Diseases & secondary effects
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Gas is an annoying problem for many people which can also cause abdominal pain, bloating and flatulence which in many instances is accompanied by an unpleasant odor. Of course nobody wants to suffer from this, but often we found ourselves doing so without knowing why we are suffering from this discomfort....
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Popular belief says that tomato is bad for gout, but is that true or is it a rumour? There are many myths about food that lead us to blindly believing things, for example that water makes you fat, or other urban legends. That's why at OneHowTo we want to answer your questions and give you a detailed...
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Few things are more embarrassing than a strong or even unpleasant body odor caused by excessive sweating which causes stench. And sometimes this is not due to a lack of hygiene as there are many other factors that take part in producing the bad odor of sweat so it is important to know what these are...
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Renal colic or kidney colic is a common condition that sends hundreds of patients to hospital every year. This condition often begins in the abdomen and it's commonly caused by kidney stones. The pain from kidney colic is very severe and can be extremely frightening for the patient, but its treatment...
If you have cracks or inflammation on any part of your lips, you will know how irritating they can be. Eating certain foods or being out in inclement weather can exacerbate the situation, causing pain and distraction. When these cracks or sores appear in the corners of our lips, it can be particularly...
Alcohol abuse or having suffered an illness like Hepatitis C can lead to the development of cirrhosis, a disease that can cause the liver to stop working properly, stop absorbing nutrients from the food we eat or being unable to eliminate all toxins.
If you make some changes in your diet you can help...
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition known as common eczema, which is manifested through scaly rashes, dryness, swelling and redness, among other symptoms. It is important that people who suffer receive appropriate medical treatment in each particular case, and care for your skin daily from within,...
Psoriasis is a skin disease presenting reddened spots in different areas of the body. The causes of psoriasis are of unknown origin although there are some factors that can lead to the appearance of this skin disease.
But, even if the origin is not known, the symptoms of psoriasisdo exist and can be...
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Hepatitis A is a disease that affects the liver causing inflammation in the body. It is caused by a virus infection or, in rarer cases, intoxication, consequently resulting in impaired liver function due to inflammation. Signs of this condition can be confused with other diseases, even with a simple flu, unless...
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Hepatitis C is a liver pathology caused by the HCV virus that can develop as an acute or a chronic condition. This infection is transmitted by direct contact with blood or other body fluids of people who have it, and its most common causes are unsafe injection practices, inadequate sterilization of...
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Sciatica is the name given to the irritation of the sciatic nerve causing the onset of pain in the lower back which usually extends to the bottom of one leg. This condition affects many people but is most common in middle aged people and in pregnant women. It requires specific medical treatment because otherwise...
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The redness of some parts of the face is one of the symptoms of rosacea however, it is not the last. Rosacea is a chronic skin disease that sometimes can also affect the eyes. It is not known exactly what causes this disease but we can detect what the symptoms of rosacea are to care for the skin and...
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Our kidneys, situated in the lower back, have the very important function of filtering our blood of excess substances, while ensuring that we retain the right amount of water for our organism to function. Certain conditions can damage the filters in our kidneys, causing a progressive decrease in the kidney's...
Jaundice occurs when the skin, eyes or mucous acquire a yellowish tone that occurs gradually, indicating that something is wrong with our health. In itself it is not a disease but a symptom that can occur due to various conditions, so it is essential to determine its origin to detect the proper way to treat...
Inflammation of the joints causes pain and discomfort to those who suffer from it; it can even prevent some daily activities. That is why it is necessary to take measures to help reduce swelling of the joints, especially when it comes to those joints supporting the full weight of our body on a daily...
Pain on the right side of your stomach can mean many things. The first step you should take is to make an appointment with your trusted doctor. Pain in this area is usually associated with kidney problems (appendix, pancreas, etc.). However, it can also result from a bone-related problem. Are you asking...
Excess of uric acid in the blood can cause it to concentrate in some areas of the body, such as the joints, where uric acid crystals form resulting in inflammation and pain. These often affect small joints like the big toe and the hands, but can also occur in other joints like the knees. High levels of uric...
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Keeping uric acid levels stable is very important in order to avoid problems like uric acid concentration in joints and the consequent formation of urate crystals, which cause inflammation and pain. Following a proper diet is key to preventing uric acid from increasing or, indeed, to reducing it. In this...
