Category: Disease Management
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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO): Causes, Symptoms, and Evidence-Based Treatment Options
What is SIBO? Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a digestive disorder defined by an abnormal, excessive accumulation of bacteria in the small intestine. Normally, bacterial counts are highest in the large intestine, but this overgrowth disrupts the normal digestive process by interfering with nutrient absorption and causing the premature fermentation of carbohydrates [1]. SIBO…
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Low-GI Foods for Diabetics: A Guide to Better Blood Sugar Control
Managing diabetes requires a careful balance of lifestyle factors, and incorporating low-GI foods into your diet can be a crucial strategy for better blood sugar control. The Glycemic Index (GI) is a tool that ranks carbohydrate-containing foods based on how quickly they raise blood glucose levels after eating. These foods are designed to cause a…
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What to Eat and Avoid with a Sore Throat or Tonsillitis: Soothing Foods & Irritants
Struggling with a sore throat or tonsillitis? Your diet may significantly impact your symptoms and healing. Tonsillitis, or the inflammation of the tonsils, often comes with a sore, scratchy throat, pain while swallowing, and general discomfort. Whether caused by a viral or bacterial infection, choosing the right foods to eat and avoid during tonsillitis can…
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Tongue Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Tongue ulcers, also known as mouth sores or oral ulcers, are small but often painful lesions that develop on the surface of the tongue [1]. While they are usually harmless, these ulcers can significantly interfere with eating, speaking, and maintaining oral hygiene. From minor irritations to potential symptoms of underlying health conditions, tongue ulcers have…
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Acute Febrile Illness (AFI): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
One day you’re fine, and the next, your body feels hot, achy, and exhausted. Maybe there’s a headache, chills, or just a general sense that something’s off. Doctors often refer to this type of rapid-onset illness as an acute febrile illness. Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) is a frequently encountered medical condition that affects people of…
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पित्ताशय की पथरी (कोलेलिथियसिस): लक्षण, कारण और उपचार (Gallbladder Stone: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment)
गॉलब्लैडर स्टोन या पित्ताशय की पथरी एक ऐसी आम लेकिन गंभीर समस्या है, जो तब होती है जब पित्त में मौजूद पदार्थ जैसे कोलेस्ट्रॉल और बिलीरुबिन जमा होकर ठोस कण या क्रिस्टल (calculi) बना लेते हैं। ये क्रिस्टल धीरे-धीरे पथरी में बदल जाते हैं, जो पित्ताशय या उसके पित्त नलिकाओं (Bile Ducts) में रुकावट पैदा…
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Fruits to Enjoy or Moderate During a Cough and Cold: Fact vs. Myth
Every year, billions of people experience the common cold, with adults catching it 2–3 times annually and children even more frequently [1]. While fruits are naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, some people believe certain fruits can worsen symptoms like a sore throat or mucus production. It’s important to differentiate between widely circulated myths…
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Diet in Dengue Fever: What to Eat and What to Avoid for Faster Recovery
What to eat while suffering from dengue fever is a challenge. Dengue is a viral infection transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, often resulting in high fever, body aches, fatigue, and, in some cases, a drop in platelet count. Nutrition plays a vital role in supporting your body’s immune response, maintaining hydration, and aiding tissue repair.…
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Chikungunya Virus: What Do You Need To Know?
Chikungunya is a viral infection transmitted to humans by the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus [1]. The name “Chikungunya” means “to become contorted” in the Makonde language, referring to the bent posture resulting from severe joint pain [1]. The disease is caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), an alphavirus belonging…