http://www.free-articles-zone.com Morenos en 11/12/2009 Infection usually is spread by fecal-oral contamination, although occasionally the virus is spread by droplets expelled by infected individuals. Items like utensils, diaper-changing tables, and toys that come in contact with body fluids that contain the virus may also transmit them to other individuals. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=149311 2008-06-03 Coxsackie virus (also written as coxsackievirus) is a member of the Picornaviridae family of viruses in the genus termed Enterovirus. Coxsackie viruses are subtype members of Enterovirus that have a single strand of ribonucleic acid (RNA) for its genetic material. The Enteroviruses are also referred to as picornaviruses (pico means "small," so, "small RNA viruses"). Coxsackie virus was first isolated from human feces in the town of Coxsackie, New York, in 1948 by G. Dalldorf. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=149317 2008-06-03 There are two major types of glaucoma: open-angle glaucoma and acute closed-angle glaucoma. Most glaucoma patients have open-angle glaucoma. There are usually no signs or symptoms in the early stages of open-angle glaucoma. The first sign is usually loss of vision, which is why the disease is sometimes referred to as the "sneak thief of sight." Vision loss caused by glaucoma cannot be restored. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=149323 2008-06-03 Fever blisters are caused more often by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) than herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). As a matter of fact, more than 85 percent of the world's population has been infected with HSV-1. These infections follow the usual course of herpes simplex virus infections in that the first outbreak is usually more painful and lasts longer than recurrent infections. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148964 2008-06-02 Herpes simplex virus (HSV) can cause infections that affect the mouth, the face, the genitals, the skin, the buttocks, and the anal area. This article will concentrate on non-genital herpes. Many people acquire the virus and have no symptoms. For others, painful blisters appear near the area where the virus entered the body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148966 2008-06-02 Fibrocystic breast condition is a common, non-cancerous condition that affects more than 50% of women at some point in their lives. The most common signs of fibrocystic breasts include lumpiness, tenderness, cysts (packets of fluid), areas of thickening, fibrosis (scar-like connective tissue), and breast pain. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148967 2008-06-02 The first obvious symptom of infertility is the inability to conceive. Unfortunately, most women or men won't discover their infertility until they have tried unsuccessfully to conceive for a period of time. Usually, it takes many tests and exams to come to the conclusion of an infertility diagnosis, but there are a few symptoms to be on the lookout for. A range of emotional and social problems and tensions between the couple regarding childlessness. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148970 2008-06-02 Fibrocystic breast disease is common and usually benign condition. Symptoms include swollen, tender breasts, and/or one or more lumps. Frequently, symptoms worsen just before a woman's menstrual cycle, subsiding near the end. For the majority of women these symptoms are a temporary discomfort; however some women experience severe pain. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148974 2008-06-02 Complete dentures are called "conventional" or "immediate" according to when they are made and when they are inserted into the mouth. Immediate dentures are inserted immediately after the removal of the remaining teeth. To make this possible, the dentist takes measurements and makes the models of the patient's jaws during a preliminary visit. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148684 2008-05-30 The shoulder joint is the body's most mobile joint. It can turn in many directions. But, this advantage also makes the shoulder an easy joint to dislocate. A partial dislocation (subluxation) means the head of the upper arm bone (humerus) is partially out of the socket (glenoid). A complete dislocation means it is all the way out of the socket. Both partial and complete dislocation cause pain and unsteadiness in the shoulder. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148689 2008-05-30 Dissociative disorder is a disturbance in which the patient's primary symptom is a sense of detachment from the self. Depersonalization as a symptom (not as a disorder) is quite common in college-age populations. It is often associated with sleep deprivation or "recreational" drug use. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148696 2008-05-30 Iron is an excellent and versatile material of construction--strong, tough, easily formed and worked, and, very importantly, cheap compared to the alternatives. Plastics give it competition, especially in products that must be manufactured at the lowest cost where strength and durability are not the primary concerns, such as modern American automobiles. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148702 2008-05-30 Food poisoning usually begins suddenly with a feeling of nausea and abdominal cramps, followed by vomiting, diarrhea, and weakness. Rectal burning may be intense, and the stools may contain blood and mucus. All of this loss of fluid from the bowel may result in severe dehydration and shock. There is pain in the abdomen, with some distension, especially in the lower area. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148705 2008-05-30 A pile is often feared as the tumour of the anus. Actually, a pile is not tumourous and not dangerous. It is a simple enlarged / engorged blood vessel(s) of the anus. It is also called hemorrhoids in medical terminology. It is the dilatation (varicosity) of the haemorrhoidal plexus (veins of anus). It appears as bluish or purple colored swellings due to stagnated blood. Piles may cause symptoms like bleeding, itching, pain and lump feeling in the anus. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148715 2008-05-30 A recent analysis of data indicates that vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of childhood blindness. It was estimated that 70% of the 500,000 children who become blind annually do so because of xerophthalmia. This corresponds to a prevalence of roughly 1 million in view of the high mortality among affected children. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148721 2008-05-30 Bone spur is a term used to describe a condition that characterizes the growth of an extra bone on the normal bone. In medical terms, it is known as osteophytes. Bone spur usually takes place on the joints of the spine, feet, shoulders, hips, hands and knees. It is not painful but sometimes causes pain when it rubs against other bones around it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148726 2008-05-30 This booklet is for people who have back pain, as well as family members, friends, and others who want to find out more about it. The booklet describes causes, diagnosis, and treatments, and research efforts to learn more about it, many of which are supported by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148090 2008-05-28 Bad Breath or Halitosis can be a serious source of embarrassment and shame. Some people with bad breath aren’t even aware there’s a problem. However, you no longer have to let it handicap or affect your social life. Please browse through our site to learn how to treat Bad Breath. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148098 2008-05-28 Oily skin is an offshoot of hormonal imbalances and increased activity of the sebaceous glands. Teenagers are often plagued with this sort of problem and heat and humidity can exacerbate it. As a consequence of excess oil being produced, the skin actually shines and the pores enlarge. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148101 2008-05-28 In July 1981, the New York Times reported an outbreak of a rare form of cancer among gay men in New York and California, first referred to as the "gay cancer"; but medically know as Kaposi Sarcoma. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148106 2008-05-28 Alcoholism is a major health problem in the US, ranking with cancer and heart disease as a threat to health. Alcoholism is a progressive disease in which drinking increasingly affects a person's health, family life, social life and job. Untreated, alcoh olism results in physical incapacity, insanity or death. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148111 2008-05-28 Contact with even small amounts of some substances can cause skin allergies. Common causes of work-related skin allergies include acrylate glues (super glues), epoxies, textile dyes or resins, and latex. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148116 2008-05-28 Advertising Disclaimer Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common persistent infection of the foot caused by a microscopic fungus that lives on dead tissue of the hair, toenails, and outer skin layers (dermatophyte). These fungi thrive in warm, dark, moist environments such as shoes, stockings, and the floors of public showers, locker rooms, and swimming pools. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148117 2008-05-28 The brain is the organ in a person's skull that controls the functions of all of the other organs. Together, the brain and spine make up the central nervous system. The brain is responsible for the experience of the five senses (taste, touch, sight, hearing and smell). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148121 2008-05-28 The brain is the organ in a person's skull that controls the functions of all of the other organs. Together, the brain and spine http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148126 2008-05-28 The breast is a gland that consists of breast tissue supported by connective tissue (flesh) surrounded by fat. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148130 2008-05-28 Chickenpox is an infectious disease caused by the varicella virus. Most cases occur in children under age 15 but older children and adults can get it. It spreads very easily from one child to another. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148133 2008-05-28 The common cold and flu (influenza) are very common infections of the upper respiratory tract (nose, throat, ears and sinuses). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148138 2008-05-28 The ear is a complex structure that consists of three sections: the outer ear, the middle ear and the inner ear. A tiny tube, called the eustachian tube, connects the middle ear to the back of the throat and nose. This is the tube that we open by yawning or swallowing. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148141 2008-05-28 Most people have some sort of refractive error in the eye. In fact, the average Australian is slightly long-sighted However, more serious refractive errors can cause headaches as the small muscles around the eye become tired through overuse. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148144 2008-05-28 Foodborne illness, or "food poisoning," occurs when food contaminated with bacteria or other pathogens, such as parasites or viruses, is consumed. Poisonous chemicals, pesticides, and other harmful substances can also cause foodborne illness. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148145 2008-05-28 An ingrown hair curls and goes back into the surface of the skin. When the tip of the hair is under the surface of the skin, the area may become inflamed. In some cases, the inflammation may lead to the development of a pocket of pus under skin. Ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable and when extreme can be quite painful. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=148154 2008-05-28 Bananas may be one of the best fruits to eat when attempting to lose weight. They are full of nutrients for increased energy and vitality. Bananas are also low in calories and fat, plus they have a high water content and potassium levels. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147543 2008-05-27 Normally the eardrum is airtight and watertight. To keep pressure inside and outside the eardrum equal, we have natural "drainage" tubes (the Eustachian tubes) that connect the middle ears (the space behind the eardrum) to the back of the nose and throat. Our ears always produce small amounts of fluid; this normally drains down the Eustachian tubes, and is usually in such a small amount that we don't even notice it in the throat http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147546 2008-05-27 Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin; the medical name for this fungus is Tinea + the area of the skin where it is found. For example, Tinea capitis is ringworm on the head, and Tinea Corporis is ringworm on the body. Tinea Barbae is ringworm that is on the "beard" area of the face. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147549 2008-05-27 Sciatic pain usually starts in the buttocks and extends down the rear of the thigh and lower leg to the sole of the foot and along the outer side of the lower leg to the top of the foot. Pain may also be present in the lower back. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147550 2008-05-27 Our vision is one of those wonderful gifts most of us take for granted. The only time we even have cause to think about our vision as such is when we think about a blind person who has no vision at all, or our own vision begins to fail us. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147555 2008-05-27 Cardiomyopathy (including peripartum cardiomyopathy and alcoholic cardiomyopathy), which involves dilation or enlargement of the heart’s ventricles and an increase in the size of the heart overall. This condition may be caused by heart disease, viruses, abuse of illicit drugs and alcohol, and genetic disorders. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147210 2008-05-26 Cephalic disorders are not necessarily caused by a single factor, but may be influenced by hereditary or genetic conditions, nutritional deficiencies, or by environmental exposures during pregnancy, such as medication taken by the mother, maternal infection, or exposure to radiation (such disorders are more common in areas of the former Soviet Union affected by nuclear waste disposal problems http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147215 2008-05-26 Cardiomyopathy is a type of heart disease in which the heart becomes abnormally enlarged (enlarged heart), thickened and/or stiffened. As a result, the heart muscle’s ability to pump and/or receive blood is impaired. This condition is generally progressive and may lead to heart failure. