5 March, 2013
Infection and inflammation of the gums is known as periodontitis. At first the infection is confined to the gums but later it spreads to the ligaments and the bones that..
5 March, 2013
When the bladder becomes inflamed especially the walls of the bladder become irritated and swollen, it is known as cystitis. It is a bacterial infection. The bacteria known as Escherichia..
4 March, 2013
This sexually transmitted disease is caused by a bacterial infection and is highest among people who have multiple sex partners. Both men and women can become infected with this disease...
2 March, 2013
When the ovary releases a mature egg known as ovum for fertilization, it is known as ovulation. The egg travels down the fallopian tube, to the uterus where, preparations to..
28 February, 2013
Fibroid tumors develop in the uterus. These solid tumors are made up of fibrous tissues and grow in masses. They grow slowly, are always benign and sometimes cause no symptoms..
28 February, 2013
Hypothyroidism happens when the thyroid gland produces insufficient amounts of thyroxine. The thyroid hormones play an important role in the metabolic functions of our body. They not only control the..
27 February, 2013
The thyroid gland is responsible for producing hormones which control the metabolic activities in our body. This gland is itself monitored by the pituitary gland which tells it how much..
27 February, 2013
STDs are sexually transmitted diseases. One contracts these diseases by having sex with an infected person involving the anus, vagina, penis and the mouth. These diseases are pretty serious and..
16 February, 2013
ADD or attention deficit disorder appears in early childhood and sometimes progresses to adulthood. Normally all children are unruly, fidgety or inattentive to a certain extent but when children are..
16 February, 2013
Adrenal fatigue is commonly associated with stress. When the adrenal glands function below normal levels you constantly feel tired and unwell. Though there are no outward signs of any physical..
13 February, 2013
Emphysema is a lung disease that gradually becomes progressive and long-term. This disease destroys the spongy tissues of the lungs and affects their blood vessels most drastically. These tissues make..
4 January, 2013
Many people worldwide are suffering from itching. Reasons for itching include insect bite, heat, stress and anxiety, endocrine / metabolic disorders, allergic reactions, humidity, exposure to cold or dry skin,..
26 December, 2012
Bronchitis is a painful and uncomfortable infection of the lungs caused by a virus similar to the one that causes the flu or the common cold. Often acute bronchitis follows a..
14 December, 2012
Shingles is an infection caused by zoster virus characterized by an eruption of vesicles on one side of the body due to inflammation of ganglia and dorsal nerve resulting from..
12 December, 2012
Rheumatoid arthritis is a form of inflammatory arthritis. It is a chronic disease affecting the joints of hands and feet that can eventually result in joint deformity. It occurs when..
4 December, 2012
Bipolar also known as manic-depressive illness, is a disorder that usually leads to disruptive mood swings , activity levels, changes in emotions and inability to carry out daily activities. It..
20 November, 2012
GERD, also known as gastroesopageal reflux disease, is a condition affecting around 15 million people worldwide, every year. Also known as acid reflux, this disorder is characterized by burning sensation..
30 October, 2012
Psoriasis is a scaly and dry chronic skin disorder that occurs when skin cells grow quickly. Skin cells take 25-30 days to replace new cells, but in case of psoriasis,..
30 October, 2012
Rosacea is a chronic skin disorder that turns skin red and causes swelling. Rosacea is increasingly spreading as boom generation enters the susceptible ages. This can affect anyone but is..
29 October, 2012
According to recent studies eczema has been linked to a weak immune system. Eczema is not only unpleasant or debilitating but it is painful too. There is no quick magical..
17 October, 2012
Liver is the largest gland and vital organ present in the body that holds approximately 0.57 liters. It is dark reddish brown in color and is divided into two lobes...
15 October, 2012
Allergies are very common these days and are increasing all over especially in the island nations New Zealand and Australia rapidly. Allergies are abnormal reactions of immune system to a harmless..
13 October, 2012
Colon cancer that is also well known as bowel cancer or colorectal cancer. This colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States. This cancer starts..
12 October, 2012
Sinusitis is a sinus infection that seems to be extremely common in adults with an estimated figure of 29.8 million in 2010. Sinus infection is swelling of your sinuses causing..
8 October, 2012
A tension headache is a primary type of headache which is experienced mostly by women once in a lifetime. Tension type headaches can last from days to months or even..
