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…
A brain tumor is a condition in which cells divide in an uncontrolled manner in the brain leading to a mass of cells. Various types of tumor exist in the brain, some are cancerous while other are non-cancerous. Symptoms of a brain tumor include a headache, vision problems, confusion, disorientation, difficulty breathing, swallowing and speaking,…
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…
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…
Cervical spondylosis is a progressive condition affecting the cervical spine present in the neck. Symptoms include pain and stiffness in neck, numbness and tingling sensations and poor control on bowel and bladder. Diagnosis is done through imaging techniques and neurological examination. Types Following are the types of cervical spondylosis: Cervical spondylosis without radiculopathy or myelopathy:…
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…
Packed with abundant antioxidants, green tea is an excellent substance to fight against free radicals that have damaging effects on your skin. Following are the uses of green tea leaves in facial skin: Glowing and shining skin: The antioxidants present in the green tea improves the skin texture and helps in maintaining the shininess of…
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…
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…
Weakness is a symptom which is presented due to various underlying diseases. Weakness can be generalized as seen in diabetes or may be location specific as seen in muscular weakness or neurological disorder. Symptoms are low energy, dizziness, and headache. Types How to get rid of weakness The weakness can be divided on the basis…