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147216 2008-05-26 Cephalic disorders are congenital conditions that stem from damage to or abnormal development of the budding nervous system. Most cephalic disorders are caused by a disturbance that occurs very early in the development of the fetal nervous system. Damage to the developing nervous system is a major cause of chronic, disabling disorders, and sometimes death in infants, children, and even adults. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147220 2008-05-26 The direct cause of peptic ulcers is the destruction of the gastric or intestinal mucosal lining of the stomach by hydrochloric acid, an acid normally present in the digestive juices of the stomach. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=147225 2008-05-26 Alkaptonuria is an inherited condition that causes urine to turn black when exposed to air. Ochronosis, a buildup of dark pigment in connective tissues such as cartilage and skin, is also characteristic of the disorder. This blue-black pigmentation usually appears after age 30. People with alkaptonuria typically develop arthritis, particularly in the spine and large joints, beginning in early adulthood. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146813 2008-05-24 Hair is made of the protein kerotin, the same substance found in nails and skin. Each hair rises out of a bulb-like follicle and goes through a cycle of growth for up to five years. It then stops growing and goes into a period of rest, after which it falls out and a new hair starts to grow. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146814 2008-05-24 Hair extensions are a great way to adorn your lifestyle so have fun and treat yourself. They make your hair look gorgeous. Hair Extensions is quick way to get longer and fuller hair. There are many types of Hair Extensions on the market, but two main types of application methods: Individual Strands and Wefts. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146815 2008-05-24 Melanoma, a pigmented skin tumor that is quite serious and may be life-threatening. Melanoma is a cancerous (malignant) tumor that begins in the melanocytes. Melanocytes are the cells that produce the skin coloring or protective pigment called melanin. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146820 2008-05-24 Bad breath is also associated with sinus infections because nasal discharge from your sinuses into the back of your throat can cause mouth odor. A child with bad breath may have a foreign object lodged in his or her nose. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146828 2008-05-24 Common causes of blisters include friction and burns. If the blister isn't too painful, do everything possible to keep it intact. Unbroken skin over a blister provides a natural barrier to bacteria and decreases the risk of infection. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146511 2008-05-23 The main function of calluses and corns is protecting sensitive areas on the foot. Corns come in two varieties: hard and soft. Hard corns are usually found on the tops of the toes or on the outer sides of the little toes, where the skin rubs against the shoe. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146532 2008-05-23 Canavan disease is characterized by macrocephaly, lack of head control, and developmental delays by the age of three to five months, severe hypotonia, and failure to achieve independent sitting, ambulation, or speech. Hypotonia eventually changes to spasticity. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146535 2008-05-23 Common causes of blisters include friction and burns. If the blister isn't too painful, do everything possible to keep it intact. Unbroken skin over a blister provides a natural barrier to bacteria and decreases the risk of infection. Cover a small blister with an adhesive bandage. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146586 2008-05-23 The main function of calluses and corns is protecting sensitive areas on the foot. Corns come in two varieties: hard and soft. Hard corns are usually found on the tops of the toes or on the outer sides of the little toes, where the skin rubs against the shoe. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146589 2008-05-23 Canavan disease is characterized by macrocephaly, lack of head control, and developmental delays by the age of three to five months, severe hypotonia, and failure to achieve independent sitting, ambulation, or speech. Hypotonia eventually changes to spasticity. Assistance with feeding becomes necessary. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146593 2008-05-23 Canavan disease, one of the most common cerebral degenerative diseases of infancy, is a gene-linked, neurological birth disorder in which the white matter of the brain degenerates into spongy tissue riddled with microscopic fluid-filled spaces. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146595 2008-05-23 Symptoms of Canavan disease, which appear in early infancy and progress rapidly, may include mental retardation, loss of previously acquired motor skills, feeding difficulties, abnormal muscle tone (floppiness or stiffness), and an abnormally large, poorly controlled head. Paralysis, blindness, or hearing loss may also occur. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146596 2008-05-23 Anencephaly is a congenital malformation that occurs in approximately one in one thousand pregnancies. Anencephaly is a neural tube defect, just as is spina bifida. Life expectancy for an anencephalic baby is just a few hours, sometimes a few days at most. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146195 2008-05-22 Batten disease is a fatal, inherited disorder of the nervous system that begins in childhood. Early symptoms of this disorder usually appear between the ages of 5 and 10, when parents or physicians may notice a previously normal child has begun to develop vision problems or seizures. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146201 2008-05-22 Caring people treat others with kindness, rather than cruelty. Kindness can mean different things to different people. However, kindness is rooted in respect for another. This respect is demonstrated in behaviors like intently listening to the other without judgment or interruption, as an example. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146235 2008-05-22 If your energy level is stretched to the breaking point and you feel just plain tired, it might be time to make some simple changes. No matter what your age, these easy but powerful tips for increasing your energy can really help. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146256 2008-05-22 Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. A look into what melanoma looks like, the symptoms, treatment options and photographs of the disease. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146260 2008-05-22 Lots of women have problem skin. Sometimes it is too oily. Sometimes it is too dry. Some skin is blotchy and other skin is ruddy. Very few of us are lucky enough to have that perfect peaches-and-cream complexion that we all long for. To make up for all of our flaws, we buy every skin care product that we can find. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145993 2008-05-21 The commonest skin problem that the teenagers and the adolescents suffer from is acne. This is a type of skin disorder which surfaces on the facial skin as whiteheads or blackheads, lesions, zits or pimples. Apart from the face, it can occur in the chest, neck and the back portion of a teenager or an adolescent’s body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145996 2008-05-21 The aspergillus species includes more than 150 types of mold that occur widely in the indoor and outdoor environment. Although most of the molds are harmless, a few can cause serious illnesses in people with a weakened immune system, underlying lung disease or asthma. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145999 2008-05-21 Perfectly sculpted and expertly proportioned breasts can give you the attractive and alluring look that you’ve always dreamed about. More and more women with discerning tastes are turning to breast augmentation surgery for beautifying the body and boosting confidence – and today’s procedures are safer http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146012 2008-05-21 Native to India and China, ginger has long been known to be an aphrodisiac and an excellent digestive agent. Recent studies undertaken by scientists have attributed painkilling properties as well to this medicinal herb. Read on to know more about ginger, the painkiller. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=146015 2008-05-21 Jet lag (desynchronosis) occurs while rapidly crossing time zones, or, more specifically, it occurs after crossing the Earth's meridians. Meridians demarcate geographic position in relation to the Earth's poles and, ultimately, define time zones. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145502 2008-05-20 The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut and is found at the base of the bladder. A thin tube that allows the passage of urine out of the penis (urethra) runs through the prostate gland. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145506 2008-05-20 Cellulite is not a disease, but a common condition appearing in over 90% of women after puberty, predominantly affecting areas of the hips, thighs, buttocks, tummies and backs of the arms. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145512 2008-05-20 Self massage is a great way to relax and invigorate you. Massage produces a deep form of relaxation enabling our bodies and minds to forget about everything and let go of life’s daily stresses. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145519 2008-05-20 Many people feel like when 3pm rolls around, they are ready for a binge. It’s called a “time trigger”. Again, a handful of you have said that coffee has really helped with preventing a binge. If you feel like you binge around a certain time, try grabbing a cup of coffee (or tea) and see if it works for you! http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145524 2008-05-20 Bedwetting, also called nocturnal enuresis, is the involuntary passage of urine (urinary incontinence) while asleep. Inherent in the definition of bedwetting is satisfactory bladder control while the person is awake. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145181 2008-05-19 The liver, the largest organ in the body, is essential in keeping the body functioning properly. It removes or neutralizes poisons from the blood, produces immune agents to control infection, and removes germs and bacteria from the blood. It makes proteins that regulate blood clotting and produces bile to help absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145185 2008-05-19 Relapsing fever is an infection caused by bacteria called "Borrelia." In Washington and other areas in the western United States, people get relapsing fever through the bite of ticks that feed on rodents. About 2-8 cases of tick-borne relapsing fever (TBRF) are reported each year in Washington State. Most people became infected while vacationing in rural, mountainous areas during the summer months, between May and September. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145188 2008-05-19 In general terms, the invention is concerned with the adaptation and propagation of parainfluenza types 1, 2 and 3 in tissue cultures prepared from embryonated hens' eggs, or human diploid lung fibroblasts. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=145193 2008-05-19 Concussion is a change in mental status caused by trauma (shock). It is accompanied by confusion, loss of memory, and, sometimes, loss of consciousness. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144916 2008-05-17 Burning tongue is also referred to as burning mouth syndrome (BMS). Its medical names are glossodynia, glossopyrosis, oral galvanism, stomatodynia and stomatopyrosis. It is a common ailment that can happen to anybody. It is a condition in which sensation of burning is felt in the tongue. It is accompanied by acute pain that lasts for a couple of days. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144918 2008-05-17 A concussion is a momentary loss of consciousness and brain function that occurs after a blow to the head. The unconsciousness can last for several seconds, minutes or hours. A person with a concussion can have a full recovery. Recovery usually occurs within a day. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144920 2008-05-17 Recognised in Japan in the 1960s, this is a progressive occlusive cerebral arteritis affecting the distal internal carotid arteries near the Circle of Willis. Moyamoya is Japanese for "puff of smoke" and describes the appearance of the resultant network of abnormal small collateral vessels seen on angiography. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144930 2008-05-17 The painful inflammation of a bursa is called bursitis. It's caused by bumping or bruising, repeated pressure, or overuse. Though bursitis is associated with physical activity, you don't have to be an athlete to develop the condition. Anytime you exercise too strenuously, especially after laying off your workout for a while, you can aggravate bursitis. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144933 2008-05-17 Behcet's syndrome is a disease that involves inflammation of the blood vessels. It causes problems in many parts of the body. Behcet's syndrome is classically characterized as a triad of symptoms that include recurring crops of mouth ulcers (aphthous ulcers), genital ulcers, and inflammation of a specialized area around the pupil of the eye (the uvea). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144661 2008-05-16 Dysentery is a disease involving the inflammation of the lining of the large intestines. The inflammation causes stomach pains and diarrhoea. Some cases involve vomiting and fever. The bacteria enters the body through the mouth in food or water, and also by human feaces and contact with infected people. The diarrhoea causes people suffering from dysentery to lose important salts and fluids from the body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144667 2008-05-16 Hirschsprung's (HURSH-sprungz) disease, or HD, is a disease of the large intestine.The large intestine is also sometimes called the colon. The word bowel can refer to the large and small intestines. HD usually occurs in children. It causes constipation, which means that bowel movements are difficult. Some children with HD can't have bowel movements at all. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144670 2008-05-16 Lacunar stroke occurs when one of the small arteries (diameter: 0.2 － 15mm) that provides blood to the brain's deep structures is blocked and injures deeper structures underneath the cortex. It may be referred to as a Lacunar Infarct (LACI). A patient who presents with the clinical symptoms of a lacunar stroke, but who has not yet had diagnostic imaging performed may be described as suffering from Lacunar Stroke Syndrome (LACS). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144673 2008-05-16 Lacunar strokes can be defined as strokes in which a small branch of a larger blood vessel causes the stroke. Because of the way blood vessels divide in the brain, lacunar strokes tend to occur in areas located away from the surface of the brain, where many of the smaller branches of large blood vessels are located. