Health Conditions


Wound healing

Stages of wound healing

Overview Any cut or opening in the skin can be termed a wound. Wounds can …

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Pregnancy or PMS?

Pregnancy or PMS: The confusion

Overview Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a series of symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle. The …

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Parkinson's disease stages

Parkinson’s stages

Introduction Parkinson’s is a disease that affects the central nervous system of the body and …

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Menstrual headaches

Menstrual headaches

Introduction Migraine is a common headache disorder that affects mostly women and most of them …

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Head-injury headaches

Head-injury headaches

Introduction Headaches are one of the most common symptoms that are experienced by individuals who …

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Spider veins

Spider veins

Overview A smaller version of varicose veins, spider veins appear as bulging knots and bundles …

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Goitre

Goitre

What is Goitre? Goitre is a problem associated with the thyroid gland that causes abnormal …

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diabetic retinopathy

Diabetic Retinopathy

What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease due to a long history …

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Phimosis

Phimosis

What is Phimosis? Phimosis is a medical condition wherein the foreskin of the penis is …

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Pilonidal sinus

Pilonidal sinus

What is a pilonidal sinus? A pilonidal sinus (PNS) is a small sinus tract or …

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Diabetic foot ulcer

Diabetic foot ulcer

What are diabetic foot ulcers? Diabetic foot ulcers are open wounds or sores found on …

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Breast augmentation

Breast augmentation

What is breast augmentation? Breast augmentation (augmentation mammoplasty) is an elective procedure that enlarges or …

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circumcision

Circumcision

What is circumcision? Circumcision is a surgery that removes the foreskin from the penis head. …

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Proctology

Hemorrhoids

What are Hemorrhoids? The word hemorrhoids is derived from the Greek word “haimorrhoides” meaning painful …

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Rectum fistula

Anal fistula

What is an anal fistula? An anal fistula is a narrow tunnel between an infected …

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anal fissures disorders

Anal fissure

What is an anal fissure? Passing hard stools can result in a tear on the …

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A few facts about Carcinoid syndrome

What is Carcinoid syndrome? The carcinoid syndrome is a specific type of syndrome that occurs …

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Everything you need to know about COVID-19

What is the full form of COVID-19? COVID-19 is the abbreviated name for Coronavirus Disease …

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DOMS (Delayed Onset of the Muscle Soreness)

What is DOMS? DOMS refers to the Delayed Onset of the Muscle Soreness. It leads …

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Night sweats

What are night sweats ? Extreme or excessive perspiration in your normal bedroom temperature during …

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croup disease

Croup

What is Croup? Croup is an upper Respiratory Infection which mainly occurs in children below …

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder

What is Generalized anxiety disorder? GAD(Generalized Anxiety Disorder) is very different from normal anxiety. In …

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Medication-Overuse Headache

What is Medication Overuse?  Every medication has its own threshold. When a person has an …

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Headache stress

Caffeine-related headaches 

What is a caffeine-related headache? An overdose of caffeine triggers headaches in many people. The …

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Sinus Headaches

What is Sinus Headache? Sinuses are air-filled spaces present inside the forehead and the cheekbones. …

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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

PTSD – What is it? PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental disorder …

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Night Terrors

What are night terrors? Much similar to a nightmare but much more dramatic in nature, …

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Tourette's Syndrome

What is Tourette’s syndrome? Tourette’s syndrome is a type of tic disorder. Tics are uncontrollable …

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Varicocele

What is varicocele? Enlargement of veins present in the scrotum is called varicocele.  These veins …

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Pain disorder

What is pain disorder? Any pain that persists for a prolonged period of time which …

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Tension headaches

What is a tension headache? A persistent pain that keeps lingering around the head associated …

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Exertional headache

An overview Headache seems to be the most common problem faced by numerous people all …

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Manic depression

What is manic depression/bipolar disorder? Bipolar, which was formerly known as manic depression, is a …

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Sensory diabetic neuropathy

Understanding diabetes Diabetes is a health condition characterized by high blood sugar levels. Sugar in …

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Lymph node check up

Lymphadenopathy

What are lymph nodes? Lymph nodes are small rounded glands that are found in various …

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Measles rashes

Rubella

What is Rubella? Rubella, also known as three-day measles or German measles, is a contagious …

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Syncope

What is syncope? Syncope is a medical term used to describe a person fainting. It …

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Dry cough

Overview of a dry cough Coughing is a natural phenomenon of the body where mucus …

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Dyshidrotic eczema

What is dyshidrotic eczema? Have you been experiencing red and itchy skin with scaling affecting …

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Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)

What is DIC? Disseminated intravascular coagulation is a medical condition where the normal process of …

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Yellow poop

Why is my poop yellow? Passing yellow poop is nothing uncommon.  What food you eat …

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Skin rashes eczema

Contact dermatitis

Understanding dermatitis Dermatitis is a general medical term that is used to describe skin irritation. …

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Fanconi anemia

What is Fanconi anemia ? Fanconi anemia is a serious blood disorder that is characterized …

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Bloom Syndrome

What is Bloom Syndrome? Bloom syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that is characterized by short …

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Plague

What is the plague? Plague, also referred to as the black plague, is a zoonotic disease …

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Cloudy Urine

Introduction Healthy urine is normally clear and light yellow in color with no sediments. The …

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Pneumothorax

Overview Pneumothorax is a painful condition of the lung, commonly referred to as a collapsed …

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Yellow Jacket Sting

What are Yellow Jackets? The yellow jacket is a predatory social wasp that is common …

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PSORIASIS scalp

Itchy Scalp

What is itchy scalp? Itchy scalp is caused by a number of health conditions. This …

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Prediabetes

Understanding prediabetes Prediabetes (also known as borderline diabetes) is a health condition characterized by higher …

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Histoplasmosis

Histoplasmosis: Quick Facts The incidence of histoplasmosis in adults aged 65 years and older was …

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Hypocalcemia

The role of calcium Calcium is one of the minerals found as an electrolyte in …

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Dark Urine

How urine is produced Urine is composed of wastes and excess fluid from the body. …

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Stuffy Nose

What is a stuffy nose? Breathing is something we take for granted especially when our …

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Smegma

Smegma Buildup: The real culprit? Are you getting worn out after intercourse or is it …

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Inverted nipples

Understanding the nipple and its functions Nipples are raised tissues present on the breasts. They …

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MANUKA HONEY sore throat

Pharyngitis 

What causes pain and irritation in the throat? How many of you have experienced sudden …

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Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

What is obsessive-compulsive personality disorder? Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) is a disorder associated with a …

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Temporal Arteritis

What is temporal arteritis? The inflammation of the blood vessel(s) is called vasculitis. Giant cell …

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Thyroid Storm

Thyroid Storm: What is it? Thyroid storm is a case of untreated or undertreated hyperthyroidism …

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Thalassemia

Thalassemia – Quick Facts Annually there are over 332,000 children born worldwide with hemoglobin disorders. …

