A colleague, who is usually seen in casual wear, had been wearing full sleeves shirts for a month. Surprised, his friends asked him if he has changed his workplace attire. The answer was very much unexpected…he had a reddish patch on his elbows; the full sleeves shirt was meant to hide it. The physician said …
Pain in the knees and in any joint are commonly referred as arthritis, but there are different causes of joint pain, which should be diagnosed correctly for proper treatment. One such disease that causes pain in the joint is called as pseudogout. Pseudogout is a type of arthritis that can affect any joint in our …
My grandfather had been complaining of pain and burning sensation during urination for a week now. The frequency of urination increased during night time, he even developed pain in lower back. For some or the other reason, he kept on postponing his appointment with the physician. However, he developed high fever with chills and noticed …
A friend just turned 45years old. He enjoys a good health, and a good life. As a part of regular health check- up, he underwent a digital rectal examination- a procedure he detests- because the physician puts a gloved finger into the patients rectum for examination. But this time, the physician had some bad news …
One of the most common cancers that affect men is the prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer affects nearly 185,000 men in the United States alone every year. Fortunately if the cancer is detected early, there are a variety of treatment options available today that help in curing and prolonging the …
Every year thousands of people suffer from cold, cough, fever or simply upper respiratory tract infection, which is considered quite normal during seasonal change. Many people with these symptoms do not even seek doctor’s help; they go for over-the counter medicines or self-medication, which should be strictly avoided. The upper respiratory tract infection is also …
There would be hardly any person who has not heard about ‘Common Cold’. Common cold visits almost all of us more than once a year. Sore throat, cough, running nose, sneezing are all common known symptoms of cold. Common cold is a viral infection in the upper respiratory tract, which includes nose, throat, trachea (the …
A time comes for many elderly people to get bedridden or confined to a wheelchair due to certain health issues. As a family member or a caregiver, one must be very vigilant about the skin parts that always come in contact with a surface, which can result in sore skin. Your parents or grandparents may …
For some of you, having your periods could be a pain in the literal sense as you experience severe cramps, headaches and mood swings. Days preceding your monthly cycle may be stressful due to the anxiety, irritability, and depression that make it difficult for you to cope with normal routine at home or work. Rest …
You and your partner enjoy each other’s company, having a fulfilling relationship. However, it is not only emotional satisfaction that is important for a couple, Physical intimacy also plays an important role to keep your relationship healthy and happy. When you wish to get intimate with your partner, you ejaculate (semen comes out of your …
