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Headaches and migraines can vary drastically depending on their duration, specific symptoms and the person they are affecting. The more you know about your specific type of headache or migraine, the better prepared you will be to treat them and possibly even prevent them. The two types of migraine are-
Migraine without aura: The majority of migraine sufferers have Migraine without Aura.
Migraine with aura: Migraine with Aura refers to a range of neurological disturbances that occu...more
Migraine without aura: The majority of migraine sufferers have Migraine without Aura.
Migraine with aura: Migraine with Aura refers to a range of neurological disturbances that occu...more
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World Heart Day which is celebrated every year on 29th September was created by World Heart Federation. It was aimed at informing people around the world about cardiovascular disease (CVD). It is a global campaign through which the federation unites people in the fight against the CVD burden as well as inspires and drives international action to encourage heart-healthy living. Aortic valve stenosis is a heart condition in which the valve to the biggest artery- the one which provides oxygen-rich ...more
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Headache is a pain in any part of the head, including the scalp, upper neck, face (including the eye area).
A primary headache is caused by problems with or overactivity of pain-sensitive structures in your head. A primary headache isn't a symptom of an underlying disease.
What are the causes and triggers?
The three most common causes of a primary headache are:
Cluster headache
Tension-type headache
Migraine
Some primary headaches can be triggered ...more
A primary headache is caused by problems with or overactivity of pain-sensitive structures in your head. A primary headache isn't a symptom of an underlying disease.
What are the causes and triggers?
The three most common causes of a primary headache are:
Cluster headache
Tension-type headache
Migraine
Some primary headaches can be triggered ...more
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Arrhythmia is a disorder which is characterized by improper and irregular heartbeats; be it too slow or too fast. This problem occurs when the electrical impulses that are used to regulate your heartbeat don t work in the correct manner. Your heart may beat irregularly, too slow or too fast.
Symptoms
Although this disorder does not yield many symptoms, a few noticeable symptoms of arrhythmia are slow heartbeat, or a racing heartbeat, chest pain, breathing difficulties and dizziness....more
Symptoms
Although this disorder does not yield many symptoms, a few noticeable symptoms of arrhythmia are slow heartbeat, or a racing heartbeat, chest pain, breathing difficulties and dizziness....more
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5 Natural ways to control your blood pressure
Blood pressure rises with each heartbeat and falls as your heart relaxes. The normal blood pressure should be less than 120/80 mm hg. An increase or decrease on either end can cause various problems.
Here are some of the natural ways to control your blood pressure.
1. Having a diet low in sodium
In the event of a high blood pressure, curtail the consumption of foods that are rich in sodium. However, research reveal...more
Blood pressure rises with each heartbeat and falls as your heart relaxes. The normal blood pressure should be less than 120/80 mm hg. An increase or decrease on either end can cause various problems.
Here are some of the natural ways to control your blood pressure.
1. Having a diet low in sodium
In the event of a high blood pressure, curtail the consumption of foods that are rich in sodium. However, research reveal...more
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Anorexia is a common eating disorder which is identified by abnormally low body weight, intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted perception of body weight. The problem is not only related to your dietary patterns but it also related to your mental state. People with this disorder are generally self-conscious, have a low self-esteem and are overly concerned about their external appearance.
Causes of Anorexia
Biological factors - These factors represent that anorexia can be...more
Causes of Anorexia
Biological factors - These factors represent that anorexia can be...more
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Anxiety is a common issue with growing teenagers. It is not the typical anxiety before exams or academic projects. It is more than that. Anxiety may be the result of the hormonal changes, which predominantly affect the adolescent years of growth. While your body copes with different changes, your mind tangles between the future liberty and present restrictions. Knowing certain facts about this anxiety trail can help you to cope with it.
1. Anxiety is not always a disease: Anxiety is not...more
1. Anxiety is not always a disease: Anxiety is not...more
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Blood pressure is the measure of the resistance to the natural flow of blood in the blood vessels. The major, minor and few smaller blood vessels themselves have a thin muscular lining that keeps the vessel supple and aids the flow of nutritious blood within its tube-like structure. The vessel walls resist the free flow causing a reverse pressure that is referred to as Blood Pressure. This pressure strains the heart muscles (Left Ventricle more) to contract strongly to push the nutritious blood ...more
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It is perfectly normal and quite common for people to feel drowsy after meals. However, it can be very embarrassing when you are at work. Isn t it?
