Health means prevention, knowledge, and treatment. In this section we’ll provide you with information on the human body and how the organs work, disorders and diseases, the main treatments for each of them, as well as first aid you should know.
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic disease. However, when properly controlled, it doesn’t necessarily diminish the quality of life of those who are afflicted by it. Children with diabetes require specific care, but they can still lead a normal life.…
Today, we’d like to share with you some natural remedies to reduce inflammation and relieve carpal tunnel pain. With natural ingredients such as arnica, turmeric, and clay, you can improve your condition without having to take medication. You might like: Get…
Ingrown hair is hair that’s been removed and grow back beneath the skin. When this happens, it usually causes some slight pain and inflammation. Bumps will also appear where the hair follicle is. Ingrown hairs can affect any person who…
Having swollen legs can be the result of overexertion, circulatory problems, or fluid retention. This symptom usually affects women and is described as a sensation of heaviness that sometimes makes it difficult to move. Swelling often triggers episodes of prolonged…
Schizophreniform disorder is known as a type of schizophrenia and, as such, has similar symptoms. However, these symptoms always last more than one but less than six months in their respective prodromal, active, and residual phases. When a patient has…
Psoriasis a disease that affects both men and women. It typically affects 2 to 3% of the population. However, it’s pretty rare in children. In this article, we’ll try to explain psoriasis in children, what its symptoms are, and treatment…
We all know what varicose veins are: dilated veins that cause venous insufficiency. However, there are also esophageal varices that are located at the end of the esophagus and hinder blood flow. It’s important to talk to your doctor in…
Cutaneous candidiasis is a type of infection that arises when Candida albicans, a fungus, makes itself at home on your skin. These microorganisms are usually present on your skin without causing you major problems. However, certain imbalances can cause them…
Macular degeneration is an eye disorder that’s characterized by progressive acute and central vision loss. This makes it increasingly difficult to visualize fine details and to read. This condition is called age-related macular degeneration (AMD) because this pathology is significantly…
The ABCDE test is a technique used by dermatologists to analyze moles and skin lesions that could be cancerous. According to a study by the National Cancer Institute, skin cancer is the third most common type of cancer. The same…
Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental condition that causes the individual to have an exaggerated sense of self-centeredness and little genuine empathy for others. Typically, the person usually thinks s/he deserves special treatment and has an extreme need to be…
Urine is a liquid that the kidneys produce after they filter organic waste and excess water. Then, it reaches the ureters and finally the bladder, where it’s stored. Urine is usually composed of 96% water. The other 4% is composed…
In this article, we’ll talk about four types of headaches and their respective treatments. Treating each of these types of headaches depends on their particular characteristics as well as your habits. Therefore, knowing the differences between the types of headaches will…
Paraphimosis is a condition in which the foreskin of the penis adopts an abnormal anatomical disposition. The foreskin is a fold of skin that extends over the tip of the penis, also known as the glans, and covers it. When…
Athletic pubalgia is a problem that affects the groin region and is known by different names such as “groin injury,” “hockey hernia,” “hockey groin,” “Gilmore’s Groin,” “groin disruption,” or “sports hernia.” The last name is due to the fact that…
Believe it or not, the incessant urge to move one’s legs can be a symptom of a disease. If you experience the urge to move your lower limbs while you’re lying down, you may be suffering from Willis-Ekbom disease (WED)…
Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure. They use it in trauma and orthopedic surgery. This technique facilitates diagnosis and helps treat many joint conditions. Despite the fact that it’s a much less invasive method than others, it’s important to note…
In most cases, diarrhea is defined as a sudden change in bowel movement from the usual patterns of each individual. In this article, we’ll take a look at two types: chronic and acute diarrhea, which are quite different in regard…
The treatment of hypothyroidism during pregnancy is basically the same as treatment for non-pregnant people. However, since the person is pregnant, there will be more follow-ups because it can lead to complications during a pregnancy. Thyroid hormones play a very…
Casts and splints work to protect the parts of the body that have suffered some type of injury. This helps to accelerate the healing process, since it limits the movement of that body part. Additionally, it helps to reduce pain.…
