Dehydration is a condition associated with excessive loss of body water. It occurs when the amount of water loss from the body exceeds the intake of water. Our body is composed of 75 percent of water which is essential to maintain our daily activities like metabolism, respiration, urination etc. Type of dehydration Mild dehydration: 3…
Cervical cancer is the abnormal growth of cells inside the cervix, which has the potential to metastasize to other parts of the body. Most common cervical cancer is squamous cancer. Symptoms include heavy bleeding, vaginal dryness, and vaginal discharge. Causative factors include Human papillomavirus infection, unprotected sex, chlamydia infection, and weak immune system. Types Following…
Cellulitis is the condition caused due to the infection of the skin and deeper tissues. It is caused due to bruising and cutting of the skin which allows the bacteria to enter. Diagnosis is generally done through physical evaluation. Symptoms include pain, fever, redness, and inflammation. Complications may lead to endocarditis, meningitis, and sepsis. Types…
Nausea is the feeling of extreme urge to vomit. It is a symptom of the underlying disease and caused by gastric infections, ulcers, chemotherapy, pregnancy, and diet. Diagnosis is done through physical examination, the patient’s medical history, and lab testing. On the basis of severity of symptoms, stages of nausea divided in to mild, moderate…
New Year brings new things and if you are an ardent follower of fashion, then you will always be on the lookout of new trends you should watch out for to make you look cool and also to make you stand out from the crowd. The essence of catching up with trends is so that…
Candidiasis is a fungal infection and is caused due to Candida. Symptoms include rashes, irritation, joint pain, and fatigue. Diagnosis is different for different types of candidiasis. Untreated candidiasis may cause septic shock as well as pregnancy complications. Types Following are the types of candidiasis: Oral thrush: This is the type of candidiasis found in…
Liver cirrhosis is the disease of the liver characterized by the presence of a lot of fibrous tissue or scarring. Symptoms of the disease include fatigue, swelling, weight loss, loss of appetite and yellow skin and eyes. The diagnosis is done through physical evaluation, imaging techniques, and blood tests. Types Liver cirrhosis is an irreversible…
A cough is a type of protective reflex which helps in emitting any irritants, microbes, foreign particles, mucus and fluids that blocks the respiratory tract. A cough is caused due to infection, allergy, pollution, smoking, and inhalation of irritant gases. Diagnosis of a cough can be done through physical valuation, chest X-ray and lung function…
Constipation is the disorder of gastrointestinal tract characterized by the presence of hard stools which are difficult to defecate. Constipation may be primary or secondary and acute or chronic. Diagnosis is done through imaging techniques and the causes of constipation include low fiber diet, insufficient intake of water, medications and other diseases. Types Constipation can…
Indigestion is a condition when there is discomfort or pain experienced in the upper portion of the abdomen. It normally occurs immediately after taking meals. The main symptoms of indigestion are pain or burning sensation in the upper part of the abdomen, loss of appetite, belching, burping and flatulence. It also creates an acidic taste…