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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

What is a subarachnoid hemorrhage? The subarachnoid space is the space between the brain and …

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Swollen Lymph Nodes

What is the lymphatic system? The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs. …

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Pyelonephritis

What is pyelonephritis? Pyelonephritis (Kidney infection) is a urinary tract infection, generally caused by bacteria, …

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Cholesteatoma

Overview Cholesteatoma is an abnormal non-cancerous skin growth or skin cyst that develops behind the …

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Hookworms

What exactly are Hookworms? Hookworms are parasitic nematodes (roundworms) that live in the intestine and …

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Inguinal Hernia

What is an inguinal hernia? A hernia is a common problem that especially affects elderly …

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Inner Knee Pain

Understanding the Knee The knee is a complex joint in the human body that connects …

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Chondromalacia

Overview Chondromalacia Patella is a condition of the knee, where the articular cartilage situated behind …

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Baby Acne

Understanding Baby Acne Is your newborn’s facial skin breaking into pimples? Pimples or acne often …

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

An overview Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease.  It is either caused by tubercle bacillus …

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Epididymitis

What is causing pain in the groin region? Inflammation of the epididymis, which is a …

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Mosquito Bites 

Why do mosquitoes bite? Mosquito bites are generally associated with inflammation and redness associated with …

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Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis

How is this rare skin disease caused? Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis (EV) is also called treeman syndrome …

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Lower Abdominal Pain 

What causes lower abdominal pain? The area between the chest and the pelvis is considered …

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Capgras Syndrome

Understanding Capgras Syndrome Capgras Syndrome is a rare mental health condition characterized by a distorted perception …

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Chest pain dangers

Chest Pain

Overview of the condition Chest pain is a common reason for people to visit their …

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Cherry Angioma

Understanding Cherry Angioma Cherry Angioma is small reddish bumps that occur on the skin. They …

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Charley Horse

Understanding Charley Horse The unbelievably common leg cramps people experience is medically termed as Charley …

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Cardiac Tamponade

Understanding Cardiac Tamponade Cardiac Tamponade or pericardial effusion is a condition that is caused by …

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Fifth disease 

Why do your cheeks look slapped? It is a viral illness that commonly affects children.  …

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Wolf spider bite

Wolf spider facts The moment the word spiders come to your mind, the first thing …

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Alexandria’s Genesis 

Fact Check It is a genetic mutation that was found in a girl named Alexandria.  …

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Akathisia

How and when is it caused? A state of motor restlessness or movement disorder with …

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Lupus Rash

How does lupus affect our body? A systemic autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system …

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Clostridium difficile infections

An overview A bacterium that affects the gastrointestinal system and considered the leading drug-resistant threat …

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Tongue cancer 

An overview A persistent lump of red or white patch on the tongue that does …

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Pituitary Gland Disorders

What does the pituitary gland do? It is a small organ situated at the bottom …

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Osteopenia

What is osteopenia? A medical condition where the density of the bone decreases is called …

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Poison sumac 

An overview A rare toxic tree from the genus Toxicodendron, which is closely related to …

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Humerus bone location

Humerus Bone Disorders

Humerus Bone:  An overview The long bone that connects the shoulder to the elbow is …

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High platelet count

What does a high platelet count mean? This can be termed as a condition where …

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Heel spurs

What is a heel spur? The calcaneus (the heel bone) is a large bone and …

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Pinworms

What are pinworms? Pinworms are plasticky, thread-like worms that live in the large intestine of …

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Panic Attack

What is a panic attack? A sudden terror that strikes one’s heart when there is …

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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever? RMSF (Rocky Mountain spotted fever) is a bacterial disease …

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Metabolic syndrome

What is metabolic syndrome? A group of risk factors that may increase the chances of …

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Erythema Multiforme

What is Erythema Multiforme? A group of hypersensitivity disorders is called erythema multiforme.  It affects …

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H. pylori Infections

Characteristics of an H. pylori Host Age-related Correlation The pathogen is generally acquired during the …

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Hangnails

Hangnails: All you need to know Hangnails are those irritating, jagged pieces of skin that …

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Blood blister

What is a blood blister? A blister containing blood in it is called blood blister.  …

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Balanitis

What is balanitis? Infection or inflammation of the glans of the penis is called balanitis.  …

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Bacterial Pneumonia

What is bacterial pneumonia? It is an inflammation of the lungs, which is caused by …

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Atelectasis

What is Atelectasis? It is the complete or partial collapse of a lung.  It is …

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Anaphylactic Shock

What is anaphylaxis? It is an allergic reaction that is severe and potentially life-threatening.  Anaphylactic …

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Pernicious anemia

Understanding Pernicious anemia Anemia is the decrease in the red blood cells in your body. …

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Wasp Sting

What are wasps? A wasp is a member of a group of insects in the …

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Sebaceous Cyst

What are sebaceous cysts? Sebaceous cysts are slightly hardened, fluid-filled bumps within the skin, which …

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Pellagra

What is pellagra? Pellagra is defined as a nutritional disorder which is caused by a …

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Deficiency & Developmental Disorders: A Complete Guide to Best Remedies

Nutritional Deficiency The cult of mass-produced processed food has now been identified as a major …

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Vital Organs & their diseases: A Complete Guide to Best Treatment and Remedies

Cardiovascular and circulatory Enlarged heart Symptoms Excessive thickening of cardiac muscles results in enlarged heart …

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Leaky Gut

What is leaky gut? Leaky gut is known as increased intestinal permeability.  It is a …

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Occupational Exposure & Lymphomas: A Complete Guide to Dangers & Remedies

What is occupational exposure? A person’s occupation or profession holds critical importance in his/her life. …

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Enlarged adenoids

What is an adenoid? Adenoid is also called as nasopharyngeal tonsil, which is a mass of …

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Poison oak rash

Poison oak

What is the poison oak? Poison oak is a plant species in the genus Toxicodendron.  Toxicodendron is a …

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Ménière’s Disease

The ear and your balance The inner ear has loop-shaped canals that contain fluid and …

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Molluscum contagiosum

What is Molluscum contagiosum? It is a skin infection caused by a virus named Molluscum …

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Typhus

What is Typhus? Vector-borne diseases are transmitted by insects or animals. They account for 17% …

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Walking Pneumonia

What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is known as an inflammation of the airways caused by a bacterial, …

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Short Breath

What is shortness of breath? Shortness of breath, which is also called dyspnea, is a …

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Infections symptoms

Deadly infections guide: Find the best & safest cures for them here

Is the fear of microbes justified? The most widespread infection in the world, transmitted by …

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Your Complete Guide to Preventing Birth Defects

What are birth defects? A birth defect or a congenital disorder is an abnormality in …

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Your complete guide to an improved and disease-free skin

 Skin is a reflection of your overall health Skin is not only the largest organ …

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Ketoacidosis

Understanding ketoacidosis Ketoacidosis is a condition where there is a high concentration of ketone bodies …

