Health

<p>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.</p>

Anatomy and physiology

Ketosis: What It Is, The Causes, Symptoms, and Consequences

Ketosis can occur naturally in the body, for metabolic reasons, or it can be induced th...

Can Food Go Down the Wrong Pipe?

Most of us have experienced a choking sensation while dri...

The Lung Microbiome: Are The Lungs Sterile?

The pulmonary microbiome tends to be confused with the pu...

What is Muscle Activation and Why Is It Important?

Muscle activation is a concept that lends itself to confu...

First aid

4 Tips for Dealing with a Traumatic Brain Injury

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious event that can change a person's life in th...

Spider Bites: First Aid and When to See a Doctor

Faced with an unexpected attack and spider bites, you may...

Would You Know How to Act if Someone is Drowning?

Having basic first aid knowledge is very useful because i...

The Medical Equipment that Saved the Life of a Cádiz...

A short time ago, a situation that took place in a Spanis...

Human body

Human bodyHunger Pangs: Why Do They Happen and How to Prevent Them?

Human bodyWhat Happens in the Body After Death?

Human bodyHow to Safely Induce Vomiting

Vomiting or emesis is a reflex phenomenon whereby the body abruptly and violently expels gastric contents through the mouth. Sometimes, it may be n...

Human body14 Curiosities About Male and Female Nipples

Male and female nipples are an area of the body that isn't really talked about much. Despite this, there's a…

Human bodyVaginal Gas: Why Does it Occur?

Vaginal gas is also known as queefing, cupping, or vaginal flatulence. The vast majority of women have experienced it at…

Human bodyHow to Protect Your Eyes from the Cold

Most people only worry about their eyes in summer, when the sun's rays are so intense that they can barely…

Human bodyAre There Foods that Cause Mouth Sores?

For a long time, the idea that certain foods cause mouth sores was widespread. However, these food aren't actually direct…

Illnesses

Hearing Loss: 4 Signs You Should Consult an Otolaryngologist

Hearing health is a fundamental aspect of our quality of life. Early consultation with an otolary...

Nine of the Most Harmful Bacteria to Humans

At the beginning of the year, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a list of the most ha...

People with Depression at Higher Risk of Suffering 29 Other Health Conditions

A recent scientific study published in the prestigious journal JAMA Psichiatry found a significan...

Frailty Syndrome: What Is It and What Are Its Causes?

Aging is a natural process in human beings. The changes that occur over time lead to an inevitabl...

What Is Conjunctival Chemosis and How Does It Affect The Eyes?

Conjunctival chemosis is a sign of ocular irritation. It's a benign inflammatory process that aff...

A Lump in the Throat: Why Does It Occur?

The sensation of a lump in the throat is a very annoying and frequent perception. Most people who...

Egg Allergy: What Is It and How Is It Treated?

An egg allergy occurs when the immune system interprets egg proteins as harmful substances. Thus,...

Joint Prostheses Infection: Why Does It Occur?

Infection of joint prostheses is a relatively frequent complication following joint replacements....

Medication

MedicationMisuse of Paracetamol Can Damage Your Liver: Find Out More!

MedicationWhat Happens if I Stop Taking Birth Control Pills?

MedicationGriseofulvin: What Is It and What Is It Used For?

Griseofulvin is a drug that was developed in 1939 in Oxford. It's used to treat fungal infections, especially in the…

Medication5 Medical Treatments for Cystitis, Their Characteristics and Their Contraindications

Cystitis is an infection of the lower urinary tract that occurs when certain bacteria reach the bladder. This pathology tends…

MedicationTypes of Medication for Cystitis: Characteristics and Contraindications

Cystitis is an infection of the lower urinary tract that occurs when certain bacteria reach the bladder. This pathology tends…

MedicationAEMPS Identifies New Side Effect of Omeprazole

The Spanish Agency of Medicines and Health Products or AEMPS announced a new side effect of omeprazole, one of the…

MedicationThe Philosophy of Medicine: Can We Trust It?

Medicine seeks to heal, or at least to alleviate illnesses. Meanwhile, philosophy analyzes and systematizes very general notions, such as…

Treatments

TreatmentsWhat Is Cystoscopy? Risks and Benefits

Cystoscopy is a very frequently used procedure in urology. It allows both diagnosis and treatment...

TreatmentsLithotripsy Procedure: What is It and When is It Performed?

Doctors use the lithotripsy procedure very frequently. It's one of the therapeutic options for ki...

TreatmentsElectroencephalogram: The Process, Results, and Common Questions

The brain is made up of a large and complex network of specialized cells called neurons. It commu...

Treatments11 Recommended Medical Tests for Adults

As we age, the body becomes more susceptible to chronic diseases, especially if we have a family ...