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144679 2008-05-16 Fabry disease is one of several genetically inherited diseases called lysosomal storage disorders. It causes a wide range of signs and symptoms that can range from mild to severe and life threatening. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144788 2008-05-16 Fabry disease is caused by the lack of or faulty enzyme needed to metabolize lipids, fat-like substances that include oils, waxes, and fatty acids. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144790 2008-05-16 Cardiac asystole provoked by epileptic seizures is a rare but important complication in epilepsy and is supposed to be relevant to the pathogenesis of sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP). We sought to determine the frequency of this complication in a population of patients with medically intractable epilepsy and to analyze the correlation between EEG, electrocardiogram (ECG), and clinical features obtained from long-term video-EEG monitoring. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144799 2008-05-16 A cerebral aneurysm (also known as an intracranial or intracerebral aneurysm) is a weak or thin spot on a blood vessel in the brain that balloons out and fills with blood. The bulging aneurysm can put pressure on a nerve or surrounding brain tissue. It may also leak or rupture, spilling blood into the surrounding tissue (called a hemorrhage). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144806 2008-05-16 Moyamoya disease is a rare, progressive cerebrovascular disorder caused by blocked arteries at the base of the brain in an area called the basal ganglia. The name “moyamoya” means “puff of smoke” in Japanese and describes the look of the tangle of tiny vessels formed to compensate for the blockage. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144810 2008-05-16 The normal hair growth cycle lasts usually for the period of 2 to 6 years. During this cycle, everyday there will be shedding of few hairs. Some people will experience more than normal falling of hair and this type of hair loss is very common among men, women and children. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144336 2008-05-15 Tribulus terrestris is a prostrate annual herb belonging to the Zygophyllaceae family of flowering plants. It is commonly known as Puncture Vine, Caltrop, Yellow Vine and Goathead. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144343 2008-05-15 Fortunately nature has given some herbs to avoid the mentioned deficiency, envisaging that humans will get relief by nature, if they live along with nature and not destroying it. The great herb which nature has given us to get rescued is TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS .It is a safe dietary supplement. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144349 2008-05-15 Tribulus Terrestris is an herb found naturally in many parts of the world. It is popularly called as the “puncture Vine” because of its fruit bears two hard, sharp spikes, which can even puncture bicycle tires. In India and China, for centuries, it has been an important constituent of many medicinal preparations, prescribed for number of ailments. The most popular use of this herb is as a sexual enhancer in humans, both men and women. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144354 2008-05-15 The thinning of hair on the scalp is known as hair loss. In medical terminology it is referred to as alopecia which can be temporary or permanent. The most common form of hair loss occurs gradually and is known as androgenetic alopecia, a combination of hormones and heredity. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143975 2008-05-14 Hair loss is a normal phenomenon. It is scientifically proven that human beings shed on an average 50 to 100 hairs a day. When hair loss becomes excessive it becomes worrisome. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143983 2008-05-14 It matters not what sex you are as to the strength and health of your hair. It will come a time for many individuals to face the facts that hair will be lost and will not be growing back as it usually does.Certain individuals are destined to suffer this hair loss as it was passed down from one generation tot he next within their family. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144002 2008-05-14 Banana is one of the most effective home remedies for the treatment of a peptic ulcer. This fruit is said to contain an unidentified compound, perhaps jokingly called vitamin U (against ulcers). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144017 2008-05-14 Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer existing in the world. A lot of research and studies have been conducted for discovering and inventing the remedies for this serious disease. It is a type of harmful, malignant growth affecting the skin of about one million people in a year in U.S.A. There are several causes such as severe sun burns, long term exposure to Ultra violet rays and a lot of others. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=144081 2008-05-14 Chickenpox is caused by the varicella zoster virus. The same virus causes both chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (zoster). Varicella zoster virus is a member of the herpes virus family. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143268 2008-05-13 The human ear is composed of the inner ear, middle ear, and the outer ear. Ear infection can attack any of these parts and one part can usually infect the others. External otitis affects the outer ear some times it comes after cold or flu or some other kind of upper respiratory infection. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143272 2008-05-13 Blood pressure is the force in the arteries when the heart beats (systolic pressure) and when the heart is at rest (diastolic pressure). High blood pressure is a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg or higher. High blood pressure can betide in children or adults, but it's more common among people over age 35. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143312 2008-05-13 Belching is often caused by aerophagia, a medical term for swallowing air. Everyone carries a certain amount of air and other gases in the gastrointestinal tract all the time. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143332 2008-05-13 Dengue fever is a flu-like illness spread by the bite of an infected mosquito.Dengue hemorrhagic fever is a severe, often fatal, complication of dengue fever. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143348 2008-05-13 The stomach normally secretes acid that is essential in the digestive process. This acid helps in breaking down the food during digestion. When there is excess production of acid by the gastric glands of the stomach, it results in the condition known as acidity. Dyspepsia, heartburn and the formation of ulcers are some of the symptoms. It is more common in highly emotional and nervous individuals. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143009 2008-05-12 Athlete's foot is a very common infection that affects mostly men and young people. Athlete's foot attacks the area between toes, soles of feet fingernails and toenails. This infection is cause by a fungus called tinea pedis it lives off the dead skin cells, and thrives in moist, warm places, such as gyms, locker rooms http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143011 2008-05-12 Malaria is an infection of the blood that is carried from person to person by mosquitoes. The disease has been recognized for thousands of years and once was found almost everywhere except in the most northern areas of the world. Malaria has been wiped out in North America, Western Europe, and Russia. It remains a serious problem in much of the tropical and subtropical world. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143004 2008-05-12 The primary purpose of a good shampoo is to rid the hair of any residues including dirt and oil. Clarifying shampoos are specifically formulated to remove product build up while deep-penetrating, cream based moisturizing shampoos nourish dry, premed or color treated hair. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143013 2008-05-12 Jaundice is not a disease but rather a sign that can occur in many different diseases. Jaundice is the yellowish staining of the skin and sclerae (the whites of the eyes) that is caused by high levels in blood of the chemical bilirubin. The color of the skin and sclerae vary depending on the level of bilirubin. When the bilirubin level is mildly elevated, they are yellowish. When the bilirubin level is high, they tend to be brown. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=143015 2008-05-12 Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. While the lining of the stomach is quite strong and can withstand strong acid, drinking too much alcohol, eating spicy foods, or smoking can cause the lining to become inflamed and irritated. Gastritis is a broad term for inflammation or irritation of the lining of the stomach. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142635 2008-05-10 Cirrhosis is a term that refers to a group of chronic diseases of the liver in which normal liver cells are damaged and replaced by scar tissue, decreasing the amount of normal liver tissue. The distortion of the normal liver structure by the scar tissue interferes with the flow of blood through the liver http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142639 2008-05-10 In one aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating fatigue, neurobehavioral slowing and other cognitive disorders and defects due to cancers and treatments associated with cancers, and similar conditions. In a further aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating disorders related to menopause, including executive function defects. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142642 2008-05-10 Pyorrhea or periodontitis refers to an advanced stage of periodontal disease in which the ligaments and bones that support the teeth become inflamed and infected. It is usually a result of gingivitis, a periodontal disease that infects the gum through plaque leading to the formation of a pocket between the teeth that trap the plaque. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142645 2008-05-10 Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection caused by a germ called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but they can also damage other parts of the body. TB spreads through the air when a person with TB of the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes or talks. If you have been exposed, you should go to your doctor for tests. You are more likely to get TB if you have a weak immune system. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142646 2008-05-10 Try a cool compress. While a thin coating of mild, water-based moisturizing lotion may help stop the itching, cool compresses sometimes work better. Make a compress by dipping a washcloth in a mixture of one teaspoon of baking soda per cup of cool water. Apply to the rash for five to ten minutes. Do this four or five times a day. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142361 2008-05-09 Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet, and the nails. Its name is a bit of confusion as it has nothing to do with worms. The name comes from the red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin. Ringworm is also called Tinea. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142363 2008-05-09 Create a soothing and relaxing environment in the bathroom by using tea lights and scented candles, as it will create a peaceful environment. For mental and emotional renewal, make your bathroom truly enticing. To ensure this simple but essential cleansing ritual can also be an unhurried luxury, you must first remove the kids, take the phone off the hook, and clean away clutter. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142367 2008-05-09 The best thing that works for a burn like this is a slice of tomato. Just cut the tomato into wedges use one slice and rub over the burned area. The acid from the tomato takes the pain away and the burn will not blister. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142370 2008-05-09 Kidney stones form when there is a decrease in urine volume or an excess of stone-forming substances in the urine. The most common type of kidney stone contains calcium in combination with either oxalate or phosphate. Other chemical compounds that can form stones in the urinary tract include uric acid and the amino acid cystine. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142373 2008-05-09 The gallbladder is a 3 to 4 inch-long pear-shaped organ located on the right side of the body, directly under the liver. One of the functions of the liver is to remove poisonous substance from blood so that they can be excreted from the body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142014 2008-05-08 Flatulence is a common problem that affects everyone at some time or other. It occurs when you need to drive out the excess air that builds up in your body. The gut from oesophagus to rectum contains a lot of gases, but mainly of nitrogen and oxygen, which is produced during eating and talking. Carbon dioxide is produced when the acid present in the stomach comes into contact with bile and juices from the pancreas. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142019 2008-05-08 Apply a paste of powdered fenugreek and milk on your dark circles and leave it overnight. Fenugreek is an herb found in many home remedies for healing skin ailments. It can be purchased at a local health food store. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142022 2008-05-08 Body rash is an inflammation on the surface of the skin. Due to this, the skin color and texture changes. It is often associated with itching, stinging or a burning sensation. This sudden outbreak of rashes could be due to a new cosmetic cream, allergic food reaction or an irritation. Allergies can be caused by food, plants, animals, insects or any chemicals. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142023 2008-05-08 Itch is an irritation in the skin that elicits an urge to scratch. Itches are a common problem and can be localized (limited to one area of the body) or generalized (occurring all over the body or in several different areas). The medical term for itching is pruritus. Generalized itch, for obvious reasons, is more difficult to treat than localized itch. Itches can also occur with or without skin lesions (for example, bumps or blisters). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=142040 2008-05-08 Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. People who have celiac disease cannot tolerate a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten is found mainly in foods but may also be found in products we use every day, such as stamp and envelope adhesive, medicines, and vitamins. