Gout arthritis is the most frequently recorded medical illness throughout the history of mankind. It is a progressive disease which is believed to be caused by inherited abnormalities which hinder the body in processing uric acid. It is produced in the body when body breaks down purines which are present in many types of food which a person normally eats.The over production of uric acid or lack of body's ability to dispose uric acid causes...more
Osteoarthritis or OA is also called as degenerative arthritis as it is caused due to degradation of joints. The degradation of joints can occur because of heredity, metabolism, development and mechanical movements. These reasons can initiate the processes which result in stiffening of cartilages which exposes the bone to damage as they become less protected. The rubbing of bones with each other causes severe pain and inflammation.The initial...more
Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic inflammatory disorder which attacks tissues, bones muscles, internal organs and synovial joints, it can cause inflammation and damage to cartilages. The exact reason of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown but auto-immune disorder plays an important role in its intensity and progression. Auto-immunity disorder causes immunity system attacking healthy tissues of the body as it does to invading infections affecting joints, internal organs, blood vessels and bones of the body. Rheumatoid arthritis can be a disabling and painful condition which may cause substantial loss of mobility of joints and their functioning, it is more prevalent in women compared to men.A joint in the human body is a point where two bones meet with their ends covered by cartilages and synovial fluid between them. These bones are held at proper place by the ligaments and muscles attached to these bones help in moving the joints by contraction and expansion. Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation, pain, stiffness and redness in the joints. It can also affect the tissues around the joints and can damage muscles, tendons and ligaments. In some cases chronic rheumatoid arthritis...more
Pleural Mesothelioma is a form of cancer, which can be brought on largely by exposure to asbestos, that strikes the various layers of the pleura around the chest wall structure. A few signs include things like shortness of breath and weight loss. Yet, being exposed to asbestos does not always result in cancer. Cures for it and precisely why it...more
AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome:• Acquired means you can get infected with it;• Immune Deficiency means a weakness in the body's system that fights diseases.• Syndrome means a group of health problems that make up a disease.AIDS is caused by a virus called HIV, the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. If you get...more
The lung cancer or lung cancer is a dangerous disease due to uncontrolled cell growth in lung tissue. This growth can give metastases, which are the invasion of adjacent tissue and infiltration beyond the lungs. The vast majority of primary lung cancers are carcinomas of the lung, derived epithelial cells. According to WHO, is the most common cause of cancer death in men and after breast cancer among women . It causes 1.3 million deaths per year worldwide . The most common symptoms are shortness of breath, cough (possibly spitting of blood), and weight loss.The main types of lung cancer are "small cell carcinoma" and "non-small cell carcinoma. This distinction is important because treatment depends on: lung carcinoma non small cell is often treated with surgery, whereas small cell carcinoma usually responds better to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.The most common cause of lung cancer is chronic exposure to tobacco smoke, including passive smoking .The incidence of lung cancer among non-smokers, who represent about 15 of cases , is frequently attributed to a combination of genetic factors, radon in air to asbestos , and air pollution .Lung cancer can be seen on chest radiographs and...more
In the fall of 2003, Bridget Beranek, a 44-year-old wife and mother of two young girls, was gearing up for a busy holiday season filled with family functions, parties and shopping. So when she began to lose her appetite and energy, Bridget initially...more
Heartburn is that bothersome burning feeling you sometimes get within the middle of your chest after eating. Heartburn, for some people, occurs regularly, but for others is an occasional problem. Heartburn is not really associated with the heart, but...more
Cancer seems to touch many lives. When a diagnosis is given to a patient and family it very often rocks their world. Life makes a dramatic change, and includes new people, experiences and expenses. This is not an easy time, and only immediate needs...more
Do you know that 'bed sore' can be a fatal disease? If you do not treat ulcer in its early stages, then it can be really painful and cause death as well. Or, you may suffer from skin disorders, infections and hazardous diseases like ulcers as well....more
This is advised as one of the affliction dry derma disorders anyone could ache from. It's absolutely difficult to amusement and actual abundant simple to aggravate. If you accept dermatitis, locations of your derma are abnormally dry and inflamed....more
We live in a new world now; we already have the luxury of making and doing things easier - from communication, entertainment and most importantly medicine. From the old age slicing and dicing of doctors, they can now use modern...more