As a disease that is often referred to as a silent killer, high blood pressure is a condition that may be go undetected until a routine physical or a visit to the doctor.
May 22, 2008
Try to control sneezing (like, don´t sniff ground black pepper) and don´t blow your nose for several days.
May 22, 2008
As for the makeup, go for the naturally pretty look and make it waterproof.
May 22, 2008
Black lung disease is the common name for coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP) or anthracosis, a lung disease of older workers in the coal industry, caused by inhalation, over many years, of small amounts of coal dust.
May 22, 2008
Carbohydrates are the main source of blood glucose, which is a major fuel for all of the body's cells and the only source of energy for the brain and red blood cells.
May 22, 2008
The first home remedy for black eye is to get something cold on the eye immediately after it has been struck.
May 22, 2008
The bile duct is a thin tube, about 4 to 5 inches long, that reaches from the liver to the small intestine.
May 22, 2008
Cancers can develop in any part of the bile duct and, based on their location, are divided into 3 groups.
May 22, 2008
The infection that causes osteomyelitis often is in another part of the body and spreads to the bone via the blood.
May 22, 2008
Black lung disease is an occupational lung disease caused by prolonged inhalation of coal mine dust.
May 23, 2008
Experiences from Qigong practitioners have shown that Qigong healing positively affects a wide range of health problems from pains, ulcers, infections and allergies to cancer, diabetes and heart disease.
May 23, 2008
An allergy is a hypersensitivity to a foreign substance that is usually harmless but produces a violent reaction in the allergy sufferer.
May 23, 2008
Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder affecting at least 85 percent of adolescents and young adults.
May 23, 2008
Massage is one of the oldest, simplest forms of therapy and is a system of stroking, pressing and kneading different areas of the body to relieve pain, relax, stimulate, and tone the body.
May 23, 2008
Acne vulgaris, more commonly referred to simply as acne, is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the pilocebaceous unit that affects at least 85 percent of adolescents and young adults.
May 23, 2008
Remember, the normal nail will have to grow the infected nail off the body.
May 23, 2008
Application of Vick Vapor and essential oils directly on the skin.
May 23, 2008
The majority of treatments on the market today use synthetic chemicals to alleviate the pain and itching, but this provides only temporary relief.
May 23, 2008
The symptoms of duodenal ulcers include heartburn, stomach pain relieved by eating or taking antacids, weight gain, and a burning sensation at the back of the throat.
May 23, 2008
Alport Syndrome (AS) is an inherited disorder of the basement membranes of the kidney, eye and ear.
May 23, 2008
Progressive loss of kidney function in Alport Syndrome is variable.
May 23, 2008
Ulcers often occur within the duodenum, usually in the first part just beyond the stomach which is called the duodenal cap.
May 23, 2008
Alport syndrome is a genetic condition characterized by the progressive loss of kidney function and hearing.
May 21, 2008
Bowen´s disease is a growth of abnormal cells that is confined to the outer layer of the skin.
May 21, 2008
Celiac sprue is a result of an immune reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat or related grains and present in many foods that we eat.
May 21, 2008
Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with a bowel disorder known as coeliac disease.
May 21, 2008
Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food.
May 21, 2008
Anencephaly is a cephalic disorder that results from a neural tube defect that occurs when the cephalic (head) end of the neural tube fails to close, usually between the 23rd and 26th day of pregnancy citation needed, resulting in the absence of a major portion of the brain, skull, and scalp.
May 21, 2008
Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a skin disorder often associated with celiac disease.
May 21, 2008
Batten disease is a fatal, inherited disorder of the nervous system that begins in childhood.
May 21, 2008
The cause of bipolar disorder is unclear, but hereditary, biological, and psychological factors may play a part.
May 21, 2008
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in a person´s mood, energy, and ability to function.
May 21, 2008
Looking Beautiful so unique is our dynamic interactive way of presenting what are often complicated or obscure instructions in an easy to follow, easy to learn fashion.
May 21, 2008
Compared to weight loss pills, a person does not experience common side effects like indigestion, nausea and diarrhea and the Apple Patch Diet has no major side effects whatsoever.