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Influenza A

What is flu? Flu is an infectious or a spreadable disease. It occurs very commonly …

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Crohn’s Disease

Understanding Crohn’s disease Crohn’s disease is a severe inflammation of the digestive system. There is …

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Blue Balls

What are blue balls? Blue balls are medically called epididymal hypertension (EH). Blue balls refer …

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Autonomic Dysreflexia

What is autonomic dysreflexia? Autonomic dysreflexia is a condition that crops up due to a …

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Maladaptive Daydreaming

What makes daydreaming a maladaptive activity? Daydreaming, in its most harmless form, is an activity …

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High Blood Pressure

Overview of high blood pressure Stress, environmental pollution, physiological factors and numerous other triggers stimulate …

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Food Poisoning

Overview of food poisoning Global mortality rates are exponentially increasing every year due to lack …

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fatty liver disease

Hyperlipidemia

Understanding hyperlipidemia It literally means abnormally high lipids in the bloodstream. Chemically speaking, lipids are …

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Breast Cancer

Overview of breast cancer Malignancies of any form arise within the body due to abnormal …

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Malaria

Overview of malaria The rise and spread of communicable diseases have posed a major threat …

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Typhoid

Overview of typhoid Pathogenic diseases are common in those parts of the world which are …

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Cold and Flu

Overview of cold and flu On a regular basis, people are unaware of cold and …

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Cancer

Overview of cancer Systemic diseases of different degrees are common in adults and children. In …

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Kidney Stones

Overview of kidney stones The National Institute of Health reports that nearly 15% of India’s …

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Emphysema

Emphysema – understanding the respiratory disease Emphysema is a type of COPD or Chronic Obstructive …

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Diabetes

Overview of diabetes Old age is associated with numerous pathological complications and diseases that disrupt …

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Cardiac Arrest

Overview The beating of the heart muscles is controlled by a series of electrical impulses. …

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Stroke

What is a stroke? Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disorders are major threats to healthy living. These …

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Arthritis

Overview of arthritis Every other person we daily come across is affected by some or …

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Asthma

Overview of asthma  Globally, asthma is prevalent in more than 200 million people. This has …

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Dengue Fever

Overview of dengue fever Pathogenic diseases are common in those parts of the world that …

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Substance Abuse

Overview of substance abuse The youth of the present generation are the easy targets of …

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Chicken Pox

Overview Infections mediated by virus or bacteria are usually contagious in nature. Despite appropriate vaccinations …

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Ear infections pain

Ear Infections

Overview of ear infections The ear is the most important sense organ which plays a …

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Hepatitis pain

Hepatitis

Overview of hepatitis Viral infections are extremely common in tropical and temperate regions of the …

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COPD-Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Understanding COPD COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease refers to a group of non-contagious progressive …

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Hypertension

Overview of hypertension Environmental stress factors combined with existing physiological conditions can lead to several …

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Depression

Overview of depression Mental health is an integral component of life. It is affected on …

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Colorectal Cancer

Overview Cancers can arise in practically any part of the body when cells begin to …

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Tuberculosis

Overview of Tuberculosis Pathogenic diseases are more prevalent in the countries having climatic conditions ideal …

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Pneumonia among children

Pneumonia

Pneumonia – a deadly disease In the recent years, viral and bacterial infections have become …

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Heart Diseases

Overview of heart diseases Premature death rate in India increased by 59% between the years …

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Obesity

Overview of obesity Obesity is a primary global concern at present, affecting children, teens, and …

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Prostate Cancer

Overview of Prostate Cancer The prostate gland is a small organ present below the bladder …

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ATHEROSCLEROSIS pain

Atherosclerosis

Overview The heart sends oxygenated blood to the various organs and tissues of the body …

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Pancreatic Cancer pain

Pancreatic Cancer

Overview of Pancreatic Cancer The pancreas is one of the most essential organs of the …

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Brain Diseases

Overview of brain diseases Disorders of the peripheral and central nervous system are very severe …

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GUM DISEASE swelling

Gum Disease

Overview Your mouth contains a soft tissue known as the gums or the gingiva which …

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Lung cancer

Lung Cancer

Overview of lung cancer Malignancy can arise due to more than one etiological factor and …

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Liver Failure

Overview of liver failure  The liver is one of the most vital organs of the …

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Liver Cancer

Overview of liver cancer Liver diseases have become a major threat to healthy living in …

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Alzheimer’s

Overview Old age is associated with many disorders. One such disorder where the memory and …

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Whooping Cough

Overview of a whooping cough Bacterial and other microbial infections may give rise to a …

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Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis

Overview of conjunctivitis Eye diseases can occur in any form due to multiple factors like …

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Bronchitis

Overview of bronchitis World Health Organisation’s recent reports reveal that countries having a tropical or …

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Anxiety and Panic

Overview of anxiety and panic From the moment we wake up, we are dragged half-willingly …

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Thyroid Disorders

Overview The thyroid gland is an essential part of the human body responsible for the …

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Blood Disorders

Blood Disorders

Overview Blood makes up about 7-8% of the body weight and is significant for the …

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Bipolar disorder

Overview of bipolar disorder The World Health Organization has recently reported that nearly 450 million …

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AIDS

Overview of AIDS Health organisations all over the world are bent upon curbing the “wildfire” …

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Liver Cirrhosis

Overview Like any other organ, the liver can fall prey to infection, inflammation or even …

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Diarrhea

Overview of diarrhea Gastrointestinal disorders are very common in low and middle-income countries which lack …

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Measles

Overview of measles Viral infections are very common in the tropics and the subtropics. These …

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Neonatal Jaundice

Overview of neonatal jaundice The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has estimated that …

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Trypophobia

Understanding trypophobia Technically speaking, a phobia is an excessive, unconscious, and persistent fear that constantly …

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Sleep Disorders

Introduction to sleep disorders  Sleep disorders are very common after a certain age. But one would …

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Lung Diseases

Overview of lung diseases Lung diseases also referred to as respiratory tract diseases are one …

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Oral Leukoplakia

Overview of oral leukoplakia Oral diseases are very common in all age groups and genders. …

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Athlete’s Foot

Overview Athlete’s foot is a very commonly experienced fungal infection and is said to affect …

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Tongue Diseases

Overview of tongue diseases Oral health is a matter of crucial importance in our daily …

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Vitamins – Deficiency & Excess

Overview Vitamins are essential ingredients for a healthy life. Deficiency of these elements can lead to …

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Excretory issues

Excretory System Diseases

Overview of excretory system diseases The excretory system is one of the major functional units …

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Overview Loss of sensory function can occur in a number of ways but the direct …

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Blue Waffle Disease

Blue Waffle Disease – An overview Much similar to the vaginitis, the Blue Waffle Disease …

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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Overview Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. Of its four main types, Acute …

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Dizziness senior man

Dizziness

Overview of dizziness Vestibular disorders are becoming common in all age groups worldwide. Epidemiological studies …

