Shellfish allergy is considered common but can be serious. Based on studies, crustacean shellfish is responsible for causing serious allergic reactions among individuals all over the world. What is shellfish allergy? Shellfish products include shrimp, lobster and crab. Even squid and octopus are considered as shellfish. Some individuals who have shellfish allergic will get a […]
An allergy is an immune response of the body to foreign substances that are not harmful to the body. Common allergens include certain foods, pet dander and pollen. These stimulate a response from the immune system. Understandably, the task of the immune system is to keep the body healthy by fighting off infection and other
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Indigestion typically occurs to almost anybody every now and then. It can lead to stomach discomfort or a full sensation. In severe cases, it can cause bloating, heartburn, vomiting and nausea. Indigestion can be caused by certain eating habits or can also be a chronic issue. In case the individual suffers from frequent indigestion, it
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The symptoms of a scald or burn tend to vary on the severity of the injury. In some cases of minor burns, it can cause a lot of pain while some cases of major burns do not seem to hurt at all. If you want to handle burns properly, click here. Symptoms of a scald or
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Nasal congestion in babies and infants is not uncommon. It simply refers to a stuffy nose. It is a common misconception that nasal congestion is due to an abundance of thick mucus in the nasal passages. In fact, nasal congestion is due to the swelling of the tissue lining, which is, in turn, due to
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Sports activities offer great opportunity for children to hone their physical and psychological skills. Apart from giving children great enjoyment and fun, sports increases a child’s self-esteem, fitness, and physical coordination. Children also learn many important life values such as self-discipline, teamwork, respect for others, managing success and disappointment, and fair play. Although engaging in
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The brain is a sensitive, complex organ that regulates and controls motor movements, emotions, thoughts, and sensations. It is composed of brain cells and tissues that work in perfect unison. These brain cells communicate by sending electric signals. Occasionally some brain cells discharge abnormal signals that result in uncoordinated, uncontrolled motor movements or seizure. The
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This commonly occurring disease spectrum ranging from simple abdominal cramps, diarrhea to fatal dehydration, sepsis and nervous system damage; contracted following ingestion (within 48 hrs.) of toxin contaminated food items is called food poisoning. Millions of people worldwide are affected at a given time with food poisoning. It’s distinguished from food borne infections by the
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Water is the most abundant constituent of the human body comprising for about 60% of the total body weight. Majority (2/3) of this is inside the cells, while the rest lies in plasma and interstitial fluid (around the cells). The water content in the body is subjected to tight regulation by various mechanisms that control
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Drowning A drowning casualty usually suffocates in water because drowning causes the airways to shutdown to prevent the entrance of water. This also prevents air from entering the lungs, thus causing the casualty to faint and die in extreme situations. In many cases, if the person is unconscious while drowning, his lungs get filled up
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