Diseases & secondary effects
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![How to Minimize the Side Effects of Chemotherapy](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/0/3/how_to_minimize_the_side_effects_of_chemotherapy_7307_300_150.jpg)
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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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![The Best Juice Recipes for Arthritis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/2/1/the_best_juice_recipes_for_arthritis_8128_300_150.jpg)
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...
![Causes of Subchondral Sclerosis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/3/8/causes_of_subchondral_sclerosis_11832_300_150.jpg)
As science and medicine evolve, new and more efficient treatments are being designed to treat debilitating diseases. Subchondral sclerosis is characterized by showing as increased bone mass and density just below the cartilage area in people suffering from osteoarthritis. It is usually diagnosed through...
![How to Increase Red Blood Cell Count](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/8/1/how_to_increase_red_blood_cell_count_7186_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![The Best Juices for Anemia - 4 Effective Recipes](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/5/8/the_best_juices_for_anemia_4_effective_recipes_3855_300_150.jpg)
Anemia is a condition that occurs when the amount of red blood cells decreases considerably or these cells don't contain enough hemoglobin. This can happen due to several factors, including following a diet low in iron and blood loss from bleeding or certain diseases. To increase iron levels and combat...
![The Best Juices for Memory - Recipes for Brain Boosting](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/6/1/the_best_juices_for_memory_recipes_for_brain_boosting_8162_300_150.jpg)
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....
![How to Treat Conjunctivitis with Honey](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/8/7/how_to_treat_conjunctivitis_with_honey_11781_300_150.jpg)
Conjunctivitis is a common but nasty disorder of the eye that affects males and females of all age groups, especially young children. It happens when your eye’s outer layer covering the white part of the eye becomes inflamed. In this condition, the eye becomes red, itchy and swollen, and produces mucus that...
![Is a body Temperature of 36-36.1-36.2 Normal?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/9/3/is_a_body_temperature_of_36_36_1_36_2_normal_5395_300_150.jpg)
Body temperature allows us to evaluate the efficiency of the thermal regulation which occurs in the human body in relation to environmental temperatures and the intensity of the activities we do. The peripheral temperature (skin, mucous membranes, muscles, limbs, etc.) varies a lot. Normal body temperature...
![What Is the Difference Between Lymphocyte and Leukocyte](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/6/7/what_is_the_difference_between_lymphocyte_and_leukocyte_11767_300_150.jpg)
In short, both lymphocytes and leukocytes are components of the human blood. Basically, blood is a kind of connecting tissue made of plasma which is a fluid matrix. It also contains various types of cells and elements that keep circulating through the body within plasma. Protection, regulation and transportation...
![How to Treat Dry Eyes](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/3/0/how_to_treat_dry_eyes_9038_300_150.jpg)
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Before you learn how to treat dry eyes you must know what it causes it. There are many causes of dry eyes: allergies, weather factors, continued use of contact lenses, menopause, etc. A dry eye may cause itching, redness, blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light or other very annoying ailments, making...
![Best Essential Oils for Restless Leg Syndrome](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/6/7/best_essential_oils_for_restless_leg_syndrome_11764_300_150.jpg)
Some of the people who suffer from restless leg syndrome might already know that there are essential oils that are beneficial for such condition. Restless leg syndrome is a condition an incredible amount of people suffer from. It leads to itchiness, insomnia and general nervousness. Moreover, traditional...
![Indian Home Remedies for Baby Eczema](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/4/0/indian_home_remedies_for_baby_eczema_9043_300_150.jpg)
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Indian home remedies have proven effective with a number of skin problems, and baby eczema is one of them. Baby eczema is a condition that usually occurs during the first 5 years of a child's life, manifesting itself in a reddening of the skin characterized by thickening, tenderness and scaling in it. This...
![What Happens if your Lymphocytes Count Is low](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/6/7/what_happens_if_your_lymphocytes_count_is_low_11761_300_150.jpg)
The bone marrow produces blood cells called as lymphocytes. Their major function is to protect your body from infections. When the lymphocytes count is low, the condition is termed as lymphocytopenia. Under this condition, the body becomes more prone to catch infections, and develop symptoms of severe...
![Can I Use Contact Lens Drops as Eye Drops?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/5/7/can_i_use_contact_lens_drops_as_eye_drops_11755_300_150.jpg)
Most of the times, when you wear contact lenses, you only keep your contacts lens drops with you. You seldom think of carrying your eye drops too. But in some cases, your eyes may become too dry while wearing contact lenses, especially if you keep wearing your contact lenses for several hours continuously....