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Vaccines child

Vaccines

Overview of vaccines Numerous diseases can impact health and lifestyle at any point in time …

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Juvenile Diabetes

Overview In the recent years, children and teens have been suffering from various diseases that …

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Burkitt lymphoma cancer

Burkitt Lymphoma

Overview Burkitt lymphoma is a notoriously aggressive cancer of the lymphatic system. In fact, it …

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Morning sickness aversion

Morning Sickness

Overview Pregnancy, in most cases, is accompanied by associated clinical complications which normally stop after …

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Female Pattern Baldness

Overview of female pattern baldness Hair loss is a regular phenomenon for women and can …

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Meningitis neck pain

Meningitis

Overview Bacterial and viral infections are becoming widespread in the tropical and subtropical regions of …

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Dental care brushing

Dental Care

Overview of dental care Oral health forms the basis of a healthy life. Proper hygiene …

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Insect bites mosquitos

Insect Bites

Overview Allergic reactions vary from person to person. It might be very severe in few …

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Memory loss woman

Memory Loss

Overview Aging is normally associated with numerous physiological and psychological complications. One common problem observed …

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Growing Pains girl

Growing Pains

Overview of growing pains The years of growth of a child are marked by distinct …

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Hematuria kidney

Hematuria

Overview of Hematuria Diseases due to kidney malfunctions are becoming very common especially in the …

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Overview Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopment disorder that typically develops during …

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Heat rashes

Heat Rash

Overview  of heat rash The steady progress of global warming is giving rise to numerous …

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Cold sores woman

Cold Sores

Overview of cold sores Viral and bacterial infections give rise to numerous complications in the human …

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Muscle pain woman

Muscle pain

Overview of muscle pain Overstress and strain affect half the population in recent times and …

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Menopause hot flashes

Menopause

Overview Women’s health is a matter of primary concern in today’s world and the health …

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Mumps test

Mumps

Overview of Mumps Viral infection rates are steadily increasing on a global scale due to …

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Angina patient

Angina

Overview Coronary heart disease is the most common heart disease whose most common symptom is …

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Age-Related Macular Degeneration man

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Overview Age-Related Macular Degeneration, AMD, is a retinal disease that is chiefly responsible for irreversible blindness …

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Urinary Tract Infections test

Urinary Tract Infections

Overview Kidney disorders, renal dysfunctions, and associated urinary ailments give rise to numerous pathological complications …

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Dehydration man

Dehydration

Overview of dehydration Water is the most essential element which forms about 70% of body …

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Dry skin aging

Dry skin

Overview of dry skin Different parts of the body get adversely affected due to seasonal …

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Acute Renal Failure dialysis

Acute Renal Failure

Overview of acute renal failure Acute Renal Failure (ARF) is a frequent fallout of critical …

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Ankle Osteoarthritis pain

Ankle Osteoarthritis

Overview The ankle joint is the most commonly injured joint in the body and experiences …

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Binge Eating Disorder man

Binge Eating Disorder

Overview Everyone overindulges eating from time to time, be it a special occasion, a favorite …

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Avian Flu mask

Avian Flu

Overview Avian means bird and avian flu is caused by avian influenza Type A viruses. …

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Adhd kid

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children

Overview Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disease that influences the behavior and mental …

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Ovarian cancer teal ribbon

Ovarian Cancer

Overview The ovary is a very important part of the reproductive system and is directly …

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Heat exhaustion sweating

Heat Exhaustion

Overview of heat exhaustion In the recent years, global warming and ozone depletion have steadily …

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Constipation woman

Constipation

Overview of constipation Proper bowel movements are critical for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Abnormalities in …

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Blood clots bruises

Blood Clots

Overview of blood clots On a daily basis, a blood clot is a common phenomenon …

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Bloating stomach

Bloating

Overview of bloating Physiological complications of the gastrointestinal tract may give rise to associated disorders. …

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Varicose veins legs

Varicose Veins

Overview Vascular disorders have become a global health concern at present, mainly affecting people above …

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Arrhythmia patient

Arrhythmia

Overview of arrhythmia The normal heart beats 60-80 times per minute. When there is a …

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Rheumatoid Arthritis woman

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Overview Several diseases of the joints and bones occur at the onset of old age …

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Bruises

Bruises

Overview Mechanical and traumatic injuries are very common in daily life. They can lead to …

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Metabolic disorders weight gain

Metabolic Disorders

Overview The global burden of non-communicable diseases is very high at present. The most common …

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Joint damage wrist

Joint Damage

Overview of joint damage Degeneration of musculoskeletal structures is a common occurrence at the onset …

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hair lice itching

Head Lice

Overview of head lice Infections caused by microbial pathogens are common in both children and …

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Skin problems types

Skin Problems

Overview Environmental factors combined with numerous physiological conditions may give rise to numerous complications in …

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Pelvic Pain area

Pelvic Pain

Overview of pelvic pain Pelvic pain conditions become very common in women after a certain …

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LDL cholesterol foods

LDL Cholesterol

Overview of LDL  cholesterol Cholesterol is an essential component of the human body which helps …

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Laryngitis check up

Laryngitis

Overview The larynx is a very essential organ of the body which contains all the …

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Kidney failure

Kidney Failure

Overview Kidney diseases, urinary tract infections, and renal dysfunctions have become a common occurrence in …

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Internal bleeding brain

Internal Bleeding

Overview Bleeding, be it internal or external is harmful to the human body since a …

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Tennis Elbow patient

Tennis Elbow

Overview of tennis elbow Joint damages and joint pains become very common after a certain …

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Hives allergies

Hives

Overview of hives Skin diseases are very common in the low and middle-income countries lacking …

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Parkinson’s disease hands

Parkinson’s Disease

Overview of Parkinson’s Disease Neurological disorders become very prominent after a certain age, mainly above …

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Osteoporosis wrist fracture

Osteoporosis

Overview of osteoporosis Musculoskeletal diseases result from bone deformities and other physiological factors that are …

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Osteoarthritis knee

Osteoarthritis

Overview of osteoarthritis Degeneration of bones, cartilages, and joints occurs at the onset of old …

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Melanoma diagnosis

Melanoma

Overview of melanoma Skin diseases have become very common in those countries having adverse climatic conditions. …

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Skin tags

Skin Tags

Overview of skin tags Aging is associated with several skin ailments which are in many …

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Spinal fracture injury

Spinal Fracture

Overview of spinal fracture The spinal cord is a very essential part of the body …

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Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia

Overview of schizophrenia Mental illnesses may arise from multiple factors. In today’s world full of …

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Skin problems in children _ allergies

Skin Problems in Children

Overview of skin problems in children Increased levels of pollution and growth of microbial pathogens …

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Infections patient

Infections

Overview of infections  Infections of bacterial, viral or fungal origin are very common in the …

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Yellow fever mosquito

Yellow Fever

Overview Diseases due to bacterial and viral pathogens are common in the temperate, tropical and …

