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What is Phimosis? Causes, Complications and Treatment

November 23, 2020 0

Phimosis- or a tight foreskin – is a congenital anomaly that occurs in men in which the foreskin is too narrow to allow the head of the penis or glans to be exposed. Newborn boys …

What is the Difference between Benign and Malignant Tumors?

November 22, 2020 0

Today, the possibility of having a malignant tumor is a concern that haunts almost all of us. Currently, cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world. Therefore, it’s normal to experience …

What is Hereditary Angioedema? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

November 19, 2020 0

Quincke’s edema, angioneurotic edema, or hereditary angioedema is a hereditary genetic disease that causes painful inflammation and edema in the lower layer of the skin, the subcutaneous tissue, the mucous membranes, and even in some …

What is Permarexia? Causes, Characteristics and Prevention

November 18, 2020 0

Permarexia is an eating disorder that specialists have only recently identified. It’s considered to be a step towards more serious conditions like anorexia or bulimia. Individuals with this disorder have an uncontrollable desire to be …

What is Mesenteric Ischemia? Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

November 17, 2020 0

Mesenteric ischemia is a surgical emergency that results from insufficient mesenteric arterial or venous flow to the small intestine. It can be difficult to diagnose. In fact, when it’s diagnosed, it’s often too late. Mortality …

4 Essential Oils to Soothe Bee Stings

November 15, 2020 0

Did you know that there are some essential oils that can soothe bee stings? With natural oils such as lavender, oregano, and tea tree, among others, we can relieve itching and inflammation in a simple …

What is Oral Herpes? Symptoms and Treatment

November 15, 2020 0

Oral herpes is often called “fever blisters” or “cold sores”. This condition is closely related to aesthetics because, at the peak of a flare-up, it produces blisters around the mouth. A virus causes the infection, …

5 Exercises for Scoliosis of the Spine that Really Work

November 13, 2020 0

Not all exercises are suitable for people with scoliosis. Part of the treatment consists of physical activity but it should be moderate and adapted to the specific needs of each person. Keep in mind it’s …

Common Comfrey: Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

November 10, 2020 0

Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a perennial plant that people have used for various medicinal purposes throughout history. It belongs to the Boraginaceae family and grows in the form of a shrub in countries in Europe, …

What is Anhidrosis? The Inability to Sweat Normally

November 10, 2020 0

Anhidrosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal lack of sweat in response to heat. The sweat glands don’t produce sweat or don’t produce enough of it. It’s also known as hypohidrosis, adiaphoresis, or oligohidrosis, …

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