Nasal Polyps Nasal Polyps are the soft and usually not cancerous or benign growth of polyps in the lining of the nose or the sinuses. Causes Nasal Polyps is said to be cause by an ongoing inflammation which often results from viral or bacterial infection, allergies or due to the body’s immune system […]
Nail Fungus Nail fungus results from a fungi infection of the nails which spreads into the nail and causes discoloration and thickening of the nails. Nail Fungal Infection is also called Onychomycosis. Causes: It is cause by the fungi referred to as the dermatophytes. It is also said to be caused by
Mania and Hypomania Mood can be thought of as a spectrum, with depression at the ‘low mood’ end and mania at the other. Mania refers to periods of over-active, excited behaviour. The fast ideas start coming too fast and there are far too many … overwhelming confusion replaces clarity … you stop
Trichotillomania – Hair Pulling Disease Trichotillomania or hair-pulling disorder is a type of mental illness in which people have an irresistible urge to pull out their hair, whether it’s from their scalp, their eyebrows or other areas of their body. Hair pulling from the scalp often leaves them with patchy bald spots on their
H Pylori Infection H pylori infection occurs when a bacterium called Helico bacter pylori (H. pylori) thrives in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine. Causes: pylori bacteria enter the body through the mouth and pass into the digestive system. The stomach is generally a very hostile environment for many
Ganglion Cyst Known as “bible bump” is a swelling that often appears on or around joints and tendons in the hand or foot. The size of the cyst can change over time, often becoming more inflamed if irritated. It is often located around the wrist and on the fingers. Causes: The exact
Gall Bladder Disease Gall bladder disease is characterized by the infection, inflammation, or obstruction of the gallbladder. Gall bladder disease is also alternatively known as gallbladder attack, biliary disease, or biliary colic. Causes: Gall bladder disease is caused by conditions which can either slow down or obstruct the flow of bile out
ED – Erectile Dysfunction, The inability of a man to maintain a firm erection long enough to have sex is called erectile dysfunction (ED). The condition is more common among older men but can occur at any age. Though the condition may not really be cause for concern from time to time, it can
Emotional Eating Emotional eating, more popularly known as bulimia or binge eating is an abnormal eating behavior. This eating disorder became a distinct psychological illness in 1980. Symptoms and Signs: People who suffer from binge eating encounter sudden urges to eat (and overeat) based on their emotions. While they eat a
Eating Disorder : Guide It is difficult to watch a friend or loved one struggle with disordered eating. You may want to help, but don’t know how. We can’t force our friends to develop healthier attitudes, but we can offer support. People who are struggling with these issues are putting their physical and
