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5 Most Common Causes and Risk Factors of Colon Cancer

September 30, 2019 0

Colon cancer is a malignancy that originates in an individual’s large intestine or colon. Colon cancer can develop in an individual of any age but is more common in older adults. Symptoms of colon cancer …

5 Ways to Treat a Concussion

September 24, 2019 0

A concussion is the mildest form of traumatic brain injury. The injury usually occurs after a blow to the head or after whiplash causes fast shaking of the head and brain. Concussions cause an alteration …

Addison’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

September 20, 2019 0

Typically, to talk about Addison’s disease is to talk about adrenal insufficiency. First of all, it’s important to know that this disease is very uncommon. After all, the incidence, or new cases, is only 0.83 …

5 Most Common Causes of Constipation

September 15, 2019 0

Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements, and it is typically diagnosed in cases where a patient has had fewer than three stools in a week. A patient may also be constipated if passing stools involves …

5 Science-Based Health Benefits of Krill Oil

September 13, 2019 0

Krill are small crustaceans similar to shrimp, and they are a major food source for whales, penguins, seals, and fish. Krill oil is typically extracted from a species of Antarctic krill, and it is sold …

5 Signs and Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis

September 12, 2019 0

Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema, and is currently the most common type of eczema diagnosed in the United States. Approximately eighteen million adults in the United States have this chronic condition, and the …

Tips for Creating High Blood Pressure Diet

September 12, 2019 0

Two main factors determine blood pressure. One is how narrow or wide the blood vessels are. Narrow blood vessels don’t have as much room for the blood to flow through them, which causes the blood …

The 5 Most Common Types of Eczema

August 26, 2019 0

Eczema is a condition in which skin becomes excessively dry, causing uncomfortable and painful symptoms. Eczema predominately occurs in individuals in their childhood, but anyone can develop it. Skin cells in healthy individuals are water …

5 Most Common Causes of Muscle Cramps

August 26, 2019 0

Muscle cramps occur when one or more muscles suddenly undergo an involuntary contraction, which tends to be painful and can last anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes. Most individuals will experience at least …

5 Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin A Deficiency

August 24, 2019 0

Vitamin A deficiency is a condition in which an individual does not have a sufficient amount of vitamin A in their body. Vitamin A helps develop and maintain mucous membranes, healthy teeth, soft tissue, skeletal …

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