Diseases & Health Conditions

Cancer of the lip accounts for 40 percent of the cancers of the mouth. Lip cancer is commonly seen as an ulcer that fails to heal, and it usually occurs due to smoking and excess exposure to sun, according to…
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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common. Everyone who has sexual relations with another person is at risk for contracting an STD, according to the Mayo Clinic. Many STDs have vague or no symptoms associated with the condition and the transmission…
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The first step in helping your child who suffers from depression is to recognize that she’s depressed. Some parents ignore the signs and symptoms of depression, because it’s hard to realize that your child suffers from depression. Depressed children have…
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Many different kinds of cardiac disorders occur in children, but they can be classified into two main groups, according to The Children’s Hospital-Denver. In congenital disorders, the child was born with the problem. In acquired disorders, the child’s heart is…
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Overview Scars tend to become less prominent over time, but some still never recede enough to make their bearer content. The result can be self-consciousness and even physical pain, particularly if the scars are large or have other characteristics that…
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A bladder infection, also called a UTI or urinary tract infection, is caused by harmful bacteria in the urinary tract. Pregnant women are at higher risk for developing a UTI, as the growing uterus places pressure on the bladder and…
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Depression is a common but serious mental illness that presents itself in many forms. Some are more severe than others, and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) defines these depression types. The three most distinct forms of…
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1. Give Your Immune System a Boost Believe it or not, a great way to prevent fungal infections is to make sure you are getting the nutrients your body needs to fight them off. This includes getting your USRDA requirements…
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Smoking cigarettes causes harm to the body in many different ways. The smoke from tobacco has over 60 known cancer-causing chemicals, according to the Mayo Clinic. In addition to the harm caused by inhaling deadly substances in the cigarette, the…
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Dysthymia, a chronic form of depression, is milder than major depression but can still significantly impact a person’s ability to be successful at work, cultivate healthy relationships and function normally each day. Everybody feels sad sometimes, but people with chronic…
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Soy milk allergies typically appear in infants and toddlers, who often outgrow it by age 5, according to the Cleveland Clinic. However, soy milk allergies can develop at any age and last indefinitely. An allergy to soy milk is different…
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Tuberculosis is a chronic disease transmitted by the bacteria known as Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is seen in the lungs but can also target other organs, including the kidneys and liver. A person is infected when they inhale air droplets issued…
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The human immunodeficiency virus infection cripples the immune system of the body, leading to the development of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention put the number of people living with HIV/AIDS in the United…
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Overview Bipolar disorder is divided into two subtypes: I and II. People with bipolar I disorder can experience both manic and hypomanic episodes over the course of their lives, whereas only hypomania occurs in bipolar II. Other important differences include…
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What Are Enzymes? Enzymes are organic substances that sustain life; proteins that act as catalysts, or accelerators, during chemical reactions happening continually throughout the body. Some reactions need to happen quickly, such as the enzymes involved in breaking down big…
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Excessive drinking over time can lead to a physical dependence on alcohol. Drinking more than 15 drinks a week for men or 12 drinks a week for women increases the risk of developing alcohol dependence, according to the Mayo Clinic….
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Faced with bacteria that no longer respond to the present antibiotic weaponry available, science is looking toward the natural kingdom for defense. Natural substances, unlike manmade antibiotics, undergo the process of evolution. A single herb, for instance, can contain countless…
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Teenage drinking causes fears and concerns for many parents. But teens should beware of excessive drinking because it can lead to dangerous consequences and even death. Alcohol abuse can disrupt normal development for young people, lead to serious conflicts with…
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Even though they are small in size, these tiny fruits are enormous in cancer-preventing ability. But why berries? First, berries are an easy way to consume a concentrated source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and hundreds of other cancer-fighting phytochemicals. Second,…
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women in the U.S. with an estimated 190,000 new cases and 40,000 deaths per year. It also occurs in…
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Narcissistic behavior, clinically referred to as narcissistic personality disorder, affects how a person views himself. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) states that a narcissistic person has a preoccupation with himself, an exaggerated self-esteem and one who reacts with anger…
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Arming yourself with information prior to the doctor visit can alleviate some of the apprehension associated with taking your bundle of joy to be vaccinated. Routine vaccinations are recommended in the United States by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)…
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Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that effects the user physiologically, socially, emotionally and environmentally. Cocaine abuse may lead to a long term addiction and often the addiction is so powerful that it can alter a person’s life seemingly beyond…
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1. What is GERD? Just about everybody has experienced symptoms of GERD at one time or another. About 17 million people in the United States have heartburn and other symptoms of GERD. For seniors, the discomfort of GERD can be…
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If you notice an animal acting oddly, particularly a fox, skunk, raccoon, cat, dog or others, it could be infected with the rabies virus. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) notes that an infected animal may act aggressively, or conversely…
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Pressure sores, or decubitus ulcers, occur when pressure cuts off circulation to skin and tissue. People who are in a wheelchair or are bedridden are at high risk to develop decubitus ulcers. The most common areas for pressure ulcers to…
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Chemotherapy is a major treatment done for people with cancer. While chemotherapy prove very effective in killing cancer cells, it also destroys healthy cells and causes side effects such as nausea, weight loss, diarrhea, vomiting and loss of hair. In…
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Alzheimer’s disease is a condition which involves the slow deterioration of the brain and loss of memory. Though Alzheimer’s usually occurs as people get older, it can actually happen to anyone. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Once a…
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1. Body Reactions Inside and Out Experts classify non-Hodgkins lymphoma cells by two different types of cell reactions. B cells are the cells responsible for 90 percent of non-Hodgkins lymphoma cases. Inside your body, the B cells undergo changes within…
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Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare form of breast cancer, accounting for 1 to 3 percent of all cases, according to the American Cancer Society. In contrast with most other types of breast cancer, inflammatory breast cancer causes the breast…
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