Thyroid is a small gland located at the base of the neck, just above the Adam’s apple. It produces hormones that help in the regulation of heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and weight. When identified in the early stages, thyroid cancer is completely curable. CAUSES Like others forms of cancer, thyroid cancer is caused […]
Read MoreMyocardial Ischemia is a condition where there is reduced blood flow and lack of oxygen supply to the heart. Myocardial Ischemia occurs when there is partial or complete blockage of heart arteries. In this condition, the heart cannot perform its normal activity of pumping blood to different organs, resulting in damage of heart muscle, abnormal […]
Read MoreCauda equina syndrome is a condition where the spine nerve roots are compressed. If neglected it may lead to incontinence and permanent paralysis of the legs. In Latin, cauda equina means horse’s tail. The nerves at the end of the spine are spread out, to resemble a horse’s tail. Located in the lumbosacral spine, these […]
Read MoreCerebral atrophy is a condition where there is loss of brain cells. Loss of brain cells may happen for the entire brain or part of it. Cerebral atrophy is evident as decrease in brain mass, and loss of neurological function. Cerebral atrophy may cause seizures, dementia, and difficulty in speaking and comprehending language. CAUSES There […]
Read MoreHypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Thyroid is a small gland present at the base and front of the neck, below the Adam’s apple. Thyroid gland produces two types of hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), which help in controlling metabolism of the body (body temperature, heart […]
Read MoreHigh blood pressure or hypertension is a common heart condition which features high pressure of the blood on artery walls. Blood pressure in the arteries is determined by two factors, the amount of blood the heart pumps, and the amount of resistance in the arteries. Significantly, there may be hypertension without any symptoms. Uncontrolled high […]
Read MoreTraumatic brain injury happens when a bump, blow, jolt, or other head injury causes damage to the brain. Brain injury or traumatic brain injury is caused by brain dysfunction following an external force or violent blow. Brain injury may also occur when a foreign object penetrates the skull. The skull is damaged with something like […]
Read MoreRheumatic heart disease or rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease results due to neglect of strep throat or scarlet fever. Strep throat or scarlet fever are caused by streptococcus, a bacteria. Usually seen in children of 5 – 15 years, rheumatic heart disease has its terrible impact on adult’s health. The fall-out of rheumatic heart […]
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