![How to Cleanse your Stomach Naturally](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/7/7/how_to_cleanse_your_stomach_naturally_777_300_150.jpg)
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To keep your stomach healthy and free from digestive trouble or any other problems you need to eat a balanced diet. But we often feel bloated and extremely heavy when we eat too much, which is when it is recommended to help our body detox. Natural ingredients can be great allies to feel much better on...
![Can I Store Contacts In Water For The Night?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/3/7/can_i_store_contacts_in_water_for_the_night_11738_300_150.jpg)
There may be times when you go for a night out at a friend’s place and you forget to bring your contact lens solution. Refilling the contact lens solution time and again also seems to be a difficult and expensive task. When you run short of contact lens solution, the first thing that comes to your mind...
![How to Increase Alkaline Phosphatase](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/0/7/how_to_increase_alkaline_phosphatase_11707_300_150.jpg)
Alkaline phosphatase, also known as ALP, is a natural protein found in human body tissues. The liver, bile ducts and bones contain ALP in higher amounts than other body organs. Produced primarily in the bones and liver, these ALP enzymes split off acidic mineral phosphorus, and create alkaline pH balance....
![How to Treat Bronchospasm at Home](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/0/1/how_to_treat_bronchospasm_at_home_9105_300_150.jpg)
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There are ways to treat bronchospasm at home. Bronchospasm rather than a disease is a symptom that occurs when bronchi become temporarily clogged due to an internal swelling. Because bronchospasm provokes the narrowing of the airways, the main symptom is a difficulty in breathing normally, together with the...
![What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/2/5/what_are_the_signs_and_symptoms_of_gastroesophageal_reflux_disease_gord_7525_300_150.jpg)
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,...
![How to Treat Cholecystitis Naturally](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/3/5/how_to_treat_cholecystitis_naturally_7536_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![The Best Diet for Kidney Failure](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/2/5/the_best_diet_for_kidney_failure_8521_300_150.jpg)
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Kidney failure is the inability of the kidneys to remove waste products and to maintain the balance of fluids and electrolytes. When the kidneys are in one of these phases, your body requires a special diet and fluid restrictions to prevent claudication. On OneHowTo.com we advise you on the best diet for...
![How to Use Blood Pressure Monitor for Smartphone](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/5/5/how_to_use_blood_pressure_monitor_for_smartphone_11558_300_150.jpg)
Heart disease is the biggest killer in the United States. A startling average of one person every 40 seconds dies from heart disease related conditions. Causes include congenital heart defects (those you are born with), diabetes, smoking, drug abuse and even high stress levels. One of the biggest causes...
![How to Get Rid of Vertigo Naturally](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/5/6/how_to_get_rid_of_vertigo_naturally_7658_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![What Causes Colitis in Adults](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/0/5/what_causes_colitis_in_adults_9508_300_150.jpg)
Colitis is a disease that causes inflammation of the lining of the colon, which is located at the end of the large intestine connected to the rectum. It may be caused by different factors. It mainly manifests as abdominal pain accompanied by swelling and changes in bowel movements, which could range from...
![How to Prevent Kidney Disease](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/7/6/how_to_prevent_kidney_disease_9677_300_150.jpg)
Keeping your kidneys healthy is the basic key to preventing kidney disease - but how do you do it? Our eating habits, the amount of fluid we take in and how we use our medications are keys to this important aspect of life. Just as with other organs, our daily habits make a difference if we want to achieve...
![Is a Body Temperature of 40.3 - 40.4 - 40.5 Normal?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/9/6/is_a_body_temperature_of_40_3_40_4_40_5_normal_9695_300_150.jpg)
Body temperature allows the evaluation of the efficiency of heat regulation which occurs in the human body with changes in the surrounding temperature and intensification of the activity. The peripheral temperature (skin, mucous membranes, muscles, limbs, etc.) is variable. The normal body temperature of a person...
![Why Do I Feel Pin Prick in My Heart](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/5/8/why_do_i_feel_pin_prick_in_my_heart_9851_300_150.jpg)
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Pin prick heart pain, pricking pain in the chest, or the feeling of pins and needles down the thorax. These are some of the descriptions offered up by people who have suffered or who suffer sometimes from this painful sensation in the chest area. The causes can be many, so we should not be alarmed, and use...