May 21, 2008
Cellulite is an extremely prevalent condition affecting up to 90% of adult women for which acceptable treatment options have been lacking.
May 21, 2008
Toning along with cardiovascular work will speed up and improve the process, but don't think that you only need to work on your abs.
May 21, 2008
Parasitic diseases account for a large proportion of human morbidity and mortality, and doubtlessly contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality among all animal populations as well.
May 20, 2008
A fungal infection of the toe or finger nails often results from a chronic athlete´s foot infection in our youthful years.
May 20, 2008
Many rumors circulate from time to time about the cause of chronic bad breath, or halitosis.
May 20, 2008
As a disease that is often referred to as a silent killer, high blood pressure is a condition that may be go undetected until a routine physical or a visit to the doctor.
May 20, 2008
Gastritis means inflammation of mucus lining of the stomach.
May 20, 2008
Headaches are pain and tension felt in a person's head.
May 20, 2008
If varicose veins are severe, they can rupture or form ulcers on the skin (this requires immediate attention).
May 20, 2008
Amino acids form the proteins that in turn form muscle tissue and increase fat metabolism.
May 20, 2008
Alpers' disease is a rare, genetically determined disease of the brain that causes progressive degeneration of grey matter in the cerebrum.
May 20, 2008
Teens are known for eating sweet snacks, fast foods and meals on-the-run.
May 20, 2008
Some people have weak venous valves, in these cases gravity forces large quantities of blood back down into distal parts of the vein.
May 20, 2008
If your friend has an accident then the first person there will be the first aider or the person who will help her until others get there.
May 20, 2008
Our diet is an essential factor for the formation of our body.
May 20, 2008
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted, painful superficial veins resulting from poorly functioning valves.
May 20, 2008
Gastritis is not a single disease, but several different conditions that all have inflammation of the stomach lining.
May 19, 2008
Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle.
May 19, 2008
Hepatomegaly (an enlarged liver) indicates potentially reversible primary or secondary liver disease.
May 19, 2008
A hiccup is an unintentional movement (spasm) of the diaphragm, the muscle at the base of the lungs.
May 19, 2008
When we travel quickly across time zones, the body's natural clock needs to be reset.
May 19, 2008
The prostate is a gland about the size of a walnut that is only present in men.
May 19, 2008
Amblyopia, otherwise known as lazy eye, is a disorder of the visual system that is characterized by poor or indistinct vision in an eye that is otherwise physically normal, or out of proportion to associated structural abnormalities.
May 19, 2008
Body rash is a common problem that can affect virtually any person.
May 19, 2008
Barotrauma is physical damage to body tissues caused by a difference in pressure between an air space inside or beside the body and the surrounding gas or liquid.
May 19, 2008
The term "benign" implies a mild and nonprogressive disease, and indeed, many kinds of benign tumor are harmless to the health.
May 19, 2008
Naegleria is an ameba commonly found in the environment in water and soil.
May 19, 2008
The wedding is the memorial thing of the life and this very important part of the personal life.
May 19, 2008
Each time you add a name to your invitation list, you're increasing your budget significantly.
May 19, 2008
For a special occasion, such as a wedding, Christmas party, New Year's party, or even a fun night out on the town, it's fashionable to match the tone of your party face to the outfit.
May 17, 2008
An angioma is a benign tumor that consists of small blood vessels.
May 17, 2008
Angina usually occurs during exertion, severe emotional stress, or after a heavy meal.
May 17, 2008
Bedwetting (enuresis) is the involuntary discharge of urine during sleep.
May 17, 2008
An abnormal liver condition characterized by irreversible scarring of the liver.
May 17, 2008
Chest pain is a common symptom that is caused by many different conditions.
May 17, 2008
Causes
Most people with achondroplasia have average-size parents, which mean that the cause of achondroplasia is from a new mutation in the FGFR3 gene.
May 17, 2008
Mastoiditis is an inflammation or infection of the mastoid bone, which is a portion of the temporal bone.
