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The human spine is endowed with tremendous strength and flexibility, but it is also prone to severe injuries. Due to the presence of a vast network of nerves in the spinal cord, particularly in the lower region, injuries can become gravely complicated with a large scope for permanent damage. Heavy lifting, sudden movements and twisting can lead to spinal injuries and must be avoided while working out in the gym.
There are simple precautions that you can take to protect your spine from a...more
There are simple precautions that you can take to protect your spine from a...more
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दुनिया में हर 6 आदमी में 1 ब्रेन स्ट्रोक का सामना करता है. हमारे शरीर में मस्तिष्क कोशिकाओं को ब्लड आपूर्ति करने के लिए रक्त कोशिकाएं लगातार मस्तिष्क को ब्लड पहुंचाती है. जब मस्तिष्क में ब्लड की आपूर्ति अवरुद्ध हो जाती है तो मस्तिष्क में कोशिकाएं मरने लग जाती है और परिणामस्वरूप मस्तिष्क के ऊतकों में ऑक्सीजन और पोषक तत्वों की कमी हो जाती है, जो अंत में ब्रेन स्ट्रोक का कारण बन जाता हैं. इस स्थिति में ब्रेन के कुछ हिस्से डैमेज हो जाते है या काम करना बंद कर देती है. इसके अलावा मस्तिष्क में ब्लड क्ल...more
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From terrorism to natural disasters, there are a number of traumatic events constantly hurling themselves at us. Given the amount of stress it causes an adult, imagine how a child can process this information. Often traumatic events that occur in childhood can trigger phobias and anxiety disorders that last a lifetime if not dealt with correctly.
Each child responds to trauma in a different way depending on the circumstances and their age and personality. What is common is that all chil...more
Each child responds to trauma in a different way depending on the circumstances and their age and personality. What is common is that all chil...more
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What is Injury?
Injury is any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc
Symptoms of Injuries-
Loss of consciousness
Difficulty with speaking, seeing, hearing, walking, or understanding.
Irritability
Severe headache
Vomiting
Causes of Injuries-
Medication side effects
cuts from broken glass, knives, scissors or axes
Chronic headaches
Accidents
Falls from cots, windows, tables and stairs
Lo...more
Injury is any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc
Symptoms of Injuries-
Loss of consciousness
Difficulty with speaking, seeing, hearing, walking, or understanding.
Irritability
Severe headache
Vomiting
Causes of Injuries-
Medication side effects
cuts from broken glass, knives, scissors or axes
Chronic headaches
Accidents
Falls from cots, windows, tables and stairs
Lo...more
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What is Intracranial hematoma?
An intracranial hematoma occurs when a blood vessel ruptures within your brain or between your skull and your brain. An intracranial hematoma often requires surgery to remove the blood.
Symptoms of Intracranial hematoma-
Headache
Vomiting
Loss of consciousness
Dizziness
Confusion
Lethargy
Seizures
Unequal pupil size
Weak limbs on one side of your body
Increased blood pressure
Causes of Intracranial ...more
An intracranial hematoma occurs when a blood vessel ruptures within your brain or between your skull and your brain. An intracranial hematoma often requires surgery to remove the blood.
Symptoms of Intracranial hematoma-
Headache
Vomiting
Loss of consciousness
Dizziness
Confusion
Lethargy
Seizures
Unequal pupil size
Weak limbs on one side of your body
Increased blood pressure
Causes of Intracranial ...more
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The occasional difficulty in getting or keeping an erection is normal. It starts to become a problem when you re regularly having difficulty getting or maintaining an erection to the extent that you re purposefully avoiding intimate moments with your partner.
Erectile dysfunction takes many forms. Some guys with ED are unable to achieve an erection under any circumstances, while others can occasionally become erect. You can also suffer from ED if you have no trouble getting an erectio...more
Erectile dysfunction takes many forms. Some guys with ED are unable to achieve an erection under any circumstances, while others can occasionally become erect. You can also suffer from ED if you have no trouble getting an erectio...more
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Regardless of whether the cause is a tumor, trauma, stroke or any other illness, any injury which inflicts damage on your brain cells is considered to be a brain damage.
There are two types of brain damage, both of which interfere with the standard functioning of the brain.
They are:
Acquired brain injury (ABI): Either resulting from a tumor or a neurological illness, for instance a stroke, this type of brain injury originates from the cellular level and is commonly linke...more
There are two types of brain damage, both of which interfere with the standard functioning of the brain.
They are:
Acquired brain injury (ABI): Either resulting from a tumor or a neurological illness, for instance a stroke, this type of brain injury originates from the cellular level and is commonly linke...more
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Diwali is the celebration of lights. However, it has also become associated with noise, smoke and pollution. This can be credited to a large number of firecrackers, which are burst as part of Diwali celebrations. Pollution affects not only your skin but also your internal health and can lead to a number of health problems such as:
Respiratory problems
Smoke is a common byproduct of every firecracker. These suspended particles in the air, when inhaled, can lead to a number of respira...more
Respiratory problems
Smoke is a common byproduct of every firecracker. These suspended particles in the air, when inhaled, can lead to a number of respira...more
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Dietitian/Nutritionist•Secunderabad
Though some foods do not expire, but it is advisable not to consume certain foods once they have expired.
Eggs: Eggs contain large amounts of nutrients per calorie. They are a cheap and tasty source of protein. It is no big surprise that they have turned into a breakfast staple; yet in case that you are eating an egg that is past its expiry date, do reconsider. These are the most widely recognized reasons for food-borne illnesses.
Meat: Bacteria are common in both pre-packaged meat...more
Eggs: Eggs contain large amounts of nutrients per calorie. They are a cheap and tasty source of protein. It is no big surprise that they have turned into a breakfast staple; yet in case that you are eating an egg that is past its expiry date, do reconsider. These are the most widely recognized reasons for food-borne illnesses.
Meat: Bacteria are common in both pre-packaged meat...more
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A brain stroke can affect anyone at any point of time when the supply of blood to the brain is interrupted. It can threaten major physical functions and can prove to be fatally dangerous at times. The brain stem which is placed right above the spinal cord controls the breathing, heartbeat and levels of blood pressure. It is also in charge of controlling some elementary functions such as swallowing, hearing, speech and eye movements.
What are the different types of strokes?
There ar...more
What are the different types of strokes?
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