What Is Normal Microbiota?
Bacteria are microorganisms that, despite their small size, play an essential role in the functioning of our world. Scientists estimate that they represent 50% of the total biomass on the…
Anatomy and physiology
Delving into human anatomy and physiology will help you understand how your body works. You'll learn the mysteries of each system and each organ in your body. We'll take a trip through your body's tissues and functions, learning about irregularities and how to enhance your health -- and life.
Physiology of the Male and Female Orgasm
The physiology of the female orgasm is more complicated than the male. Orgasm is the neurovegetative response produced by the…
Histamine: Synthesis, Release and Functions
Histamine is an idazoic amine that's involved in the local responses of the immune system. This molecule also regulates normal…
Hip Adductor Tendinopathy: What Is It and What Are Its Symptoms?
Adductors are a very important muscle located on the inner side of the thighs. If you've ever been to a…
How to Get Rid of Smelly Feet
Are you looking to get rid of smelly feet? If so, you're definitely not alone. Foot odor, a medical condition called bromhidrosis, is a very common problem that’s usually caused…
An Overview about the Immune Response
The immune response is an essential mechanism of the human body and we use it to defend ourselves from external…
The First Symptoms of Perimenopause
Experiencing the first symptoms of perimenopause doesn't mean your life is over, only that you've entered a new stage. But…
What Are the Kinds of Bacteria in Your Mouth?
There are numerous bacteria in your mouth. In fact, it's been calculated that there are about 100 million bacteria for every…
What Are Submaxillary Glands For?
The submaxillary glands can also be called submandibular glands and the name is due to its anatomical location in the…
Antisocial Behavior and Brain Structure
In their psychiatry section, The Lancet published the latest research on the human brain carried out by University College of…
How Does a Person with Color Blindness See?
Color blindness is a disease that changes your perception of colors. The human eye can interpret the color of things…
Stress Causes Gray Hair According to a Study
For a long time, people have assumed that stress causes gray hair. However, this didn't become a popular belief without…
Purines: Everything You Need to Know
A lot of people know about purines due to their relation to gout. However, few people understand the true importance…
Gastroschisis in Newborns: A Dangerous Birth Defect
Gastroschisis in newborns is one of the most frequent congenital malformations, but the majority of the population doesn't know anything…
What Do Sex Hormones Do?
Sex hormones are chemical substances synthesized in the sex organs. In the ovary, in the case of women, or in the testicles, in the case of men. Their synthesis is…
Why Do I Get Calf Cramps?
Surely throughout your life this has happened to you, and you've wondered why you get calf cramps. You might even wonder what's really happening in that part of your body…
Five Hand Nerves You Should Know About
The hand nerves are an absolute miracle! The fingertips are one of the most innervated areas of the body. That’s…
Types of Hysterectomy
When a surgeon needs to remove a woman's uterus they have different types of hysterectomy to choose from. The one they choose is based on the medical history of the…
Four Natural Ways to Relieve Low Back Pain
Backaches a very common discomfort that afflicts adults. They can affect your whole back and the pain can become intense.…
High Levels of Monocytes in the Blood: Symptoms and Treatments
Our blood contains many more cell types and substances than most people typically know. A good example of this is…