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An infectious disease is a disease or sickness that happens when an organism (a living thing such as a plant or animal) is attacked by a pathogen. written by Juliet Cohen
Diseases can be devastating for anyone, but it seems particularly unfair when they attack children. Alternative medicine is an umbrella term for a wide variety of healing practices, treatments, and remedies that are not part of conventional medicine. written by Robert Baird Baird
A chronic heart condition, cor pulmonale is an enlargement of the right ventricle that results from various lung diseases, except those that primarily affect the left side of the heart, or congenital heart disease. written by Peter sams
Chickenpox is a common illness among kids, particularly those under age 12. An itchy rash of spots that look like blisters can appear all over the body and may be accompanied by flu-like symptoms. Symptoms usually go away written by Robert Baird Baird
The doctor will prescribe medications to relieve pain and minimize stiffness. Medications include aspirin (or other nonnarcotic pain relievers), Butazolidin, lndocin, Nalfon, Advil or Motrin, or Darvon and, in some cases, injections of corticosteroids. written by Juliet Cohen
Bone is living tissue that makes up the body's skeleton. Bone is a connective tissue largely composed of an organic protein; collagen and the inorganic mineral hydroxyapatite. Bones are rigid organs that form part of the endoskeleton of vertebrates. written by Juliet Cohen
Blood is essential for good health because the body depends on a steady supply of fuel and oxygen to reach its billions of cells. Blood also carries carbon dioxide and other waste materials to the lungs, kidneys, and digestive system; from there they are removed from the body. written by Robert Baird Baird
A miscarriage refers to the spontaneous expulsion of the fetus from the uterus before the fetus can survive on its own. Up to 15% of all pregnancies and approximately 30% of first pregnancies end in miscarriage. At least 75% of miscarriages occur during the first trimester. written by Juliet Cohen
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability. Almost 700,000 people die of heart disease in the U.S. each year. It is also a major cause of disability. written by Juliet Cohen
Ginkgo is the world’s oldest living species of tree, seemingly identical fossils being known from rocks as old as 200 million years. written by Juliet Cohen
Psoriasis is believed to be an immune-mediated disease. Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition. Between 10% and 30% of people who develop psoriasis get a related form of arthritis called “psoriatic arthritis,” which causes inflammation of the joints. written by Juliet Cohen
Freckles are flat, circular spots that typically range in the size of the head of a nail. Freckles are small tan spots of melanin on the skin of people with fair complexions. written by Juliet Cohen
Folliculitis is the name given to a group of skin conditions. Folliculitis is defined histologically as the presence of inflammatory cells. Folliculitis is the infection of hair follicles. written by Juliet Cohen
Bulimia also called bulimia nervosa. Bulimia is a very dangerous weight loss strategy. Anorexia nervosa is one type of eating disorder. written by Juliet Cohen
Binge eating disorder is probably the most common eating disorder. Binge eating also occurs in another eating disorder called bulimia nervosa. written by Juliet Cohen
Anorexia nervosa is one type of eating disorder. Anorexia does not harm everybody the same way. For example, evidence suggests that the results of the disease in adolescents may differ from those in adults. written by Juliet Cohen
Alzheimer's disease is a group disorders involving the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Alzheimer's disease is becoming tragically common. written by Juliet Cohen
Bulimia nervosa, also known is bulimia. Bulimia word is comes from the Latin (bulimia) from the Greek. It is eating disorder. Bulimia is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition. Because it's so intimately entwined with self-image — it's not just about food — bulimia can be difficult to overcome. written by Juliet Cohen
Granuloma annulare (GA) is a common condition. GA is a self-limited cosmetic disease without any systemic medical complications. GA has been epidemiologically linked to diabetes mellitus, necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum, and rheumatoid nodules. written by Juliet Cohen
Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi which is most often acquired from the bite of an infected Ixodes, or black-legged, tick, also known as a deer tick. written by Juliet Cohen
Vitiligo is a specific type of leukoderma and it is characterized by depigmentation of the epidermis. It affects at least one in every hundred people in countries throughout the world including the UK. written by Juliet Cohen
Cataract is a cloudy or opaque area in the lens of the eye. Cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. written by Juliet Cohen
Bad Breath is an embarrassing problem. Bad Breath is usually caused by the breakdown of proteins by bacteria somewhere in the mouth. Bad breath is not contagious. Bad breath is a problem that is shared by millions of people across the country. written by Juliet Cohen
Athlete's foot a skin disease and it is a fungal infection usually between the toes. Athlete foot is also called tinea pedis. written by Juliet Cohen
Scabies is a transmissible ectoparasite skin infection characterized by superficial burrows, intense pruritus and secondary infection . It is common all over the world, and it affects people of all races and social classes. Scabies is a very itchy skin condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the outer layers of the skin. written by Juliet Cohen
Dark circles under eyes usually are temporary and not a medical concern. You may be surprised to learn that fatigue usually isn't the cause of dark circles. Instead, the most common cause is nasal congestion. When your nose is congested, veins that usually drain from your eyes into your nose become widened (dilated) and darker. written by Juliet Cohen
Eczema might look different in different persons, and may occur in different parts of the body to different person. In adults, eczema most often develops on the hands and elbows, and in "bending" areas such as the inside of the elbows and back of the knees. In young children, eczema most often develops on the elbows, knees, face, neck, and scalp. written by Juliet Cohen
Warts on the genitals are very contagious and can be passed to another person during oral, vaginal or anal sex.arts. Warts are usually painless with the exception of the warts on the soles of the feet. Common warts are different from moles, and they aren't cancerous. In fact, they're usually harmless and often disappear on their own. << previous page 1 next page>> |
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