May 17, 2008
Tracheitis (also known as Bacterial tracheitis or Acute bacterial tracheitis) is a bacterial infection of the trachea and is capable of producing airway obstruction.
May 17, 2008
Poliomyelitis is a communicable disease caused by infection with the poliovirus.
May 17, 2008
Relapsing fever is an acute febrile illness caused by spirochetes of the genus Borrelia.
May 17, 2008
Drinking plenty of water and eating plenty of raw fruits and vegetables and getting plenty of rest is probably the best way to achieving healthy hair.
Rinse your hair with baking soda and water to rid your hair of shampoo build-up and styling residues.
May 17, 2008
Eczema is a type of dermatitis, or inflammation of the upper layers of the skin.
May 17, 2008
Many people get confused about whether they have a cold sore or a canker sore.
May 16, 2008
Fabry disease is one of several genetically inherited diseases called lysosomal storage disorders.
May 16, 2008
Fabry disease is caused by the lack of or faulty enzyme needed to metabolize lipids, fat-like substances that include oils, waxes, and fatty acids.
May 16, 2008
Cardiac asystole provoked by epileptic seizures is a rare but important complication in epilepsy and is supposed to be relevant to the pathogenesis of sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP).
May 16, 2008
A cerebral aneurysm (also known as an intracranial or intracerebral aneurysm) is a weak or thin spot on a blood vessel in the brain that balloons out and fills with blood.
May 16, 2008
Moyamoya disease is a rare, progressive cerebrovascular disorder caused by blocked arteries at the base of the brain in an area called the basal ganglia.
May 16, 2008
A corneal abrasion is a painful scrape or scratch of the surface of the clear part of the eye.
May 16, 2008
Amnesia can be classified as retrograde (for events before the cause), anterograde (inability to store new memories after the cause), global (for information related to all senses and past times), and sense-specific (for events processed by one sense—eg, an agnosia).
May 16, 2008
Bone spur is an extra bone that grows on the normal bone.
May 16, 2008
Brucellosis, also called undulant fever, or Malta fever, in humans is a highly contagious zoonosis (infectious disease transmitted from animals to humans) caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella.
May 16, 2008
Bunions are bumps on the side of the big toe and indicate changes in the bony framework of the front part of the foot.
May 16, 2008
Darker skin is better protected against sunburn however, as it contains extra pigment.
May 16, 2008
Nausea and vomiting are among the most distressing and feared side effects of cancer and cancer treatment.
May 16, 2008
Hives (urticaria) is a harmless type of rash or skin allergy that is usually caused by an allergy.
May 16, 2008
High stress, mental worries, faulty eating habits and being underweight deprive your body of calories and essential nutrients mainly vitamins and minerals.
May 15, 2008
Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of the skin and prevents acne.
May 15, 2008
Gallstones (biliary calculi) are small stones made from cholesterol, bile pigment and calcium salts, usually as a mixture that forms in the gall bladder.
May 15, 2008
Behcet's syndrome is a multisystem autoimmune disease that involves inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body.
May 15, 2008
Proper breathing is one of the most important things you can do for maintaining your health.
May 15, 2008
Contact lenses are small plastic discs shaped to correct an eyesight problem such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, presbyopia, or astigmatism.
May 15, 2008
A bladder infection is also called a urinary tract infection (UTI) by most medical people, so if you hear both names, don't get scared or confused.
May 15, 2008
Pregnant women need milk and milk products for protein and calcium.
May 15, 2008
Poison ivy is a common cause of contact dermatitis, an allergic reaction to something that comes in direct contact with the skin.
May 15, 2008
Obesity is the heavy accumulation of fat in your body to such a degree that it rapidly increases your risk of diseases that can damage your health and knock years off your life, such as heart disease and diabetes
Obesity has become an epidemic on a global scale and poses one of the greatest threats to human health and well being as the 21st century approaches.
May 15, 2008
Nosebleed is common in dry climates during winter months, and in hot dry climates with low humidity.
May 15, 2008
Gallstones are the most common and costly digestive disease in the United States, causing more than 800,000 hospitalizations annually at estimated cost of over five billion dollars.
