Coronary artery disease is known as the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, usually caused atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis (sometimes referred to as the “hardening” or “clogging” of the arteries) is the buildup of cholesterol and fatty deposits (known as plaques) on the inner walls of the arteries. These plaques can restrict blood flow to the…
Chronic constipation is infrequent bowel movements or difficulty in passing stool that can persist for a couple of weeks, maybe even longer. Generally speaking, constipation is described as having fewer than three bowel movements a week. Though occasional, constipation is quite common, some people experience chronic constipation that can interfere with their ability to go…
Conjunctivitis, also known as pinkeye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the clear tissue that lies over the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid. Children get it a lot. It can be a highly contagious disease (it spreads rapidly in schools and in day cares), but…
A congestion is an abnormal or excessive accumulation of body fluid. The term is broadly used in medicine. Example of such include nasal congestion (excess mucus and secretions in the air passage of the nose) seen with a common cold and congestion of blood in the lower extremities seen with some types of heart failure.
Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (colon), which is known as the final part of your digestive tract. Most cases of colon cancer starts small, noncancerous (benign) clumps of cells called adenomatous polyps. Over time some of these polyps can become into colon cancer. Polyps may be small and produce few, if any,…
Colic is an attack of crying and what appears to be abdominal pain in young infancy. It’s a common condition and is estimated to affect to up to 1 in 5 infants during their first few months. Every single infants cry for different reasons, including hunger, cold, tiredness, heat or because of diaper that needs…
The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). It’s usually harmless, although it may not feel that way. A couple of different types of viruses can cause a common cold. Children who are younger than 6 are at greatest risk of colds, but healthy adults can also expect…
Cold sores are small sores, or blister-like lesions, that appear on the lips, chin, cheeks, inside the nostrils, and less frequently on the gums or the roof of the mouth. They usually cause pain, a burning sensation, or itching before they burst and crust over. They are often called fever blisters. The most common cause…
Joints start to become stiff, arteries harden, and the brain isn’t as supple as it used to be. Cognitive decline is among the normal processes of aging. It happens at different elements of people’s lives; however, it always has the same overall effect. Cognitive decline simply means that your brain doesn’t work as well as…
Your body’s circulation system is responsible for sending blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout your body. When blood flow to a certain part of your body is lowered, you may experience the symptoms of poor circulation. Poor circulation is most common in your extremities, such as your legs and arms. Poor circulation isn’t a condition in…