Diseases & secondary effects
Learn about the causes and treatment of diseases such as diabetes, anemia or cancer, as well as the secondary effects of the intake of certain drugs, treatments and vitamin supplements.
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Tinnitus is the medical name given to the condition of perceiving ringing or whistling in the ears when there is no external sounds. The ringing can be mild to strong and occur by chance and temporarily or, conversely, become more constant. The appearance of these noises in the ears may be due to different...
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The neck is a very delicate part of the body, prone to injury as a result of the build-up of tension throughout the day, as well as bad posture. This can lead to aches and pains in the cervical area and can prevent us carry out our day-to-day tasks normally. To prevent these diseases and reduce the risk...
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If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS, you'll know how important it is to relieve symptoms. For a comprehensive list of the best home treatments available, keep reading this OneHowTo article. IBS is more common than you might think, with between 10% and 20% of the population suffering from...
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If you practice sports, especially swimming or yoga, you'll know how important breath control is in preventing fatigue and maintaining energy. However, the face that you have an active life does not necessarily mean that you know how to optimize your breathing. Therefore, at oneHOWTO, we'll provide some...
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Inverse psoriasis, sometimes called flexural psoriasis, is a form of the disease that affects areas of the body where there are skin folds. Armpits, the genital area and the area below a woman's breasts are likely to get reverse psoriasis. Instead of the classic rash similar to acne that occurs with...
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Psoriasis is a common skin condition which causes thick, silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches that can be painful. It is caused by a malfunction of the immune system and overproduction of the skin cells responsible for renewing skin layers. Rashes or sores caused by psoriasis usually appear on the elbows,...
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Cirrhosis refers to the slow and progressive deterioration of the liver, which does not function properly due to a chronic illness. It occurs when healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue which partially blocks the flow of blood through the liver, rendering it unable to perform its vital functions....
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The pancreas is one of the most important organs in the human body. It is responsible for producing insulin, a hormone that regulates glucose levels in the blood. Caring for your pancreas is very important because while this organ remains healthy and functions properly, an individual has a very low risk...
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When an upset stomach due to diarrhea becomes intense it can prevent us from eating normally for some time. During these periods it is important to take care of our stomach and help it recover and return to normal. While we may not feel like eating we should not spend too many hours without doing so or we...
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Cancer is the disease of the 21st century, it currently generates the highest number of victims. It is a disease that concerns us all and where knowledge will be our best weapon in fighting it. In this OneHowTo.com article we want to explain what do cancer cells feed on. Some theories about cancer support...
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A heart attack (coronary thrombosis, myocardial infarction or angina pectoris) occurs when a coronary artery is narrowed or blocked preventing blood circulation.In this article we will give you some advice about how to avoid and prevent heart attacks.
If, despite the advice we give you, you experience...
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Natural juices are a very effective remedy to relieve symptoms of arthritis and they also supplement treatments that have been prescribed by the doctor. Arthritis is a disease characterized by inflammation in the joints and thus generates a lot of pain for the sufferer. Among all the variants of this...
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Nausea is extremely unpleasant but does not always lead to vomiting. Sometimes it is simply an uneasiness that can be combated with food. Eating a meal that does not sit well, certain stomach diseases or conditions such as pregnancy are usually accompanied by nausea. Therefore, it is wise to seek some natural...
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Oral thrush is another word for a bacterial infection which affects the mucous membranes of the mouth. Known scientifically as oral candidiasis, getting its name from the candida albicans bacteria, there are many different forms of oral thrush. Its appearance can range from a frothy scum type appearance...
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Aches and pains are a part of life that we all experience at different times. Some people with different medical conditions experience chronic pain. The pain threshold is the level of stimulus that is needed to make you experience the sensation of pain.
The threshold of pain is a subjective experience...
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Inflammation of the piriformis muscle often causes sciatica pain. The pain is caused due to compression on the patient’s sciatic nerve. Using a foam roller for exercising can alleviate such pain by releasing tension from muscles around your sciatic nerve.Here at OneHowTo.com, we will tell you how to use...