May 15, 2008
Many people use alcohol to escape from their problems, or to change their personalities.
May 15, 2008
Bone spurs are bony projections that form along joints.
May 15, 2008
Neuritis is a complex process involving inflammation of the nerves, resulting in irritation that interferes with normal nerve function and the areas served.
May 13, 2008
Appendicitis (pronounced uh-pen-di-SIE-tis) is the inflammation of the appendix, a worm-shaped pouch near the beginning of the large intestine.
May 13, 2008
Gabapentin affects chemicals and nerves in the body that are involved in the cause of seizures and some types of nerve pain.
May 13, 2008
Urticaria (Hives) is a condition in which there are raised red spots or eruptions of various size on the surface of the skin, often itchy, which come and go.
May 13, 2008
People who notice hair falling out, thinning, or appearing in large amounts on their comb or brush should consult a dermatologist.
May 13, 2008
Palpitations occur when a person can feel abnormalities in the normal beating of the heart.
May 13, 2008
Hemophilia is a rare genetic bleeding disorder that almost always occurs in males.
May 13, 2008
Appendicitis means Inflammation of the vennifonn appendix is termed as appendicitis.
May 13, 2008
Itching may be caused by a skin disorder or by a disease that affects the whole body (systemic disease).
May 13, 2008
Raised red and white patches appear on the skin.
May 13, 2008
Vomiting or vemesis is a biological defense mechanism.
May 13, 2008
Palpitations are heartbeat sensations that feel like your heart is pounding or racing.
May 13, 2008
Pain in the belly (abdomen) can come from conditions affecting a variety of organs.
May 13, 2008
The chief therapeutic agent needed for the treatment of tuberculosis is calcium.
May 13, 2008
Illnesses or medical conditions: Endocrine (hormonal) conditions, such as uncontrolled diabetes or thyroid disease, can interfere with hair production and cause hair loss.
May 13, 2008
Haemophilia is a blood condition in which an essential clotting factor is either partly or completely missing.
May 12, 2008
Blood cancer is an uncontrolled increase in the number of blood cells.
May 12, 2008
Mastitis is inflammation of the breast, which may lead to infection.
May 12, 2008
You can have a mild tea or have ginger ale which helps to soothe your stomach.
May 12, 2008
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a combination of physical and emotional disturbances that occur after a woman ovulates and ends with menstruation.
May 12, 2008
Mood disorders are also called affective disorders.
May 10, 2008
Erysipelas is a skin infection typically caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci, although other streptococcal groups are occasionally causative agents.
May 10, 2008
Shingles is an unfortunately common and nasty problem.
May 10, 2008
Adenoviruses most commonly cause respiratory illness; however, depending on the infecting serotype, they may also cause various other illnesses, such as gastroenteritis, conjunctivitis, cystitis, and rash illness.
May 10, 2008
Breast cancer is a cancer that starts in the cells of the breast Worldwide, breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer after lung cancer (10.4% of all cancer incidence, both sexes counted) and the fifth most common cause of cancer death.
May 10, 2008
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain in your muscles, ligaments and tendons, as well as fatigue and multiple tender points — places on your body where slight pressure causes pain.
May 10, 2008
Amebiasis is an intestinal illness that's typically transmitted when someone eats or drinks something that's contaminated with a microscopic parasite called Entamoeba histolytica (E.
May 10, 2008
Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer.
May 10, 2008
Cellulite is a skin condition that affects more than 90% of women.
May 10, 2008
Malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer that begins in the skin's 'pigmentation system', ie the skin layer that becomes tanned in the summer.
May 10, 2008
Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer.
May 10, 2008
Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas.
May 10, 2008
Shingles is distinctive because it affects only one side of the body.
May 10, 2008
Basal Cell Carcinoma is a very common type of skin disorders but is very dangerous also.
May 10, 2008
The common bunion is a localized area of enlargement of the inner portion of the joint at the base of the big toe.
May 09, 2008
There are plenty of options available around us for losing weight; however, a well-balanced healthy diet and regular exercise have no alternative.
