Intestinal worms, also referred to as parasitic worms, are one of the main types of intestinal parasites. Common types of such include: flatworms, which include tapeworms and flukes roundworms, which can cause ascariasis, pinworm, and hookworm infections Here are some of the common symptoms of intestinal worms are: abdominal pain diarrhea, nausea or vomiting gas/bloating…
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that can regularly affect millions of people all over the world. In short, people who are living with insomnia find it a challenge to fall asleep or stay asleep. The effects can be quite devastating. Insomnia can usually lead to daytime sleepiness, lethargy, and a general feeling of being unwell,…
Stings and bites from insects are common. They often result in redness and swelling in the injured area. Sometimes, a sting or bite can cause a life-threatening allergic reaction or transmit pathogens (viruses, bacteria or parasites, for instance) to humans.
Influenza, or flu, is a respiratory illness caused by a virus. Flu is highly contagious and is normally spread by the coughs and sneezes of an infected person. You can also catch a flu by touching an infected person, for instance, shaking hands. Adults are contagious 1-2 days before getting symptoms and up to 7…
Inflammation is a defense mechanism in the body. The immune system recognizes damaged cells, irritants and pathogens, and it starts with the healing process. When something harmful or irritating affects a part of your body, there’s a biological response to try to remove it. The signs and symptoms of inflammation can be uncomfortable but are…
An infection can happen when a foreign organism enters a person’s body and causes harm. The organism uses that person’s body to sustain itself, reproduce and colonize. These infectious organisms are known as pathogens. Examples of pathogens include bacteria, viruses, fungi and prions. Pathogens can multiply and adapt quickly. Some infections are mild and barely…
You know it when you start to feel it: that full, uncomfortable sensation in your belly during or after a meal. You may have burning or pain in the upper part of your stomach, as well. It’s indigestion, also referred to as dyspepsia. Indigestion is often a sign of an underlying problem, such as gastroesophageal…
Impotence is a common problem among men and is characterized by the consistency inability to sustain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse or the ability to achieve ejaculation, or both. Erectile dysfunction can vary. It can involve a total inability to achieve an erection or ejaculation, an inconsistent ability to do so, or a tendency…
Hypertension is another name given to high blood pressure. It can lead to severe complications and increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and even death. Blood pressure is known as the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels. The pressure depends on the work being done by the heart…
Hyper-coagulation is the name for the excessive blood clotting experienced. When you get a cut, your body forms a thickened mass of blood tissue. Referred to as a blood clot, this mass stops the bleeding. Proteins in your blood help form the clot. This process is referred to as coagulation. Coagulation helps when you’re injured…