Health

Tinnitus occurs in two forms; subjective and objective. Subjective tinnitus is a ringing in the ear that only the person who suffers from it can hear. The patient’s examiner, however, can hear the ringing in objective tinnitus. The ringing may…
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Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, results from an inflammation of the conjunctiva. A pink eye infection occurs from an allergic substance or as a result of a viral or bacterial infection. Pink eye spreads easily through day-to-day contact and can occur…
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1. Research Alternative Remedies If you’re going to treat your hepatitis C with herbal remedies, you should talk to your doctor first. Many touted remedies don’t work. For example, colloidal silver hasn’t proven effective in treating the liver, and it…
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Overview Breathing properly while doing sit-ups can increase their effectiveness, activating additional abdominal muscle fibers and stimulating them more deeply. The tendency to hold your breath while performing ab exercises is undeniable, but bringing consciousness to your breath and breathing…
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Sea water, such as that found in oceans, contains approximately 35 grams of salt per liter of water, according to the National Weather Service. This salty water offers several health benefits, although it should be noted that drinking excessive sea…
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Although improper breathing technique can have negative effects on health, with regular practice you can train your body to breathe more efficiently. This is important, as poor breathing habits can actually affect how you are able to breathe. When the…
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Tiny and fragile blood vessels lining the nose are easily damaged, which causes nosebleeds. The U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health explain that nosebleeds are very common and rarely indicate life-threatening conditions. Occasional nosebleeds may suggest…
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For people who suffer from chronic, disabling arthritis of the knee, joint replacement has become a most fulfilling surgical option to regain and restore quality of life. Knee replacement surgery can improve mobility and reduce chronic pain. There are several…
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Overview The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body. The primary functions of your liver include breaking down fats from the foods you eat and filtering out disease-causing toxins from your bloodstream. Your body is constantly exposed…
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1. Start Early With Therapy Children with cerebral palsy can often live normal, productive lives. The secret is to start early with both physical and emotional therapy, which may give these children a better chance of overcoming their disabilities. By…
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Overview The human body contains more than 650 skeletal muscles, according to Gary Thibodeau and Kevin Patton in their book, “Structure and Function of the Body.” Muscles control every movement in your body, from pushing food through your digestive system…
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The herpes simplex virus HSV-1 is the primary cause of cold sores, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. It is transmitted via saliva, usually through kissing or sharing drinking glasses or eating utensils. There is no cure for…
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Overview As of 2010, there is no recommended vaccine to prevent human immunodeficiency virus 1 (HIV) infection, and many challenges remain for developing a vaccine. HIV is the infectious organism, which leads to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); the virus…
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Overview Eye exams evaluate much more than your ability to distinguish a fuzzy letter ‘O’ from a fuzzy letter ‘Q’; in many cases, they are crucial in detecting serious diseases. According to the American Optometric Association, a healthy adult should…
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Angina refers to a type of chest pain or discomfort associated with various heart conditions. It is a symptom rather than a disease. According to the MayoClinic.com, angina may present as a result of decreased flow of oxygen-rich blood to…
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Overview Your colon, which is located at the end of your digestive tract, extracts nutrients and liquids from solid wastes before expelling them from the body. During this process, some individuals believe that toxins can get left behind, requiring a…
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Overview The human body holds more than 100 trillion cells, according to the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Human cells are small, too tiny to be seen without using a microscope, but they make up all of…
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Overview Untreated high blood pressure can lead to serious medical conditions, including strokes and damage to your heart and kidneys, according to the American Heart Association. People predisposed to high blood pressure and those already taking medication to control it…
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Overview Range of motion (ROM) measurements determine the amount of movement that you have within each joint. It can also indicate the extent of loss of movement and–depending on the type of measurement taken–can help to determine if the loss…
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Cortisol is a hormone normally released during times of stress, to help regulate the body’s stress response. The signal for cortisol secretion begins in the pituitary gland, a gland at the base of the brain. The pituitary secretes a hormone…
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Stress has become increasingly common in the modern world, and it’s synonymous with a fast-paced lifestyle. Although a little stress is necessary to motivate yourself to accomplish goals, constant stress can lead to acute and chronic stress disorders and an…
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1. Test Your Child Early Some speech disorders develop because the parents don’t realize that there is a problem. A child may be deaf, for example, or have abnormalities in the mouth or nasal cavity which may not become apparent…
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Chronic renal disease can be caused by a variety of other illnesses or problems. Hypertension, kidney stones, infection and a buildup of toxins in the body can add to already high levels of stress placed on the kidneys. The kidneys…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) gallbladder disease includes inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis) and gallstones (cholelithiasis). Gallstones result when bile, a digestive substance, creates hard deposits in the gallbladder. Inflammation can occur when gallstones block passages…
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Seizures and other symptoms of epilepsy in babies may occur due to birth defects, illness, fevers, delivery problems and poisoning or toxins in the bloodstream. The University of Maryland Medical Center, UMMC, also lists neurological–brain and nervous system–disorders such as…
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1. Get Your Eyes Checked Regularly If you’re a young adult (less than 40 years old), you should undergo at least one eye examination, even if you have perfect 20/20 vision. Once you turn 40, see an optometrist at least…
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Overview Hypertension is a critical issue for kidney patients—the National Kidney Foundation notes that more kidney patients die from cardiovascular problems than from kidney problems. High blood pressure remains a serious concern even after a transplant, as up to 80…
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Most medications produce similar side effects. The most common of these typically occur when a person begins taking a new drug, and most disappear without intervention as the body becomes accustomed to the medicine. Whether they require a doctor’s prescription…
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Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver often caused by the hepatitis B virus, as indicated by BabyCenter.com. Hepatitis B is transmitted through contact with blood and other bodily fluids, which an infant will be exposed to during birth. An…
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The human brain is an exquisitely complex and highly organized organ. The forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain comprise the three functional regions of the brain. Within each region, individual lobes and structures exist, which control specific bodily functions and mental processes….
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