May 09, 2008
If you are overweight or you really care about maintaining your weight rigorously, you need to follow a well-balanced diet chart.
May 09, 2008
Constipation is an annoying problem of the digestive system.
May 09, 2008
In today´s world, being obese is one of the biggest complications that almost 3 among 10 in USA are going through this problem and the condition is on continuous rise.
May 09, 2008
Acne is a common skin disease characterized by pimples on the face, chest, and back.
May 09, 2008
Arthritis definition
Inflammation of a joint.
May 09, 2008
Arthritis literally means joint inflammation, and it can affect joints in any part of the body.
May 09, 2008
A common disorder in which chronic inflammation of the bronchial tubes (bronchi) makes them swell, narrowing the airways.
May 09, 2008
Asthma attacks all age groups but often starts in childhood.
May 09, 2008
A mild skin condition that produces white flakes that may be shed and fall from the hair.
The presence, in varying amounts, of white or gray scales in the hair of the scalp, due to excessive or normal branny exfoliation of the epidermis.
Dandruff causes : Dandruff is seasonal.
May 09, 2008
The act of expelling air from the lungs suddenly and noisily, often to keep the respiratory passages free of irritating material.
May 09, 2008
Depression is a common mental disorder that presents with depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration.
Depression causes:-
While feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life, when emotions such as apathy and despair take hold and just won't go away, depression may be the cause.
Currently, it appears that there are biochemical causes for depression, occurring as a result of abnormalities in the levels of certain chemicals in the brain.
Major depression also seems to occur in generation after generation in some families, although not as strongly as in bipolar I or II.
May 09, 2008
The general definition of depression is a psychological disorder that affects a person's mood changes, physical functions and social interactions.
May 09, 2008
Diabetes: A disease in which the body doesn't produce or properly use insulin.
Insulin: A hormone, insulin unlocks 'doorways' in cells and allows glucose that comes from sugar, starches, and other foods, to enter the cells and be used as energy.
May 09, 2008
Refers to diabetes mellitus or, less often, to diabetes insipidus.
May 07, 2008
An aneurysm (or aneurism) is a localized, blood-filled dilation (balloon-like bulge) of a blood vessel caused by disease or weakening of the vessel wall.
May 07, 2008
Breast lumps are common, especially in women ages 30 to 50.
May 07, 2008
Brucellosis, also called undulant fever, or Malta fever, in humans is a highly contagious zoonosis (infectious disease transmitted from animals to humans) caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella.
May 07, 2008
Chapped lips give new meaning to the expression "crack a smile." When your lips are sore, red, and peeling, even a little grin can crack them wide open.
May 07, 2008
Diaper rash is a very common infection that can cause a baby's skin to become sore, red, scaly, and tender.
May 07, 2008
Leg Cramps is a condition in which one or more muscles in the leg get contracted.
May 07, 2008
The problem is that heat styling isn't exactly safe, if done improperly it can cause some pretty serious damage.
May 07, 2008
Boils may appear on the face, back, buttocks, armpits or in the groin area; anywhere where there are hair follicles and sweat or irritation such as friction can occur.
May 07, 2008
A boil is a localized infection deep in the skin.
May 07, 2008
Hysteria is a diagnostic label applied to a state of mind, one of unmanageable fear or emotional excesses.
May 07, 2008
Greying hair, like wrinkled skin, is a manifestation of the ageing process.
May 07, 2008
Mastitis is the inflammation of the mammalian mammary gland (breast in primates, udder in other mammals).
May 07, 2008
Hair loss is an obvious side effect of chemotherapy.
May 07, 2008
Scurvy is a disease caused by deficiency and lack of vitamin C and absorbic acids within the system and is particularly prelevant in children still and was so in Victorian sailors.
May 07, 2008
Fibroadenomas are benign breast tumours commonly found in young women.
May 06, 2008
Causes of Postpartum Depression
The exact causes of postpartum depression are unknown,but rapid hormonal changes that accompany pregnancy and delivery may trigger depression.
