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Itchy Skin
Itchy skin is a complex health condition which may require treatment on long-term basis Pruritus or itchy skin may occur due to rash or another skin condition. It may represent an underlying disease or serious condition viz. liver disease or kidney failure. Itchy skin...
Mittelschmerz
1. Understanding Mittelschmerz Pain 2. Causes of Mittelschmerz Syndrome 3. Mittelschmerz Symptoms and Signs 4. Risks And Complications of Mittelschmerz 5. Diagnosing Mittelschmerz 6. Ovulation Pain Treatments 7. When To Seek Medical Advice for Abdominal Pain during...
Cystic Fibrosis
People with cystic fibrosis experience a build-up of thick sticky mucus in the lungs, digestive system and other organs Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease marked by lung infections. A defective gene causes the build-up of mucus in the lungs, pancreas and other...
Chronic Constipation
If your bowel movements are difficult or happen less often than normal, it may be a sign of chronic constipation Chronic constipation is a condition marked by irregular bowel movement and difficulty in passage of stools. If there are three or fewer bowel movements in...
Lactose Intolerance
Are you feeling sick every time you have milk, ice cream...? Lactose intolerance is a condition where the affected loses the ability to digest lactose (sugar) in milk. The fall-out of this condition is evident as diarrhea, gas and bloating. Lactase, an enzyme produced...
Zika Virus
The symptoms of zika virus are similar to other arbovirus infections such as dengue. Zika or Zee-ka is a mosquito borne viral disease. It is prevalent in the tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. The symptoms of Zika virus include mild fever, rash, muscle...
Infective Conjunctivitis
Infective conjunctivitis or pink eye is caused by a bacteria or virus Infective conjunctivitis or pink eye is an infection of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva). The conjunctiva covers the white part of the eyeball, when infected by bacteria or virus it turns red...
Ectopic Pregnancy
Early signs and symptoms of ectopic pregnancy include abdominal pain, lack of menstrual period, and vaginal bleeding Ectopic pregnancy is different from a normal pregnancy. In a normal pregnancy, the fertilized egg moves into the uterus to attach to the lining and...
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
A type of E. coli bacteria produces toxins that can destroy the red blood cells and block the kidneys' filtering system Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a condition where the red blood cells are destroyed, abnormally. This leads to clogging of the kidney's filtering...
What to eat to manage diabetes effectively?
Eating low-glycemic foods helps to keep your diabetes under control Diabetics need to manage their sugar levels by having a planned diet, exercise and adequate rest. A planned or balanced diet is most crucial for managing diabetics. Any neglect as taking improper diet...
