Bell's Palsy is a rare disease that affects the nerves in the face. It makes the patient unable to move the affected side of their face. Usually patients are under fifteen or over sixty. Sometimes pregnant women can develop the disease. People become self-conscious when they have Bell's Palsy because it alters the appearance of…
DetailsMillions of people suffer from headaches. This often causes missed work days. less productive days, and less enjoyable days. Migraine is a specific intracranial vascular headache. Many use the term mistakenly to describe other types of heads. There are many other causes of headache and many of these can be caused by nerve dysfunction. The…
DetailsTonsilloliths, or also often known as tonsil stones, are nasty whitish or yellowish colored, foul smelling bumps on your tonsils. They are caused by the accumulation of sulfur producing bacteria, food particles, post nasal drip, overactive salivary glands, mucous and other mouth debris that build up and lodge near the throat. There are some people…
DetailsDiabetes Mellitus or simply diabetes is a medical condition caused by extremely high blood sugar in the body. The elevation of blood sugar in diabetics occurs either because the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or there is an ineffective use of insulin in the cells. There are two main types of diabetes, Type I…
DetailsWhy for example are we faced with an obesity epidemic in children in the first place? The answer lies in the fact that our children's lifestyles and habits have changed dramatically in recent years. This is the age when the great outdoors has been abandoned in favor of video games where children will instead sit…
DetailsHave you noticed fungus under your nail? Symptoms of fungus under nail usually begin with discoloration of the nail. You may also notice that your nail is dull and less shiny than your non-infected nails. Nails may also thicken or emit a slight odor. If you have any of these symptoms, you may have nail…
DetailsErectile dysfunction is a medical condition that can make life miserable for any man. This is because it's extremely important for a man to be able to satisfy his woman sexually. I must say that happy couples almost always enjoy a great sex life. In other words, good sex is one of the keys to…
DetailsFew things rattle parents more than health problems with their baby. While ideally parents will enjoy a complication free beginning to their new child's life, some parents have to learn about new conditions and illnesses, as well as how to treat them and provide the best care for baby. Oral thrush is one health issue…
DetailsAcute hepatitis is a form of hepatitis which rapidly progresses and has very noticeable symptoms. Patients with this disease usually experience vomiting, nausea, and almost constant tiredness. Fortunately, some new innovations in the field of medicine have made it possible to cure acute hepatitis quickly and at home. Read on to learn more. Hepatitis is…
DetailsFor millions of people who suffer from lymphedema, a lymphphax press can be the optimal home solution. Lymphedema is the term used when the lymphatic system does not function properly. Fluid that would normally drain through the lymph vessels builds up and this in turn causes swelling in the affected area. This generally occurs in…
DetailsYour body obtains glucose from the food you take in, the liver and muscles also supply your body with glucose. Blood transports the glucose to cells throughout the body. Insulin, a chemical hormone, helps the body’s cells to take in the glucose. Insulin is made by the beta cells of the pancreas and then released…
DetailsIn Ayurveda there are three different types of constitution or doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. The three doshas represent the combination of the five elements present in nature: air, space, earth, fire and water. These elements combine to create the three doshas. It is very important to know your dosha because it can help you…
DetailsSnap! There goes the loud popping sound, somewhere in the vicity of your ankle bones. Are you now faced with a broken ankle, or is it just a sprain or other injury? There are different symptoms that can point to a fractured ankle, although receiving qualified medical assistance from a professional worker is still advised,…
DetailsFor most parents, the birth of a child is an exciting and joyous experience. But nowdays, 3 to 4 percent of newborns suffer from birth-related injuries. In the United States, cerebral palsy has become a serious birth-related injury which affects 5,000 to 10,000 infants each year. There are different types of birth-related injuries that may…
DetailsThere are some drugs and medication that can be prescribed as a treatment for sleep paralysis, but is it really necessary to resort to taking medicine for this condition? Believe me I know what it feels like, all I'm saying is simpler and easier ways of dealing with the problem are there and you just…
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