Diabetes is a condition when the blood sugar level in our body rises up. When the glucose in the blood is less than 100 mg/dL before having a meal (fasting for minimum 8 hours) and less than 140 mg/dL post two hours of the intake of meal, it is said to be normal blood sugar […]
Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis that leads to wear off of protective cartilage which acts as a cushion at the end of the bones or at the joints. This causes pain and stiffness of the joints as it forces the joints to rub together. Any joint can be affected by osteoarthritis but knee, […]
The human immunodeficiency viruses, popularly known as HIV is a virus caused by two species of Lentivirus those damage the immune system. Over the time, the person with HIV develops acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) – the advanced stage of HIV. Untreated AIDS can lead to death of the person within three years. When the HIV […]
A mental condition marked by extreme mood shifts is known as Bipolar Disorder. The disease includes episodes of extreme emotional breakdown affecting the overall health of the person. Also known as manic depression, the illness can affect personal relationships and professional prospects if not treated on time. So far there is no cure to the […]
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a life threatening inflammatory lung disease affecting millions of people in India. The progressive disease obstructs the air flow in the lungs, making it difficult for people to breathe normally. The disease destroys the air sacs in the lungs responsible for extracting oxygen from […]
What is Cavity ? Permanent break down or decaying of the hard surface of the teeth is known as cavity. This leads to tiny holes or opening in the tooth. Cavities, which are known as tooth decay and caries as well, can be caused by several factors including bacteria present in the mouth, sugary food, […]
A fever is a condition when the body’s temperature rises above 37 degree Celsius. Fever is quite common in our lives and can be caused due to several reasons. Fever is not an illness but a sign that signifies that some harmful bacteria or virus have entered our body. Hypothalamus- a part of the brain […]
