Stroke
What is a stroke? A stroke, also known as a ‘brain attack,’ occurs when the blood flow to the brain is interrupted. If this doesn’t get urgent treatment within 3-6 hours, brain cells can die, …
Diseases and Conditions
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
What is Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition that occurs when stomach acid leaks back (acid reflux) from the stomach into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that …
Acute Bronchitis
What is acute bronchitis? Acute bronchitis, also known as a chest cold or viral bronchitis, is an inflammation of the airways in your lungs. People who have acute bronchitis usually have a nagging cough with …
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: What you need to know
In this post, I’ll discuss what you need to know about benign prostatic hyperplasia. Let’s get started! What is Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) Benign prostate hyperplasia (likewise known as prostate enlargement) is a non-malignant enlargement …
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Ebola (What You Need to Know)
Ebola hemorrhagic fever, also and popularly called Ebola is a rare but fatal viral hemorrhagic fever caused by Ebolaviruses. Ebola viruses are viruses that belong to the Filoviridae family. There are six species of ebolaviruses …
Lassa Fever (Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention)
Lassa fever, likewise known as Lassa Hemorrhagic Fever, is a zoonotic acute viral hemorrhagic disease that leads to severe bleeding. It is caused by a virus called Lassa Virus. Lassa fever is estimated to occur in …
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Chagas Disease (Kissing Bug Disease): Symptoms and Treatment
What is Chagas disease The Chagas disease is likewise known as American trypanosomiasis, and it is an infectious disease caused by the transmission of Trypanosoma cruzi through insects known as kissing bugs (triatomine) primarily. It …
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Trigeminal Neuralgia (Facial Pain): What You Need to Know
What is Trigeminal neuralgia Trigeminal neuralgia, likewise known as Tic Douloureux, is a chronic pain sensation felt in the face (especially the lower face, jaw, nose, ears, lips, and eyes) that is caused by disruption …
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Oral Lichen Planus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
In this post, I’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment of oral lichen planus. Let’s get started. What is Oral lichen planus? Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic (ongoing) inflammatory disease that affects the …
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