Medical Articles
Pediatric urology is the diagnosis and treatment of urological conditions in kids. Typically, children have different problems than adults when it comes to their urinary systems. Often, these are congenital problems, which are problems present at birth, rather than problems due to injury. Congenital Problems Congenital problems treated by pediatric urology typically include birth defects…
The health of a person will always be his greatest wealth. Ask any person and he will tell you why he would always prefer to be wanting in material things provided he is blessed with good health. The importance of good health should be taught to children while they are still young so that when…
Periodontal disease is a common type of oral disease that affects many individuals throughout the United States. There are several different types of this disease that range from simple inflammation of the gums, to more serious deterioration of the soft tissue that supports the teeth. Taking good care of your teeth is the best form…
Great sages, doctors, and masters of all cultures and all times have identified a few simple keys to health: proper breath; nutrition; inner cleansing; moderate exercise; enough rest; a positive, now-focused outlook, and living in harmony with nature. In my practice as a naturopath and energy healer, I am continuously drawn back to these basic…
Children and adults alike can experience incontinence throughout the day and even at night as they sleep. This condition refers to the involuntary passage of urine and is known to affect millions of individuals from across the globe. There are various types of incontinence but the majority of incidences can be attributed to two specific…
Short stature is a medical term to children or adolescents whose statistical height is 2 standard deviations or more below the average height of their peers of the same age and sex. Generally, any child or adolescent who is significantly shorter than their peers is considered to have short stature. Most parents are anxious that…
The penis is a wonderful organ, as any male knows, but most men are not quite familiar with the various anatomical parts of that organ and their functions. But a more precise understanding of the penis parts can help to better understand one's penis health. For example, many men who have a significant bent penis…
The field and practice of worksite wellness today basically revolves around three terms – health, wellness and wellbeing. Other terms also seen used include: thriving, flourishing, health promotion, optimal living and quality of life. But the big three are health, wellness and wellbeing. Since these terms are used interchangeably or as synonyms, I have wondered…
The heart pumps blood to all parts of the body and this blood is carried throughout the body via the arteries. The force with which the heart pumps the blood into the arteries is known as blood pressure. While there is no particular cause of blood pressure that has as yet been determined as a…
Hyperhidrosis which is simply excessive sweating most often affects the palms, feet and face, causing embarrassment and interfering with daily chores. Excessive sweating is considered rare but recent estimates show that 2.8 percent of populations have hyperhidrosis doubling in Asian communities and some other countries. Only half of those affected have sought treatment because the…
Whenever spring or summer rolls around, there will be plenty of environmental allergens floating around the air. Instead of these allergens causing issues with the respiratory tract like with humans, they typically cause skin irritation in canines. This will prompt your dog to chew, scratch, and bite at his itching skin. Some of the most…
Taking care of a child with a food allergy can be a nerve-wracking experience and a cause of worry for parents. It holds true even more in case the family is from a low socioeconomic background. Apart from ensuring that the child does not take foods causing allergy, it is also necessary to keep a…
Life has this sneaky way of creeping in and throwing curve balls left and right. Life will always happen. There will always be a busy day at work or family problems or relationship highs and lows or sick children. Once conflict arises, it seems like health and fitness routines go haywire. We seek comfort food…
Taking care of a child with a food allergy can be a nerve-wracking experience and a cause of worry for parents. It holds true even more in case the family is from a low socioeconomic background. Apart from ensuring that the child does not take foods causing allergy, it is also necessary to keep a…
