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An Overview of Crohn’s Disease

An Overview of Crohn’s Disease

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes inflammation of the digestive tract, also known as the gastrointestinal tract (GI). The disease can affect any part of the tract from the mouth to the anus, but it most commonly affects the small intestine. It also affects the eyes, skin, and joints in some cases.
Nasal polyps – Symptoms, causes, and management

Nasal polyps – Symptoms, causes, and management

Nasal polyps are teardrops or grape-like shaped growth on the lining of your nasal passage. These growths are soft and painless, and hence, go undetected for the longest time. A benign condition, this can affect anyone but is most common in adults. While these growths are painless, they lead to blocking the nasal passage, which naturally leads to inconsistent breathing and those suffering from it also experience a decreased sense of smell.
Vertigo – Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Vertigo – Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Vertigo is a medical condition commonly associated with the feeling that the world or surrounding objects are spinning. This may be related to nausea, vomiting, sweating, or difficulties in walking. The signs of vertigo are barely noticeable, however, at times it may be severe, and the person experiencing it may find it difficult to maintain balance and perform everyday tasks.
What You Need to Know about Gallbladder Stones

What You Need to Know about Gallbladder Stones

Gallbladder pain symptoms trouble approximately 10% to 15% of the American population, and over $6.8 billion is spent for gallbladder treatment annually. Fortunately, the fatal cases of gallbladder problems have decreased from over 5000 in 1950 at a rate greater than approximately 50% in 2017. Having said that, with an estimate of 1.8 million check-ups each year, gallbladder pain symptoms seem to be the leading cause of hospital admissions with over 750,000 cholecystectomy operations taking place annually.
Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatments of Dupuytren’s contracture

Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatments of Dupuytren’s contracture

The human body has several types of connective tissues, each performing a crucial function. Some tissue provide a medium to diffuse oxygen, nutrients, and waste, going back and forth from cells. Others provide the much-needed resistance to stretching forces such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Dupuytren’s contracture is a rare disorder that results in the thickening and tightening of elastic tissue, a form of connective tissue, right under the skin of the palm and fingers.
Tenosynovial giant cell tumor – Types, causes, and symptoms

Tenosynovial giant cell tumor – Types, causes, and symptoms

As formidable as it sounds, the tenosynovial giant cell tumor is not malignant. But this group of rare tumors tends to develop in the joints, accompanied by their own set of problems. Although the tenosynovial giant cell tumor isn’t cancerous, it keeps growing and can damage the surrounding regions. These tumors tend to grow in three areas of the joint:
4 common risk factors of bladder cancer

4 common risk factors of bladder cancer

The fourth most common form of cancer, bladder cancer is known to affect nearly 68,000 adults in the country annually. It has been mostly observed in men, especially older men, but bladder cancer can also affect women as well as younger adults. This type of cancer occurs when the cells in the bladder become abnormal and grow without control.
5 common asthma triggers you should know about

5 common asthma triggers you should know about

5 common asthma triggers you should know about As per statistics, one out of every thirteen people suffers from asthma. If you are also one of them or are acquainted with somebody who is affected with asthma, here are some common asthma triggers you should know of. Knowing about the possible triggers can help you prevent serious incidents from taking place.
Different Ways to Treat Pneumonia

Different Ways to Treat Pneumonia

A change of weather and sudden exposure to extremely cold and bitter temperatures can bring on many health issues. While some may be a common cough and cold, there may be others that attack the pulmonary system of the body to wreak havoc on the same. This can also turn out to be fatal i f the condition is not diagnosed and treated on time.
A Guide to Treating Ulcerative Colitis

A Guide to Treating Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is commonly referred to as a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) which affects the GI tract (gastrointestinal tract) and causes its inflammation. Ulcerative colitis affects the colon region of the digestive system and can affect the rectum. Inflammation begins in the innermost lining of the rectum and gradually goes up to affect the innermost linings of GI tracts.
Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis of Eosinophilic Asthma

Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis of Eosinophilic Asthma

Asthma is one of the world’s most common lung diseases and affects about one 1 in every 13 people in our country. It is estimated that more than 25 million people are affected by this disease. It can affect anyone without any discrimination of age or gender. In asthma, airways to the lungs get inflamed and thickened.
All You Need To Know About Type 1 Diabetes

All You Need To Know About Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is a condition where the immune system destroys insulin-making beta cells in the pancreas. It is a chronic disease which renders the body unable to produce insulin. It can develop at any age but is common in children. There are high chances of adults to develop type 1 diabetes as they grow old.
Here’s What You Need to Know about Ovarian Cancer

Here’s What You Need to Know about Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is a form of cancer that originates in the ovaries, a part of the female reproductive system. It is the tenth most common type of cancer detected among women. Read on to know more about ovarian cancer symptoms, causes, risk factors, types, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Symptoms of ovarian cancer In the early stage of ovarian cancer, the symptoms might be non-existent.
A Guide to All the Causes and Cures of Night Sweats

A Guide to All the Causes and Cures of Night Sweats

Night sweats can be a problem, especially if it prevents you from sleeping at night. While living in a hot environment can contribute to sweating at night, night sweat works a bit differently than just being exposed to a more humid climate. If you find yourself facing sudden bouts of sweating, then you’re facing night sweats.

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