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Addison’s disease
Addison’s disease is a disorder where the adrenal glands in your body do not produce sufficient amout of hormones. Adrenals are located on the top of kidneys and secrete certain hormones which are important for the normal functioning of the body. The two important hormones secreted by the adrenals are cortisol and aldosterone and [...]
Continue reading...Acanthosis nigricans
23. January 2012
Acanthosis nigricans is a skin disorder where skin becomes dark, velvety and think around the body folds. The area usually affected is the back, armpits and neck. Acanthosis nigricans can affect any age group. The condition is usually associated with diabetes and obesity. People with this skin disorder often have increased insulin levels in their [...]
Continue reading...Alzheimer’s
23. January 2012
Alzheimer’s disease is the commonest cause of dementia, leading to gradual loss of brain functions. It’s a slowly progressive brain disorder which is characterized by loss of social skills, intellectual abilities and memory impairment. The cause of Alzheimer’s is not fully understood however it is believed to occur as a result of certain genetic, environmental [...]
Continue reading...Arthritis
21. January 2012
In simple words, any joint inflammation is defined as arthritis. We have various joints in our body, where bones meet to allow free movement. There are various types/form of arthritis like there is Rheumatoid arthritis which is an auto-immune disease leading to chronic joint inflammation and then there is Osteoarthritis (the most common form of [...]
Continue reading...Asthma
20. January 2012
Asthma occurs when you airways become inflamed and narrow. This inflammation can be triggered by various factors due to which there is increased mucus production and further narrowing of airways in the lung. Common symptoms associated with Asthma are:
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25. January 2012
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