People often suffer from ulcers. These are a break in the lining of the esophagus, duodenum or the stomach. If the ulcer is found in the stomach, it is a gastric ulcer. An Esophageal ulcer is an ulcer with is…
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that can infect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or ethnic background. Most people infected with CMV are asymptomatic and will not know they have contracted the virus. Newborn infants, mothers, and immunocompromised individuals are…
Atherosclerosis is a result of the build up of plaque inside of the arteries causing them to become narrow and hard. Plaque is formed in the arteries by excessive fat and blood cholesterol levels over a period of time. This…
A transient ischemic attack is commonly referred to as a TIA or a mini stroke. A TIA occurs when the brain loses the blood flow in normally needs temporarily. People experience stroke symptoms that may last a few seconds, up…
Food Poisoning There are many food borne illnesses. People typically just refer to them as food poisoning. These are any illness which happens because of a food or drink that is rotten or contaminated with some type of bacteria or…
Diverticulosis Treatment Diverticulosis is a condition where small pouches appear in the walls of the large intestine. They are nearly always found on the left side of the colon. They are found in both sexes, though men have diverticulosis more…
Kidney Failure Renal failure (commonly referred to as kidney failure) is a serious problem for anyone’s health. In addition, the symptoms are often less obvious or subtle and can lead them to be dismissed. This leads the kidney failure to…
With winter in full swing, it is not uncommon for people to be more susceptible to specific illnesses such as cold and the flu. However, in certain instances, the ailment individuals have contracted can be somewhat more severe. One specific…
There are many complications that can occur for diabetics. One of the most serious is ketoacidosis. This happens when the body produces far too many ketones (a type of blood acid). Ketoacidosis happens when a body is unable to produce…