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…

Cholera is a type of bacterial infection and is caused by Vibrio cholerae. The condition is caused due to eating or drinking substances contaminate with bacteria.  Symptoms include watery diarrhea, dehydration, thirst, fever, muscle pain, and rapid heart rate. Diagnosis is done through physical examination, stool culture, and rapid dipstick test. Types The type of…

Chickenpox is the condition caused by the infection of varicella sister virus. The symptoms of this condition include rashes, blisters, fever, muscle pain, and malaise. The disease is diagnosed through physical examination and viral culture. Complications of the disease include sepsis, pneumonia, and encephalitis. Types Chickenpox can be divided on the basis of the severity…

Normal blood pressure is required to perform vital activities. Any changes, whether a reduction or increase, in blood pressure, leads to severe consequences including coma and death. Symptoms of high blood pressure include a severe headache, chest pain, nose bleed and difficulty breathing while hypotension may cause fainting and unconsciousness. Types Following are the types…

Bronchitis is the inflammation of the lining of bronchioles. The lining gets irritated and inflamed due to infection, pollution or smoking leading to secretion of mucus. Increased mucus secretion causes chest congestion, discomfort, difficulty breathing and fever. Bronchitis can be acute and chronic. Types On the basis of the period of symptoms, bronchitis is divided…

Brain hemorrhage is the condition in which the vessels in the brain bursts and there is bleeding inside the brain. Various types of hemorrhage may occur inside the brain. Brain hemorrhage is diagnosed through neurological examination, imaging techniques, and lumbar puncture. Types Following are the types of intracranial hemorrhage: Epidural hematoma: Epidural hematoma is the…

Atherosclerosis is the condition characterized by the narrowing of arteries due to the plaque. The symptoms of atherosclerosis occur due to reduced blood flow in the related tissue. The symptoms of atherosclerosis include chest pain, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and pain and numbness in body parts. Diagnosis is done through blood tests, imaging techniques, and electrocardiogram….

Appendicitis is the condition characterized by the presence of inflammation in the appendix. Symptoms of appendicitis include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. Appendicitis is diagnosed through physical examination, lab tests, and imaging techniques. Types Following are the types of appendicitis: Chronic appendicitis: When the examination of the appendix of the patient suffering from appendicitis…