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Pneumonia Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Pneumonia is infection of the lungs & late detection can lead to severe complications and even death. Learn the symptoms & ways to diagnose of pneumonia.

What is allergy? It’s types and diagnosis

An allergy is the response of the body’s resistance system to ordinarily harmless substances, such as pollen, foods, dust. Whilst in most people these substances (allergens) cause no problem, in allergic persons their resistance system detects them as a threat and produces an inappropriate reaction.

Tips to prevent an allergy

To help prevent an allergic reaction, have an allergy management plan. As allergic reactions differ from individual to individual and can be triggered by a range of substances, it is best to document your allergy pattern. Make notes of your lifestyle, medication, personal and medical history to identify allergy triggers, times and reaction.

All the facts you need to know about Arthritis

Arthritis literally means inflammation of the joints. There are over a hundred different forms of arthritis diseases. These diseases generally affect the area in and around joints such as muscles and tendons. Some forms of arthritis also affect other body parts like the skin and internal organs. Most forms of arthritis are chronic and last.

Asthma: Facts you must know

Breathing is such an inherent reflex that difficulties in inhaling and exhaling is not something one would ponder about. Unfortunately, it is a struggle that many experience. Asthma is a chronic disease that affects airways in lungs. An individual can develop asthma at any age, an asthma attack could occur at any place.

Prevention is better than cure – Importance of regular master check

In today’s time and age of life goals and bucket lists, newer and more thrilling activities and destinations being added by the minute, it is vital to have a healthy body and mind to enjoy and experience to cherish life’s precious moments. Ironically, in the race to be the most happening we tend to compromise.

What Are the Possible Factors That Can Lead to Blood Clots?

Blood clots are formed as a normal function of blood cells to repair injured blood vessels. The problem arises when these blood clots in an artery or vein act as an obstacle to prevent the blood flow through blood vessels. One should always make it a point to run a few diagnostic tests as a preventative health

Blood Clots: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Diagnosis

Blood clots are clumps in the blood that are formed by platelets. These clots help in stopping excess blood flow in places there is a cut or an injury. However, blood clots should not be formed when blood is flowing through the body. When clots are created inside the blood vessels or when it clots

Causes and Symptoms of an Infectious Disease

An infectious disease is caused by any of the pathogenic microorganisms like viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites. Infectious diseases are capable of being spread directly or indirectly from one person to the other. Infectious diseases of animals are termed as ‘zoonotic diseases’; these can cause diseases when transmitted to human beings. It is always advisable

Diabetes: Foods to take and foods to avoid

When you have diabetes, controlling it largely boils down to watching what you eat. Your food choices and habits are of great importance in managing diabetes. You must watch what you eat, but can also reward yourself with occasional treats in small quantities. Foods to take Starches – Opt for whole grains such as oatmeal

Signs of Bleeding You Must Not Ignore

Whenever you experience unnatural bleeding, you should have a health check done quickly. Based on the findings from diagnostic tests, your doctor will prescribe appropriate treatment. Here are 5 signs of bleeding that you must not ignore. In- Period Bleeding – Bleeding that is not a part of the normal monthly cycle is abnormal

Alzheimer’s disease: causes, symptoms and treatment

Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. It is the most common type of dementia & an overall term for conditions that occur when the brain no longer functions properly & affecting up to 70% of all