We all experience throat irritation at times, which is not actual pain. The throat may feel itchy, scratchy, rough or raw. There are various ways in which people describe this type of discomfort. The common term used is throat irritation but unlike pain, it does not specify the exact type of sensation. So what causes an >> Read More ...
Abdominal pain is one of the most common complaints seen by doctors, and we all experience it at some point in life. For some people it is a regular occurrence and can affect their quality of life. Most of the time we tend to think that the pain is arising from the organs within the abdominal cavity. However, abdominal >> Read More ...
Toe pain is a common occurrence for most of us, usually caused by stubbing the toe against a hard object or with an ingrown toenail. However, there are a number of different conditions that can cause toe pain for other reasons beyond trauma. The pain may be ongoing especially with chronic conditions with episodes of acute >> Read More ...
Coughing is common symptom seen with many different diseases, especially respiratory tract infections. It occurs as episodes with conditions like the common cold or flu and if there are no complications such as bronchitis it may resolve within a few days to a week. There are different types of cough and sometimes the sound >> Read More ...
The liver is one of the most versatile organs in the human body. It is responsible for a number of different functions, from metabolizing substances, neutralizing poisons, removing wastes from the blood and manufacturing important substances for overall health. Although the liver has a remarkable ability to regenerate, >> Read More ...
There are many different types of skin infections that can occur and may be caused by various microbes such as bacteria and fungi. Some skin infections are more serious than others. Although the skin is a relatively strong physical barrier to infection, sometimes even minor cuts can allow bacteria to enter and lead to >> Read More ...
Menses, the bleeding seen as part of menstruation, is a normal occurrence for girls who have reached puberty and women within their reproductive years. However, there are times when vaginal bleeding occurs and it is not related to menstruation. Naturally it is a case for concern but this does not always mean that it is due >> Read More ...
There are a number of different sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) and sometimes these infectious diseases can be confused with each other. Although many people may not be as familiar with trichomoniasis as they are with other diseases like chlamydia and gonorrhea, it is one of the most common STD’s among >> Read More ...
Blisters are a common skin lesions that most of us experience at some point in life. These lesions can also form within the cavities, such as the mouth. While it is usually not a serious skin problem, it can be unsightly and painful. Over time the cause of these blisters can also contribute to the formation of calluses, >> Read More ...
Most people have a preference for salt in their food, rather than consuming unsalted foods. Some people prefer more salt than others. While this is not considered abnormal, there are cases where the desire for salt is intense and can drive a person to consume excessive amounts of salt. This can be linked to various >> Read More ...