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Wisdom teeth model

Wisdom Teeth

Overview of wisdom teeth Oral health is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Negligence of …

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Weight loss man

Weight Loss

Overview of weight loss Weight management programs have gained momentum in the recent years. The …

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Testicular cancer man

Testicular Cancer

Overview of testicular cancer Testicles or testes are integral parts of the male reproductive system …

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Summer skin hazards sunburn

Summer Skin Hazards

Overview of summer skin hazards Inhabitants of tropics, subtropics, humid and arid regions are subjected …

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Bad breath woman

Bad Breath

Overview Deterioration of oral health may result from various factors. According to the statistical reports …

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FIBROIDS uterine

Fibroids

Overview  Fibroids are benign tumors arising in the wall of the uterus. It is common …

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MAD COW DISEASE

Mad Cow Disease

Overview A small number of illnesses in humans are caused by pathogenic agents known as prions. …

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Paragonimiasis Bloody diarrhea

Paragonimiasis

Overview Care should always be taken to cook meat properly before consumption since it could …

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Cervical dysplasia (HPV)

Cervical Dysplasia

Overview of cervical dysplasia The cervix is an integral part of a woman’s reproductive system. …

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Foot problems lady

Foot Problems

Overview A large percentage of the global population suffers from foot problems of some form …

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POISON IVY rashes

Poison Ivy

Overview Plants contain a wide variety of chemical substances. Some, such as dyes and oils …

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septic wound

Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)

Introduction Protecting the internal organs and tissues from the invasion of pathogens and toxic substances …

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Childhood Leukaemia mask

Childhood Leukemia

Overview of childhood leukemia Children, in general, are susceptible to numerous diseases that arise from …

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LACTOSE INTOLERANCE milk

Lactose Intolerance

Overview Milk and milk products form an important part of the daily diet in several …

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THROMBOCYTOPENIA purpura

Thrombocytopenia

What are Platelets? Although we do not normally think of blood as a form of …

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Connective tissues arthitis

Connective Tissue Diseases

What are the Connective Tissues? There are several types of tissue in the human body …

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SLEEP APNEA man

Sleep Apnea

Overview Breathing is an involuntary function. In other words, we do not have to make …

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Gastric stomach pain

Gas

Overview A large percentage of the global population suffers from functional gastrointestinal disorders. Several physiological …

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subdural hematoma brain

Subdural Hematoma

Overview Motorcycle accidents, contact sports, falls or violent attacks are all scenarios in which head …

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PTERYGIUM (SURFER'S EYE) redness

Pterygium (Surfer’s Eye)

Overview The conjunctiva is a thin film of the vascularised mucous membrane that forms a …

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VAGINAL DISCHARGE patient

Vaginal Discharge

What is Abnormal Vaginal Discharge? The vagina is often referred to as a self-regulating and …

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OVERACTIVE BLADDER toilet

Overactive Bladder

Overview The mechanism of urination is complex and involves multiple processes and intricate coordination between …

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JOCK ITCH

Jock Itch

Overview The skin is the body’s outermost line of defense. It has many roles to …

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SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER

Sensory Processing Disorder

What is Sensory Integration? Humans require sensory input in order to understand and navigate their …

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CHOLERA pain

Cholera

What is Cholera? Cholera is a potentially life-threatening and highly virulent waterborne disease caused by …

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COLON POLYPS pain

Colon Polyps

What are Polyps? Polyps are abnormal growths that can appear in several different parts of …

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MISSED PERIOD

Missed Period

Introduction In women of reproductive age, the ovaries take turns month after month to release …

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SHINGLES (HERPES ZOSTER)

Shingles (Herpes Zoster)

Overview Humans frequently come into contact with viruses. Not all viruses are necessarily capable of …

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HOT FLASHES woamn

Hot Flashes

Overview For most women, the term ‘hot flashes’ is synonymous with menopause. This is accurate …

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ENLARGED PROSTATE diagnosis

Enlarged Prostate

Overview The prostate gland is an important part of the male reproductive system. Its function …

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mitral valve prolapse

Mitral Valve Prolapse

Overview The mitral valve guards the opening through which blood flows from the upper left …

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NEUROPATHY diabetic foot

Neuropathy

Overview The nervous system is vital to the normal functioning of the body. Sensory nerves …

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PRECANCEROUS SKIN LESIONS diagnosis

Pre-cancerous Skin Lesions

What are Pre-cancerous Skin Lesions? Certain diseases or syndromes may be benign but, if left …

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Swollen feet

Swollen Feet

Overview Foot problems are common in both men and women after a certain age. The …

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FOOT DROP treatment

Foot Drop

Overview Although we do not normally realize it, walking is a complex operation involving multiple …

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FACIAL HAIR woman

Facial Hair

Overview The growth of facial hair in the form of mustaches and beards is a …

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STAPH INFECTION stitches

Staph Infection

Overview ‘Staph’ is the shortened term for the genus of bacterium known as Staphylococcus. This …

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porphyria nervous system dysfunction

Porphyria

Overview The term ‘porphyria’ collectively refers to a group of medical conditions that involve the …

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PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS)

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Overview Nearly every woman experiences premenstrual syndrome or PMS in some form or the other. …

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URETHRITIS pain

Urethritis

What is the Urethra? The urinary bladder is the organ that stores urine until it …

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PERIMENOPAUSE hot flashes

Perimenopause

Overview Unlike men, women are fertile and capable of reproducing only during a certain period …

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Quadriplegia

Overview Paralysis can take many forms. It may be partial or total. It may be …

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NURSEMAID'S ELBOW child

Nursemaid’s Elbow

Overview In young children, the bones and joints are still undergoing development and have not …

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CELIAC DISEASE

Celiac Disease

Overview Gluten is a kind of naturally occurring protein that is found in wheat, barley, …

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PSORIASIS itching

Psoriasis

Overview Psoriasis is a common skin disorder thought to be caused by an erratic immune …

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ACUTE MYELOID LEUKEMIA

Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Overview Normally, the production of blood cells in the bone marrow is a well-regulated process. …

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ENDOCRINE SYSTEM DISORDERS diagnosis

Endocrine System Disorders

What is the Endocrine System? The main function of the endocrine system is the secretion …

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dwarfism short stature

Dwarfism

What is Dwarfism? Dwarfism is another name for a condition that causes a person to …

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ACL INJURY

ACL Injury

Overview Vigorous physical activity such as exercise or playing a sport can often lead to …

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FIBROMYALGIA pain

Fibromyalgia

Overview Fibromyalgia is a disorder primarily characterized by chronic muscle soreness and aches throughout the …

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GERD acid reflux

Acid Reflux & G.E.R.D.