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Have you had a blood test and notice low hematocrit levels or a low red blood cell count? Don't know what this means or how to fix it? Although it may be a symptom of a mild condition, the fact is that you must go to your doctor to check that all is well and to find the specific cause of the decline of...
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Acute myocardial infarction and angina pectoris are two diseases of the heart which are caused by a disturbance in the heart's arteries. This causes a lack of oxygen and low blood flow to the heart, leading to different consequences depending on the disease.
Although both are coronary diseases and they...
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Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments used in the fight against cancer. However, it has some well-known drawbacks and strong side effects. Since it means that powerful chemical drugs enter our bloodstream in order to reduce the cancer cells, the consequences can also be severe.
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If you've noticed that your child has a small lump on their eyelid or around the eye area, on the top or bottom, it is very likely that they have a stye. Styes are normally caused by bacteria on the skin, such as staphylococcus, and it manifests causing swelling, discomfort, tearing and other symptoms....
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Often, we confuse the terms arthritis and osteoarthritis - that or we may even come to think that they are the same condition in our joints. The truth is that they are two different diseases, so it is important to differentiate between them and to know how each one affects us. To do this, we explain...
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Gastro-oesophageal reflux is an involuntary leakage of gastric contents into the oesophagus caused by inefficiency in the gastro-oesophageal area. Such condition is very common in pregnant women and typically stops after giving birth. However, for non pregnant people with gastroesophageal reflux disease,...
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Cholecystitis is a condition where the gallbladder becomes inflamed and is almost always accompanied by inflammation of the bile ducts. Various factors may cause cholecystitis such as overeating of toxic foods, the presence of stones which cause infectious and harmful agents that stimulate the appearance...
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Finding blood in your urine is always a distressing situation and an important signal that we should not ignore because it is a symptom of various conditions that require prompt medical attention. Except for some cases in which this situation does not matter, when present it is necessary to contact a urologist...
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Do you often suffer from vertigo? Dizziness can be treated and relieved with a series of recommendations that are easily carried out. There are many causes for dizziness and in order to treat them it is also essential to know where the condition is coming from to find a remedy. There are some natural...
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Blood donation is a selfless act that can help and save the lives of hundreds of patients. It's a basic requirement for emergency procedures, helping patients in need of transfusions and those suffering from blood loss, as well as supplying blood banks. Many people don't realise that blood plasma has...
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Acid reflux is an unpleasant condition that causes burning, discomfort and heartburn, meaning you have very little desire to eat or perform certain activities. It is a condition that you may suffer from time to time but if it manifests itself a lot, you should be checked by a gastroenterologist in order...
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Kidneys play a key role in our body and in all vertebrates, purifying toxins and filtering blood to ensure that the body is clean and functioning optimally. Kidneys are essential for the urinary system as well as for other parts of the body. Learning about their function and features, e.g. their size, is...
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One of the joint diseases that is the most common is osteoarthritis. It's caused by the wear and tear of the cartilage covering the joints between the bones. This causes pain and discomfort to those who suffer from this. In addition to treatment prescribed by your doctor, you can use some natural medicines...
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Comparing dengue fever and the flu virus in the same article may not have an obvious rationale. One is a common virus with cold-like symptoms which can happen anywhere in the world. The other is a tropical disease which is known for being spread by ectoparasitic insects such as mosquitos. However, in...
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If you do not follow a balanced diet or do exercises to stimulate the brain then it isn't surprising that memory capacity deteriorates as we get older. Contrary to what many people believe, the mind is one of the areas of the body that we should look after most to keep fit and prevent degenerative diseases....
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Blood in the stool is often for many people an important warning sign. However, before you start frantically worrying, you need to determine whether this is a one-off or whether this condition has occurred repeatedly and intensely, which could indicate the presence of a digestive problem. In these cases,...
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Do your ankles frequently swell up? Do you know what might cause this condition? In the following OneHowTo article we reveal the most common causes of ankle swelling. It can result from many different conditions, from poor circulation, fluid retention, bad body posture to diseases or more serious illnesses,...