Pain in your left side can mean many things. The first step you should take is to make an appointment with your family doctor. Pain in the left side is usually associated with problems related to the heart, bladder or stomach. However, it can also result from a bone-related problem. This OneHowTo article...
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Steatosis or fatty liver is an serious condition that requires care to avoid liver damage that could seriously jeopardize your health. While continuing to closely follow doctors' instructions you can take further measures to treat fatty liver. There are a range of additional natural options which will...
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Almost everyone has had a stye at some point. It is a bacterial infection on the edge of the eyelid which manifests as swelling. As you know, the stye takes a few days to disappear. However, you can help eliminate a stye quickly if you follow certain tips from OneHowTo which we detail below. There are...
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The role of platelets in our body is essential as part of the process of blood coagulation. A normal platelet count ranges from 150,000 to 450,000, but various conditions may cause a fall and can lead to internal bleeding. A low platelet count is a serious matter that requires medical supervision, but you can...
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Throat cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer. If detected in early stages recovery rates are of 90% but in most cases the disease goes unnoticed, so it is important to know a little more about it, its symptoms and risk factors to avoid it going undetected. In this OneHowTo article we want...
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Hyperuricemia is the name given to having high levels of uric acid in the blood . 70% of this chemical is secreted by our bodies whilst 30% is supplied by the foods we eat. The excess uric acid crystallises and accumulates in the joints causing pain. In this OneHowTo article we want to help expand your...
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An inflamed liver, hepatomegaly or liver inflammation, occurs when the organ becomes larger than normal. It is a very serious condition as inflammation may derive by a more serious disease, such as any of the hepatitis viruses. Unfortunately it is not easy to identify such condition as during the early stages of...
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When we talk about blood pressure we are referring to the force applied by the flowing blood on the artery walls. If your blood pressure is too high or too low, it can seriously threaten your health. To measure this pressure two values must be taken into account: a systolic value and a diastolic value....
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Platelets play an important role in our body as they work in the process of blood coagulation. A normal platelet count ranges from 150000 - 450000 but certain diseases can cause the number to decrease drastically, causing a risk of internal bleeding if the count is less than 10,000. It is important...
If you suffer from uric acid you will already know that your diet is essential in controlling this condition and improving symptoms. It is the foods that we eat which are responsible for producing 30% of this substance, so ingredients high in purines should be eaten in moderation in order to guarantee...
Our liver is responsible for removing toxins from our body, which is why it is so important to keep it healthy and functioning properly. Sometimes an unbalanced and unhealthy diet can cause our liver to struggle to remove all the body's waste. However, some homemade natural solutions can help increase liver...
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The platelets or thrombocytes play a very important role in the process of blood clotting, making it necessary to maintain an appropriate level of these in the body to remain healthy. An adult's normal level of platelets in the blood ranges between 150,000 and 450,000 per cubic millimeter. When they drop...
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Gas can easily become a tiresome problem, especially when accompanied by abdominal pain and inflammation. Constant flatulence or burping is unwanted and can make us feel really uncomfortable, so in addition to knowing the reasons why you have gas and follow some tips to avoid them, it is useful to know...
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Asthma is a condition that happens due to inflammation of the airways, which causes difficulty in breathing. It can determine important aspects of daily life such as performing certain physical activities. Detecting this condition is essential to ge the appropriate treatment that reduces symptoms and allows...
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Tachycardia is an increase of the heartbeat frequency. For example, we're talking about tachycardia when your pulse is over 85 beats per second.
The only symptom is the increase of pulses, many times at a disordered rhythm.
There are many people in our society that suffer tachycardia, that's why we'd...
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It is said that you are an asthma patient when your breathing ducts fill or narrow more than usual due to several catalysts, which make it hard to breathe and several other symptoms that, according to each person's condition, can affect your daily life. If you have an asthma attack the most common thing...
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Scabies is a resistant mite that lays eggs and reproduces quickly, causing the victim to suffer continuously. The term scabies comes from the latin word "scabere", which means scratching. This condition is described as the seven year itch, although the infection's duration can be bigger if you don't ask...
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1% of the population is affected by this skin injury. It's causes are considered to derive from a not very calm and healthy lifestyle and, abusive sunbathing. This provokes depigmentation that affects any area of our body, leading to skin marks. There are several natural remedies to help cure it. OneHowTo.com...