Do you experience a burning sensation in your stomach or have stomach infections? It could be a symptom of IBD (Inflammatory bowel disease). IBD is a group of health conditions leading to chronic inflammation of your alimentary canal (digestive tract).
There are two types of IBD. It includes:
When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, the unborn child is also exposed to alcohol exposure. It can cause a congenital disability in the child called fetal alcohol syndrome. The condition is irreversible and can cause several health issues, such as brain damage or growth problems. Although, the condition varies from child to child, it is important to note that any amount of alcohol exposure can result in this condition.
The blog explains fetal alcohol syndrome, its causes, symptoms, treatment options, and preventive measures.
Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, is illness caused by eating contaminated food. Infectious organisms — including bacteria, viruses and parasites — or their toxins are the most common causes of food poisoning. Infectious organisms or their toxins can contaminate food at any point of processing or production.
The human nervous system consists of two parts – the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system.
Fournier’s gangrene is a fast progressing, tissue-destroying infection on the genitals and nearby region. It is a medical emergency that can be fatal without immediate treatment.
Gas gangrene is a deadly form of tissue death. It usually develops in case of deep, penetrating wounds.
Gastrointestinal fistula (GIF) is an abnormal opening in your stomach or intestines which causes gastric fluid to leak through the lining of your stomach or intestines. This could lead to infections when such fluids seep into your skin or other organs.
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs) are tumours of the variety known as soft tissue sarcomas, arising from the cells of the autonomous nervous system in walls of the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract. Most GISTs do not show any symptoms for a long time and are usually small in size. In rare cases, the tumors grow rapidly and may require surgery. It is common in people in the age group of 50-70 to develop GISTs.
Glioblastoma is a rare and aggressive cancer of the brain or spinal cord. It is an aggressive form of cancer with no cure available. However, with various treatments, you can slow the progression and manage the symptoms better. Glioblastoma can occur at any age, but it is often noticed among older adults.
