Parkinson’s disease, often referred to as Parkinson’s, is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the nervous system and primarily impairs a person’s motor functions. It is a chronic and slowly progressing condition, typically developing over many years. The condition is named after James Parkinson, who first described it in 1817 in his essay “An Essay […]
Pernicious anemia is a type of anemia that develops when the body can’t absorb enough vitamin B12 from the gastrointestinal tract. This deficiency in vitamin B12 leads to a decrease in the production of healthy red blood cells in the bone marrow, causing anemia. If left untreated, pernicious anemia can lead to serious complications affecting
A poor memory refers to a difficulty or impairment in the ability to remember or recall information, events, or experiences. It can manifest in various ways and impact different aspects of daily life.1. Forgetting Details: Individuals with a poor memory might struggle to remember specific details of recent or past events, conversations, or activities. They
A peptic ulcer is a small spot anywhere in the stomach or small intestine that is broken or has become eroded leading to an internal open sore/wound. There are two main types of ulcers: duodenal and gastric. 1. Duodenal ulcers: These ulcers occur in the first part of the duodenum (the portion of the small
Oxidative stress refers to an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the ability of the body’s antioxidant defenses to neutralize or repair the damage caused by these harmful molecules. Reactive oxygen species, such as superoxide radicals, hydrogen peroxide, and hydroxyl radicals, are natural byproducts of normal cellular metabolism and are involved
Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, can be classified into two main types: anterior nosebleeds and posterior nosebleeds. 1. Anterior nosebleeds: Anterior nosebleeds are the most common type, accounting for about 90% of all nosebleeds. They occur when the blood vessels in the front part of the nose, known as Kiesselbach’s plexus, become damaged or irritated.
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Neuropathy, also known as peripheral neuropathy, is a condition characterized by damage or dysfunction of the peripheral nervous system, which includes nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. These nerves are responsible for transmitting signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body, enabling functions like sensation, movement, and automatic processes.There are
Glandular fever, also known as infectious mononucleosis or mono, is a viral infection most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It primarily affects adolescents and young adults but can occur at any age. Symptoms: 1. Fatigue: Profound tiredness and weakness that can last for weeks or even months.2. Sore throat: Severe throat pain and
Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is one of the most common digestive disorders. This is a functional motility illness (abnormal muscular contractions) of the small and large intestines, in the true absence of structural damage. I.B.S is also known as spastic colon, irritable colitis, intestinal neurosis, and mucous colitis. This condition is seen twice as
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Jet lag is a temporary disruption of the body’s internal biological clock, also known as the circadian rhythm, that occurs when traveling across multiple time zones. It is a common condition experienced by individuals who undertake long-distance air travel, particularly when traveling in an east-west or west-east direction. The body’s circadian rhythm regulates various biological