May 06, 2008
Corns are generally small and are formed on the toes, while calluses are bigger and generally develop on the soles of the feet and sometimes on the palms.
May 06, 2008
The hepatitis C virus is usually detectable in the blood within one to three weeks after infection, and antibodies to the virus are generally detectable within 3 to 12 weeks.
May 06, 2008
Goitre is the swelling of thyroid gland and appears on the back a person's neck.
May 06, 2008
Overweight and those who have big thighs will likely to face these problems.
May 06, 2008
Mumps is a disease caused by a virus that usually spreads through saliva and can infect many parts of the body, especially the parotid salivary glands.
May 06, 2008
Mumps in adolescent and adult males may also result in the development of orchitis, an inflammation of the testicles.
May 06, 2008
Sarcoidosis (SAR"koi-do'sis) involves inflammation that produces tiny lumps of cells in various organs in your body.
May 06, 2008
Staphylococcus is group of bacteria, familiarly known as Staph (pronounced "staff"), that can cause a multitude of diseases as a result of infection of various tissues of the body.
May 06, 2008
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctivae, which are the mucous membranes covering the white of the eyes and the inner side of the eyelids.
May 06, 2008
Diet is of utmost importance in the treatment of amnesia.
May 06, 2008
Sarcoidosis, also called sarcoid (from the Greek 'sark' and 'oid' meaning "flesh-like") or Besnier-Boeck disease, is an immune system disorder characterised by non-caseating granulomas (small inflammatory nodules) that most commonly arises in young adults.
May 06, 2008
Yellow fever is a viral disease that has caused large epidemics in Africa and the Americas.
May 06, 2008
Yellow fever can be recognized from historic texts stretching back 400 years.
May 05, 2008
Apply pressure directly to the wound with your hands to stem the blood flow.
May 05, 2008
Anemia is a blood disorder characterized by deficient red blood cells (RBCs) .
May 05, 2008
The skin is one of the most important components of an individual's physical appearance.
May 05, 2008
Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a drop in the number of red blood cells due to a problem with the body's defense (immune) system.
Folic acid deficiency anemia.
May 05, 2008
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints.
May 05, 2008
The treatment for edema involves altering one or more of the physical factors that regulate fluid movement.
May 05, 2008
Gout is a form of arthritis that's characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness and tenderness in joints.
May 05, 2008
The use of the herb Indian aloe is a wellknown remedy in the indigenous system of medicine for any inflamed and painful part of the body.
May 05, 2008
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gum tissue due to a build of plaque or tartar around the gumline and if treated can be reversed.
May 05, 2008
Meningitis is a rare disease, our brains have what is called a blood brain barrier that protects are brain for contamination by the blood.
May 05, 2008
Three of four figs should be soaked overnight in water after being cleaned thoroughly in hot water.
May 05, 2008
Rosacea is a chronic (long-term) disease that affects the skin and sometimes the eyes.
May 05, 2008
Sinusitis is an acute or account upset made by the swelling of the nasal passages and rubor of the sinuses.
May 05, 2008
It has been studied quite recently that as well as impacting persons physically smoking can also have mental effect by showing adverse effects when dealing with humans who suffer from mental illness.
There are several symptoms with panic attacks, like trembling, fear of dying, heart palpitations, choking, sweating, flushes or chills, chest pain and dizziness among others.
Can smoking cause panic attacks is of course a very difficult question, but some studies suggest that there's a chance that smokers are three times more likely to suffer from panic disorder or panic attacks than those that do not smoke.
Carbon monoxide is exhaled when individual is smoking and person's brain and at the same time his/her body might think it's suffocating.
May 05, 2008
Arthritis is a complex disorder that comprises more than 100 distinct conditions and can affect people at any stage of life.
May 03, 2008
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is spread by blood-to-blood contact.
May 03, 2008
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a term that is used to cover many problems of the feline urinary tract, including stones and cystitis.
May 03, 2008
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease that's associated with long-standing diabetes.
May 03, 2008
Botulism is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
May 03, 2008
Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease caused by monkeypox virus.