![The Best Vitamins to Fight Fatigue](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/4/7/the_best_vitamins_to_fight_fatigue_8747_300_150.jpg)
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...
![How to Get Rid of Tired Eyes with Home Remedies](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/7/9/how_to_get_rid_of_tired_eyes_with_home_remedies_9970_300_150.jpg)
Tired eyes is a condition that many people suffer from every day, especially those who have to spend several hours at the computer, reading, studying, etc. Doing these tasks for long periods can cause the eyes to get dehydrated leading to irritation and redness. Your appearance will suffer which can...
![How Do Burns Cause Hypothermia](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/1/4/how_do_burns_cause_hypothermia_11418_300_150.jpg)
Skin plays a significant role in controlling body temperature. But in case of severe burns, when a large portion of skin is damaged, the patient tends to lose body heat and suffer from dangerously low body temperature condition. This condition is called hypothermia, which is a serious condition in which...
![How to Make the Perfect Hot Toddy to Treat a Cold](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/0/4/how_to_make_the_perfect_hot_toddy_to_treat_a_cold_11403_300_150.jpg)
As the summer comes to an end and fall is upon us, temperatures begin to cool and the days get shorter. As the leaves drop, cold and flu symptoms seem to rise. This is because rhinoviruses and coronaviruses, most frequently the cause of the dreary common cold, replicate more in this cool dry weather typical...
![What Causes Fatty Lumps Under Skin](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/5/1/what_causes_fatty_lumps_under_skin_10156_300_150.jpg)
Sometimes small, round fatty lumps may appear under our skin. It is normal to be concerned with large fatty lumps, but generally these so-called sebaceous cysts are an inflammation of the hair follicles, i.e. the small sacs in which cells and other oily substances are formed. If you commonly suffer from...
![How to Treat Psoriasis and Eczema Naturally with Hemp Oil](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/8/3/how_to_treat_psoriasis_and_eczema_naturally_with_hemp_oil_11389_300_150.jpg)
There is a good news for people who have psoriasis or eczema: you can treat them naturally using hemp oil or cream. Psoriasis and eczema are two conditions whose causes haven't been discovered yet. They are probably linked to both physical and mental factors. While it is hard to focus on the causes,...
![How to Avoid Tired Eyes](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/9/7/how_to_avoid_tired_eyes_9796_300_150.jpg)
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Do you feel like your eyes become tired and sore throughout the day? This is a common symptom of people whose employment involves a lot of visual work, who manage to get little sleep or suffer from some type of vision problem. You should always visit an ophthalmologist at the first signs of eye strain. However,...
![What not to Eat with Diverticulitis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/5/3/what_not_to_eat_with_diverticulitis_11359_300_150.jpg)
Diverticulitis is a serious medical condition that occurs when bulging pouches called diverticula in your digestive system become infected due to weak spots in your intestinal wall. Mild cases of the condition can be treated with the help of antibiotics, but you will need to follow a diverticulitis diet...
![How to Treat Color Blindness](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/0/0/how_to_treat_color_blindness_10000_300_150.jpg)
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Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency,is an eye disorder that makes it difficult to distinguish the primary colours blue, green and red. This visual impairment is inherited and often arises from a defective X chromosome transmitted from mother to fetus during pregnancy. For most people who...
![What Is the Prognosis for Celiac Disease](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/7/1/what_is_the_prognosis_for_celiac_disease_10176_300_150.jpg)
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The prognosis for celiac disease is increasingly becoming more and more positive as the disease is detected earlier and the treatment for celiac disease makes advancements. The celiac disease is a permanent intolerance to the gluten content in our modern diets. It occurs in genetically predisposed individuals...
![How to Prepare for a Colonoscopy](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/3/3/how_to_prepare_for_a_colonoscopy_11332_300_150.jpg)
During a colonoscopy, you are given a powerful substance to clear your bowel, which is commonly used to spot colon cancer. It helps in treating the cancer in time, so that it does not spread to other body parts. It may also be used to detect any small growths and polyps that may develop to become colon...
![How to Lower High Lymphocytes](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/3/3/how_to_lower_high_lymphocytes_11334_300_150.jpg)
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Lymphocytes are small leucocytes or white blood cells occurring in the lymphatic system that the body produces to help fight back disease. When you have high lymphocytes it means that the body has taken out its defense mechanism and is letting you know that you may be battling an infection, autoimmune disease...