Overview Acid reflux often referred to as ‘acid indigestion’ is a common condition that affects …

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GRAVE'S DISEASE puffy eyes

Grave’s Disease

Overview The thyroid is a gland located in the neck. Its function is to secrete …

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Rosacea skin

Rosacea

Overview Rosacea is a skin disorder that produces unsightly patches of inflammation and acne-like breakouts …

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GESTATIONAL DIABETES

Gestational Diabetes

Overview Diabetes is a medical condition in which the patient has elevated levels of glucose …

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BRAIN CANCER diagnosis

Brain Cancer

What are Brain Tumors? The central nervous system, in other words, the brain, and spinal …

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mononucleosis check-up

Mono In Teens

What Is Mono? Mononucleosis is a common disease across the world. It is usually caused …

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LUPUS rashes

Lupus

Overview Our immune systems defend our bodies against a variety of allergens and pathogens such …

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WEST NILE DISEASE mosquito

West Nile Disease

Overview Mosquitoes are notorious for transmitting a number of serious infectious diseases to humans. These …

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PSEUDOCYST pain

Pseudocyst

Overview There are several types of abnormal growths that can arise in the body. Cancerous …

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GAUCHER DISEASE abdomen

Gaucher Disease

Overview Lysosomal storage disorders are characterized by the absence or deficit of enzymes required for …

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Hyperkalemia Muscle fatigue

Hyperkalemia

Overview The human body requires potassium in order to perform many of its vital functions. …

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NEUTROPENIA abscess

Neutropenia

Overview There are many different types of cells in the blood. Each type performs a …

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ENDOMETRIOSIS pain

Endometriosis

Overview Endometriosis is a common gynecological problem and it is one of the major causes …

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DIVERTICULITIS pain

Diverticulitis

Overview A diverticulum is a small balloon-like protrusion extending outward from the walls of the …

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OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA snoring

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Overview We often underestimate the importance of restful sleep for maintaining good health and mental …

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MORGELLONS itching

Morgellons

Overview Certain illnesses are rather mysterious in the sense that it is not clear whether …

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ADENOIDITIS location

Adenoiditis

Overview The upper respiratory tract is highly prone to infection because of constant exposure to …

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AVASCULAR NECROSIS knee

Avascular Necrosis

Overview Sometimes, and for a variety of reasons, a section of bone can lose its …

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Myositis muscle weakness

Myositis

Overview A myopathy is any disease that directly affects the muscles. Inflammatory myopathies are muscle …

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Cushing syndrome fat

Moon Facies ( Cushing Syndrome)

Overview Accumulation of fat in the facial region can give the face a rounded moon-like …

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ATRIAL FIBRILLATION pain

Atrial Fibrillation

Overview A healthy heart has a clear, regular beating rhythm. It contracts and relaxes alternately …

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CHLAMYDIA man

Chlamydia

Overview Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases worldwide. However, it is …

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Apert syndrome

Apert Syndrome

Overview Apert syndrome is a congenital disorder identifiable by birth defects such as an abnormal …

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BRUCELLOSIS milk

Brucellosis

Overview Brucellosis is a  disease that is humans acquire through contact with animals such as …

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ANOREXIA NERVOSA

Anorexia Nervosa

Overview In recent times, eating disorders have become alarmingly common and this trend has generally …

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Brain Eating Amoeba nose

Brain-Eating Amoeba (Naegleriasis)

Overview Naegleria fowleri is a species of amoeba that is notorious for its ability to …

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BLADDER CANCER

Bladder Cancer

Overview Several types of tumors are known to develop in the urinary bladder. Some of …

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LYME DISEASE ticks

Lyme Disease

Overview Humans acquire certain infectious diseases from animals. This process may occur through direct contact …

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BONE SPURS pain

Bone Spurs

Overview When, due to stress, aging or injury, the connective tissues associated with the skeletal …

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ANAL ABSCESS pain

Anal Abscess

Overview Since the anus is one of the orifices of the body communicating directly with …

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MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS wheelchair

Multiple Sclerosis

Overview Multiple sclerosis is a potentially debilitating disease that directly affects the brain and spinal …

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AMYLOIDOSIS breathless

Amyloidosis

Overview Amyloidosis is a rare disorder that involves the abnormal accumulation of a substance known …

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AVOIDANT PERSONALITY DISORDER

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Overview The social and emotional dimensions of human existence form a highly complex web that …

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PLEURISY lungs

Pleurisy

Overview Pleurisy is a fairly common condition in which the pleural membranes surrounding the lungs …

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CAVERNOUS SINUS THROMBOSIS eyes

Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis

Overview Thrombosis involves the formation of a clot within a blood vessel. When the clot …

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CANKER SORES

Canker Sores (Apthous Stomatitis)

Overview Most people have, at some time in their lives, developed canker sores or mouth …

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BURSITIS knee

Bursitis

Overview The movement of joints is complex and is made possible by cooperation and coordination …

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NON-ALLERGIC RHINITIS

Non-Allergic Rhinitis

Overview Most of us have experienced episodes of runny noses and sneezing. This condition is …

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Hodgkin's disease tumor

Hodgkin’s Disease

Overview Hodgkin’s disease is a blood cancer that arises as a result of the uncontrolled …

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EYE TWITCHING pain

Eye Twitching

Overview Some people have obvious nervous tics. Others may have less noticeable ones. Twitching of …

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BOWEL INCONTINENCE problem

Bowel Incontinence

Overview of bowel incontinence The gastrointestinal tract is an integral part of the human body …

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Viral gastroenteritis contamination

Viral Gastroenteritis

Overview of viral gastroenteritis Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract are prevalent in low and middle-income …

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Vaginitis pain

Vaginitis

Overview of vaginitis Sexually transmitted diseases have become prevalent among people engaged in unprotected sexual …

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MULTIPLE MYELOMA backpain

Multiple Myeloma

Overview Cancer is any condition involving the uncontrolled growth of cells to such an extent …

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RHABDOMYOLYSIS muscle cramps

Rhabdomyolysis

Overview Rhabdomyolysis is a potentially life-threatening condition that is brought about by the rapid breakdown …

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RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME

Restless Leg Syndrome

Overview Some people experience strange sensations such as numbness and tingling in the legs which …

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PLANTAR WARTS

Plantar Warts

Overview Warts are benign, rough growths that appear on the skin as a result of …

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MYELODYSPLASTIC SYNDROMES bruising

Myelodysplastic Syndromes

Overview Inside the rigid outer layer of certain bones is a mass of spongy tissue …

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POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Overview Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common gynecological disorder that has been on the rise …

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GENITAL HERPES itching

Genital Warts (HPV)

Overview A number of diseases can be contracted by means of sexually transmitted infections. These …

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CHRONIC LYMPHOCYTIC LEUKEMIA lymph

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Overview Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a form of blood cancer that affects a certain type …

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URINARY INCONTINENCE

Urinary Incontinence In Women

Overview Sometimes a person experiences accidental voiding of the bladder because of the inability to …

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GENITAL WARTS

Genital Herpes

Overview Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD). The agent responsible for it …

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Viral meningitis pain

Viral Meningitis

Overview of viral meningitis Viral infections are very common in the tropics and sub-tropics. They …

