Obstipation
We are familiar with constipation but for sure only a few of us know what an obstipation is. What is obstipation? Definition It is a medical term used to describe someone who cannot pass a stool or gas. Some health…
Poison Sumac Rash
A poison sumac rash is an allergic reaction caused by poison sumac plant. A poison sumac is a plant similar to poison ivy and poison oak. It is found on wetlands, swampy areas, hardwood forest, and pinewoods. It is commonly…
How long does Marijuana stay in your system?
A marijuana is derived from the dried flowers/leaves of Cannabis. It is both used for a medical and recreational purpose. Its street names include weed, Mary Jane, tobacco, herb, and nuggets, to name a few. Marijuana is a psychoactive substance…
Sprained Toe
A sprained toe is commonly encountered by athletes, especially those who are in contact sports. But even with simple activities such as accidentally jamming your toe into something can lead to a sprained toe. A sprained toe is oftentimes mistaken…
Ingrown Eyelash
An ingrown eyelash is a condition wherein the eyelash grows inward instead of outward. It commonly affects the adult population and can occur in either top or bottom part of the eyelid. Over time, ingrown eyelash can cause discomfort and…
Pimple on Eyelid (How to get rid of)
A pimple on the eyelid causes discomfort and pain. It is also unsightly as it is visible to the human eye because it is located at the edge of the eyelid. In most instances, a pimple on the eyelid is…
Batten Disease
What is Batten disease A batten disease is a genetic disorder of the nervous system. It belongs to the group of disorder called Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinoses (NCL). Medical practitioners used the term Batten disease to describe all forms of Neuronal…
Pimple in Nose ? (How to get rid of)
At some point in your life, you probably experienced having a pimple inside your nose. It causes discomfort and pain. A pimple on the face can cause a lot of discomforts. What more if it is inside your nose? Those…
Holes (Crypts) in Tonsils
The tonsils are lymphoid tissues. The content of this tissue is covered by respiratory epithelium, which might cause crypts/holes. The tonsils are oval in shape and located at the back of the throat. Their primary role is to shield the…
Pulsating in Ear
A pulsing sound in the ear feels like your heart is beating in your ear. It can affect one or both ears. In the medical community, a pulsating sensation in the ear is called pulsatile tinnitus/vascular tinnitus. Pulsating in ear…
Implantation Bleeding
Implantation bleeding is one of the common signs of pregnancy. Many women oftentimes have mistaken it for a menstrual period. However, if you are sexually active and/or trying to get pregnant, you need to be extra cautious with implantation bleeding….
What is Fluttering in Stomach and Causes
What is Fluttering in the Stomach? It is a feeling of spasm or some sort of a palpitation. It leaves you feeling disturbed and uncomfortable, especially if the fluttering is severe. Most of the time, a fluttering of the stomach…
Morgellons Disease
What is Morgellons Disease ? Morgellons disease is quite a complicated disorder. It is somewhere between skin disorder and delusional parasitosis. People who have Morgellons disease have sores and feel like there is something crawling underneath the skin, specifically a…
Thyromegaly
Thyromegaly Definition The thyroid gland plays a very important role in the body. It secretes thyroid hormone, which is essential for various bodily functions. Anatomically and physiologically speaking, the thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped structure found underneath Adam’s apple (male)…
How to Become Anorexic?
Anorexia belongs to the eating disorder category. It is a condition in which people see themselves as fat, when, in fact, they are skin and bones. They tend to restrict what they eat so that they can prevent gaining weight…
Anasarca
What is Anasarca ? Definition : A generalized swelling of the body secondary to abnormal fluid retention in the tissues is called anasarca. Other names for anasarca are generalized edema, massive edema, and dropsy. Anasarca shouldn’t be taken lightly as…
Iridocyclitis
The eyes are the windows to the soul. They are a sensitive organ. If not taken care of, eye infection and other eye-related diseases could possibly happen. As we all know, the eyes are extremely sensitive organs. The iris, the…
Apicoectomy
Apicoectomy Definition It is a surgical procedure in which the tip of the root of the tooth is removed. It comes from the word “apico” meaning end or apex and “ectomy” meaning removal. This special procedure is performed by an…
Is Pneumonia Contagious ?
The inflammation of airspaces in the lungs is medically known as pneumonia. It is caused by bacterial, viral, and fungal infection. Although the latter is extremely rare. People of any age can have pneumonia, but the elderly population is the…
Bulbar Palsy
What is a bulbar palsy? It is a pathological condition of the cranial nerves. At least five cranial nerves that control movement are affected (cranial nerves V, VII, IX, X, XI). Each cranial nerve has a specific set of movements….