The action of testosterone can be in ways both beneficial and detrimental to the body. On the plus side, this hormone has a direct impact on the growth of muscle tissues, the production of red blood cells and overall well being of the organism. But it may also negatively effect the production of skin oils,…
What is jaundice? Jaundice is the yellowish discoloration of the eyes (sclera) & skin (advanced cases). Scientifically speaking it is the condition associated with abnormally high levels of bilirubin. Jaundice means the yellowing of skin and whites of the eyes caused due to the high level of pigment bilirubin in the body. It is the…
While it is often tempting to look at mental and physical stress as an ailment only of modern civilization it is a dangerous misconception. Stress has been essential to the human condition since the beginning of time and is a very important part of continued human survival. It is an active force that assists us…
Experiencing gynecological problems is not an easy phase to go through. It is even tougher when surgery might be required as it can often carry a whole other set of decision making issues. When a woman is experiencing a medical problem that requires surgery, it usually ends with the dilemma of "should I have surgery…
Colon cancer is cancer that starts in the large intestine or the rectum. The colon makes up the longest part of the large intestine, which is a tube-like organ connected to the small intestine at one end and the anus at the other. The colon removes water and some nutrients and electrolytes from partially digested…
Thousands of women suffer agonising pains leading up to and during their menstrual cycle and in many cases this can be attributed to ovarian cysts. A lot of cysts dissolve away naturally but it is the ones that continue to grow that cause symptoms such as swelling in the abdomen, heavy bleeding and nausea. Traditionally…
All of us have tried to do two things at the same time. It could be driving a car and talking on a cell phone, engaging in a conversation while working on the computer, or reading and simultaniously listening to music. Some of us even pride ourselves on how refined our skills have become at…
A cautionary note: when it comes to what’s possible or impossible; plausible or implausible; probable or improbable, majority doesn’t rule. This isn’t a democracy. If a billion people believe nonsense, it’s still nonsense. This however is in contrast to what has been proven beyond a reasonable scientific doubt. If a billion people continue to disbelieve…
The presence of a white tongue coating is a common problem that can have a variety of causes. Generally, the occasional white tongue, especially when the whole tongue is white (not white in spots or patches), is due to minor inflammation of papillae, the tiny bumps that coat your tongue. These can, like skin cells,…
When we eat out at restaurants, we expect for the food we are served to have been stored properly, handled safely, cleaned adequately, and cooked thoroughly. When we purchase goods at the grocery store, again we expect for it to have been processed, packaged, and stored safely. Unfortunately, however, sometimes the reality of the situation…
Lymphadenitis means inflammation in the lymph nodes. This can be generalized or localized. This condition usually points to some infection or inflammation. A common example of this is tonsillitis, where the tonsil glands are swollen and inflamed, usually due to repeated infections involving the throat. Generalized swelling of the lymph glands may point to more…
One of the most essential drink items you could have at a kids party, or any party for that matter, is good old just as nature intended it, water. It is essential to keep those sweaty little bodies hydrated as sweet drinks just make you feel more thirsty, wanna pee a lot, and possibly even…
Women, in particular, are looking for commitment. Hollywood, the media, and dating websites all focus on getting a marriage proposal. The art of seduction pre-dates expert Cleopatra. Dozens of books have been written about getting an unavailable man to say, "I do." For six years, Carrie Bradshaw of "Sex in the City" tried to get…
So this guy said: “If you really want your blood pressure to go down to normal, you ought to go to a homeopath.” Everyone at the party listened. Probably because many of them were on hypertension medication and wished they could get off. They were also interested because everyone knows homeopathy is an alternative and…
For years, visitors from certain foreign countries have been able to travel to America without first getting a formal Visa sticker placed in their passport. Implemented in 1998, the “Visa Waiver Program” (VWP) has allowed for visitors of several countries to come to America for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days without…
