Wilson’s disease is a rare disorder that is inherited. It causes copper to accumulate in your brain, liver, and other organs. When too much is accumulated it can be life-threatening. Copper is needed for healthy skin, bones, and nerves. It is absorbed in the foods we eat and the rest is excreted through a substance […]
Conditions
14 Early Signs Of Parvovirus
Parvovirus is a common virus that affects people. Most people experience it as a child, and it can lead to the fifth disease. Every person reacts to the virus differently, but there are some symptoms that are more common than others. As with most viruses, fevers, joint pain, and a headache are often present. […]
14 Early Signs of Yellow Fever
Travelers visiting Africa and South America require vaccination against “yellow fever.” This viral infection spreads through the bite of mosquitos and comes in two different strains – one that presents mild symptoms, and another with severe health consequences. The aggressive type of yellow fever kills around 50-percent of all people infected with the virus. Fortunately, […]
14 Early Signs of Listeria
Listeria is a bacterial illness that occurs when you eat food that is improperly processed, such as hot dogs and deli meats. Even if you freeze and refrigerate your food, listeria can still grow. Pregnant women, newborns, and individuals with a weak immune system are at a higher risk of developing listeria. Healthy people don’t […]
14 Symptoms of Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is very uncommon, but when it does occur it can be a pretty miserable experience for the person affected, to say the least. The complication usually develops following a bacterial throat infection. The implications of rheumatic fever can be fairly mild all the way through to potentially life-threatening. At the milder end of […]
14 Common Causes of Hyperhidrosis
Hyperhidrosis is a term used to describe excessive sweating. For many people, excessive sweating is simply caused by sweat glands that are slightly overactive. However, when it comes to excessive sweating overactive sweat glands are just one of the underlying causes. Excessive sweating can also be a sign of an underlying medical condition. It can […]