The wrist is a highly complex joint found in the body. The wrist can suffer from several issues such as a sprain, torn ligament and fracture of the wrist bones. Damage caused on the ligaments affects the movement of the wrist and other problems. Ligaments are strong bands of tissues which keeps the bones attached to […]
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Scalp folliculitis is an inflammatory condition of the hair follicles in the scalp and it is caused by bacteria, virus, chemical irritants and fungus. The lesions of scalp folliculitis are filled with pus and cause severe itching and at the same time the hair follicles and frontal hairlines are affected. If left untreated, the condition
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Gout is a rheumatic disease that is very painful and caused by uric acid crystals that accumulates in the spaces between the joints and in the connective tissues and will result to pain and stiffness in the joints. Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that is quite common among men but women can also
Tremors are involuntary shaking and trembling which are unintentional and sometimes rhythmic fluctuation of muscles to and fro. It can happen in the arms, legs, hands, trunk, face, head and the vocal cords, but usually happen in the hands. Tremors can be a symptom of another neurological disorder and it can be short-term or chronic
Ulnar nerve compression is a condition where the ulnar nerve found in the grove of the elbow is compressed and results to numbness and weakness of the forearm including the fingers. It also causes soreness and burning in the interior side of the elbow. Ulnar nerve compression can be caused by overuse of the elbow
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Fever is an increase in the temperature of the body over the normal reading of 98.6 degrees F or 37 degrees C. Fever is how the body fights an infection. The high temperature of the body can eliminate any bacteria or viruses that attack the body. Remember that fever is the body’s natural defense mechanism
Lymph nodes are found all over the body and important component of the immune system since they help the body fight germs and other foreign substances. Areas of the body that have lymph nodes are those found behind the ears, under the jaw and chin, in the neck, on the back of the head, on
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Dryness of skin is a common dermatological problem experienced by most people. Sometimes, dryness of skin can last only for a short period of time. Dry skin is common when a person ages as well as those living in dry climates and taking a bath several times every day. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALfSJBq1hCA”] Women following a skincare
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Toothache or tooth pain can be caused when the nerve found in the tooth is irritated. There are several causes of pain in the tooth such as gum disease, dental infection, plague, injury, cracked teeth, improper placement of the tooth filling or crown and dental decay. Toothaches can be prevented by regular flossing and brushing.
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A heat stroke is a condition that develops when the body reaches the temperature of 104 degrees F. The individual can initially suffer from either heat cramps or even heat exhaustion and if these conditions are not properly treated and controlled promptly, they can become severe and lead to a heat stroke. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhEIypDhxuk”] Heat
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