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What facts should I know about cataracts? Readers Comments 3 Share Your Story A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye. Cataracts are extremely common, and most cataracts are a result of the aging process. Although many cataracts are not significant enough to require treatment, surgical removal of cataracts is usually safe...

What are the home remedies for tonsillitis? Home remedies for tonsillitis can help ease your symptoms. Tonsillitis usually runs its course. The home remedies below may help to ease your/your child’s symptoms Get plenty of rest: Speed up your recovery by resting and avoiding vigorous activity.  Gargle: Gargle with warm salt water three times a...

What causes Hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism may be caused by several reasons. Hypothyroidism may be caused by several reasons. The causes are broadly divided into primary and secondary causes.  Primary causes of hypothyroidism: They refer to the conditions directly affecting the thyroid gland and causing it to make low levels of thyroid hormones. Primary causes of hypothyroidism...

What is a first-degree burn? A first-degree burn damages the uppermost layers of the skin. A burn is one of the most common injuries that happens in homes, especially among children. Depending upon their depth, burns have been classified into three types: first-degree burns, second-degree burns, and third-degree burns.  A first-degree burn is the most...

What is an echocardiogram? What is the definition of echocardiogram? An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart’s structures. The heart is a two-stage electrical pump that circulates blood throughout the body. The anatomy includes four chambers and four valves. For the heart to function normally these structures need to be intact and the heart...

Facts you should know about bunions Picture of a bunion. Image Source: Photo courtesy of Evelyn Taylor A bunion is a bony prominence from realignment of the joint at the base of the big toes. Bunions most commonly affect the inner foot at the base of the big toe but also can affect the outside...

What is a broken bone (fracture)? Readers Comments 1 Share Your Story Picture of Bone Fracture Bones make up the skeleton of the body. They allow us the ability to interact with our environment and lift out body up against gravity. Bones are attachment points for muscles which allows us to run, jump, sit, kneel,...

A bruise may take up to 2-3 weeks to fade away You may need to consult a doctor when the bruise is serious. A serious bruise means: The bruised area is large The bruise appeared unprovoked or without any injury The bruise shows no signs of healing even after a week The bruise is increasing...

Facts you should know about stem cells Picture of the stem cell cycle Stem cells are primitive cells that have the potential to differentiate, or develop into, a variety of specific cell types. There are different types of stem cells based upon their origin and ability to differentiate. Bone marrow transplantation is an example of...