Category: Disorder & Deficiency

Constipation is a common digestive complaint that affects people of all ages. It is generally defined as having fewer than three bowel movements per week and can significantly impact quality of life, causing discomfort, bloating, and difficulty with daily functioning [1]. Constipation may be due to a variety of reasons, ranging from poor dietary habits…

Tingling or numbness in your lower limbs can be a disconcerting experience. While often temporary and due to harmless factors like poor posture (commonly called “pins and needles”), recurring numbness (known medically as paresthesia) can sometimes signal underlying health issues. From nerve compression to chronic conditions like diabetes and vascular disease, the causes of this…

What you’re experiencing might be a muscle spasm or cramp. A muscle spasm is a sudden, involuntary, and often painful contraction of one or more muscles that cannot be immediately relaxed [1]. This involuntary tightening is the body’s natural response to various triggers, including muscle fatigue, dehydration, nerve irritation, or underlying medical conditions [2]. While…

The winter months can be a wonderful time of year, with many people enjoying the festive season and ringing in the New Year with family and friends. For others, however, the colder weather can cause apprehension and stress as they face new or worsening breathing problems. When the temperature drops, the air often becomes drier,…

What is Premature Greying of Hair? Premature greying of hair (PHG), medically known as Canities or Achromotrichia, is the loss of natural hair pigment (melanin) at an unusually early age. This process occurs because pigment cells (melanocytes) in the hair follicles produce melanin, which gives hair its colour. When these melanocytes quit producing melanin, the…

Body pain is a common ailment that can be inconvenient and uncomfortable. Our body’s ability to alert us to injuries or illnesses is invaluable; yet, depending on the type of pain one experiences, understanding its underlying cause can be challenging. There can be several potential sources, ranging from occasional headaches to chronic pain that affects…

What are Anxiety and Panic? At some point, each of us might have felt the distinct, yet often confusing, feelings of anxiety or panic. The words and their meaning sound similar, which is why most people use the terms “panic attack” and “anxiety attack” interchangeably. However, they are clinically different experiences. According to the American…

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the skin, and its development is often influenced by a combination of genetics and environmental factors [1]. In this condition, an overactive immune system mistakenly signals skin cells to grow too quickly. This rapid turnover leads to the characteristic signs of psoriasis. Psoriasis symptoms typically include…

Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog post is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your Primary Care Physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before starting any new…