A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland and can result from a variety of causes. It is more common in women and older adults. Types of Goitre: Uniform (Diffuse Goiter) Lumpy (Nodular Goiter) Some of the Common Causes: Solitary nodule Hashimoto’s disease, autoimmune disorder; common cause of underactive thyroid Multinodular goiter; several nodules develop in both sides of thyroid Thyroid cancer; less common than benign nodules Pregnancy; HCG hormone may cause enlargement Graves disease, autoimmune disorder; common cause of underactive thyroid Inflammation Iodine deficiency Common Symptoms: Coughing Tight feeling in throat Swelling at base of neck…
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Aquagenic Urticaria is a painful skin reaction resulting from contact with water internally and externally. Aquagenic Urticaria is red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin. They appear in different shape and size anywhere on your body. Urticaria occurs to certain chemical reaction inside the skin. Sometimes when urticaria attacks do not occur frequently, people do not bother to take preventive measures. Do not ignore as it can lead to bigger disease and cause so much pain. Currently there is no cure and the successful treatment of this disease. To lead a normal life, he/she has to avoid any contact…
One of the things we make sure we get from our diet is Vitamin A because we know that it has to do with keeping our eyes healthy. Not only does this vitamin remove the threat of developing vision problems, but it also plays a direct role in creating the images you see. Without this one thing, the human eye is not capable of processing light into concrete and tangible pictures. In addition, getting the right amounts of this vitamin translates to fine-tuning the clearness of human vision. Sources: There are many precursors of vitamin A. Carotenoids, such as beta…
Keloids are types of scars that form an area of fibroid tissue over skin that is recovering from a wound. It is known to extend deeper than the original wound. When a person gets a wound from injury a scar usually develops during healing. Scars are usually formed by collagen. In some cases, there is too much protein around the wound area and these results in the development of keloids. They usually spread over the skin and in some instances may become itchy. They are not contagious but may become ulcer-like if they become infected. Although most cases of its…
If you, or a loved one, have ever suffered from the pain associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, you will already know what the medical fraternity recommends. The main problem is that it is often extremely hard to follow the medical advice as it can sometimes mean that you cannot do the routine stuff of life – like driving, doing the housework, or operating certain machinery necessary for your job. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome has several key symptoms that cause huge problems for many adult sufferers. Repetitive motions cause these symptoms and almost certainly lead to further problems if not treated. There…
Majority of the food we eat today on a daily basis are filled with artificial colors and additives, as well as chemically processed fats and sugars. All of that cannot do any good for your body, and it certainly won’t help you if you are experiencing some discomfort or pain. But food, real whole food, can help you relieve pain and stay healthy. Indigestion, leg cramps, joint pain or headache, why take painkillers to relieve you of pain? Instead of infecting your body further, why not try natural foods. This is why it is important to pay attention to what…
Natural cellulite remedy however has often been misunderstood to include dieting or staying away from food. Dieting however will not ensure that you will lose all your cellulite since even thin people have cellulite. So what constitutes a good natural cellulite remedy? Common Causes: There are different theories about why some people have more obvious cellulite deposits than others. Aside from gender, it is possible that cellulite may be a genetically predisposed condition that is also influenced by genetic body conditions such as thickness of skin. Some seem to believe that its deposits are increased by bad eating habits, lack…
There are many causes of hives with an estimated 20 percent of the human population suffering from this condition during their lifetime. The majority of the prescribed treatments to cure this condition eradicate symptoms only. As such, once patients use these treatment hives usually re-occur after sometimes. Hives are welts and wheals, raised pink or white bumps that appear on or beneath the skin and they are itchy. In most cases, hives are harmless but may sometimes be symptoms of something more serious. So if you have had any changes in your skin, it’s always advisable to see your dermatologist.…
Have you ever heard about “Alien Hand Syndrome” what is that please don’t be so surprised about this term; it is not the hands of an alien we are talking about. Let us take a look at what is alien hand syndrome. A German neurologist and psychiatrist Dr. Kurt Goldstein was first discovered this disorder in 1908. However, there was no clear definition for this syndrome until 1972. Alien hand syndrome occurs in patients where the 2 brain hemispheres are surgically separated or if there is an infection in the brain after a surgery. This syndrome can also occur after…
A mental disorder called Cotards syndrome also known as the Cotards delusion, the Nihilistic Delusion, and the walking corpse syndrome. Cotards Delusion is a rare mental disorder causing the patient to believe that they are dead or do not exist, according to a 2004 study in the European Journal of Neurology. The syndrome is most commonly witnessed suffering from migraines, tumors or trauma. People with Cotards syndrome may also believe they have missed certain organs or body parts, or they may believe their soul has died. 1700s psychologist Mademoiselle X discovered Cotards Delusion. Mile X, who claimed to have no…
Morgellons is a growing global phenomenon, the true nature of which is currently unclear: is it a hideous new 21st-century disease or is it simply old hysteria transmitted by modern means? Go online and you will find mind-blowing theories of sinister conspiracies, military applications of the latest technological and medical breakthroughs such as nano-technology, diseases deliberately spread by airplane chem-trails and much more. Morgellons sufferers and some medical professionals say these are the mysterious fibers that Morgellons syndrome causes to develop in the human body. These fibers are said to often cause pain when removal is attempted and are described…