Definition A meningioma is an abnormal growth (tumor) that arises from the protective lining around the brain and spinal cord, the meninges. These tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) with some being atypical where it is neither cancerous nor non-cancerous. The vast majority of meningiomas are >> Read More ...
Sweat or perspiration is the body’s way to cool itself. We tend to sweat more when we are hot and less when are feeling cold. Most people see sweating as an uncomfortable and undesirable process but it is actually a life saving mechanism. Sweating excessively is one of the more commonly known abnormalities with >> Read More ...
What is solar urticaria? Solar urticaria is a skin condition known as hives that specifically develops after exposure to sunlight. It can also occur with artificial light sources within specific wavelengths. Solar urticaria is a type of photodermatosis – a skin condition that arises with light exposure. It tends to >> Read More ...
What is berylliosis? Berylliosis is type of lung disease caused by inhaling beryllium. It only affects a small proportion of people exposed to beryllium and is mainly seen among beryllium workers. Beryllium is a metal that is not commonly encountered in everyday life . Therefore berylliosis is primarily an occupational >> Read More ...
With the 2012-2013 flu season being one of the worst in recent years, there is widespread concern about how the flu should be prevented, treated and managed. The fact is that the same medical guidelines that have applied for preceding flu seasons should be followed closely. There is no ‘cure’ for the flu >> Read More ...
Diarrhea is a common symptom that we all experience several times in our life. In most instances it is acute, meaning that it lasts for a few days, and then eases. It may not even require medical treatment and does not tend to recur shortly after stopping. However, there are instances where diarrhea can be persistent and >> Read More ...
A burning sensation in the feet is a symptom that not entirely uncommon. For most of us who experience burning feet every now and then, the sensation is short-lived and often associated with a long day of standing or excessive walking. Soaking the feet in a warm bath, resting it and even a gentle massage quickly relieves >> Read More ...
Acid reflux is the most common upper gastrointestinal problem in people across the world. It occurs when the acidic stomach juices flow upwards into the food pipe (esophagus) and sometimes even as high as the throat, mouth or even nose. We all may experience acid reflux every now and then in life especially after >> Read More ...
Ear infections are common, especially in children, but many cases of outer ear infections can be prevented with a little vigilance. The ear like any part of the body has various mechanisms in place to prevent infection apart from the fact that the immune system can fight off an infection when it occurs. As the age old >> Read More ...
Bed Bugs Bed bugs are tiny insects belonging to the Cimicid family of parasites. These bugs survive by feeding on the blood of mammals like humans. The most common of the bed bug species is Cimex lectularius which has a preference for human blood. These insects are commonly referred to as bed bugs as they tend to hide in >> Read More ...
