Fainting is abrupt, brief loss of consciousness that results in a fall. In most instances, when an individual faint, he/she will regain consciousness in 1-2 minutes. Nevertheless, the uncommon forms of fainting can be considered as medical emergencies. Call for an ambulance if an individual who fainted does not regain consciousness within 2 minutes. What […]
Heat or cold are the commonly used non-invasive and non-addictive measures for pain relief due to muscle and joint pain. The type that is used usually depends if the pain is new or recurring. Essentially, new injuries can trigger inflammation and possibly swelling. The application of ice reduces the flow of blood to the injury, thus
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An ice pack is a widely used and effective treatment in alleviating the pain and inflammation due to minor injuries. The cold or ice packs are available in various forms such as gel packs and packets that are designed to turn cold instantly without requiring freezing. You can even prepare your own pack by wrapping
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Flatulence is simply passing gas from the digestive tract. It is commonly called as “farting” or “passing wind”. Flatulence is often laughed about but if it is excessive, it can be a cause of awkwardness and causes uneasiness around others. Nevertheless, it is controlled with changes to the lifestyle and diet. It is a normal
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