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Why Do I Get Blood Clots During My Period

By Jade Howlett on May 31, 2023

Noticing that you’re passing blood clots during menstruation (the period) can be a worrying experience, but this is usually a completely normal part of the period, especially if your blood flow is considered to be heavy. Blood clots passed during the period are more likely to occur during the heaviest days of the period, which […]

What Is Lyme Disease?

By Antanina Sivirentsava on May 31, 2023

Lyme disease may not be a common health condition that you hear about as it is seen quite rarely. But it is important to be aware of it, especially if you visit forests and woody areas. This is because Lyme disease can be transmitted to humans via the bite of a tick, which are found […]

Can Birth Control Cause Infertility

By Mayasah Al-Nema on May 31, 2023

Overview Are you concerned that using birth control could cause infertility? This is a common concern among women, butthe answer is no. Using birth control does not affect a woman's ability to get pregnant once she stops using it. So why does the myth persist that birth control causes infertility?Continue reading to explore the facts […]

Is There A Connection Between Gluten And Depression

By Ezgi Uslu Icli on May 31, 2023

Depression is more than simply feeling unhappy and it has several causes such as stressful events, loneliness or specific illnesses.1 Could gluten be affecting your mental health and be one of the causes of depression? The relationship between depression and gluten seems to be complex and many factors play a role in it. Various studies […]

What Is The Difference Between Bacterial And Viral Infections?

By Godswill Samson on May 30, 2023

The majority of illnesses in the world are caused by infections, especially bacteria and viruses. Bacterial and viral infections have a number of things in common they can both make you sick, presenting with similar symptoms, They are often spread in the same way (contact with an infected person, surface, food or water) and cannot […]

What Is Osteoarthritis?

By Kristy Maskell on May 30, 2023

Overview Did you know that osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis in the world? Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that protects the end of bones wears away over time. This condition can affect any of your joints, but it most commonly affects joints in your hands, spine, knees, and hips. If you have […]

What Is Tinnitus?

By Amy Murtagh on May 29, 2023

Overview Tinnitus is a symptom of several medical conditions. It is characterised by various high pitched or whooshing noises that only you can hear. This is because the noise is generated from inside the body as a result of possible dysfunctions of the ear or nervous system.1 Tinnitus also causes a host of other distressing […]

What Is Clubfoot?

By Nipuni Rajapaksha on May 29, 2023

Clubfoot (Talipes equinovarus) is a congenital condition1 (a condition that babies are born with). Clubfoot is a collection of anomalies in the ankle and foot due to the shortening of the Achilles tendon2 (the big structure running at the back of the ankle). Even though Clubfoot is not a serious condition, rarely it can be […]

High Protein Foods For Diabetics

By Sandra Fidelis on May 29, 2023

Introduction: Proteins are natural substances consisting of residues of amino acids that are linked by peptide bonds. They are found in all living things and often contain crucial compounds that are biological such as hormones, enzymes, and antibodies.1 Diabetes, a long-term condition, causes a person’s blood glucose to rise to high levels. The two main […]

What Is Parkinson's Disease

By Alexandra Cullen on May 29, 2023

I Made quite major changes to the article. Hard to check references are all correct due to editing. Overview Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most prevalent neurodegenerative disease globally, following Alzheimer’s disease.1 The disorder is currently estimated to affect 8.5 million individuals, however, its prevalence is expected to increase to 13 million by 2040, […]

What Is Heat Exhaustion

By Jaya Choudhary on May 26, 2023

Overview Heat exhaustion results when your body overheats and cannot cool itself off. Exercise or other physical activity can cause your body to overheat, especially in warm, humid weather. Your body loses fluids through sweat as you exercise. You risk dehydration if you don't replenish those fluids with water or other beverages. Dehydration increases your […]

What Is Microneedling?

By Amy Murtagh on May 26, 2023

Sometimes over-the-counter creams and ointments don’t work as well as you would like if you have troubled or damaged skin. Instead of endlessly looking around for effective solutions you may want to consult your dermatologist for one of their specialist treatment options. Microneedling is a technique where a small, fine needle is applied to the […]

Endogenous Hormones

By Bazegha Qamar on May 26, 2023

About endogenous hormones Hormones are chemicals that float around in the blood. They interact with receptors on cells to affect change in the body. You can think of them as keys, and the receptors as the mechanism leading to change within cells. So, if a hormone is responsible for absorbing sugar from the blood, it […]

What Is Histoplasmosis

By Maja Mandzikashvili on May 26, 2023

Histoplasmosis was first described in 1906 by an American physician named Samuel Taylor Darling who was working in Pamana. Darling initially thought the disease was a form of tuberculosis, but upon further investigation, he identified the causative agent as a fungus he named Histoplasma capsulatum. Since then, histoplasmosis has been recognized as a common fungal […]

Chills But No Fever

By Dr. Hassan Bashir on May 26, 2023

Are you experiencing chills without a fever? You are not alone. In fact, many people experience this symptom, and several conditions can cause it. Don’t worry. I’m here to help you determine the potential cause of chills and how to alleviate them. There are numerous causes of chills without temperature, including; It is crucial to […]

Trochanteric Bursa

By Silvi Alex on May 25, 2023

Introduction Trochanteric bursitis is a type of hip bursitis which is caused by inflammation of the membrane containing the fluid-filled sac, which is found in the greater trochanter region (upper thigh).1 The term has been recently replaced by Greater Trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS). The disease has been misdiagnosed with lumbar radiculopathy (injury to the spinal […]

How To Prevent The Flu Naturally

By Anna-Sophie Fellows on May 25, 2023

About flu The flu, medically known as influenza, commonly known as the ‘common cold’ is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that can infect multiple areas of your body - mainly your nose, throat, and occasionally the lungs. Symptoms vary significantly and can be very mild or at worst severe and in sporadic […]

About Tetracycline

By Holly Morgan on May 24, 2023

Introduction Tetracycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.1 It is part of a family of antibiotics known as tetracyclines which include other drugs such as doxycycline and minocycline. Tetracyclines are used to treat various infections including those of the skin, genitals, intestine, respiratory tract, urinary tract and lymphatic system.2 They may only […]

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