Heartburn is a sensation of burning, heat, warmth or pain that often originates in the upper part of the abdomen below the sternum. The discomfort can spread in waves upward into the throat and might trigger a sour taste in the mouth. The condition is not triggered by issues with the heart, but oftentimes heart […]
Dry mouth can make it difficult to talk, eat, swallow, taste food or wear dentures. In most instances, treatment at home can alleviate the symptoms. A persistent case can lead to mouth infections, dental cavities and gum disease. What are the causes? Dehydration Breathing via the mouth Anxiety or stress Smoking Functionality issues with the
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Cervical disc herniation can be caused by wear and tear of the discs in the neck. As one starts to age, the discs lose some fluid that keeps them flexible. A herniated disc can also occur from spinal injuries which causes small-sized tears or cracks in the exterior layer of the disc. The gel-like material
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Chikungunya fever is an ailment triggered by a virus carried by mosquitoes. One is likely to acquire the condition if travelling to areas of the globe where there have been reported cases such as parts of Africa, Asia, Europe and islands in the Pacific and Indian oceans. Those who travel can spread this condition. When
A broken toe can occur if one of the toes has been stubbed on hard surfaces, dropped something heavy on it or bending it excessively. A stress fracture can occur after an abrupt increase in activity such as walking or running. What are the indications? A pop or snap at the time of the injury
Celiac disease is an issue some individuals have with foods that contain gluten. It is important to note that gluten is a form of protein present in wheat, rye, barley and triticale. If an individual is diagnosed with this condition and eats foods containing gluten, an erratic immune response is triggered. This results to the
The Eustachian tube joins the middle ear to the rear part of the throat. The tube is responsible for helping the ears drain fluid as well as keeping the air pressure in the ears at a normal level. When yawning or even swallowing, the tubes open briefly to allow air in to make the pressure
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Appendicitis is a usual cause of significant abdominal pain. This develops if the appendix which is a segment of the large intestine infected and swollen. Even experts do not precisely know the role of the appendix in the body, but it does not result to issues most of the time. The condition is prevalent among
Motion sickness can occur during a rocking boat or airplane ride. This does not cause any lasting issues but can make life miserable especially among those who travel a lot. Children from ages 5-12 years old, women and the elderly develop motion sickness more often. It is rare to occur among children younger than 2
Babesiosis is brought about by microscopic parasites that are capable of infecting the red blood cells and spread by ticks. The transmission via ticks is prevalent in certain areas and seasons, especially during the warm months. Even though many individuals who are infected do not have any symptoms, there are effective treatment options available for
