Most people have very low levels of calcium in their body. However, there are some people who have normal calcium levels and others who have very high levels. People with low calcium levels can become anemic because they do not produce enough blood to nourish the cells in their body. This condition is called hypocalcaemia. […]
Cardiac tamponade occurs when extra fluid forms in the middle of the chest. This fluid causes physical pressure against the chest wall, causing it to contract. A fibrous sack-like sac known as the pericardial sac surrounds the heart (see figure). The fluid hinders friction between the lining and outer layers of the cardiac walls when […]
Overview. Pros and Cons. Side effects and safety. Potential Benefits. Side effects and safety. Availability and cost. Side Effects. Common symptoms include restlessness, nervousness, drowsiness, nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. Safety. These side effects are relatively minor, and most likely only cause minimal discomfort in those with underlying medical conditions. However, it is best to check […]
Cervical cancer is one of the deadliest types of cancer affecting women. However, most women don’t have any symptoms or indicators of an early stage of this type of cancer. In most women with late-stage cervical cancer, early-stage symptoms may occur. In women who have cancer that has spread to other organs and tissues, the […]
Diaper rash, also known as diaper rash in infants or diaper rash in adults, is a condition where a baby develops redness and irritation of the diaper area. It is caused by either excessive irritation to the skin caused by diaper rash or yeast. A diaper rash that refuses to disappear despite multiple applications of […]
One out of four individuals with cirrhosis liver get liver cancer in the future. A small percentage of patients with cirrhosis liver also develop liver cancer. Your physician will diagnose liver cirrhosis through blood tests, x-rays, or an ultrasound. If your liver is affected by cirrhosis, you will have to undergo surgery to remove all […]
A tooth abscess is a bacterial infection in the inner layer of the tooth or below a gum area. What causes a tooth to get an abscess? The most likely cause is severe gum disease. Other possible causes of tooth abscess include trauma to the tooth itself, such as if it has been damaged or […]
If you suffer from coughs then you may have tried all the cough suppressant medications out there. But what if none of them work, and that’s why your doctor prescribes some home remedies for cough? The problem with these treatments is that they only deal with the symptoms, without ever dealing with the root causes […]
It’s difficult to describe the pain caused by a concussion. It’s difficult to remember events before or after an injury. Looks dazed or even stunned. forgets an activity, an appointment, or even the sport, score, or the opposing team. Seems dazed or confused. Answers questions slowly. Answers questions with little understanding. Is unable to concentrate […]
Metformin is a hormone therapy that is prescribed by physicians for those with type 2 diabetes. This therapy is also used for those who have high blood pressure. It helps control the sugar level in the blood, while at the same time helping to make the metabolism work more efficiently. Metformin is usually taken in […]
