Appearance is something that everybody definitely considers. The feel of looking good and neat brings loads of confidence in oneself. We spend a lot of time taking care of our skin, eyes, hair, but most of the time we forget our nails. Though nails are dead cells it requires equal care and attention as other …
Diabetes, a high blood glucose condition is associated with list of complications, which can be avoided if proper care is taken. If you are a diabetic, then you are at risk of serious foot problems, which if ignored, can result in amputation of toe, foot or leg. It is very important for you to know …
You have been diagnosed as having diabetes. Everyone you tell about it, has an advice to give you- what to eat and what not to eat. Every day the ‘what not to eat’ list goes on becoming longer, and ‘what to eat’ list shrinks further. At one point of time, you start wondering whether there …
At a gathering at a friend’s house, you find that the roasted fish looks so good. You ate two portions of the fish, but before you could consume a third, an itchy reddish spot appears on your skin, you feel your stomach cramping, and you vomit. You may not be aware that you may be …
Humans are said to be the most evolved creatures on Earth. The main difference between us and other creatures is our upright spine which allows us to stand up straight and walk on two legs. Did you ever wonder how the whole weight of our body is balanced on two legs? Well, it is possible …
A French Physician by the name Dr. Cheinisse described Erythema infectiosum or ‘Fifth disease’ in the year 1905 AD. Fifth disease is so called because it comes fifth in the line of common illnesses that occur in childhood, the other rash causing illness include measles, chickenpox, German measles, and roseola. About Fifth Disease Parvovirus is …
Fibromyalgia causes pain throughout your body, constant tiredness, and increased pressure sensitivity. Individuals with fibromyalgia experience a range of symptoms, including chronic pain, persistent fatigue, and heightened sensitivity to external pressure. These symptoms are typically associated with pain in the muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments. Tender points are most commonly found in the back, elbow, …
Let’s begin with – what fibromyalgia is? Fibromyalgia is a condition that results in pain and tenderness in the muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments. There are about 18 tender points in our body, if the patient feels intense pain in at least 11 tender points he is said to be suffering from fibromyalgia. The tender …
You have been having no symptoms at all and have been feeling good but your doctor says you have fibroids in the womb. You are not willing to believe it. This may be true, as fibroids may be deceptively silent for long. Do not take unnecessary stress. It is, however, important to learn why they …
Angelina is very passionate about swimming. She wants to participate in swimming championships at the national level. In order to maintain her weight, she eats less and exercises more. Over a period of time, she seems weak, has not had her menstrual periods for 6 months, and complains of pain in her legs. She is …
