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Diarrhoea is a condition characterised by loose or watery stool and an irritated bowel. There are three forms of diarrhoea as defined in terms of length of time for which the condition lasts: Acute Persistent Chronic Acute diarrhoea is short in duration lasting from a few hours to some days, […]
Allergic Conjunctivitis: Pink Eye People have allergic conjunctivitis when eyes come into contact with an allergen. This is a substance that makes the immune system of the body overreact. Eyes become sore, painful and inflamed. Symptoms take place because histamine is released along with other active substances by mast cells […]
What is Food Poisoning? Food poisoning is a disease that is associated with drinking fluids or eating liquids or solids that are infected with specific bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical toxins. When is Food Contaminated? Credit: Wellcome Library, London. Wellcome Images /CC BY Contamination of food can occur during any […]
Anorexia Nervosa: A Life Threatening Eating Disorder Anorexia nervosa is a psychological disorder defined by extremes in low body weight relative to stature. Apart from low Body Mass Index, other signs of this eating disorder include: Extreme/needless weight loss Irrational, deep fear of weight gain Distorted perception of self-image and […]
What is Infected Hair Follicle? Folliculitis or infected hair follicles require immediate treatment if it does not heal on its own. This condition is characterised by the inflammation of the hair follicle. A follicle is a tiny pouch in the body from which hair grows. Any part of your body can […]
What is Total Hip Replacement? A common surgery where the damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial one, total hip replacement involves prosthesis.This is a form of hip replacement surgery where the femur is removed and the hip socket is shaped, replacing it with a hip implant cup, ball […]
Globe Artichoke: A Vegan’s Delight There are two kinds of artichokes that have health benefits for people namely: Globe Artichoke Jerusalem Artichoke Globe artichoke is botanically known as Cynara cardunculus. This is a flower bud of the thistle which has spine-tipped leaves. It’s heart and base are edible and though […]
Charcot Joints: Definition Charcot joints are neuropathic joints. These are caused by loss of sensation in the joint. This severely damages and disrupts the joint, so much so that diagnosis can be made using a physical examination as well as X-ray. French neurologist Jean-Martin Charcot (1825-1893) regarded as the father […]