It's likely that you also find yourself yawning at your desk after a satisfying lunch with your coworkers. On the other hand, you have an important assignment to finish within a limited time and submit it to your immediate boss or senior. It becomes an awkward situation. That said, we can tell you how to deal with it. So,...more
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Bedwetting, also known as Nocturnal Enuresis, can be referred to as the unintended and involuntary urination during sleep. Enuresis, being a medical term, stands for wetting, whether during the day in full clothing or at night in bed. For young children and infants, urination is certainly involuntary. It is worth note that children who wet their beds are not actually being disobedient or lazy.
Child Bedwetting can be classified into two types- Primary and Secondary
Primary Bedw...more
Child Bedwetting can be classified into two types- Primary and Secondary
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Infantile spasm is a seizure-related disorder that is witnessed among infants and young children. The average age for getting affected with infantile spasm is four months, but some kids might experience this disorder within a month of the birth. This disease can have a subtle appearance, and as such, it is difficult to recognize as a serious condition. While a full seizure in an adult is scary, the one observed among infants can be as little as a minor head drop, along with minor body shakes. Th...more
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After a hard day the only relief one has is to get a good night s rest and drift off to the world of sweet sleep. You might find yourself wide awake at night, even when your body is extremely tired. This difficulty to fall asleep naturally is called insomnia. If this inability to sleep continues for a long time, it becomes a sleep disorder and can cause many physical and health issues.
Reasons behind Insomnia
The lifestyle of the twenty first century can be very demanding. A ...more
Reasons behind Insomnia
The lifestyle of the twenty first century can be very demanding. A ...more
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Hyper somnolence or hypersomnia is a condition that leads to constant daytime fatigue and drowsiness as well as prolonged night time sleeps. In this condition, the patient will usually go through repeated bouts of sleep, which he or she will not be able to resist without proper treatment and intervention. This condition make patients take naps throughout the day even after a long and unhindered sleep throughout the night. Patterns of excessive drowsiness will begin to set in at the most inopport...more
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Sleep-Wake Disorder is a very uncommon syndrome which causes irregular sleeping patterns without any real schedule.
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People with brain malfunctioning and those who do not have a regular routine during the day experience such disorders. People with changing work shifts often experience such disorder. Also, travelers who often move from one country to another with different time zones may also have these symptoms.
There's no cure for this disorder, but treatments, includin...more
Causes -
People with brain malfunctioning and those who do not have a regular routine during the day experience such disorders. People with changing work shifts often experience such disorder. Also, travelers who often move from one country to another with different time zones may also have these symptoms.
There's no cure for this disorder, but treatments, includin...more
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Bed Wetting is a phenomenon in which a child urinates, involuntarily, on the bed when fast asleep at night.
A. The Secret Problem -
A child gains bladder control at night, but it varies with age. After attaining the age of five, 15% of the children continue bed wetting and after the age of 10, only 5% are found to be still bed wetting. The incidences of bed wetting in boys are twice as compared to girls. Bed wetting can often lead to extreme embarrassment and social awkwardness...more
A. The Secret Problem -
A child gains bladder control at night, but it varies with age. After attaining the age of five, 15% of the children continue bed wetting and after the age of 10, only 5% are found to be still bed wetting. The incidences of bed wetting in boys are twice as compared to girls. Bed wetting can often lead to extreme embarrassment and social awkwardness...more
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Bed wetting is a phenomenon in which a child loses bladder control and urinates involuntarily, on the bed when fast asleep at night. It is the cause of substantial mental distress in children. The frequency of urination is approximate >2-3 nights/week.
The physiological process of bladder control: The urinary bladder is a contractile organ that works as a vessel to hold urine. It enlarges as urine enters and contracts to push the urine out of the system. The nerves send a signal to the ...more
The physiological process of bladder control: The urinary bladder is a contractile organ that works as a vessel to hold urine. It enlarges as urine enters and contracts to push the urine out of the system. The nerves send a signal to the ...more
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Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders. This condition can affect children. However, it is associated with a number of myths. As a result of these myths, epileptic patients are often discriminated against.
Let s bust a few of these myths:
Myth 1: Epilepsy is contagious
Coming in contact with an epileptic patient will not increase your risk of suffering from this condition. Epilepsy can be caused by a number of factors but is not transferable from one pers...more
Let s bust a few of these myths:
Myth 1: Epilepsy is contagious
Coming in contact with an epileptic patient will not increase your risk of suffering from this condition. Epilepsy can be caused by a number of factors but is not transferable from one pers...more
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The lungs are made of pipes - starting from the nostrils all the way to the fine tubules in the lungs, through which the air we breathe passes through. The inhaled air also contains a lot of other particles - dust, pollen, virus, cigarette smoke, etc. Very often, the body is allergic to one or more of these particles, and the bronchi are constantly irritated and inflamed due to their sustained exposure. This causes allergic bronchitis which is identified by symptoms like chronic coughing, diffic...more
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