Heart murmurs can be associated to a damaged or overstrained heart valve. A murmur is the sound of blood as it flows such as passing through a defective heart valve or might be a condition that causes the heart to beat rapidly and forces it to accommodate more blood than normal. Some individuals are born […]
Raynaud’s phenomenon is a prevalent condition affecting the blood supply to certain regions of the body, usually the fingers and the toes. How does it develop? Raynaud’s phenomenon is due to exposure to cold temperatures, stress or anxiety. The condition develops since the blood vessels go into a state of brief spasm that blocks the
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Crohn’s disease is a part of a group of conditions called as inflammatory bowel disease. Generally, there are 5 forms of the disease and each have its own set of symptoms. Close look on Crohn’s disease Crohn’s disease is a long-standing condition causing inflammation and ulceration of the intestine or bowel. The condition naturally affects
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Gout is a form of arthritis characterized by an abrupt attack of burning pain, swelling and stiffness in a joint, usually the big toe. These episodes can occur continuously unless gout is treated. Over time, the joints, tendons and other tissues are damaged. Possible causes of gout Gout develops if excess uric acid builds up
Fainting occurs if the brain does not receive enough oxygen. An individual loses consciousness or “passes out” for a short period of time, usually for a few seconds or minutes. Possible causes of fainting Fainting or syncope can be triggered by various factors. Oftentimes, the exact cause for fainting could not be determined. An abrupt
Compression stockings are specialized stockings utilized for the management of venous conditions such as varicose veins. These stockings place pressure around the entire leg to propel blood in the veins towards the heart. When are compression stockings used? Varicose veins and a chronic case of venous insufficiency are the conditions affecting the veins where compression
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A pressure ulcer or bedsore is a skin wound caused by extended, unrelieved pressure to a body part. These ulcers typically occur around bony prominences such as the heels, tailbone, hips, elbows and ankles. Possible causes Various factors can add up to the development of pressure ulcers. The main cause is constant pressure to an
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There are simple sun safety precautions that can reduce UV exposure and prevent skin damage and sunburn among children. Remember that it is all about timing, shade and the use of protective clothing and application of sunscreen. It is important to note that sun safety needs vary at different times of the year and varying
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If a child has small-sized flakes of skin on the scalp, it is probably dandruff. It is important to note that dandruff is relatively normal and common among children, teenagers and adults. The condition can be controlled using a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo. What are the causes? Dandruff occurs once microscopic dead skin cells accumulate in
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There are various medications for gout that aims to reduce the pain and inflammation of the attacks. Other medications are used on a long-term basis to prevent future flare-ups of the condition. The pain triggered by a gout attack can be alleviated with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is a type of pain medication.
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