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Painful urination bladder

Painful Urination

Overview Genitourinary problems become more common after a certain age. These diseases mainly arise from …

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Night Eating Syndrome

What is night eating syndrome? Stunkard et al coined the term “Night eating syndrome” in …

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Pain management spine

Pain Management

Overview of pain management Daily stress, diseases, environmental and psychological factors can collectively give rise …

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease pain

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Overview Unhealthy sexual habits combined with several other pathogenic factors can cause numerous diseases in …

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Congenital glaucoma diagnosis

Congenital Glaucoma

Overview of congenital glaucoma Eye problems are common in children. They may arise from nutritional …

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Rotator cuff location

Rotator Cuff Disorders

Overview of rotator cuff disorders The World Health Organisation (WHO) reveals that nearly 50% of …

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Seasonal affective disorder

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Overview Season changes and climatic variations induce several changes in the human body. The psychological …

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Scalp psoriasis ointmnet

Scalp Psoriasis

Overview of scalp psoriasis Skin infections are very common in people living in unhygienic environment. …

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Shin splints pain

Shin Splints

Overview of shin splints The global estimates of the World Health Organization (WHO) suggest that …

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Snapping hip syndrome

Snapping Hip Syndrome

Overview of snapping hip syndrome A vast majority of the professional athletes, swimmers and dancers …

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Strep throat pain

Strep Throat

Overview of strep throat Viral and bacterial infections are very common in the tropical and …

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Stye swelling

Stye

Overview of stye Eye infections are common in people living in poor hygiene conditions. People …

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Syphilis sores

Syphilis

Overview of Syphilis Sexual health is an integral component of life. A number of diseases …

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Tendinitis elbow

Tendinitis

Overview of Tendinitis Overuse injuries are common among professional athletes. According to one recent statistics, …

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Temper tantrum child

Temper Tantrum

Overview of temper tantrum A number of behavioral changes occur in the developing years of …

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Blindness braille

Blindness

Overview of blindness The World Health Organisation (WHO) has estimated that around 39 million people …

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Thyroid nodules location

Thyroid Nodules

Overview of thyroid nodules The thyroid gland is one of the vital organs of the …

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Transient Ischemic Attack headache

Transient Ischemic Attack

Overview of transient ischemic attack (TIA) Cardiovascular disorders, combined with the disorders of the central …

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Tick bites skin penetrate

Tick Bites

Overview of tick bites Incidences of bites by ticks are common in the tropical and …

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Ulcerative Colitis

Overview of ulcerative colitis Inflammatory bowel diseases are becoming increasingly common throughout the world. They …

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Anencephaly

Overview of Anencephaly Neurological disorders mainly encompass the disorders pertaining to the central and the …

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Nail Fungus

Overview Fungal infections affect inhabitants of different parts of the world, especially the ones living …

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Headache

Overview of headache The fast-paced competitive world we inhabit is constantly injecting few of its …

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Aging process

Aging

Overview of aging The long-lived myth related to aging is now over. Aging is no …

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Infertility

Overview of infertility Reproduction is a very important stage in the life of a human …

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Ingrown Hair

Overview of ingrown hair People habituated to shaving, waxing or using tweezers on a regular …

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Kidney cysts pain

Kidney Cysts

Overview Kidneys are the organs of the human body which are essential for sustaining life. …

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Juvenile Macular Degeneration

Juvenile Macular Degeneration

Overview of Juvenile Macular Degeneration Genetic disorders are responsible for a number of diseases in …

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Acne pus

Acne

A brief about acne Living without skin ailments has become a major challenge today. The queue …

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Burns

Overview of burns Numerous cases of burn injuries due to accidental or non-accidental circumstances are …

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Alcohol abuse

Overview of alcohol abuse Addictions in more than one way are devouring the world. The …

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Anemia

Overview of Anemia  The prevalence of anemia is the highest in India. At present nearly …

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Hypothermia man

Hypothermia

Overview of hypothermia Regulation of body temperature is essential for the existence and survival of …

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Congestive Heart Failure man

Congestive Heart Failure

Overview of congestive heart failure Incidences of cardiovascular diseases are on a steady rise. These …

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Epilepsy

Overview of epilepsy The peripheral and the central nervous system are the controlling centers of …

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Overview The gastrointestinal tract performs a number of vital functions in the human body. People …

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Allergies

Overview of allergies One out of every five people around us is a victim of …

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Enlarged Liver

Overview of enlarged liver The liver is the largest internal organ of the human body. …

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Cataracts

Overview of cataracts Eyes are the primary connectors between an individual and the vast outer …

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Immune System Disorders

Overview of immune system disorders The primary responsibility of the immune system is to protect …

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Skin Rashes

Overview of skin rashes Environmental pollution, microbial infections, stress and numerous other factors may contribute …

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Autism

Overview of autism People belonging to different age groups exhibit diverse social and behavioral patterns. …

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Smallpox

Overview of smallpox A few microbial diseases used to be a major threat in the …

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Cough child

Coughs

Overview of coughs The human body gets infected with several germs and diseases which manifest …

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Sore throat man

Sore Throat

Overview of sore throat Bacterial and viral infections can severely impact several parts of the …

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Snoring

Overview of snoring Different types of sleep disorders are observed in both children and adults. …

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Neck Pain

Overview of neck pain Musculoskeletal problems become very common after a certain age in both …

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Stomach flu child

Stomach Flu

Overview of stomach flu Gastrointestinal disorders are commonly observed in the inhabitants of undeveloped countries …

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Stress professional

Stress

Overview of stress The complexities of daily life can predispose a normal healthy person to …

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Sunburn child

Sunburn

Overview of sunburn The steady progress of global warming and ozone depletion is giving rise …

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Teething

Overview of teething There are several milestones in the growing years of a child. These …

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Benign Tumours

Overview of benign tumors Abnormal tissue growth is observed in many people. These are known …

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Vertigo

Overview of vertigo Vestibular disorders have become a major global health concern at present. Epidemiological …

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Eating Disorders

What are eating disorders? Eating disorders refer to a group of complex diseases where a …

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Insulin Resistance

Overview of insulin resistance A recent statistic says that around 50% of India’s current population …

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Spider Bites

Overview of spider bites Insect bite incidences have always been common in tropical, subtropical, humid …

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Ringworm wrist

Ringworm

Overview of ringworm infection Infections of fungal origin are very common in tropical and temperate …

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Menstruation

Overview of menstruation Hormonal changes occur within the female body from the beginning of puberty. …

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Hernia protrusion

Hernia

Overview of Hernia Environmental stress factors combined with regular lifestyle trends and certain existing diseases …

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Bone tumor gout

Bone tumor

Overview of bone tumor A tumor can affect any part of the body and the …

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ANTHRAX mask

Anthrax

What is Anthrax? Anthrax is a rare and potentially fatal infectious disease. The pathogen responsible …