May 03, 2008
An autosomal recessive disorder caused by deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase featuring the pathological storage of glycosylceramide in mononuclear PHAGOCYTES (Gaucher Cells).
May 03, 2008
Polio is a serious disease caused by a virus called the poliovirus.
May 03, 2008
Yellow fever, which is also known as sylvatic fever and viral hemorrhagic fever or VHF, is a severe infectious disease caused by a type of virus called a flavivirus.
May 03, 2008
Q fever is an infectious disease that spreads from animals to humans.
May 03, 2008
Food poisoning is a common, usually mild, but sometimes deadly illness.
May 03, 2008
Plague is a term applied to an infectious disease that spreads easily and, without antibiotics treatment, can be fatal.
May 03, 2008
What is retina?
The retina is the light-sensitive layer of tissue that lines the inside of the eye and sends visual messages through the optic nerve to the brain.
May 03, 2008
Tularemia is a rare infectious disease that can attack the skin, eyes and lungs.
May 03, 2008
The term trench fever refers to the crowded conditions in which troops fought in during World War I and World War II.
May 03, 2008
Where is the macula?
The macula is located in the center of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.
May 01, 2008
The tonsils are fleshy clusters of tissue that lie in bands on both sides of the back of the throat, above and behind the tongue.
May 01, 2008
Anemia is a condition of too few red blood cells, or a lowered ability of the red blood cells to carry oxygen or iron.
May 01, 2008
Aortic stenosis is abnormal narrowing of the aortic valve.
May 01, 2008
Most autoimmune diseases occur in women, and most often during their childbearing years.
May 01, 2008
Bacterial vaginosis sometimes clears up without treatment in some who are fortunate enough.
May 01, 2008
Bone spurs form naturally on the back of spine as a person ages and are a sign of degeneration in the spine.
May 01, 2008
When you're short of breath, it's hard or uncomfortable for you to take in the oxygen your body needs.
May 01, 2008
An abscess is a collection of pus.
May 01, 2008
Epiglottitis is an acute life-threatening bacterial infection that results in swelling and inflammation of the epiglottis.
May 01, 2008
Don't worry- the white spots on your fingernails are most likely to be caused by a mild zinc deficiency which can be easily corrected by taking a dietary supplement.
May 01, 2008
They have also been known as liver spots, but this is totally incorrect.
May 01, 2008
Glandular fever (or kissing disease) is the common term used to describe an acute viral infection called infectious mononucleosis.
May 01, 2008
Excessive sweating is a medical problem - this sometimes sound strange but the irony is that for the person who is suffering from it - it is a real problem and there seem less or no solution for this! The general view of people about this problem is that it generates odor which is not socially okay and should be avoided.
Excessive armpit sweating occurs in both the sexes equally and age is also not a criteria.
May 01, 2008
Ingestion of antioxidant vitamins and minerals from supplements has been shown to protect skin cells from free-radical damage induced by overexposure to ultraviolet light and various harmful environmental chemicals.
A properly designed high-potency multivitamin and mineral that is fortified with optimal levels of specific antioxidant vitamins and minerals can help protect the skin from free-radical damage.
Calcium is a very important mineral for women.
May 01, 2008
Sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation of the sinuses and nasal passages.
May 02, 2008
It is estimated that Achilles tendonitis accounts for around 11% of all running injuries.
May 02, 2008
Achilles tendonitis is a condition of irritation and inflammation of the large tendon in the back of the ankle.
May 02, 2008
The foods eaten also are a potential cause of halitosis.
May 02, 2008
Botulism is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
May 02, 2008
Brucellosis is a zoonotic infection transmitted from animals to humans by ingestion of infected food products, direct contact with an infected animal, or inhalation of aerosols.
May 02, 2008
Coeliac disease, also known as celiac disease, is a common bowel condition that is caused by intolerance to a protein called gluten.
May 02, 2008
A diverticulum (plural: diverticula´s) is medical term for an out pouching of a hollow (or a fluid filled) structure in the body.
May 02, 2008
The elbow is the joint where three long bones meet in the middle portion of the arm.