Cirrhosis is a condition that is characterized by scarring of the liver. The scarring is also known as fibrosis. Cirrhosis is often caused by diseases of the liver such as hepatitis and conditions like alcohol abuse. The condition is a slowly progressing disease in which the healthy tissue of the liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue. Over time, this prevents the liver from functioning properly.
Read MoreAnyone suffering from interstitial cystitis will tell you they may look fine on the outside but on the inside they are experiencing extreme discomfort. Interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome (PBS) or bladder pain syndrome (BPS), is a chronic condition consisting of recurring pelvic pain, pressure or discomfort in the bladder and pelvic region.
Read MoreA vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection. The most common type of fungus to cause yeast infections is Candida albicans. It often causes symptoms such as discharge, irritation, and intense itchiness of the vagina. A vaginal yeast infection is also known as vaginal candidiasis. About three out of every four women will develop a vaginal yeast infection at some point in their lifetimes.
Read MoreMultiple sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system that affects the brain and spinal cord. It causes your immune system to attack the myelin sheath that covers your nerves. When myelin becomes damaged, it interferes with the pathway between your brain and the rest of your body that allows the two to communicate. Eventually, the nerves gradually deteriorate. Unfortunately, multiple sclerosis is irreversible and there is currently no cure as of yet.
Read MorePeritonitis is a condition that causes inflammation in the peritoneum. The peritoneum is located inside the abdominal wall and covers the organs within the abdomen. Peritonitis us often caused by an infection which causes a rupture within the abdomen. It is important to treat peritonitis as soon as possible because it can result in serious complications.
Read MoreDiverticulitis is a condition that occurs when the diverticula in the large intestine become inflamed or infected. Diverticula are small pouches that bulge outward in the large intestine, or colon. They develop in the lining of the digestive system. They usually do not cause any significant problems, however in some cases they can cause problems when they become inflamed or infected.
Read MorePersonality disorders: Personality disorders cause people to develop significantly abnormal personality traits that often cause the person to feel distressed. The distress is often a result of the personality disorder causing problems for that person relating to their social, personal, and professional lives. Examples include antisocial personality disorder, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and paranoid personality disorder.
Read MoreEpilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the central nervous system. The condition is characterized by having seizures. This happens as a result of the nerve cells in the brain becoming interrupted. The seizures associated with epilepsy can be so severe that the person loses consciousness.
Read MoreSchizophrenia is type of mental disorder that is characterized by abnormal behavior and the inability to identify what is real and what is not. Schizophrenia often causes people to hear voices, see things that are not there, have hallucinations and delusions, and overall experience a very abnormal way of thinking or behaving. Schizophrenia may also be known as paranoid schizophrenia. It is estimated that about one percent of people in the world have schizophrenia.
Read MoreTonsil stones are also known as tonsilloliths. They develop as a result of bacteria and other substances becoming trapped in pockets of the tonsils. The bacteria turns white and hardens or calcifies, creating tonsil stones. Tonsil stones occur most often in people who have chronic inflammation in their tonsils or repeated bouts of tonsillitis. Most people who develop tonsil stones usually develop tonsil stones are small. However, other people may develop tonsil stones that are very large and solidified. This is much rarer.
Read MoreYou've got that burning feeling and it's no fun, we know. Urinary Tract Infections affect both men and women and also children and can be incredibly painful. Sometimes the kidneys are affected, resulting in a fever, vomiting, nausea and lower back pain. For women, UTIs can be a result of having sex as well. Here's what you need to know about the signs, treating and preventing UTIs.
Read MorePeople who suffer from depression often feel like there is no hope when it comes to finding a solution for how they feel. However, it is important for people who suffer from depression not to get discouraged. There are a number of treatment options that can help a person overcome feeling depressed. The first, and most important step is recognizing you have a problem and are willing to seek help. It is often very difficult for a person suffering from depression to overcome the condition on their own.
Read MoreDepression is serious condition and a mood disorder that causes a person to feel constant feelings of sadness and a lack of interest. Depression is also known as major depressive disorder or clinical depression. The condition can be quite debilitating as it tends to take control of how you think, feel, and behave. This can cause a number of physical and emotional issues that can have a very negative affect on a person’s quality of life.
Read MoreIf you are someone who suffers from hay fever also called seasonal allergic rhinitis, you may also have experienced itchiness in your mouth, tongue or throat when eating certain foods such as watermelon, peaches or apples. You may have determined that you are allergic to these foods when in reality, what you most likely have is oral allergy syndrome (OAS) also known as pollen-food syndrome. OAS is considered to be a mild form of a food allergy. The symptoms develop quickly after eating certain foods and rarely do they progress to a more serious reaction of severe throat swelling, difficulty breathing or a systemic reaction called anaphylaxis.
Read MoreBladder outlet obstruction is a condition in which the bladder neck becomes obstructed as a result of an abnormality. This prevents the bladder neck from completely opening during urination. Bladder outlet obstruction is common among men over the age of 50. However, the condition can occur among men of any age, as well as women.
Read MoreSymptoms of acute pancreatitis may include upper left abdominal pain that radiates to the back, fever, nausea and vomiting, increased heart rate, and swollen or tender abdomen. Symptoms of chronic pancreatitis may be similar, although the upper abdominal pain is usually more persistent and severe, weight loss may occur, and you may develop diabetes.
Read MorePancreatitis is a disease that causes the pancreas to become inflamed. It can either be acute or chronic. Acute pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas becomes suddenly inflamed, which only lasts for a few days. Symptoms can be mild, severe, and even life-threatening. With proper treatment, acute pancreatitis can be treated. But if acute pancreatitis is left untreated, this can lead to infection, bleeding, cysts, or severe tissue damage, and can also being to affect the kidneys, heart, or lungs.
Read MoreHepatitis C is a liver infection caused by a virus that causes inflammation. It is contagious and people get it when it is passed on when an infected person’s blood enters their body. This usually happens when people share needles when using illegal drugs like heroin. Most people don’t have any signs or symptoms, and therefore are unaware they even have it until it causes liver damage. The infection can progress for many years and cause life-threatening complications like cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure. There are about 2.7 million people in the United States that are infected with hepatitis C.
Read MoreTwo common thyroid conditions include hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism is when a person has an underactive thyroid. This occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough of certain hormones. Hyperthyroidism is when a person has an overactive thyroid. This is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine. There are a number of signs and symptoms that may be associated with either of these conditions.
Read MoreLocal anesthetic toxicity is also known as local anesthetic systemic toxicity. This condition can occur when the levels of a local anesthesia in your blood are too high. Local anesthesia is often used during medical and dental procedures to help numb the area of the body that is being operated on. Local anesthesia is usually very safe. However, if you are given too much local anesthesia or it gets injected into your body too quickly into the veins, it can cause symptoms that are harmful. As a result, a person can develop local anesthetic toxicity. Local anesthetic toxicity can cause lightheadedness, confusion, dizziness, abnormal taste, loss of consciousness, or seizures. In cases that are severe, it can even cause death. It is estimated that about one in every 1,000 people who are operated on using local anesthesia may have some degree of local anesthetic toxicity.
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