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A fistula is an abnormal connection between two hollow spaces (epithelial surfaces), such as blood vessels, intestines, or other hollow organs. Fistulas are usually caused by injuries or surgeries resulting in infection or inflammation. Also sometimes fistulae are created for therapeutic purpose.

Types of fistulas include:

Blind - with only one open end. Also known as sinus tracts
Complete - with both external and internal openings
Incomplete - a fistula with an externa...more

When an organ or fatty tissue is squeezed through a hole (weak spot) in the connective tissue or a surrounding muscle then it causes a hernia. Usually, hernia happens at the abdominal wall and sometimes it can be seen as an external bulge.

There are various types of hernia which include:

Inguinal Hernia (happens in the inner groin).
Incisional Hernia (develops through a scar or an incision in the abdomen).
Umbilical Hernia (develops at the belly button).
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An Anal fistula (also known as fistula-in-ano) is a small tunnel that can develop between anal canal and the skin near the anus often resulting from an untreated or inadequately treated perianal abscess. No medicinal treatment shows complete cure of anal fistula except few conditions like tubercular fistula. Early surgery, short & straight fistula tract and anal fistula treatment with ksharasutra give promising results with high rate of success.

Fast facts on Anal fistula

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Accumulation state of any dosha starts causing pre symptom or warning signs to correct the potential imbalance going on in the body.

Vata (vayu- air) sanchay symptoms

the frequent sensation of fullness below the naval.
constant or frequent fullness of stomach
perception of the breathing becomes shallow
the volatility of mood, especially envy and dissatisfaction
interrupted, changing thoughts
late afternoon fatigue
interrupted and unrestful sleep
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Constipation is a condition characterized by extreme difficulty in emptying the bowels. It is characterized by hardening of the feces. Ayurvedic remedies have been considered since a long time to support healthy bowel movements. Acute constipation can also be a sign of Crohn s disease or irritable bowel syndrome.

Symptoms of constipation:
1. Immense strain during bowel movements
2. Inability to have proper bowel movements
3. A feeling of being blocked up from within
4. H...more

Hernia or what in Ayurveda is known as Antra Vriddhi , is a condition that takes place when an internal organ in your abdomen gets displaced and protrudes outward, giving rise to swelling in the abdominal region.

Even though you can develop a hernia anywhere in your body, it mostly occurs in the abdominal region and can affect both men and women at any age.

The causes of hernia:

Even though hernia can be a hereditary condition, certain factors can contribute in causin...more

The most common form of leishmaniasis, cutaneous leishmaniasis is generally identified as a parasitic disease caused by the bite of infected sand flies, and is responsible for causing skin sores.
These skin sores vary in size and appearance and are susceptible to changes over time. They have often been described as miniature volcanoes, having slightly elevated edges with a central crater, and at times covered by a scab. Occasionally, swollen glands can appear in and around the sores, and may...more

Abdomen pain or abdominal pain is usually experienced in the area between the chest and the stomach. This kind of pain usually comes as a dull cramp that also produces shooting stabs of pains intermittently, or it may be a localised pain in one side of the stomach. This may also be accompanied by inflammation, and other diseases related to organs like intestines, kidneys, pancreas, liver, spleen and stomach.

So what are the causes of stomach or abdomen pain? Read on to find out:
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What is Gonorrhea?

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It s caused by infection with the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It tends to infect warm, moist areas of the body, including the:

-urethra (the tube that drains urine from the urinary bladder)
-eyes
-throat
-vagina
-anus
-female reproductive tract (the fallopian tubes, cervix, and uterus)
-Gonorrhea passes from person to person through unprotected oral, anal, or vaginal sex. People w...more

Have you ever wondered why in most cases, when you visit your doctor, he/she asks you to stick out your tongue? While it is true that the doctor has a better view of the throat when your tongue is stuck out there is also another fundamental reason for it. The doctor would also like to know the soundness of your tongue. You might have heard this old saying that a lot can be said about you by looking at your tongue. This holds certainly true in modern times and if your tongue looks unhealthy, it i...more