A rarely occurring condition, the uncommon problem of scleroderma is when hard, thickened patches of skin form on the body. In some more serious cases, the condition can also cause complications for some of the body’s major organs and even blood vessels. These are not often life-threatening conditions, although they can become a threat to […]
Conditions
14 Causes of Gastroenteritis
Bacterial gastroenteritis, commonly referred to as food poisoning, occurs when we consume contaminated food or water. Food or water is the vehicle for transmission of the condition, but it’s bacteria that are responsible for the symptoms associated with gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis displays a range of symptoms affecting the digestive system, including abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and […]
14 Symptoms of Osteomyelitis
Osteomyelitis is a common health condition that is known to affect both children and adults, although is more likely to affect those who already have a compromised immune system due to an underlying infection somewhere in the body or due to other conditions and habits which can further compromise how the immunity works, like high […]
14 Typical Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
The condition known as plantar fasciitis tends to occur when the plantar fascia, which is tightly packed tissues beneath the skin, becomes extremely tight from overuse and as a result of either an increased level or too much pressure on the tissue, which leads to inflammation. Miniscule tears begin to form within the tissue as […]
14 Signs of Botulism
Botulism is rare. However, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to contract, or that you may never encounter it. It’s classified as one of the most serious illnesses. It is transmitted through food, contaminated soil and even an open wound. It may be a hard notice in some cases, and that’s why it may be deadly. […]
14 Signs and Symptoms of Hirschsprung Disease in Infants
Hirschsprung disease is a disorder that causes infants to be unable to make a bowel movement. The large intestine or colon causes problems with passing a stool. There are missing nerve cells in the baby’s colon muscles. It is noticed at birth that a baby has Hirschsprung disease because he or she has symptoms a […]