![How to Cure a Kidney Infection](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/6/2/how_to_cure_a_kidney_infection_10260_300_150.jpg)
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Kidney infections are very bothersome ailments that affect a lot of people, mostly women. The most common symptoms include urinating more frequently each day, a small amount of urine accompanied by a burning sensation, and pain in the kidney area. To follow a proper treatment, a specialist will have to determine...
![Symptoms of Poor Blood Circulation](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/5/2/symptoms_of_poor_blood_circulation_10255_300_150.jpg)
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Our body has five liters of blood which is transported by the veins and the arteries to all organs to provide nutrients, hormones and to regulate the pH levels inside us. Proper blood circulation is essential so that all organs function normally. Poor circulation will alter this necessary transportation and...
![Recommended Diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/4/2/recommended_diet_for_irritable_bowel_syndrome_10247_300_150.jpg)
Irritable bowel syndrome or colitis is a syndrome that afflicts up to 20% of the general population and carries with it a bad disposal of feces, swelling and pain in the abdomen. Knowing how to live with this condition is about adapting your dietary needs at present to ease these inconveniences in the bathroom...
![Natural Lung Detox - Cleanse Your Respiratory System](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/6/2/natural_lung_detox_cleanse_your_respiratory_system_10269_300_150.jpg)
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The lungs are one of the most important organs of our body and are affected daily by air impurities, pollution of towns, smoke from tobacco, lack of exercise or the type of work carried out in certain professions. To do so we must cleanse it from toxins as much as we can, and there are methods within...
![Home Remedies for a Sprained Ankle](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/4/3/home_remedies_for_a_sprained_ankle_10344_300_150.jpg)
Sprains, known colloquially as twisted ankles, are injuries to the ligaments or joints. When you sprain your ankle the bones are unaffected and the joints and ligaments do not break. Therefore, a sprain is not considered to be a serious injury, although it requires treatment; this is because the affected...
![How to Use Ice to Reduce Inflammation](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/5/3/how_to_use_ice_to_reduce_inflammation_10356_300_150.jpg)
When you receive a blow or a bruise, or when a foreign agent infects an area of your body, the body's reaction is to inflame the affected area as a defense mechanism. Inflammation isolates the agent causing the damage and simultaneously repairs the affected tissue by increasing the blood supply to the...
![How to Prevent Pilonidal Cysts](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/6/3/how_to_prevent_pilonidal_cysts_10362_300_150.jpg)
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A pilonidal cyst, also known as pilonidal sinus, appears in the sacrococcygeal area, in the middle of back and very close to the inter-gluteal cleft. These cysts occur when a hair enters the subcutaneous tissue and a cyst is formed around the hair to isolate it. It tends to happen to people between 15...
![What Happens if you Eat Expired Food](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/7/2/what_happens_if_you_eat_expired_food_11276_300_150.jpg)
Most food products tend to be sold with an expiration date on the label that will tell you for how long can you store it and consume it before food goes bad. Yogurt and cheese usually have a shortened expiration date after which they will start to rot or become moldy. Sometimes you will smell and taste...
![What Happens if You Eat Meat that Has Gone Bad?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/5/2/what_happens_if_you_eat_meat_that_has_gone_bad_11257_300_150.jpg)
There are some foods that can be eaten past the due date and will not cause you any health problems. When you have bought good high quality meat from the butcher but you start to see that it is going bad in the fridge you might be tempted to eat it. Spoiled meat might start smelling rancid, look slimy...
![How to Know if your Drink Has Been Spiked](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/0/2/how_to_know_if_your_drink_has_been_spiked_11209_300_150.jpg)
Sadly, every year, many incidents are being reported of victims ingesting alcohol or other drugs against their consent. The crimes cannot always be apprehended, as they are usually perpetrated in seemingly non-threatening settings, such as summer parties, nightclubs, festivals, 'date nights', fraternity...
![How to Remove Fatty Lumps](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/6/6/how_to_remove_fatty_lumps_10660_300_150.jpg)
Fatty lumps are cysts that grow under the skin. They are generally benign, and disappear on their own if you lead a healthy lifestyle. However, they are still unsightly and sometimes annoying. They can appear anywhere on our body and not always due to a particular cause, so we are not exempt from suffering...