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Bruises: symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment
What is a bruise? A bruise, also known as a contusion, is a discoloured area of skin that develops as a result of tissue damage. As a result of this injury, the blood vessels beneath the skin become damaged and begin to leak.Discolouration occurs when blood pools beneath the skin, resulting in a variety of…
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Natural Sea Salt: Uses, Benefits, and Downsides
Natural sea salt Sea salt, as its name suggests, is made from seawater. There are more nutrients in sea salt because it hasn’t been over-processed, and these minerals contribute to the salt’s bright colour and pure flavour. As a result of consumer demand for more natural ingredients, manufacturers are now adding sea salt to packaged…
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Varicose veins: overview, causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment
Varicose veins definition Varicose veins are veins that are twisted and swollen. It can affect any superficial vein in your body, but the legs are the most commonly affected. This is because standing and walking upright puts a greater strain on the veins in your lower body. Varicose veins and spider veins, a typical, minor…
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Osteochondritis dissecans
What is Osteochondritis dissecans? Insufficient blood flow to the bone under the cartilage of a joint makes it weak and the bone dies. This is called Osteochondritis dissecans. This bone and cartilage can then fall apart, causing pain and possibly making it hard to move your joints. Osteochondritis dissecans is most common in children and…
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Are you a depressed couple? What are the signs to look for?
Depression is a frequent and dangerous medical ailment that impairs one’s mood, thinking, and behaviour. Thankfully, it is also curable. It can result in a range of mental and physical complications and impair your capacity to operate at work and home amongst couples. It may be difficult for a depressed couple to balance their job…
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Hyperthyroidism symptoms, causes and preventions
What is Hyperthyroidism? In hyperthyroidism, the thyroid gland creates and releases more hormones than the body needs. This illness is also known as hyperthyroidism. T3 and thyroxine are thyroid hormones (T4). Hyperthyroidism’s excess hormones can speed up metabolism. Metabolism is the process of transforming food into energy for your body.When you have hyperthyroidism, your metabolism…
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Sinusitis: overview, symptoms and home remedies
What exactly is sinusitis? Sinusitis is a condition when the tissue covering your sinuses expands or even worse. Sinuses are behind the nose and eyes. Sinus walls produce mucus. Mucus adds moisture to nasal air, retains dust, and helps to prevent Sinusitis symptoms. What are the sinusitis symptoms? Acute sinusitis symptoms and Signs include: Faceache…
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An overview on psoriasis symptoms, causes and treatment
Overview Psoriasis causes red, itchy crusted patches on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp. Psoriasis disease is an incurable chronic disease. It flares up for a few weeks or months, then fades or relapses. There are treatments available to help manage psoriasis symptoms. You can also improve your psoriasis-related quality of life by changing your…
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Psoriasis diet: What foods to eat and avoid
Psoriasis is a chronic condition with varying degrees of intensity. In order to avoid exacerbations, or the recurrent relapse of symptoms, medical intervention frequently intends to reduce or eliminate skin cell production. A few psoriasis treatment diet or dietary changes may also be beneficial.Curbing triggers is an essential aspect of managing your psoriasis and preventing…
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Seborrheic dermatitis: overview, causes and symptom
What is seborrheic dermatitis? It is a common dermatological problem that affects the seborrheic areas of the body. “Seborrheic” stands for “Sebaceous glands” a small gland in the skin which secretes a lubricating oily matter (sebum), whereas “dermatitis” word is used to describe skin irritations and rashes. Seborrheic dermatitis symptoms affect the scalp, face, retro-auricular…
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