Almost every person at some point needs to experience the displeasure of joint pain be it from an accident, aging, or any illness. Though a bit of joint pain every so often is typically nothing to worry about, chronic or severe pain can make even simple tasks impossible and point to a problem that needs
Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder group, characterised the body makes too little or defective haemoglobin (protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to tissues). This lack of B-12 eventually breaks the production of red blood cells and creates a host of health problems. Though thalassemia is unusual in some populations, it is more
ome time. Stomach ache can is mild discomfort or pain in your stomach, irritation, in fact, there are various conditions that can lead to this type of discomfort. It is usually nothing serious and resolves on its own, but it can be a sign of something more serious that needs medical attention. In this article,
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a commonly found health problem that affects millions of people globally. Hypertension, widely referred to as — “silent killer”, usually symptomless but can have life-threatening complications if untreated. In this article, we will look at what hypertension (high blood pressure) is, what causes it, what the health risks are
Millions of men and women worldwide are suffering from hair loss. These can be genetic, hormonal, medical, and environmentally driven, which could trigger this condition. Human beings will lose their hair; hair loss can harm human beings’ confidence and plenty of them will be looking for a permanent solution. A relatively new technique that is
Anemia is a common public health problem affecting millions of people around the world and is associated with weakness, fatigue and poor quality of life. Even though anemia is common, it remains underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed. In this article, we will take a look at what anemia is, the different causes it can have, the common
Tattoos are common nowadays, and there are many people all around the world with elaborate and intricate designs that tell stories about their lives or special moments in their life. Recent surveys show about one in three Americans has at least one tattoo, demonstrating how mainstream this art form has become. But with body art
Facial acne is a common skin disorder present in people of all age groups, especially in adolescents and early adulthood. Acne is one of the most common skin problems that is often associated with teenagers, but the truth is that there are also a lot of adults that are prone to acne due to its
Triglycerides are a form of fat (lipid) in your blood. Triglycerides are used to produce and store most of the energy in your body, but high triglyceride levels can cause serious health problems. In this blog, we will look at what triglycerides are, their importance to your health, the reasons behind high levels of triglycerides,
High cholesterol is a common health problem that can have a major effect on your quality of life. Hyperlipidemia, more commonly known as high cholesterol, happens when there is too much lipid (fat) in your bloodstream that can potentially develop into more severe health complications, like heart disease and strokes. In this blog we will