Steve Hansen

Lipoproteins are complex particles made of fats and proteins that transport cholesterol and triglycerides through the bloodstream. High lipoprotein levels generally refer to elevated levels of certain lipoproteins, particularly: High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL): Often known as “good” cholesterol, higher levels of HDL are generally beneficial. HDL helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and artery walls, […]

Hodgkin’s disease, also known as Hodgkin’s lymphoma, is a type of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system, specifically in a type of white blood cells called lymphocytes. It’s characterized by the abnormal growth of cells in the lymphatic system, leading to the formation of tumors in lymph nodes and other lymphatic tissues. Hodgkin’s lymphoma

Hypotension, commonly known as low blood pressure, is a medical condition characterized by abnormally low pressure in the arteries. Blood pressure is the force exerted by the circulating blood against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps it throughout the body. It is typically measured using two values: systolic pressure (the pressure during

An abnormally high blood pressure (where the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high) Hypertension is usually defined as blood pressure above 140/90, severe hypertension is blood pressure above 180/120. There are two types of hypertension: primary (essential or idiopathic) and secondary hypertension. Hypertension can decrease lifespan by 10-20 years, If

Hypersalivation, also known as sialorrhea or hypersalivation, refers to the excessive production of saliva beyond the body’s normal needs. Saliva plays a crucial role in oral health, aiding in digestion, swallowing, and maintaining oral hygiene. However, when there’s an overproduction of saliva, it can cause discomfort, and embarrassment, and sometimes be a symptom of an

Jaundice is a symptom of an underlying disease, disorder, or cause. This can be a condition related to the obstruction of the bile duct caused by a gallstone (bile is produced in the liver and stored in the gall bladder), it may also result due to liver disease, or by excessive breakdown of red blood

Kidney stones (renal calculi) are mineral salt accumulations that lodge anywhere along the course of the ureters (the tubes that carry urine to the bladder). These deposits are composed of calcium phosphate, calcium oxalate, ammonium phosphate, calcium carbonate, and uric acids or urates. This condition may affect adults of both sexes usually in those over

Laryngitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation and swelling of the larynx, which is also known as the voice box. The larynx is located in the throat and contains the vocal cords responsible for producing sound when air passes over them. When the vocal cords are inflamed, they may not vibrate properly, leading to

Leaky gut syndrome, also known as intestinal permeability. The concept of leaky gut syndrome revolves around the idea that the lining of the intestines becomes more permeable or “leaky” than it should be, allowing substances like toxins, bacteria, undigested food particles, and other potentially harmful substances to pass through the intestinal wall and enter the

An enlarged liver, medically known as hepatomegaly, refers to a condition in which the liver becomes larger than its normal size. The liver is a vital organ located in the upper right side of the abdomen, beneath the ribcage. It performs numerous essential functions in the body. 1. Metabolism: The liver processes and stores nutrients,