Ticks and fleas are two common parasitic insects that bite and feed on humans. It is largely due to human exposure to animals, be it pets in the home or livestock on a farm. Wild animals in urban areas, like birds, may also bring these insects in close contact with humans. People who camp, hike and hunt frequently may also >> Read More ...
Flatus refers to gas passed out of the rectum, or as a ‘fart’ as it is commonly known. Although it is the source of much amusement in the media, passing flatus (flatulence) is normal for the healthy body. The problem arises when flatus is excessive and uncontrollable. We all consider it normal to pass out some >> Read More ...
Popping, cracking or clicking of the joints is not usually a cause for concern, provided that it does not occur all the time and it is not accompanied by symptoms like pain and swelling. However, it still maybe a sign of a problem that is not as yet clearly apparent. In these instances, clicking of a joint may be an early >> Read More ...
What is fish poisoning? Fish poisoning is any illness caused by toxins consumed in seafood, either fish or shellfish. Some of these toxins may be found in just about any food, be it meat, fruit or vegetables. But seafood may also contain specific toxins that cause illnesses when consumed by humans. This is known as marine >> Read More ...
What is a kidney disease diet? A kidney disease diet is more correctly known as renal diet. It includes changes in eating habits that aims to reduce the strain on the kidneys and minimize the imbalances that arise with kidney disease. There are three main points that need to be taken into consideration: Moderate fluid >> Read More ...
Eczema in babies is relatively common in Western nations, affecting 1 in 10 infants. It can be particularly frustrating for parents when it occurs in newborns. In addition to a crying baby who cannot effectively communicate their needs, colic and other newborn quirks, the eczema can make caring and calming a baby a very >> Read More ...
A newly published report in 2014 by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has indicated that diabetes now affects almost 10% of the American population. This is not significantly different from previous figures. What is concerning though is that 1 out of 4 of diabetic Americans are not even aware that they have the disease. >> Read More ...
Headaches remain one of the leading causes for doctor visits among adults across the globe. There pain can vary in nature, intensity and location. Sometimes the pain is diffuse and felt throughout the head. At other times the pain in a headache can be localized to one specific spot or region of the head. A forehead >> Read More ...
Our kidneys are working 24 hours a day to filter wastes and toxins from the bloodstream, control the blood pressure and manage the fluid volume in the body. These are only some of the functions that our kidneys are constantly managing. Despite having two kidneys, there are various diseases that can compromise kidney >> Read More ...
Arthritis refers to any joint condition where there is inflammation. This results in joint pain, swelling, redness of the overlying skin and stiffness. But arthritis is not a single condition as many people tend to think. It is actually a group of conditions, the most common being osteoarthritis. Despite the name >> Read More ...
