The tonsils are known to be two lymph nodes that are located on each side of the back of your throat. They function as a defense mechanism. They help prevent your body from being infected, the condition is referred to as tonsillitis. Tonsillitis can happen at any age, and is a common childhood infection. It’s…
Toenail fungus, is very common, with estimates that shows about 3 to 12% of the population suffers from fungal infections on their fingers or toes to some degree. Older people are more likely to have nail fungus than younger people. In addition, people who has a compromised immune system are even more susceptible. Here are…
Swelling happens wherever the organs, skin, or other parts of your body enlarge. It’s usually the result of inflammation or a buildup of fluid. Swelling can happen internally, or it can affect your outer skin and muscles. A range of conditions can cause swelling. Insect bites, illnesses or injuries can sometimes result in external swelling.…
Sun spots on skin, also referred to as solar lentigines, are due to sun exposure. They’re flat, brown spots that show up on the parts of your skin that have been exposed to the sun. Once you start getting these spots on your skin, you can expect them to darken and increase in number with…
Sunburn is the term used for red, sometimes swollen, and painful skin caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. Sunburn can vary from mild to severe. The extent depends on skin type and amount of exposure to the sun. Sunburn is a serious risk factor for skin cancer. Due to the variations…
A stroke happens when the blood supply to a certain part of your brain is interrupted or lowered, thus depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within a couple of minutes, brain cells will start to die. A stroke is a medical emergency. Prompt treatment is crucial. Early action can minimize the brain damage and…
Stretch marks are long, narrow streaks, stripes, or lines that develop on your skin. They happen when the skin is suddenly stretched and are extremely common. Anyone can develop stretch marks, although they tend to affect more women than men. Stretch mark can happen on a range of body parts, including the stomach, thighs, hips,…
Stress, in daily terms, is a feeling that people have when they’re overloaded and struggling to cope with certain demands. These demands can be related to finances, work, relationships and other problems. However, anything that poses a real or perceived challenge or threat to a person’s well-being can cause stress. Stress can be a motivator.…
Sprains and strains are some of the most common injuries that share the same signs and symptoms; however, they involve different parts of your body. A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough band of fibrous tissue that link two bones together in your joints. The most common location for a…
Stomach ulcers, also referred to as gastric ulcers, are painful sores in the stomach lining. Stomach ulcers are a kind of peptic ulcer disease. Peptic ulcers are any ulcers that affect both the stomach and small intestines. Stomach ulcers happen when the thick layer of mucus that helps protect your stomach from digestive juices is…