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penile shrinkage/atrophy occurs because of two main causes:
1. By the buildup of plaque, known as fat, that prevents the flow of blood
2. By the buildup of inelastic scar tissue that prevents arteries from increasing in size inside the fibrous sheath of the erectile chambers.
So how does penis shrinkage occur because of over masturbation? Excessive and abusive masturbation damages the various subcutaneous tissues of penis, causing both a buildup of plaque and an increase i...more
penile shrinkage/atrophy occurs because of two main causes:
1. By the buildup of plaque, known as fat, that prevents the flow of blood
2. By the buildup of inelastic scar tissue that prevents arteries from increasing in size inside the fibrous sheath of the erectile chambers.
So how does penis shrinkage occur because of over masturbation? Excessive and abusive masturbation damages the various subcutaneous tissues of penis, causing both a buildup of plaque and an increase i...more
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Ayurveda: kitchen herbs that can be used in medical emergencies
An indian kitchen is full of health benefits. Indian cooking is such that almost every ingredient has some benefit or another.
Few herbs and their benefits are:
1. Garlic is a cure: raw garlic has immense health properties. It has cancer prevention and cure properties, boosts the immune system, cures infections & allergic reactions, cures colds, fevers & flu apart from having anti-bacterial, anti-...more
An indian kitchen is full of health benefits. Indian cooking is such that almost every ingredient has some benefit or another.
Few herbs and their benefits are:
1. Garlic is a cure: raw garlic has immense health properties. It has cancer prevention and cure properties, boosts the immune system, cures infections & allergic reactions, cures colds, fevers & flu apart from having anti-bacterial, anti-...more
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Definition of health
The most commonly quoted definition of health is that formalized by the world health organization (who) over half a century ago; a complete state of physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Mental and social health
When we talk of health we generally think of physical health and rarely about mental health and social health.Health is just understood absence of any physical ailments
Mental ...more
The most commonly quoted definition of health is that formalized by the world health organization (who) over half a century ago; a complete state of physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Mental and social health
When we talk of health we generally think of physical health and rarely about mental health and social health.Health is just understood absence of any physical ailments
Mental ...more
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Osteoarthritis is a Non Inflammatory disease that affects many joints, knee joint most common. In normal joint, a firm, rubbery material called cartilage covers the end of each bone. Cartilage provides a smooth, gliding surface for joint motion and acts as a cushion between the bones. In Osteoarthritis, the cartilage breaks down, causing pain, swelling and problems moving the joint. This disease, that mostly affects women, worsens over the time and should be treated as early as possible.
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While some couples conceive with ease, conceiving a child can be extremely difficult for others. In cases where a woman is not able to get pregnant despite having regular intercourse in tune with her biological cycle, infertility tests may be suggested to investigate the reason behind this. In most cases, these tests are suggested if a year has gone by without intercourse resulting in a pregnancy. Women may also be said to be infertile, if they cannot carry a foetus to full term.
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As children, you have probably learnt that paralysis is complete inability to move, sense, touch or control other bodily sensations. But little did we know that paralysis comes in many forms depending on the extent to which a person is immobilized. So, what is the difference between partial and total paralysis?
What is Total Paralysis?
Whether temporary or permanent, paralysis is the inability to move part of the body due to nerve damage. However it does not mean that people with to...more
What is Total Paralysis?
Whether temporary or permanent, paralysis is the inability to move part of the body due to nerve damage. However it does not mean that people with to...more
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Vaginal rejuvenation is a surgical procedure or technique where the inner and outer muscles and structures around the vagina are surgically tightened. Remember that the vagina and surrounding tissues are composed of muscles and elastic tissue. With age and the process of childbirth, these go through a lot of changes. This could lead to changes in the way a woman experiences sex and improve her urinary function. All of this can affect overall health, both physically and emotionally.
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