Category: Health

The kidneys are the bean-shaped organs located in the middle of the back on either side of the spine. Kidneys contain thousands of tiny filters that remove substances from the blood for secretion in the …

Also known as an intestinal obstruction, a bowel obstruction is a condition in which part of the bowel becomes blocked. Obstructions can be caused by hernias, impacted feces, diverticulitis, and volvulus (twisting of the colon). …

Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome is a rare condition that produces inflammation in the muscles, lungs, and skin. Patients with this syndrome also have elevated levels of eosinophils (white blood cells). An epidemic of eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome in 1989 …

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the central nervous system. The disorder causes abnormal electrical activity throughout the brain, which most commonly leads to seizures. Some individuals also experience unusual behavior, strange sensations or …

In today’s article, we’ll tell you what kind of foods to eat before exercising. Many people think you shouldn’t eat before exercising. However, this is a myth and you should eat before a workout. Your …

Most people have felt feelings of emptiness at some point in their lives. These emotional “blue” feelings are never fun, and getting rid of them is always easier said than done. The key to this …

Fibromyalgia is a debilitating syndrome that mainly affects an individual’s soft tissue and muscle, resulting in pain throughout the body and mental distress. Classic fibromyalgia symptoms and causes include stiffness and pain in the jaw, …

Mouth cancer is a malignancy of the neck and head that can occur on the lips or surface of the tongue, as well as in the gums, tonsils, inside of the cheek, the floor of …

Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects approximately 2% of the entire population. The main symptom of this condition is irritated and reddened skin with whitish scales or plaques. Is it possible to change your …

Chickenpox, also known as varicella, is a highly contagious virus that can be transmitted through the air. Although most common in children, it sometimes affects adults too. A vaccine to protect against this condition was …