Health

Gastritis is the umbrella term that refers to conditions that cause stomach lining inflammation. More often than not, the disease occurs due to infections by similar bacteria that bring about stomach ulcers. However, the excessive use of specific pain medication and long-term consumption of alcoholic beverages may also contribute to or exacerbate the disorder. Moreover, … Read more

Gallstones are the digestive fluids that form into hardened deposits in the gallbladder. This pear-shaped organ is located beneath your liver, on the abdomen’s right side. Its primary function is the storage of bile. Usually, the condition is caused when the bile produced has excessive bilirubin or cholesterol, insufficient bile salts, or the gallbladder fails … Read more

Urinary tract infection (UTI) affects the urinary system, which comprises the kidneys and ureters (the upper tract) and bladder and urethra (the lower tract). It is among the most prevalent infections in humans. Bacteria are the leading cause of UTIs, but viruses and fungi can cause UTIs, albeit in rare cases. Usually, there are no … Read more

Everyone is susceptible to fungal infections, also called mycosis, which can manifest on many body parts. Most fungi are not harmful to people, but some can spread illness under certain circumstances. The presence of chitin in the cell walls of fungi distinguishes them from other microorganisms.  A variety of fungi causes fungal infections. Some fungi … Read more

Fordyce spots are small, pale bumps that appear on the inside of the cheeks or the border of the lips. They can also develop in the labia of females and the penis or scrotum of males. The spots (referred to as Fordyce glands or Fordyce granules) are enlarged oil glands. They cause no pain and … Read more

Folliculitis is a skin condition that presents as red, swollen, and itchy bumps that can also become pus-filled pustules because of their severity. Typically, folliculitis is caused by the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria which invades hair follicles and infects the area, leading to bumps and redness. However, folliculitis can also be caused by the herpes simplex … Read more

Balanitis is described as the inflammation and pain of the tip of the penis or glans. It is a common condition among men who are not circumcised since they are more prone to fungal, bacterial, and yeast infections. This is because the foreskin (which is removed in circumcision) traps urine, dead skin cells, moisture, and … Read more

Diabetes is a disorder of sugar levels in the blood. It’s a long-lasting and chronic disease that impacts the body’s ability to break down the consumed food into glucose and transfer it into the bloodstream. When blood sugar shoots up, it creates signals that let the pancreas know when to produce insulin, which acts as … Read more

Canker sores are small, shallow ulcers that occur in the lining of your mouth. They are often round or oval and can range in size from a few millimeters to a few centimeters. Typically, a white or yellow center is surrounded by a reddish border. They can occur on the inner surfaces of your cheeks, … Read more

Folate and folic acid are forms of B vitamins that are important in the production of red blood cells and are also necessary for the growth and function of healthy cells. Doctors emphasize the importance of folate and folic acid to pregnant mothers because the substances are crucial to decrease the incidence of brain and … Read more