Influenza is a contagious viral infection, which causes respiratory illnesses. Commonly referred to as flu, it can attack the throat, lungs, and nose, by spreading through the upper or lower respiratory tract.
Flu mostly appears during the spring and winter seasons, and most of the time, it gets resolved on its own. But sometimes, it causes complications and can turn out to be deadly. So you should know what causes the flu and the ways to treat and prevent it .
White matter disease refers to the damage to the brain’s white matter due to decreased blood supply to the area. It may result in memory, balance, and mobility problems. White matter illness is more likely to occur in those at increased risk for cardiovascular disease. The blog explains white matter disease, its symptoms, and treatment options.
A universal donor is a person who can donate blood to any recipient of any blood group.
In some emergencies, donors with the same blood group as the patient may not be available. In such cases, a person with group O, specifically O negative, can donate blood to the patient. This blood group barely causes any reactions to the recipient and is called a universal donor blood group.
Hair is an integral part of a person’s appearance . Hereditary baldness (baldness that runs in genes) always raises concerns. Let’s learn more about baldness and ways to prevent it.
Whooping cough, also known as Pertussis, is a respiratory infection in humans that is mainly caused by a bacteria called Bordetella Pertussis. It is a highly communicable disease, and the main source of infection to others is by droplet route (when an infected person sneezes or coughs, the germs spread via air and infect others). Earlier, whooping cough was called a childhood disease, but now it has been found that the disease can affect people of any age from infants to old age.
Hydrocephalus is defined as the buildup of excess fluid in the cavities inside the brain. The fluid doesn’t flow or get absorbed anywhere, leading to blockages that can put pressure on your brain. It is common in infants or adults above the age of 60. It is important to get the condition treated early, or it may lead to severe impairment in the brain.
The placenta is an organ which develops during pregnancy. It provides oxygen & nutrition to the baby and removes wastes & toxins. The placenta is attached to the baby via the umbilical cord. At most times, the placenta is attached at the top or side of the uterus, away from the cervix. Placenta previa takes place when the baby’s placenta ends up covering the mother’s cervix partially or totally.
Wilson’s disease is a rare genetic disorder that is of autosomal recessive type. This is present equally in males and females. When there is a history of Wilson’s disease in the family, then there are more chances for the next generation to carry the gene in their body. Their offspring will act as either the carrier or will have the mutated ATP7B gene expression in their body.
Approximately 1 in 30,000 individuals are prone to this disease.
Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) is a rare skin condition and a genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to tolerate UV rays from the sun or any other sources. It is caused by cellular hypersensitivity to UV radiation and affects the skin and eyes particularly, and in some cases, it can damage the nervous system.
Xerophthalmia is a disease in which vitamin A deficiency causes dry eyes. If left untreated, xerophthalmia can worsen to cause night blindness or spots on the eyes. It can also damage the cornea of your eye and lead to blindness. Xerophthalmia can be treated with vitamin A supplements.
