All Entries in the "Diseases & Conditions" Category
How to avoid gall bladder attack
Gallbladder is an important organ for human body. It stores bile or gall until the body requires it for digestion. It is connected to the duodenum and liver with the help of biliary tract. Gallbladder is a 3-4 inch pear shaped organ that is situated on the right portion of the human body. These days you will come across many people who suffer from gall bladder attacks. These if ignored can turn very fatal, even life threatening.
How to avoid anemia
Broadly speaking, deficiency of blood is known as anemia. It is a medical condition whereby there is deficiency of RBC’s or what we called red blood cells in human body. This condition decreases oxygen carrying capacity in the human body.
Anemia is mainly of three types namely, hemorrhage, haemolysis and haematopoisis. Anemia is not a disease, it is in fact a deficiency syndrome. It may also result due to deficiency syndrome or any other genetic disorder. There are many symptoms of anemia like fainting, pale appearance, breathlessness, tiredness, burning sensation, brittle hair etc.
How to avoid allergy
Allergy is becoming a common problem these days. Allergies may be due to many things like foods, flowers, insects, surroundings etc. If you want to treat your allergy then you need to find the causes of allergy.
How to avoid acute mountain sickness
If you have love for mountains and you frequently go for mountaineering, then you must know the different challenges involved in mountaineering. It becomes important for a person to understand and prepare him or herself for various effects of area’s elevation. There are various negative effects of high altitude. Some are as mild as headaches and lack of sleep, whereas others are more severe and includes dangerous symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting etc.
How to avoid bird flu
Recently the world was hit by a deadly virus, H1N1. This virus caused many deaths worldwide and had a huge impact on the world economy, as tourism industry suffered heavy losses. This virus was more prevalent in the African countries. So those who are traveling in eastern hemisphere are more prone to catch this deadly virus.
How to avoid binge drinking
Binge drinking basically refers to consumption of more drinks. A person is said to be indulged in binge drinking if he drinks four or more drinks on a single occasion or if she drinks five or more drinks on a single occasions. A drink is defined as 1.5 ounces or one shot of liquor, 12 ounces of beer, 12 ounces of wine cooler and 5 ounces of wine. Binge drinking is drinking as much and as fast as you can.
How to avoid aspiration pneumonia
Aspiration pneumonia is a major problem these days. Broadly speaking, it is an acute lung inflammation that fills the lungs with fibrous material, imparting gas exchange. Because of this, blood carries too much carbon dioxide rather than oxygen. Majority of people who suffer from aspiration pneumonia recover fully. However there have been many cases in which it has lead to severe consequences, including death. Aspiration pneumonia is sixth leading cause of death worldwide. It is mainly caused by virus, bacterium, fungus, mycobacterium, mycoplasma protozoa, or ricketier.
How to avoid spreading herpes
Herpes or Herpes simplex is a viral disease or infection caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2). Herpes virus infection may cause several disorders based on the site of infection as the virus moves to sensory nerves where it reside as life-long. Transmission of HSV can be by the direct contact with a lesion or the body fluid of an infected individual. Skin-to-skin contacts during period of asymptomatic shedding may also cause transmission.
How to avoid flu
Flu season has arrived. This implies, now you will find many running noses, muscles aches and sore throat. According to a recent study conducted by the WHO, flu strikes up to one fifth of the world’s total population each year. You will find many people taking flu shots as a precautionary measure.
How to avoid sepsis
Sepsis is a severe illness that involves infection and inflammation. It is caused by toxin-producing bacteria. This is usually a bacterial infection but can also be viral or fungal. This is also called SIRS (system inflammatory response syndrome). It is dangerous and needs immediate hospitalization. With septic shock, vital organs are deprived of oxygen rich blood as a result of which blood pressure drops. Sepsis can also be life threatening. It can also cause increased heartbeat, rapid breathing and abnormal temperature. An estimated 30% of the patients die with septic shock even after treatment.
