Category: Disease Management

What are Gallstones? The gallbladder, a tiny organ located beneath your liver in the upper right belly, plays a vital role in digestion. It stores bile, a green-yellow fluid that aids in digestion. A gallstone or other obstructions in the bile duct of your gallbladder can lead to various health issues. Gallstones meaning bile-derived chemicals…

Dengue manifests without symptoms most of the time, which makes it challenging to detect. When the symptoms appear, it’s crucial to identify and differentiate them as mild or severe. This will ensure the appropriate treatment is done accordingly. Mild symptoms of Dengue are often confused with other illnesses that cause fever, aches, and pain or…

Parasitic worms that harm human beings are; protozoan parasites, helminth parasites, and ectoparasites. The distribution of parasitic infections is based on economic structure. Intestinal helminths and protozoan parasites are more common in developing countries. While in developed countries, protozoan parasites are responsible for gastrointestinal infections.  What are protozoan parasites?  Types, incidence, and treatment of parasitic…

What is Chikungunya? Chikungunya, which literally means “to become contorted” in reference to the stooped appearance of those suffering from joint pain, is a virus that is spread to humans by the bites of mosquitoes infected with the virus. Chikungunya is caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), an alphavirus. Mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti and Aedes…

What is Chickenpox? Chickenpox is a highly contagious and infectious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It causes rashes with small, fluid-filled blisters that are itchy. If a person has never experienced chickenpox then they are prone to be at high risk. Once you experienced chickenpox and are vaccinated against it then you won’t…

What is a Sinus infection? Sinusitis is a condition in which the tissue that lines the sinuses becomes inflamed or swollen. Sinuses produce a slim mucus that drains through the nose’s routes. This drainage maintains the nose clean. Sinuses are usually full of air, but they can become inactive and full of mucus. Bacteria can…

What is vertigo? Vertigo is a condition which can cause problems of dizziness. If you have vertigo, you might only feel dizzy for a short while (minutes). But vertigo can also make some people feel dizzy for hours or even days. People with the disorder may also feel sick (have nausea) and throw up (vomit).…

What is Celiac disease? Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that gets worse when you eat gluten. It is also called celiac sprue or nontropical sprue. Gluten is a protein found in grains like wheat, barley, and rye. It gives dough its elasticity and makes bread chewy. When a person eats something with gluten, their…

What is Proctitis? Proctitis pain is caused by an infection. It connects your small and large digestive systems. So it can also cause pain in your buttocks, groyne, and back. You may feel proctitis symptoms like rectal tenesmus. The large intestine and the anus are two parts of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The mouth is…

What is Rotavirus? Rotavirus is an infection that primarily affects children under the age of five. It’s immensely contagious and spreads quickly. Adults can get the infection as well, though it is usually less severe than it is in children. It has a round shape when viewed under a microscope. The word “rota,” which means…