Esophagus disorders are a group of ailments that alter how the esophagus functions. The esophagus, often known as the food pipe, is a digestive organ that transports food from the mouth to the stomach. A variety of conditions can affect the esophagus, leading to dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing. Gastrointestinal reflux disease is the most […]
A swollen abdomen when grows outwards abnormally, this refers to as abdominal distention or a distended abdomen. This change may be seen, measured, and even felt. A distended belly can be caused by gas bloating or by an accumulation of fluid, tissue, or gastrointestinal contents. It can be either acute or chronic. What an abdominal distention […]
Bacteria invade your skin when it is damaged or cracked. Scrapes, burns, surgeries, fungal infections, and other factors can all cause skin breaks. Bacteria can enter even if the breach in the skin is just too small to see. Cellulitis can impact any area of the body, although it is most commonly found in the […]
For both men and women, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States where one person dies every 36 seconds. Angina is defined as a sharp pain that occurs when a blood vessel in the heart narrows or when the heart does not receive enough blood supply, especially during intense exercising. […]
Hemophilia is a rare, hereditary bleeding illness that causes blood to clot abnormally at the region of a lesion or injury. The condition develops when specific blood coagulation factors are deficient or do not function correctly. Since a clot does not always form, a cut or wound might cause significant bleeding. This is referred to […]
The fish group including shrimp, lobster, and crab produces the most allergic responses in the shellfish family. Many shellfish-allergic persons can safely consume mollusks (scallops, oysters, clams, and mussels). Those who have shellfish allergies should visit an allergist for shellfish allergy test before consuming any other type of shellfish. Cross-contamination is possible since shellfish are […]
If you have recently noticed your discharge to have turned foul-smelling and of an unusual color, you most likely have a yeast infection, thrush, or any other sexually transmitted infection (STI). In case of abnormal discharge coupled with sores on the mouth or genitals, your condition may be herpes. While herpes discharge is concerning, it […]
Women are at increased risk for high blood pressure after menopause, but researchers are unsure why. Some doctors blame high blood pressure after menopause on the hormonal changes women experience, while others say that menopausal weight gain increases the risk of high blood pressure. High blood pressure is just one of the symptoms women can […]
STDs or STIs are frequent illnesses that individuals inadvertently spread. Many simple, safe, and easily accessible tests can aid in the prevention of additional transmission and health consequences. Instead of the previous term STDs, many clinicians now refer to these disorders as STIs. The importance of early discovery and treatment in preventing transmission and consequences […]