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141660 2008-05-07 Depression exists in the emotional part of the brain. Brainswitching uses basic mental exercises to switch the neuronal activity from the emotional part of the brain (the subcortex) to the thinking part of the brain (the neocortex) which does not have the capacity for depression. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141666 2008-05-07 Depression is perhaps the most common of all mental health problems, currently felt to affect one in every four adults to some degree. Depression is a problem with mood/feeling in which the mood is described as sad, feeling down in the dumps, being blue, or feeling low. While the depressed mood is present http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141669 2008-05-07 Postpartum Depression is a type of depression that a mother experiences immediately after childbirth. It is more serious and lasts longer than 'baby blues'.Postpartum depression occurs in approximately 10 percent of childbearing women. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141673 2008-05-07 Snoring is a dysfunction that is caused in the mechanism of the human body. The muscles in your soft palate, throat and tongue relax when you are in deep sleep, closing the airway partially. If the muscles in the throat relax enough, the air coming in and out of the lungs through this airway gets obstructed http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141677 2008-05-07 Appendicitis means inflammation of the appendix. It is thought that appendicitis begins when the opening from the appendix into the cecum becomes blocked. The blockage may be due to a build-up of thick mucus within the appendix or to stool that enters the appendix from the cecum. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141296 2008-05-06 Palpitations are heartbeat sensations that feel like pounding or racing. You may have an unpleasant awareness of your own heartbeat. You may feel like- There's skipped or stopped in heart beats. It can be felt in your chest, throat, or neck. A palpitation is an awareness of the beating of the heart. It can also refer to a shaking motion. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141309 2008-05-06 Sunburn is an acute cutaneous inflammatory reaction that follows excessive exposure of the skin to ultraviolet radiation. Sunburn is literally a burn on your skin. It is a burn from ultraviolet radiation. The consequence of this burn is inflammation of the skin. Almost everyone has been sunburned or will become sunburned at some time. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141310 2008-05-06 Vomiting or vemesis is a biological defense mechanism. It is a reflex activity, which refers to the forceful oral expulsion of stomach contents. The actual function of vomiting is to remove toxic or harmful substances from the body after ingestion. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141314 2008-05-06 Urticaria is usually caused by straight contact with an allergenic substance, or an immune reaction to food or some other allergen, but can also appear for other reasons. Urticarial disease is supposed to be caused by the release of histamine and other mediators of inflammation (cytokines) from cells in the skin. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=141321 2008-05-06 The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is spread by blood-to-blood contact. No vaccine against hepatitis C is available. The symptoms of infection can be medically managed, and a proportion of patients can be cleared of the virus by a long course of anti-viral medicines. Although early medical intervention is helpful, people with HCV infection often experience mild symptoms, and consequently do not seek treatment. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140540 2008-05-03 http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140541 2008-05-03 Almost everyone overeats on occasion, having seconds or thirds of a holiday meal or devouring an entire bag of chips while watching a scary movie. Sometimes, though, overeating becomes a regular occurrence, shrouded in shame and secrecy. It's called binge-eating disorder, a serious eating disorder in which you frequently consume unusually large amounts of food. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140652 2008-05-03 Gums are pinky and spongy structures, essential to hold and protect teeth. They adhere to the teeth very closely for sealing to prevent entry or spreading of the infection inside, to the root of the teeth or jaw bone. Due to ageing or disease, gums get weakened and recessed, paving way for falling of the teeth, so in all this process of receding, the teeth seem to be elongated, sensitive and feel shaky with bleeding. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140654 2008-05-03 Lichen planus (LP) is a pruritic, papular eruption characterized by its violaceous color; polygonal shape; and, sometimes, fine scale. It is most commonly found on the flexor surfaces of the upper extremities, on the genitalia, and on the mucous membranes. LP is most likely an immunologically mediated reaction. See Oral Lichen Planus for more information on this variant of LP. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140657 2008-05-03 Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, heart, lungs, blood, kidneys and brain. Normally the body's immune system makes proteins called antibodies, to protect the body against viruses, bacteria, and other foreign materials. These foreign materials are called antigens. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140685 2008-05-03 Pinworm is the most common worm infection in the United States. School-age children, followed by preschoolers, have the highest rates of infection. In some groups nearly 50% of children are infected. Infection often occurs in more than one family member. Adults are less likely to have pinworm infection, except mothers of infected children. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140687 2008-05-03 The ear consists of three parts: the external, middle, and interior ear. The external ear also consists of three parts—the auricle, the auditory canal, and the tympanic membrane. The auricle (pronounced OR-uh-kull) is the outermost part of the ear; the part you can see attached to the sides of your head. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140369 2008-05-02 Mastoiditis is an infection of the spaces within the mastoid bone. It is almost always associated with otitis media, an infection of the middle ear. In the most serious cases, the bone itself becomes infected. It may spread into small cavities in the bone, blocking their drainage. Very severe cases infect the whole middle ear cleft. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140371 2008-05-02 Apple cider vinegar has long been used as a health aid for weight loss and circulatory health. It is a very safe supplement, even for children. There are no known side effects resulting from using it. It is obtained from the fermentation of apple juice. The fermentation provides alcoholic apple cider that is combined with oxygen to produce acetic acid. The pH of ACV (apple cider vinegar) is very beneficial for the body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140373 2008-05-02 Omega 3 fish oils have received some negative publicity recently. There were scares over potential contamination in fresh oily fish by mercury, though this has been refuted as an overly exaggerated issue. And more recently, a meta study, which is a 'study of studies', was published online that seemed to suggest that omega 3 benefits for heart health and cancer were not true. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140375 2008-05-02 Sydenham's chorea is a neurologic movement disorder characterized by irregular, abrupt, relatively rapid involuntary movements (i.e., chorea) of muscles of the face, neck, trunk, and arms and legs (limbs). Additional findings often include diminished muscle tone (hypotonia), muscle weakness, and emotional and behavioral disturbances, particularly obsessive-compulsive behaviors. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140376 2008-05-02 Stress is a psychological and physiological response to events that upset our personal balance in some way. When faced with a threat, whether to our physical safety or emotional equilibrium, the body's defenses kick into high gear in a rapid, automatic process known as the “fight-or-flight” response. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140116 2008-05-01 Medication or no, your first response to angina should be to sit down and relax, says Dr. Ouyang. If you're having an arterial spasm, it will subside in a minute or two and release its grip on your artery. If clogged arteries are to blame, relief upon resting may suggest that whatever you were doing when the pain hit required more oxygen than your clogged arteries could deliver. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140109 2008-05-01 Bed wetting can be a terrible problem for a growing boy (or girl, of course, though the disorder is comparatively uncommon among them). As he grows up, there are more and more opportunities and requirements for him to spend nights away from home, and the child with this problem has to find excuses all the time. Even within the home, the teasing and humiliation can be merciless. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140108 2008-05-01 Itching is a tingling or uneasy irritation of the skin that makes you want to scratch the affected area. When itching is generalized and persistent, medical help may be needed to determine and treat the cause. Generalized itch, for obvious reasons, is more difficult to treat. Itches can also occur with or without skin lesions (e.g., bumps or blisters). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140102 2008-05-01 Canker sores are small ulcers that can appear inside your mouth, on your gums, tongue, throat, or on the insides of your cheeks. When the ulcers burst, they leave behind a painful open sore or lesion. And, sometimes, people with canker sores will suffer from other symptoms, including fever, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=140104 2008-05-01 Burning eyes affects about 30% of reading glasses wearers at one time or another. It is the commonest symptom of dry eyes. Most just suffer in silence, but there are simple steps that can be taken to help the condition. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139476 2008-04-29 Chest pain is merely a symptom, not a diagnosis. Many medical problems can cause chest pain, and before the chest pain can be adequately treated, the actual underlying cause needs http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139479 2008-04-29 Breast Enlargement is the specialty of Top10herbal. We offer the latest information about breast enlargement, breast enhancement, breast pills, and natural breast augmentation alternatives and more importantly the companies that provide these products. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139485 2008-04-29 Strep throat, also called acute streptococcal pharyngitis, is an infection with group A streptococcus bacteria that causes a sore throat. Strep throat is most common in children between the ages of 5 and 15, but it affects people of all ages. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139489 2008-04-29 What’s the cause of nervous exhaustion? Chronic stress. When you experience stress, your body produces adrenal hormones that excite your nervous system. Whether you're late paying the mortgage or a Bengal tiger is chasing you, the result is the same – rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, and emotional agitation. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139493 2008-04-29 Swelling of the lower leg and ankle is a common problem. Determining the cause of ankle swelling is the first step to finding effective treatment. Once the cause of the ankle swelling is determined, effective treatment can be initiated. Painless swelling of the feet and ankles is a common problem, particularly in older people. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139123 2008-04-28 It may affect both legs and may include the calves or even the thighs. But, most importantly, cut down on processed foods and fast foods, all of which are overflowing with salt. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139125 2008-04-28 A tendency toward water retention indicates a weakness in the adrenals/kidneys, the circulatory system or possibly the heart. Fluid retention or bloat that seems to be a menopausal and premenstrual problem is easily remedied, says Susun Weed. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139128 2008-04-28 The androgenic hormones, particularly testosterone, that increase at puberty, and the surge of premenstrual hormones, trigger increased production of sebum in the sweat glands. The pores become clogged with both sebum and dead skin cells creating a prime breeding ground for bacteria. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139130 2008-04-28 If you find yourself waking up with sore jaw muscles or a headache, you may be suffering from bruxism — the grinding and clenching of teeth. Bruxism can cause teeth to become painful or loose, and sometimes parts of the teeth are literally ground away. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=139133 2008-04-28 Sweating is our body's natural way of keeping cool and disposing waste matter. We may occasionally sweat in larger amounts when the surrounding temperature is warm, or when we get anxious or nervous. But if you are actively seeking for ways to stop excessive underarm sweating, you might be suffering from hyperhidrosis. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138826 2008-04-26 Acupuncture has been effectively used for the treatment of back pain, headache, migraine, and sports injuries. However, acupuncture provides more than pain relief. It is helpful in treating anxiety, insomnia, digestive problems, abdominal, menstrual cramps, weight control, infertility and much, much more. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138827 2008-04-26 Dressing the part as well as doing your makeup with natural colours helps you to blend in well with your environment and perfectly complement the earthy tones of autumn. When you wear clothing and makeup that clashes with the season, you can do a disservice to your complexion and presence. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138828 2008-04-26 Whole grain foods are rich in vitamins of the B complex. There are many functions that the B complex vitamins do for the body, but where skin is concerned, these vitamins help in the division and maturation of the cells. As the cells of the top layer of the skin constantly keep dying out, it is the B complex vitamins who give rise to new cells. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138829 2008-04-26 Blow dryers and styling appliances can always damage your hairs so try and make it possible to use a natural way for hair drying. Get your hair styling done in a professional manner to minimize the styling experiment you often do with your hairs. And don't forget to keep your hairs covered whenever you are out in sun. You skin will always be thankful to you if you try to stay in shade hence protecting your hairs and skin from harmful UV rays and heat. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138830 2008-04-26 If you are looking for a way to create the illusion of fuller lips by using makeup you can easily do that with a lip pencil. Choose a lip pencil that is close to your natural color as possible. Carefully line the lips with the lip pencil drawing the outside the natural line of your lips. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138528 2008-04-25 The secret of green tea lies in the fact it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful anti-oxidant: besides inhibiting the growth of cancer cells, it kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. It has also been effective in lowering LDL cholesterol levels, and inhibiting the abnormal formation of blood clots. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138530 2008-04-25 The treatment is related to the cause, if the cause can be determined. If there is an obvious physical or psychological disorder causing insomnia, it should be treated. Depression is a very common cause of insomnia and can usually be treated with medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, or interpersonal therapy http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138532 2008-04-25 Colds with or without cough usually are caused by a virus. Antibiotics are not effective against viruses. Colds cannot be cured, but cold symptoms can be treated with over-the-counter medications. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138533 2008-04-25 Try adding a glass of milk and a hard-boiled egg to your daily diet. Both are high in zinc, which is great for your nails, especially if your nails are spotted with white, a sign of low zinc intake. Calcium, iron and silica are other compounds that you need to check that you are getting enough of in your diet. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138539 2008-04-25 An ulcer is any break in the skin or in a mucous membrane. Mucous membrane is a thin tissue that lines the interior surface of body openings. The term ulcer is used most commonly to refer to ulcers that occur in the upper part of the digestive system, such as peptic ulcers. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138184 2008-04-24 The aloe plant belongs to the onion/garlic family and there are about three hundred species of aloe Vera. However the most important one is Aloebadensis Miller. Aloe contains almost 20 amino acids, vital minerals like calcium, magnesium and sodium in sufficient quantities, enzymes, vitamins, polysaccharides, nitrogen and other components which make it a miracle substance. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138183 2008-04-24 The mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years. Over the years mango groves have spread to many parts of the tropical and sub-tropical world, where the climate allows the mango to grow best. Mango trees are evergreens that will grow to 60 feet tall. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138191 2008-04-24 Regardless of whether you are a man or a woman, you should be mindful that you are getting enough of the essential vitamins for hair loss prevention. Contrary to popular belief, hair loss affects just as many women as it does men, and should be treated with an ounce of prevention before it occurs. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138189 2008-04-24 Diet is of utmost importance in the treatment of ulcer. The diet should be so arranged as to provide adequate nutrition to afford rest to the disturbed organs, to maintain continuous neutralization of the gastric acid, to inhibit the production of acid and to reduce mechanical and chemical irritation. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=138187 2008-04-24 Multiple sclerosis is a disease that may affect any area of the brain and spinal cord. Multiple sclerosis does not affect nerve cells. Multiple sclerosis affects transmission of electrical signals to nerve cells. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137857 2008-04-23 Chlamydia is a common transmitted disease (STD). It caused by the bacterium, Chlamydia trachomatis, which can damage a woman's reproductive organs. Name "chlamydia" is derived from the Greek word "chlamys," which was a kind of cloak worn by men in anci http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137854 2008-04-23 http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137903 2008-04-23 Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common problem with the intestines. In people with IBS, the intestines squeeze too hard or not hard enough and cause food to move too quickly or too slowly through the intestines. IBS usually begins around age 20 and is more common in women. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137855 2008-04-23 Paget's disease is a metabolic bone disease, occurring in the middle aged and elderly peoples. The other name of Paget's disease is osteitis deformans. It is a chronic condition in which both the breakdown and formation of bone tissue are increased, which result in deformity. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137856 2008-04-23 Constipation is usually associated with three things, the pain in bowel movement and the inability to have bowel movement after a long period of straining in the stool and the absence of bowel movement after several days, which is generally three days or more. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137518 2008-04-22 Soda crackers are an old folk cure that actually works. Soda crackers (preferably unsalted) are bland, they digest easily, and they absorb stomach acid. They also contain bicarbonate of soda and cream of tartar, which neutralize the acid. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137513 2008-04-22 The most common kind of sleep apnea is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome. Sleep apnea means "cessation of breath." It is characterized by repetitive episodes of upper airway obstruction that occur during sleep, usually associated with a reduction in blood oxygen saturation. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137510 2008-04-22 Use Strawberry hair mask: mash eight strawberries with one-tablespoon mayonnaise. Massage this into washed but damp hair. Cover it with a shower cap and then a warm towel. Wash out with a shampoo and then condition. This mask will give your hair a rich gloss. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137508 2008-04-22 Most fruits and vegetables are high in potassium. Potassium regulates electrolytes in the body and has the ability to get rid of uric acid crystals from the blood. Potassium-rich fruits are bananas, avocados, apricots and cantaloupe. High-potassium vegetables include spinach, potatoes, asparagus, beets and pumpkin. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137512 2008-04-22 Brachial plexus is a network of nerves that conducts signals or movement from the spinal cord to the arm and hand. A Brachial plexus injury is a nerve injury - an avulsion, rupture, neuroma or praxis to these nerves. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137251 2008-04-21 Many people get into problems with their partners, because they expect their partners to read their minds, always be there for them when they need them, magically know all of their needs, feelings, and frustrations, and automatically be whoever they need their partner to be at the specific moment they need them to be. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137250 2008-04-21 Colon cleansing can alleviate aches and pains and their causes Colon cleansing or intestine irrigation promotes optimal nutrient concentration and improved peristaltic activity by removing older mucoid accretion and toxins. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137248 2008-04-21 If you think one of your pierced ears may be infected, tell your mom or dad. An infected earlobe may be swollen, red, warm, and painful, and it may ooze fluid called pus. Don't wait for it to get better by itself because the infection may spread and make you sick. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137245 2008-04-21 Yoga, a cheerful practice differs from other forms of work out that includes motions that do not cause sprain on any organ of body. It is not an aerobic work out, but it utilizes almost every muscle in the body as well as other organs. Meditation all through Yoga can improve attentiveness. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=137253 2008-04-21 Your muscles need 48 hours to recover after a weight training workout. During this period the muscle development you are training for takes place – each time you work them out your muscles should come back that bit stronger. You need to allow the time for this muscle recovery and should leave at least 48 hours after working a muscle before you work it again. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136935 2008-04-19 Himalayan salt is the cleanest salt accessible on the planet to present extraordinary health benefits. Himalayan stone salt is pristine and normal. It consists of the almost ideal geometric system potential in stone crystals. The outcome of millions of years of compression under the Earth’s surface. Its has exact mesh with our system’s inner workings. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136933 2008-04-19 Rose Hip Oil applied twice a day every day for about three months reduces scratch tissues, helps to forbid and cut stint marks, attenuates wrinkles & age spots. Rosehip Seed Oil offer superior results in improving the show of scars, including rind that has been burned or exposed to radiotherapy. Rose Hip Oil can be used in face oils, creams, lotions and massage oils. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136930 2008-04-19 Bath and Body Skincare is simply sublime or exotic, and is inspired by nature. These fragrances are crafted by perfumes and a variety of cologne sprays. The fragrance you discover after its use is as unique as you are. Each of these perfumes, shower gels, candles, brushes and colognes are inspired by flowers, herbs, and botanical extracts. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136929 2008-04-19 Plantar warts are noncancerous skin growths on the soles of your feet caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters your body through tiny cuts and breaks in your skin. Plantar warts often develop beneath pressure points in your feet, such as the heels or balls of your feet. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136928 2008-04-19 Bleaching agents, the most conventional treatment for freckles, have limited success in masking the appearance of freckles. Bleaching agents attempt to fade the freckles to a color approximating that of the surrounding skin. However, they can sometimes lighten or darken the skin surrounding the freckles, calling even more attention to the spots. Occasionally, bleaching agents cause rashes or chemical burns. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136693 2008-04-18 Health and Fitness has now become one of the major concerns. Earlier humans used to hunt for their living, due to which their body had to undergo a lot of physical exercise. This made life active and alert. Now, life has become more simple and easy. Everything we need is just a phone call away. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136694 2008-04-18 The nutritional benefits of apple juice (as well as applesauce and many other apple products) are often underestimated because these foods are "quietly virtuous." When closely evaluating the nutritional composition of apple juice and other apple products http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136691 2008-04-18 Many of us have to train in the late afternoon or evening after work, and there is a tendency to eat more heavily during the day when you're anticipating a late ride or run. However, most of these workouts are 60-90 minutes in length, so you really don't need a huge amount of fuel for them. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136695 2008-04-18 Tinnitus is a condition that is commonly found in both the young and old. But what is tinnitus? Tinnitus is the perception of a ringing sound in the ears that can be heard only by the person experiencing the tinnitus. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136697 2008-04-18 Stuttering is a speech disorder in which the normal flow of speech is disrupted by frequent repetitions or prolongations of speech sounds, syllables or words or by an individual's inability to start a word. The speech disruptions may be accompanied by rapid eye blinks, tremors of the lips and/or jaw or other struggle behaviors of the face or upper body that a person who stutters may use in an attempt to speak. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136457 2008-04-17 Omega-3 fatty acids are important building blocks of our cell membranes, signaling pathways and neurological systems. They play a critical role in many functions in the body and are essential for good health. These health effects were noted at first by studying the Inuit Indians, which ate a diet of marine and fish wildlife and had a significantly reduced risk of heart disease. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136455 2008-04-17 Facial exercises do not cause wrinkles if done correctly - they actually help to make women and men look younger for longer, without a surgical facelift, by toning facial muscles. Surgical facelifts can be effective, but this type of cosmetic surgery is expensive, and can be traumatic. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136454 2008-04-17 Any bath oils containing extracts of Vitamin E, when added to your favorite aromatic oil, can help the essential oil to linger on the surface of the water faster and usually can be placed under hot running water. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136449 2008-04-17 Fungi live on all surfaces of our bodies. Under certain conditions, they cause infections, particularly in warm and moist areas. The symptoms and appearances of a fungal skin infection depend on the type of fungus causing it and the part of the body affected. Fungal infections can affect not only the skin, but the fingernails and scalp. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136441 2008-04-17 Healthy eating is important for everyone, but it is particularly important if you have a chronic illness, such as multiple sclerosis. Good nutrition, especially adequate calories and protein, helps maintain your body's store of protein, provide energy, heal wounds, and fight infection. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136165 2008-04-16 Apply a light oil-free, matte foundation to your skin during the day, and when it gets oily, wipe your skin with tissue and reapply the foundation. Remember that certain compact powders may not suit you, so if you start getting a few pimples after using compact, try another brand. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136162 2008-04-16 Hair extensions are a great way to adorn your lifestyle so have fun and treat yourself. They make your hair look gorgeous. Hair Extensions is quick way to get longer and fuller hair. There are many types of Hair Extensions on the market, but two main types of application methods: http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136166 2008-04-16 Take henna powder, around 4-5 tbsp if you want to apply it only around the area which has gray hair and more if you want to apply to your entire scalp. Make a thin paste of henna powder by adding juice of lemon, a tbsp of curd, a tsp of coffee powder (optional), the water of tea leaves and amla mixture which you prepared earlier. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136163 2008-04-16 Bee pollen consists of plant pollens collected by worker bees combined with plant nectar and bee saliva. Bee Pollen is gathered from pollen laden bees by a special device placed at the entrance of the hive. The device is designed to brush the material from the bees' legs. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=136160 2008-04-16 Chorea is an abnormal voluntary movement disorder, one of a group of neurological disorders called dyskinesias, which are caused by overactivity of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the areas of the brain that control movement. Chorea is characterized by brief, irregular contractions that are not repetitive or rhythmic, but appear to flow from one muscle to the next. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135816 2008-04-15 Colitis (also called ulcerative colitis) is an acute or chronic inflammation of the membrane lining the colon—your large intestine or bowel. Colitis causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the top layers of the lining of the large intestine. Ulcerative colitis rarely affects the small intestine except for the lower section, called the ileum. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135819 2008-04-15 Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. One in three people older than 60 and half of those older than 85 have hearing loss. Hearing problems can make it hard to understand and follow a doctor’s advice, to respond to warnings, and to hear doorbells and alarms. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135822 2008-04-15 Hives are red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin. An allergic reaction to a drug or food usually causes them. Allergic reactions cause your body to release chemicals that can make your skin swell up in hives. People who have other allergies are more likely to get hives than other people. Other causes include infections and stress. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135824 2008-04-15 Hyperpigmentation is a common, usually harmless condition in which patches of skin become darker in color than the normal surrounding skin. This darkening occurs when an excess of melanin, the brown pigment that produces normal skin color, forms deposits in the skin. Hyperpigmentation can affect the skin color of people of any race. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135827 2008-04-15 Acne is a skin condition which has plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), inflamed pimples (pustules), and deeper lumps (nodules). Acne occurs on the face, as well as the neck, chest, back, shoulders, and upper arms. Although most teenagers get some form of acne, adults in their 20's, 30's, 40's, or even older, can develop acne. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135004 2008-04-12 Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder named for German physician Alois Alzheimer, who first described it in 1906. Scientists have learned a great deal about Alzheimer’s disease in the century since Dr. Alzheimer first drew attention to it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135006 2008-04-12 A tremor is an involuntary movement or shaking of any body part (even your head or voice may be involved). It is often most noticeable in your hands. Essential tremor is common in older people. Essential tremor is rarely present when the hands are not being used. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135008 2008-04-12 Hypotonia is a condition of abnormally low muscle tone (the amount of tension or resistance to movement in a muscle), often involving reduced muscle strength. Hypotonia is not a specific medical disorder, but a potential manifestation of many different diseases and disorders that affect motor nerve control by the brain or muscle strength. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135009 2008-04-12 Thyroid cancer can occur in any age group, although it is most common after age 30 and its aggressiveness increases significantly in older patients. The majority of patients present with a nodule on their thyroid which typically does not cause symptoms. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=135010 2008-04-12 The disease can begin many years before it is eventually diagnosed. In its early stages, short-term memory loss is the most common symptom, often initially thought to be caused by aging or stress by the sufferer. Later symptoms include confusion, anger, mood swings, http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134743 2008-04-11 Cervical cancer: malignant cancer of the cervix uteri or cervical area. It may present with vaginal bleeding but symptoms may be absent until the cancer is in its advanced stages, which has made cervical cancer the focus of intense screening efforts using the Pap smear. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134746 2008-04-11 Schizophrenia, from the Greek roots schizein "to split" and phrēn, phren- "mind", is a psychiatric diagnosis that describes a mental illness characterized by impairments in the perception or expression of reality http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134747 2008-04-11 The sinuses (say: sy-nus-is) are air-filled spaces found in the bones of the head and face. Sinuses start developing before you are born and some of them keep growing until you're about 20. There are four pairs of sinuses, or eight in all. They are located on either side of the nose in your cheeks, behind and between the eyes, in the forehead, and at the back of the nasal cavity. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134749 2008-04-11 Vulvar cancer is a relatively rare diagnosis, representing about 5% of all gynecologic cancers, and only about 1% of all female cancers in general. There are about 3,500 new cases reported annually in the US and approximately 900 death a year attributed to this disease. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134750 2008-04-11 Swelling of the lower leg and ankle is a common problem. Determining the cause of ankle swelling is the first step to finding effective treatment. Once the cause of the ankle swelling is determined, effective treatment can be initiated. Painless swelling of the feet and ankles is a common problem, particularly in older people. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134387 2008-04-10 Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products) which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134390 2008-04-10 Bowel cancer may also be called rectal, colorectal or colon cancer. However, once the cancer has spread beyond the wall of the bowel, it becomes harder to treat. The bowel cancer statistics on these pages are designed for use by health professionals. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134394 2008-04-10 Brain cancer is a disease of the brain where cancer cells (malignant) grow in the brain tissue. Cancer cells grow to form a mass of cancer tissue (tumor) that interferes with brain tissue functions such as muscle control, sensation, memory, and other normal body functions. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134395 2008-04-10 A hernia may be likened to a failure in the sidewall of a pneumatic tire. The tire's inner tube behaves like the organ and the side wall like the body cavity wall providing the restraint. A weakness in the sidewall allows a bulge to develop, which can become a split, allowing the inner tube to protrude, and leading to the eventual failure of the tire. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134397 2008-04-10 Breast tenderness during pregnancy is a very common thing. In fact, it is often one of the very first signs that you are pregnant. Breast tenderness simply refers to the soreness, swelling, and sensitivity that you feel in your breasts during pregnancy. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134028 2008-04-09 The ear is one of the most significant parts of the human body and is separated into three different sections: The outer ear, middle ear and inner ear. Hearing and stability are the two main functions performed by the human ear. Each part of the ear is used either for hearing or for balance. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134031 2008-04-09 Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skin's oil glands (sebaceous glands), which leads to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits. Acne lesions usually occur on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134032 2008-04-09 The prostate is a gland. It helps make semen, the fluid that contains sperm. The prostate surrounds the tube that carries urine away from the bladder and out of the body. A young man's prostate is about the size of a walnut. It slowly grows larger with age. If it gets too large, it can cause problems. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134034 2008-04-09 Sore nipples are usually due to one or both of two causes. Either the baby is not positioned and latched properly, or the baby is not suckling properly, or both. However, babies learn to suck properly by getting milk from the breast when they are latched on well. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=134037 2008-04-09 Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be divided into upper tract infections, which involve the kidneys, and lower tract infections, which involve the bladder, urethra, or prostate. However, in practice, and particularly in children, differentiating between the sites may be difficult or impossible. Moreover, infection often moves from one area to the other. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133727 2008-04-08 A bladder infection is also called a urinary tract infection (UTI) by most medical people, so if you hear both names, don't get scared or confused. It's a bacterial infection that affects any part of the urinary tract. Although urine contains a variety of fluids. salts, and waste products, it normally does not have bacteria in it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133729 2008-04-08 A migraine can be disabling — with symptoms so severe, all you can think about is finding a dark, quiet place to lie down. Up to 17 percent of women and 6 percent of men have experienced a migraine. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133732 2008-04-08 Osteoporosis is accelerated bone loss. Normally, there is loss of bone mass with aging, perhaps 0.7% per year in adults. However, bone loss is greater in women past menopause than in men of the same age. The process of bone remodelling from resorption to matrix synthesis to mineralization normally takes about 8 months--a slow but constant process. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133733 2008-04-08 Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis of the spine. It causes swelling between your vertebrae, which are the disks that make up your spine, and in the joints between your spine and pelvis. Ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease. This means your immune system, which normally protects your body from infection, attacks your body's own tissues. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133734 2008-04-08 Cosmetic surgery, is a subspecialty of medicine and surgery that uniquely restricts itself to the enhancement of appearance through surgical and medical techniques. It is specifically concerned with maintaining normal appearance, restoring it, or enhancing it beyond the average level toward some aesthetic ideal. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133349 2008-04-07 Kidney infection (pyelonephritis) is a specific type of urinary tract infection (UTI) that generally begins in your urethra or bladder and travels up into your kidneys. If not treated properly, kidney infection can permanently damage your kidneys or spread to your bloodstream and cause a life-threatening infection. Prompt medical attention is required. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133351 2008-04-07 Leukemia is a cancer of blood-forming cells in the bone marrow. These deranged, immature cells accumulate in the blood and within organs of the body. They are not able to carry out the normal functions of blood cells. Normal blood contains 3 major groups of cells: white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133352 2008-04-07 Mental stress is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular events, including myocardial ischemia and sudden death possibly caused by catecholamine-induced increases in heart rate (HR) and blood pressure (BP) that result in enhanced myocardial oxygen demand. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133357 2008-04-07 Rheumatoid arthritis is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in your joints. It can affect any joint but is common in the wrist and fingers. More women than men get rheumatoid arthritis. It often starts between ages 25 and 55. You might have the disease for only a short time, or symptoms might come and go. The severe form can last a lifetime. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=133360 2008-04-07 Bed sores are a localized area of tissue injury that develops when soft tissue is compressed between a bony prominence and an external surface for a prolonged period of time. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132696 2008-04-04 Bruxism is the term that refers to an incessant grinding and clenching of the teeth, unintentionally, and at inappropriate times. Bruxers (persons with bruxism) http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132700 2008-04-04 Eating disorders afflict millions of people, thousands of which will die from them yearly. There is good news though, eating disorders can be beaten. You do not have to be a prisoner to this anymore. You have the power within yourself to beat this and you will. Recovery takes a lot of time and hard work, but in the end it is all worth it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132703 2008-04-04 A mouth ulcer is the loss or erosion of part of the delicate tissue that lines the inside of the mouth (mucous membrane). Some of the causes include certain drugs, chemicals and infectious diseases such as herpes or thrush. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132704 2008-04-04 Vaginal yeast infections, also called "Candida vaginal infections," typically are caused by the Candida albicans fungus. During a lifetime, 75 percent of all women are likely to have at least one vaginal Candida infection, and up to 45 percent have two or more. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132708 2008-04-04 One of the most necessary things for any person is skin care. Depending on a person’s beliefs they will have different personal skin care routines. For some their personal routine involves going to their favorite parlor to beautify their skin. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132349 2008-04-03 Liquid nitrogen: Liquid nitrogen or cryotherapy is used to deep freeze the wart tissue. With liquid nitrogen applied to the wart, the water in the cells expands, thus exploding the infected tissue. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132351 2008-04-03 Greying is linked to pigment cells called melanocytes, Science reports. Hair loses its colour and turns silver when cells that spawn melanocytes die off, the team from Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute told the journal. Melanocytes also go awry and multiply uncontrollably in deadly skin cancers so the team hopes the findings could lead to a way to stop tumour growth. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132354 2008-04-03 Shingles also known as herpes zostrer. Shingles is a same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles can cause several problems with the eye and surrounding skin that may have long term effects. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132355 2008-04-03 Nobody ever would have thought that taking a diet rich in vitamins can help in curing depression. There are a variety of vitamin deficiencies that can lead to depression symptoms. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132357 2008-04-03 Bad breath, or halitosis, can be a major problem, especially when you're about to snuggle with your sweetie or whisper a joke to your friend. The good news is that bad breath can often be prevented with some simple steps. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132038 2008-04-02 Blood is a part of the body. Blood has different components sch as red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma. The red blood cells (RBC), platelets also called monocytes because it is belong to the “myeloid” group and other white blood cells belong to the “lymphoid” group. Lymphoid cells are affected. Disease progresses quickly. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132042 2008-04-02 When you are having an angry or upset moment, you can exercise which can be a great help to your overall being. Take out your frustration in the gym or simply go for a running spree, which can be a great stress reliever. You will be able to let go those angry feelings without hurting your loved ones. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132046 2008-04-02 There are eight B vitamins in vitamin B complex as well as several related substances. The eight vitamins are thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pyridoxine (B6), cobalamine (B12), folic acid, pantothenic acid and biotin. The other related substances include choline, inositol and para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132048 2008-04-02 Heat rash is a red or pink rash usually found on body areas covered by clothing. It can develop when the sweat ducts become blocked and swell and often leads to discomfort and itching. Heat rash is most common in babies, but may affect adults in hot, humid climates. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=132050 2008-04-02 Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) assists the body in the production of collagen, a basic component of connective tissues. Collagen is an important structural element in blood vessel walls, gums, and bones http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131681 2008-04-01 As blood flows through arteries it pushes against the inside of the artery walls. The more pressure the blood exerts on the artery walls, the higher the blood pressure will be. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131684 2008-04-01 Chapped lips are the result of our lips being too dry. Chronic chapped lips can result from nutritional deficiencies and dehydration, or over exposure to sun or cold and windy conditions. The explanation for severe and chronic dry lips is that our skin has lost its moisture retention capacity. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131690 2008-04-01 Colorectal cancer is a term used to describe cancers (lumps, growths, tumours) of the colon (the large intestine or bowel) and rectum. Together, they are one of the most common cancers in the world. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131693 2008-04-01 Combination/normal This skin type has medium pores, a smooth and even texture, good circulation, healthy color, may tend toward dryness on the cheeks while being oily in the t-zone. What you may not know is that combination skin is often a manifestation of the skin condition called seborrhea and its cousins, seborrheic eczema and seborrheic dermatitis. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131695 2008-04-01 A Muscle cramp is an involuntary, painful contraction of the muscles which produce a hard, bulging muscle. Muscle twitching, also called fasciculation is the result of spontaneous local muscle contractions that are involuntary. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130993 2008-03-29 A bacterium that occurs widely in nature and is a cause of botulism; it has six main types, A to F. Botulism is a rare but potentially very serious illness. The bacterium may be entered the body through wounds. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130996 2008-03-29 We all need saliva to moisten and cleanse our mouths and digest food. Saliva also prevents infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in the mouth. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130998 2008-03-29 Freckles are flat, circular small spots of melanin on human skin in people of fair complexion. The spots develop randomly on the skin, especially after repeated exposure to sunlight. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131003 2008-03-29 Intussusception is the infolding, like the closing of a telescope, of a segment of the small intestine into the adjacent but more distal ("downstream") segment of the intestine. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131008 2008-03-29 As a woman matures, skin care and makeup application changes but they always go hand in hand to create beauty. More focused attention to skin care is in order. "Less is more" when it comes to makeup. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130684 2008-03-28 An important aspect to healthy skin care is a diet containing the right food for healthy skin. What is the meaning of “the right food”? The right food refers to the type of foods that contain the key nutrients that benefit the skin the most. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130686 2008-03-28 Start with a freshly-washed face (and hands, too). Get a facial, or do one yourself. You want your face to be a clear and smooth canvas for you, the "artist," to do your art. Use a good deep cleansing mask. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130689 2008-03-28 Cold sores also called fever blisters. Cold sores are caused by a viral infection that attacks the skin and nervous system. . They are sometimes confused with impetigo, which usually develops between the nose and upper lip. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130690 2008-03-28 The basic function of you vagina is to provide a route from the outside of your vagina to your uterus and the rest of your internal reproductive system. The natural, acidic, pH of your vagina acts to prevent infections. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130334 2008-03-27 Chorea is an irregular, rapid, uncontrolled, involuntary, excessive movement that seems to move randomly from one part of the body to another. The affected child often appears fidgety or restless and unable to sit still. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130338 2008-03-27 The liver is an extremely important organ as it is the seat of the five digestive fires of the human body and also the converter of plasma into blood. So, from an Ayurvedic point of view, the liver is the master controller of the entire body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130339 2008-03-27 A hallucination occurs when environmental, emotional, or physical factors such as stress, medication, extreme fatigue, or mental illness cause the mechanism within the brain that helps to distinguish conscious perceptions from internal, memory-based perceptions to misfire. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130340 2008-03-27 Almost everyone has experienced one or more dreams that contain anxiety or outright fear. For some, unpleasant dreams or nightmares recur repeatedly; for others, the content may change while the theme remains the same, such as scenes of falling, or of being pursued or attacked, late or unprepared for a presentation or an exam, stuck in slow motion, unable to move or scream, or naked in public, to name a few common themes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130342 2008-03-27 Healthy hair is not only a pleasure to behold, it is pleasing to the person that has it. A single follicle on the human scalp produces approximately .35 millimeters of hair shaft per day. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130002 2008-03-26 Home hair removal by electric epilators, which encompass both needle and tweezer types, constitute yet one more way in which men and women employ to eliminate unwanted hair. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130008 2008-03-26 Dry skin has a low level of sebum and can be prone to sensitivity. Dry skin, also called xerosis, is a common problem. Dry skin types have to be extremely careful to protect their skin. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130010 2008-03-26 Life is full of chaos and hassle. In this, people have little time pay attention on themselves and consequently fall prey to many health problems. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130012 2008-03-26 Skincare is not just about face. Other parts of the body deserve the same kind of care and pampering. Just a little body massage with the right aroma oil will not only improve skin`s quality http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=130015 2008-03-26 Lyme disease is an inflammatory disease spread through a tick bite. Lyme disease is an infection caused by bacteria spirochete. The disease is carried by deer ticks and western black-legged ticks (found mostly on the Pacific Coast). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129648 2008-03-25 Practice relaxation. Ease muscle tension with this relaxation exercise: Place your elbows on your desk, palms facing up; let your weight fall forward and your head fall into your hands http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129653 2008-03-25 Indigestion is a condition that is frequently caused by eating too fast, especially by eating high-fat foods quickly. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129668 2008-03-25 At one time, doctors automatically treated all sore throats with antibiotics, both to cure the infection and to prevent dangerous complications such as rheumatic fever. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129671 2008-03-25 An Eye Stye (sty) is a common infection of the hair follicle of an eyelash. Due to eye styes it causes a sore similar to a pimple in the gland at the edge of the eyelid which leads to blockage of the hair follicles that may become swollen. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129679 2008-03-25 Throat cancer is a condition where cancer affects the vocal cords, voice box (larynx), or other areas of the throat. About 600 people in Victoria are diagnosed with cancer of the throat, mouth or nose each year. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129371 2008-03-24 Hormones are chemicals your body produces to regulate various functions. They do so by sending important messages and signals to various organs and tissues. When they work harmoniously, your body behaves in a predictable way. But if there is too much or too little of any one hormone, then imbalance occurs and you can begin to feel that something is wrong. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129373 2008-03-24 Insomnia is a common problem that may be temporary or chronic. As many as one in 10 Americans have chronic insomnia, and at least one in four has difficulty sleeping sometimes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129380 2008-03-24 Obesity means accumulation of excess fat on the body. Obesity is considered a chronic (long-term) disease, like high blood pressure or diabetes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129386 2008-03-24 The hip is a ball-and-socket joint, surrounded by large muscles. The ball, the round head of the femur (thigh bone), is set deeply in the acetabulum, a deep socket or cavity in the pelvis. The joint is very stable. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129389 2008-03-24 Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium. The initial infection causes an ulcer at the site of infection. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128646 2008-03-20 Your risk of developing exercise induced heartburn increases if you exercise too soon after a meal, particularly a large meal. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128647 2008-03-20 Wheatgrass is grown through a process known as sprouting. Sprouts are "complete foods" because they contain all other essential dietary nutrients, along with the enzymes to help assimilate them. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128650 2008-03-20 Gum disease is a bacterial infection of the gum tissue, it is a serious condition that starts as gingivitis and can progress to periodontitis. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128655 2008-03-20 Antifungal lacquer. If you have a mild to moderate infection of nail fungus, your doctor may prefer to prescribe an antifungal nail polish called ciclopirox (Penlac). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128659 2008-03-20 Anemia is a condition that develops when your blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells. These cells are the main transporters of oxygen to organs. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128210 2008-03-19 Hair loss usually occurs because of hormonal factors. As a consequence, biological events like puberty, pregnancy and menopause that effect female hormone levels can also cause female hair loss. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128214 2008-03-19 Mix 2 teaspoon of Fullers earth with 2 teaspoon of chilled rose water to a thick paste. Apply on the face with a brush, avoiding the delicate areas around the eyes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128216 2008-03-19 Skin should be cleaned frequently or infrequently, according to their needs. Toner is used to clean oil from the skin. You should invigorate your skin feel younger and rejuvenated, since because of age and other things like weather, pollution and other things harmful to the atmosphere, face and other parts of body starts slump and start showing wrinkles. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128218 2008-03-19 Dandruff particles are visible flakes of skin that have been continuously shed from the scalp. It is normal to shed some dead skin flakes as the skin is constantly renewing itself. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128220 2008-03-19 It is normal to lose 50-100 hairs a day, so it is not necessarily a worrying sign to see hairs fall out. There are various possible causes of hair loss http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127797 2008-03-18 The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it results from several related factors. One important factor is rising hormone levels. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127803 2008-03-18 Whether you call it bad breath or halitosis, it’s an unpleasant condition that’s cause for embarrassment. Some people with bad breath aren’t even aware there’s a problem. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127804 2008-03-18 Hepatitis is the Latin word for liver inflammation. It is characterised by the destruction of a number of liver cells and the presence of inflammatory cells in the liver tissue. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127806 2008-03-18 Blood is actually a liquid made up of several different cell types. One of the most important and most numerous cell types is the red blood cell. The purpose of the red blood cell is to deliver oxygen to the body. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127331 2008-03-17 Most people lose between 50 and 100 strands of hair daily, with little impact. As hairs fall out naturally, new hairs grow in. So there is no need to despair if you spot a hair or two in your sink. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127333 2008-03-17 Hepatitis is the Latin word for liver inflammation. It is characterised by the destruction of a number of liver cells and the presence of inflammatory cells in the liver tissue. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127335 2008-03-17 Vitamin C also known as, ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, dehydroascorbic acid, the antiscorbutic vitamin, L-xyloascorbic acid and L-threo-hex-2-uronic acidy-lactone, is a much talked about vitamin, with people claiming it as a cure-all for may diseases and problems - from cancer to the common cold. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127337 2008-03-17 In the four-odd years between the launch of the Olympus E-1 - the camera that heralded the first all-new SLR system for over a decade - and its successor the E-3, the DSLR landscape has changed beyond recognition, with prices dropping and capabilities soaring. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=124501 2008-03-08 Fujitsu's new flagship desktop replacement laptop spoils graphics professionals with a stunning work environment and tons of storage. That's one big thing it has in common with its predecessor, the Life Book N6420, but the newer N6460 is also a better entertainment unit http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=124503 2008-03-08 The DMC-FS3 features a new image-processing LSI, the Venus Engine IV, which contains a more advanced signal processing technology for rendering higher-quality images and produces a faster response time. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=124658 2008-03-08 The small MP3 player is incredibly lightweight and supports full-screen WMV video. MP3, WMA (protected and unprotected) and WAV files are all supported, and the player will display any JPEG photos you find yourself inclined to store on it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=124659 2008-03-08 The successor to last year's successful entry-level PowerShot A460, the new 7.1 megapixel A470 model has undergone a striking external makeover, matched dramatically by a number of key internal enhancements. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123944 2008-03-07 We spotted the P300 last December when it was scheduled for its launch in Korea, but LG has finally done the decent thing and brought it across to Europe. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123949 2008-03-07 In this Lenovo ThinkPad X300 Notebook PC Review "The Lenovo ThinkPad X300 is an ultra-portable 13.3? widescreen thin-and-light notebook. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123952 2008-03-07 Samsung Adidas Sport F110 is a thin and light 2.5G GPRS/EDGE slider equipped with 2? 240×320 QVGA 262K color TFT screen, 2 megapixel camera, FM radio and mp3 player. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123967 2008-03-07 The Lenovo ThinkPad X300 is an ultra-portable 13.3? widescreen thin-and-light notebook. Touting a thickness of less than 1-inch, 0.73” at its thinnest, the Lenovo ThinkPad X300 still packs a full list of features. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123491 2008-03-06 Vodafone and Nokia will make it easier to access the Internet quickly at the click of a button on the Nokia 6124 classic. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123495 2008-03-06 This review is for the new Hewlett-Packard Pavilion dv6227cl, which is currently being billed as an "Entertainment Notebook" by HP. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123512 2008-03-06 Olympus has introduced another tough digital camera with its Stylus 1030SW. They claim it can handle a drop from 6.6 feet, a dunk in water 33 feet deep, temperatures as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and crushing weight of up to 220 pounds. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123517 2008-03-06 The HP Compaq 2710p is a highly configurable convertible notebook with some ultracool features. It doesn't have a very fast processor or an integrated optical drive, but its battery life is fabulous and its screen is responsive http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123042 2008-03-05 Both the midtower and the slim chassis offer two hard drive bays (which you can populate with two 500GB drives for a 1TB of storage) and the option for a PCI Express graphics card (the half-height variety for the 530s and 531s units). http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123039 2008-03-05 Last year Canon added two more commanders in its army of cameras with the introduction of the A630 and A640. While they still include many of the same options as found in their predecessors http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123055 2008-03-05 The Toshiba Satellite R15-S822 ($1,549 direct) is not your typical tablet PC. Convertible tablets usually have 12-inch screens and small, lightweight frames. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123064 2008-03-05 The LG Viewty has been equipped with a 3-inch 262,144 colour touchscreen monitor. Average colour reproduction is fine. When a colorful object is captured, the colours are not well rendered on the monitor at times. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=120180 2008-02-27 The Sansa View is Scandisk’s flagship flash MP3 player with the ability to playback video on its 240x320 64k color screen. What makes the Sansa View interesting is its high capacity flash memory along with memory expansion putting it in close rivalry to hard drive based players. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=120185 2008-02-27 Dell sells two budget models, the Inspiron B120 and B130. Starting at approximately $500, the B120 is the least expensive laptop in Dell's portfolio and features a 14.1-inch wide-screen display, a low-end Intel Celeron processor, either 256MB or 512MB of RAM (we recommend shelling out for the 512MB), and a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=120191 2008-02-27 Sony has announced a successor to its DSC-H9 ’super zoom’ digital camera in the form of the 9.0 megapixel Cyber-Shot DSC-H50. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=120196 2008-02-27 Sony will soon release the A820, an upgraded version with Bluetooth, larger screen, and larger capacities. However, the A810 should not be pushed aside; it is still a very viable MP3 player that will still keep up with anything in its class. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119554 2008-02-26 Operating system selection has almost always locked consumers into the Microsoft Windows operating systems, but recently many manufacturers have started to offer Linux alternatives. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119555 2008-02-26 Nikon is pleased to announce the introduction of the Nikon COOLPIX P50, a new model which prioritizes photographic performance by blending orthodox camera styling with an advanced feature set and operating ease. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119556 2008-02-26 The iAudio A3 is Cowon's flagship PMP with a very thorough list of supported codecs in both music and video. The 800x480 16.7 million color screen is crisp and will do justice to your video collection. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119559 2008-02-26 The new NWZ-A810 and NWZ-S610 series of Walkman digital music players have a standard user interface that makes it easy to enjoy songs, videos or pictures. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119123 2008-02-25 A few days ago, Sony announced its NW-A820 Walkman player for release in Asia in March. Its European/US brother, the NWZ-A820, is now available for preorder on Sony Style for a few countries like Germany and Sweden. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119127 2008-02-25 The G600 is a fantastic phone. It combines fab looks with a superb 5 megapixel camera, a fully featured music player and 1 Gbyte of memory. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119350 2008-02-25 While it shares much with the Nokia N80 in terms of both design and functionality, Nokia's N95, the subject of this review, takes the capabilities of a mobile phone to a new level. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119351 2008-02-25 Slide the lid section upwards and the flat number pad is revealed. This is large, and easy enough to use. Opened, the phone is a generous 135mm tall. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118690 2008-02-23 Microsoft Zune 80 is the latest version of Zune generation from the company, which features 3.2” 320×240, 64k Color LCD, weighing 128 grams with size of 61.1 x 108.2 x 12.9 mm and also able to supports WMA, WMA Lossless, MP3, AAC as well as WMV, MPEG4, H.264. Microsoft also claims that the battery should lasts up to 30hrs Audio / 4hrs Video. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118697 2008-02-23 Apple has an uncanny ability to keep on making great products. Every time you think it's impossible to make improvements to their iPod music players, along comes another revamp that raises the bar yet again.And with the design and desirability of the latest batch, it has excelled itself once again, especially with the new nano. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118699 2008-02-23 The LG Voyager's mission is to unseat the iPhone as the hottest touchscreen handset out there. It addresses many complaints about Apple's controversy magnet and has many of the same goodies, including an email client and a music player. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118094 2008-02-22 Based on name, it’s easy to assume the Venus is a paisley phone with bezels. In reality, it is the latest sleek phone from LG. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118097 2008-02-22 The Dell XPS M1710 is the latest premium gaming notebook from Dell that replaces the current XPS M170. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118104 2008-02-22 Lenovo launched the Lenovo 3000 C100, a stylish widescreen notebook combining popular features at an attractive price. The N100 will be available in 14.1-inch- and 15.4-inch- wide models. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118108 2008-02-22 Canon cameras are well known in the world for their quality cameras. The Canon Rebel Digital camera was released on August 20th 2003. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117542 2008-02-21 The Nokia N98 is the latest handset from Nokia which offers a wonderful collection of novel features. With is 7.2 mega pixel camera and advanced touch screen, this phone is truly worth accolades. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117547 2008-02-21 The 8-megapixel Canon PowerShot SD850 IS combines several classic features of the Digital Elph line with new perks garnered mainly from a new image processor. The Digic III image processor brings with it face detection technology that can recognize up to nine faces at once, as well as technology that reportedly keeps pictures cleaner. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117559 2008-02-21 Stylishly and intelligently designed for your on-the-go digital lifestyle, Apple's MacBook is the perfect confluence of affordability, innovation, and powerful computing. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117581 2008-02-21 The iPod Touch is a great product with lots to offer, but its premium price tag and limited capacity should give some shoppers pause. Don't assume that Apple's most expensive iPod is the best solution for your needs. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117019 2008-02-20 It might not be terribly cheap, but Dell's Inspiron 1420 offers plenty of portable power and options without sacrificing fun. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117087 2008-02-20 The obvious attraction of the Panasonic DMC FZ18 is its 18x optical zoom lens. This is one of the first digital cameras to increase the lens length on a consumer digital camera beyond 12 xs. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117090 2008-02-20 The SD850 IS was first announced in May 2007 as a replacement for the Powershot SD700 IS. It constitutes only a relatively subtle upgrade. Visually the SD850 is virtually indistinguishable from the older model, and there are only a handful of modifications to the specification of the camera. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=116420 2008-02-19 Now this time Dell comes in a market with latest premium gaming notebook- "Dell XPS M1710". And when talking about the design and case of the laptop, you will get a very attractive illuminated case. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=116427 2008-02-19 The Nokia N81 isn't so much about flash and style as it is about function, and its design reflects that idea. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=116541 2008-02-19 Released for T-Mobile, the Motorola W490's streamlined and compact exterior borrows inspiration from the iconic slim KRZR design. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=116590 2008-02-19