Most cases of heart attack are due to coronary heart disease where the coronary arteries are blocked with calcified plaques. In studies conducted, it was confirmed that the direct cause of almost all cases of heart attacks is not the plaques. Instead, it is the abrupt formation of a blood clot on top of the […]
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Urticaria or hives is described as an elevated, itchy rash that develops on the skin. It can develop on one part of the body or spread over large areas. The rash is quite itchy and varies in size from a few millimeters up to the size of a hand. Even though the affected region can
Mastoiditis is a bacterial infection which affects the mastoid bone which is found behind the ear. This condition is considered serious and quite prevalent among children but adults can sometimes be affected. The mastoid bone has a characteristic honeycomb structure that contains air spaces known as mastoid cells. These mastoid cells maintain the air space
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
Decongestants are medications that provide brief relief for a stuffed or blocked nose. These can help alleviate the symptoms of conditions such as flu, common cold, hay fever, sinusitis and other allergic reactions. The medication works by reducing the swelling of the blood vessels in the nose that opens up the airways. What are the
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If an adult ends up with a knocked-out tooth, it is recommended to put it back in place and bring him/her straight to a dentist. Do not attempt to reinsert a baby tooth but simply bring the child to a dentist right away. In cases where an adult tooth could not be placed back into
A broken arm is typically brought about by a fall onto an extended arm. It usually takes 6-8 weeks for the injury to heal among adults and a shorter period among children. Do I have a broken arm? A broken arm or wrist can be excruciating along with the following: Tenderness or swelling around the
