14 August, 2012
An infectious bacterial infection, lyme disease is caused when a person is bit by an infected tick. Though lyme disease brings with it very serious consequences like heart palpitations and..
10 August, 2012
When the tissues surrounding the walls of the urinary bladder get swollen due to inflammation, the condition is termed as interstitial cystitis in medical terms. The ailment is marked by..
10 August, 2012
The medical term used to describe excessive sweating is called hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis can especially be felt in the armpits, palms and soles of feet. This condition not only leads to..
9 August, 2012
Atrial fibrillation is a sudden disturbance of the heartbeat accompanied by rapid pumping of blood in the heart, dizziness and shortness of breath. In an environment marked strongly by pollution..
9 August, 2012
Parasites are microscopic roundworms, tapeworms and protozoa that infect the human intestines. They multiply very fast leading to stomach problems in the form of diarrhea, pain, bloating or vomiting...
9 August, 2012
Swelling and irritation in the plantar fascia of the foot is known as plantar fasciitis. This thick tissue located in the sole of the feet is the most overused tissue..
4 August, 2012
H Pylori Bacteria, also known as helicobacter pylori, is an infection causing bacteria that is found in the body of most humans, but causes harm in very few cases. Most..
3 August, 2012
MRSA is a bacterial infection that can be fatal, especially in people with a very weak immune system. According to medical practitioners, the MRSA bacteria spread very fast from the..
31 July, 2012
Gonorrhea is an infection caused by the transfer of bacteria between two sexual partners. The bacteria are contagious and hence generally affect the age group 18 to 30. According to..
30 July, 2012
The loss of urinary bladder control is known as incontinence. This disease is often left undetected as people avoid discussing their problems with doctors. However, a recent survey has shown..
30 July, 2012
Food particles, dead white blood cells, keratin and bacteria often get trapped in the tonsil region of the throat. They settle deep inside the skin and gradually turn into small..
26 July, 2012
Emphysema is a damaging lung disease which affects the working of the alveoli. In this condition, the passage leading from the alveoli to the air sacs becomes bloated with air...
26 July, 2012
A painful infection or injury has affected almost every person. This has in turn led to exposure to harmful toxins found in the surrounding air and strong prescription drugs...
26 July, 2012
Diverticulosis is an ailment of the colon which is marked by the formation of pouches in the mucus membrane of the large intestine. The muscular wall of the intestine is..
25 July, 2012
Constant and strong unpleasant breath odor is known as halitosis. For many people suffering from halitosis, it becomes an embarrassment for them to be part of society. This in turn..
25 July, 2012
Macular degeneration is the eye ailment where one portion of the retina stops functioning. As a result of this, a person may lose his/her vision partially or completely...
24 July, 2012
Electrical discharges inside the human brain causes rigidity of muscles, violent contractions in the muscles and unconsciousness. This condition is known as seizures. Recurring seizure disorder is often linked to..
24 July, 2012
A swelling in the pancreas leading to disruption in the production of enzymes is known as pancreatitis. The pancreas gland plays a major role in digestion of food through the..
23 July, 2012
Located at the top of the kidneys, the adrenal glands are responsible for release of hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline which control the response of the human body to..
23 July, 2012
Dark patches that appear on skin especially on cheeks, forehead and temples during old age are known as melasma. This skin ailment is more common in women than in men..
21 July, 2012
The most common form of arthritis affecting millions of people over the world, osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that causes pain in the joints of the back, fingers, knees and..
20 July, 2012
The staphylococcus bacteria often settle on the skin surface and give birth to painful infections known as staph infection. This infection is quite common in adults who have a weak..
19 July, 2012
Fibroid tumors are a very common occurrence in women who have reached the last stage of their reproductive years. The perimenopause stage, as it is known, may be painful characterized..
19 July, 2012
The outbreak of shingles is very common all over the world. This skin infection is caused by virus varicella zoster. This virus is dormant in every person’s skin as each..
18 July, 2012
Is an itching and burning sensation in your crotch making you embarrassed in public? You are probably a victim of the jock itch ailment! This is an infection that manifests..