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BED WETTING IN CHILDREN

Bed Wetting In Children

Overview The urinary bladder is a hollow organ that collects urine produced by the kidneys. …

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Insomnia issue

Insomnia

Overview Increased stress, pollution, and other etiological factors are disrupting normal lifestyle, predisposing individuals to …

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Kidney infections pain

Kidney Infections

Overview Unhygienic lifestyle trends and unhealthy dietary patterns, combined with environmental and physiological factors can …

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CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE diagnosis

Coronary Artery Disease

Overview The heart ensures that blood circulates throughout your body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to …

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Lice infection child

Lice Infection

Overview of lice infection Microbial infections have become very common in the recent years. Out …

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Spine curvature disorders

Spine Curvature Disorders

Overview of spine curvature disorders The vertebral column is the most essential structure of a …

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CAVITIES child

Cavities

Overview Oral disease can be of many different types. For instance, it may affect the …

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Fatigue and stres

Fatigue

Overview of fatigue Environmental stress factors and a few medical conditions may give rise to …

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Appendicitis pain

Appendicitis

Overview of appendicitis In 90% of cases, abdominal pains are attributed to digestive disorders. But …

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Hair Loss

Overview of hair loss On a regular basis, we are subjected to innumerable harmful environmental …

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BIRTH ASPHYXIA c-section

Birth Asphyxia

Overview Childbirth is a complex and delicate process. It is subject to numerous intrinsic and …

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FROSTBITE child

Frostbite

Overview The human body can be adversely affected by exposure to extreme temperatures and environments. …

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Bradycardia

Overview The beating of your heart is regulated by a series of electrical impulses. The …

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BOTULISM botox

Botulism

Overview Improper cooking, handling or storage of food can become the cause for a variety …

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DEVIATED SEPTUM surgery

Deviated Septum

Overview The term ‘septum’ refers to a partition. In humans, the nasal cavity is split …

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Down syndrome child

Down syndrome

Overview of Down syndrome The rate of growth of genetic diseases has been very alarming …

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ASBESTOSIS gas mask

Asbestosis

Overview An occupational hazard is a risk that a worker in a certain industry or …

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ANAPHYLAXIS reaction

Anaphylaxis

Overview An allergy is an immune response that your body creates when exposed to certain …

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ANHIDROSIS body heat

Anhidrosis

Why Do We Sweat? Sweat can be uncomfortable, unsightly and embarrassing. However, it performs some …

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ASPERGILLOMA fungus ball

Aspergilloma

Overview The genus Aspergillus consists of hundreds of members of fungi. These are commonly referred …

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CARDIAC TAMPONADE pain

Cardiac Tamponade

Overview The pericardium is a double-walled sac that forms a protective sheath around the heart. …

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HICCUPS in toddlers

Hiccups

What Are Hiccups? We are all familiar with hiccups. When we experience an attack of …

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BRONCHIECTASIS child

Bronchiectasis

Introduction When you breathe in, air is drawn through your nostrils into your lungs through …

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LEPROSY patients

Leprosy

What Is Leprosy? Leprosy is a chronic and progressive infectious ailment that mainly targets the …

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Albinism adult

Albinism

Overview of albinism Skin ailments are very common in all age groups and ethnic groups …

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EMPYEMA child

Empyema

Introduction Formation of pus indicates the presence of an infection, often bacterial in origin. Pus …

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ECTOPIC PREGNANCY pain

Ectopic Pregnancy

How Does Pregnancy Normally Occur? In order for a woman to become pregnant, at least …

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BERIBERI spots

Beriberi

Overview Vitamins are essential nutrients that our bodies need in order to remain healthy and …

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ACUTE PERICARDITIS pain

Acute Pericarditis

Overview The human heart is enveloped by a set of membranes together known as the …

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LISP disorder

Lisp

Overview Among humans, speech and spoken language are the powerful and effective tools of communication. …

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CAT-SCRATCH DISEASE

Cat-Scratch Disease

Overview Humans can acquire a variety of infectious diseases from animals. This includes not only …

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Throat Cancer

Overview of throat cancer Throat cancer is very common in people habituated to unhealthy lifestyles …

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ACTINIC KERATOSIS and cancer

Actinic Keratosis

Overview It is important to ensure that you catch some amount of sunlight every day. …

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DIPLOPIA vision disorder

Diplopia

Overview Have you ever had a sensation of seeing double? Sometimes, this can happen to …

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Cerebral cavernoma seizures

Cerebral Cavernoma

What Is A Cavernoma? What Does It Look Like? A cavernoma or cavernous malformation is …

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TRICHOMONIASIS pain

Trichomoniasis

What Is A Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)? Certain parasites, bacteria or viruses can be transmitted …

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MYOPIA child

Myopia

What Is A Refractive Error? The human eye works like a camera. It bears a …

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Cervicitis pain

Cervicitis

Overview The term ‘cervix’ refers to a neck. In a woman’s body, the uterine cervix …

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NARCOLEPSY driving accident

Narcolepsy

Introduction Unlike what most of us may believe, our brains do not merely ‘switch off’ …

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ADDISON'S DISEASE skin

Addison’s Disease

Introduction The adrenal glands are a pair of glands located on top of the kidneys, …

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AORTIC DISSECTION chest pain

Aortic Dissection

What Is The Aorta? The aorta is the largest and most important artery in the …

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CERVICAL POLYPS pain

Cervical Polyps

What Are Polyps? Polyps are abnormal fleshy tumors that can arise within hollow organs such …

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Gonorrhea man

Gonorrhoea

Overview of Gonorrhoea The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently presented a statistics that shows that …

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Skin irritation

Overview of skin irritation The scenario of skin diseases and infections is very grave in …

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Proctitis pain

Proctitis

Overview of Proctitis Rectal diseases are generally very serious and can give rise to bowel …

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Urinary Problems incontinence

Urinary Problems

Overview of urinary problems In a survey conducted by WaterAid in 2017, it was found …

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Hypotension woman

Hypotension

Overview of hypotension Blood pressure is an important parameter that determines the overall health of …

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COLD INTOLERANCE woman

Cold Intolerance

Overview How does the human body respond to variations in temperature? Especially when the outside …

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EYE FATIGUE

Eye Fatigue

Overview Eyestrain or eye fatigue is a very common condition, especially in today’s times when …

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Acoustic Neuroma pain

Acoustic Neuroma

Overview Brain tumors are not always life-threatening or cancerous. An acoustic neuroma is a kind …

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Meningioma brain

Meningioma

Overview The brain and spinal cord are enveloped by three layers of protective tissue known …

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PHLEBITIS knees

Phlebitis

Introduction Sometimes, blood vessels can become inflamed. This condition is known as vasculitis. It causes …

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Dry mouth lips

Dry Mouth

Overview If you are generally healthy, you will notice that your mouth is normally moist …

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Hydrocele

What Is Hydrocele? Sometimes, there is an abnormal accumulation of fluid within the scrotum. Normally, …

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