Conditions

Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea If any of the symptoms are being experienced, you should consult the general physician. Your GP will perform a physical examination and enquire about the symptoms being faced. A...

Definition: Clinical trail is the term used in the field of medical science, for research projects where new medicines or medical techniques are tested. IT might also include testing the old medicine or techniques to...

This condition is the result of an infection spread by candida albicans, a fungal organism. The condition is also termed as candida or candidosis. The rapid multiplication of this species results in this disease...

The heart, like other organs, is in fact a muscle that constantly pumps out blood to the entire body. This pumping of blood can be measured in terms of pressure. There are two types of measurements. Diastolic pressure:...

Dry Eye Syndrome or Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca refers to a condition where the eyes don’t produce tears or where the tears produced evaporate too quickly. It most commonly happens to women, usually after crossing the...

A fibroid can be defined as a benign tumour present in the womb. A benign tumour is one which does not pose the threat of spreading from one place to another. Myomas and fibromas are the other two names in which this...

It’s a name given to the virus that is spread across by the mosquitoes with their bites. The toughest part in tackling this condition is that these mosquitoes bite during the day times only. As of now, there are no...

The health research mostly begins with clinical trials. They are conducted on patients who voluntarily take part in these trials. The main aims of the clinical trials are to prevent diseases and ensure effective...

The liver is known as the chemical factory of the human body. The vital functions associated with the daily activities of the human body are performed by the liver. The major functions of the liver are storing the iron...

Treatment Home treatment is adequate to take care of mild to moderate level of sprains and strains. PRICE therapy – this is an immediate treatment for sprains and strains that is recommended by healthcare professionals...

Having period is a part of female reproductive cycle where the bleeding from uterus is released through vagina.It takes place in every 28 days. The period may vary from 24 to 35 days. Periods can begin between the age...

Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) refers to the condition that leads to intrusions in breathing while sleeping. The word obstructive is used in order to differentiate OSA from the other kinds of sleep apnoea. OSA is more...

The periodic shedding of the endometrium (lining of the womb) is known as menstruation. It starts between the age of 10 to 16 and continues until menopause. The menstrual cycle varies from 24 to 35 days but on an...

Definition: Cleft lip or a cleft palate is one type of birth defect which is characterized by a slit or a gap in either lip or palate or sometimes both. This occurs when the baby is developing in the uterus during...

Metatarsalgia commonly refers to all kinds of pain experienced in the metatarsal region (the ball) of the foot. It takes place in that part of the foot, where the 2nd, 3rd and 4th toes unite with the metatarsal heads or...

Dementia is a state or a condition related to the mental ability loss which could range from Reasoning, thinking and up to remembering. The condition is not caused by any diseases but there are few symptoms which affect...

The West Nile Virus or simply WNV is a type of viral disorder that is spread about by mosquitoes, belonging to Flaviviridae family. The condition is generally not very severe, and is not serious. Even upon being bitten...

Diagnosis of Dry Eye Syndrome First and foremost, the specialist inquires about and examines the patient’s medical history and problem being faced. In case a condition of DES has been identified the person may be...