You can tell you have Asthma, among other signs, by wheezing, cough and difficulty in breathing when in contact with an allergen. This condition affects the passage of air through the respiratory tract to and from the lungs. Though living with asthma is uncomfortable at all times, it tends to get worse at...
Hyperextended knee is a condition in which the knee gets stretched or twisted in such a way that its ligaments tear, and cause severe pain and discomfort while walking. Even a minor bend can cause extreme trouble for the patient, which needs to be treated as soon as possible. The major focus of knee hyperextension...
Asthma is characterized by wheezing, cough and difficulty in breathing when in contact with an allergen. This condition affects the passage of air through the respiratory tract to and from the lungs. An asthma attack is increasingly rapid worsening of asthma symptoms caused by muscle tightening around...
Have you been feeling very tired lately?
This may be due to changes in the weather, work stress or not getting enough rest. Many factors can affect your health, making you feel under the weather and too weak to move forward. To get the most out of your day to day life it is important to recover as soon...
Even if you are surrounded with sneezing, coughing and sniffling people, you can stay well if you have a healthy immune system. You must have heard that avoiding processed foods and sugar can go a long way in keeping your immunity strengthened, but did you know that certain vegetables can help to give...
Tonsillitis is the inflammation of tonsils, which is identified by redness and swelling of tonsils caused by a bacteria or virus. Sometimes, it is just mild inflammation, but at others, it causes a lot of discomfort and pain to the patient. If you are showing symptoms of tonsillitis, there are certain...
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The conjunctiva is the tissue over the eye that protects the eyeball from bacteria and infection. However, when this protective layer becomes inflamed or irritated, it leads to what is known as conjunctivitis. It may appear after contact with irritants such as smoke, pollution or dust or because some...
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Learning to breathe correctly is necessary to prevent respiratory disorders and keep yourself in good health. And you have probably always been told that it is better to breathe in air through your nose rather than your mouth, but do you really know why this is?
The truth is that there isn't just one single...
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Anaemia appears in the human body when the haemoglobin levels, a protein that is responsible for transmitting oxygen around the body, are critically low. This alteration can be treated naturally by increasing the intake of essential nutrients, such as iron and vitamin C.
Ever feel stuffy or struggle with allergies at home? High humidity could be the culprit. But don't worry! Dehumidifiers can be your secret weapon for creating a comfortable and healthy living space. A dehumidifier is an appliance designed to remove excess moisture from the air in your home. We'll explore...
Whether you can kneel after having a knee replaced will depend on the individual and their circumstances. Generally speaking, it is possible to kneel after an artificial knee is implanted, but it often requires time. In rare occasions, someone may never be able to fully kneel again. However, most patients...
Lipedema is a pathology related to the production of excess adipose tissue which occurs almost exclusively in women. It is a little-known disease, but it can seriously affect the quality of life of those affected. Although it may be associated with obesity, it is a different condition and it can also affect...
The body has a series of joints that work to facilitate the performance of movements of all kinds. The hip is one of the most important for locomotion, but it is also one which is most prone to injury. This is partly because it is responsible for carrying much of the body's weight and issues such as...
Whitish spots on the nails, in various forms and extensions, are a fairly common problem that in most cases is not serious. However, it is always a good idea to consult a dermatologist, because although it is not common, it could be an indication of a health problem. These spots can have different causes...
Knowing a person's blood type is important for both giving and receiving blood. Although in emergency situations, most patients will be given O-negative blood as this works on all blood types. When we have non-emergency medical procedures which require blood transfusions, we will need to know our blood...
The astringent diet is a special diet designed to help with various gastrointestinal problems, such as gastroenteritis or diarrhea. After these diseases, the body has to deal with a great loss of nutrients. You can help your body by eating soft foods that do not require much work from the digestive system....
Astigmatism is a vision problem that affects many people. It is an ocular anomaly which derives from an irregular curvature of the cornea. The result is a distortion in vision. When someone has acute vision, they can distinguish objects in their environment easily. Astigmatism causes objects to be so distorted,...