Diseases & secondary effects
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![How to Keep the Heart Healthy and Fit](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/1/2/how_to_keep_the_heart_healthy_and_fit_9218_300_150.jpg)
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It is important to take care of your heart health for a healthy life and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular conditions that can endanger health. Choosing healthy lifestyle practices such as proper nutrition, exercise and calmness will help you enjoy a stronger and healthier body. oneHOWTO shows you some...
![What Causes the Feeling of Food Stuck in Your Throat](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/2/2/what_causes_the_feeling_of_food_stuck_in_your_throat_10228_300_150.jpg)
The condition of difficulty swallowing is medically known as Dysphagia. This bothering condition feels like you constantly have something stuck in your throat, making it difficult to breathe. This feeling usually occurs at the back of the throat, just behind the tongue. This pain can be mild but it can...
![How to Get Water out of Your Ear](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/2/2/how_to_get_water_out_of_your_ear_10224_300_150.jpg)
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Water getting stuck in your ear is a common occurrence for many, especially during summer. While it is a mild and just unpleasant condition to deal with, it may lead to irritation, infection or inflammation in your ear canal if not drained out immediately. The ear canal has wax that prevents any water...
![How To Clean Your Lungs With Herbs](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/2/2/how_to_clean_your_lungs_with_herbs_10222_300_150.jpg)
Your lungs work 24/7 to allow oxygen to enter your body, but unfortunately, pollutants, dust, irritants, mold, organisms, toxins and fungus enter your body through lungs too. Smokers abuse their lungs by exposing them to toxic chemicals and tar through their bad habit. So, in order to work them at peak...
![How to Use Aloe Vera for Diabetes](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/9/7/how_to_use_aloe_vera_for_diabetes_9798_300_150.jpg)
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Diabetes is a condition that presents persistent high levels of blood glucose (hyperglycaemia). Recent studies have shown that aloe vera is a natural remedy thanks to its soothing and restorative properties which help to reduce blood glucose by 50% within two months. Topical use of aloe vera also helps...
![How to Get Rid of Earwax Buildup at Home](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/9/7/how_to_get_rid_of_earwax_buildup_at_home_9790_300_150.jpg)
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Earwax is a natural substance produced by your body to prevent external agents from entering the ear and causing damage. Earwax is produced inside the ear and moves outward in order to be removed. As well as stopping substances from entering inside the ear, earwax contains substances which fight possible...
![Home Remedies for Skin Fungal Infections](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/8/6/home_remedies_for_skin_fungal_infections_9682_300_150.jpg)
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Although they are more common in areas such as nails, feet or armpits, where higher humidity and sweating is observed, fungi can affect the skin of any part of the body. There are lots of different types of fungal infections, but they all involve a change in skin colour, alongside symptoms such as peeling,...
![4 Simple Ways to Recognize a Melanoma](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/9/1/4_simple_ways_to_recognize_a_melanoma_10196_300_150.jpg)
Almost everyone has moles and for the most part they are harmless. However it is important to recognize changes in your mole as they can be warning signs that a melanoma may be developing.
This OneHowTo article sets out four simple ways to identify whether your mole could be a melanoma and when to...
![How to Know if You Have Earwax Buildup](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/3/8/how_to_know_if_you_have_earwax_buildup_9836_300_150.jpg)
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Do you feel mild discomfort in your ear? There are some signs that can reveal if you have a buildup of earwax . It is advisable to clean your ears so you can look after your well-being and your hearing. Wax is a natural bodily mechanism that is created to keep your ear canals protected and to prevent...
![What to Eat if I Have Acid Reflux](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/5/7/what_to_eat_if_i_have_acid_reflux_7752_300_150.jpg)
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...
![Why do I Have Red Spots on my Face](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/8/2/why_do_i_have_red_spots_on_my_face_9280_300_150.jpg)
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There are many people who wonder on a daily basis why they have red spots on their face. The truth is that this is a question that has many answers. The type of imperfection, colour, texture and size can help determine the causes behind it. Many factors can contribute to spots, sometimes it can be symptomatic...
![How to Know if You Have Colitis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/9/4/how_to_know_if_you_have_colitis_9496_300_150.jpg)
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Colitis is a disease characterized by inflammation of the part that covers the large intestine (colon) or rectum. It can originate from different causes, whether viral or bacterial infections, problems with the immune system, lack of blood flow, and continuous use of certain drugs, among others. Whatever...
![How to Treat Pneumonia](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/8/9/how_to_treat_pneumonia_6989_300_150.jpg)
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When the lungs become inflamed due to a virus or infection you can suffer pneumonia, a condition that hinders breathing capacity and, in many cases, requires hospitalisation. Treatment may differ as it will always depend on the type of pneumonia that you have caught as well as the progress of the patient....
![What are the Symptoms of Pneumonia](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/2/4/what_are_the_symptoms_of_pneumonia_9423_300_150.jpg)
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Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs caused by infection, which causes the alveoli to become filled with pus, making it hard to breathe. It is a respiratory disease which is particularly prolific in winter and especially targets the elderly, children and people with weak immune systems. If you want...
![What Causes Tachycardia](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/0/4/what_causes_tachycardia_9406_300_150.jpg)
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Tachycardia is an increased heart rate that starts in the heart. A disorder in the heart rate is known as arrhythmia and may be caused due to a decreased or increased heart rate, of which the latter is tachycardia. The heart pumps blood faster and increases oxygen consumption, which can lead to symptoms...
![Causes of Blocked Ears](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/7/3/causes_of_blocked_ears_9379_300_150.jpg)
Surely you 've experienced that annoying feeling of blocked ears that prevents you from hearing anything properly? This is a symptom that can be caused by many different factors. It can be anything from a simple temporary condition, to the result of some type of infection or disease in the ear that requires...
![How to Take Turmeric for Arthritis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/4/5/how_to_take_turmeric_for_arthritis_9544_300_150.jpg)
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Turmeric is widely used in cooking to flavour food. It's a delightful spice and it is famous for its striking red to yellow colour, a little lighter than that of the paunchy paprika. Although many people know the culinary properties of this magical root, very few know of the benefits of turmeric for...
![How to Know if I Need Glasses](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/1/6/how_to_know_if_i_need_glasses_7619_300_150.jpg)
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Do you have trouble reading small print? Do you have trouble seeing far-off objects? There are many signals that could mean you have vision problems and so it may be necessary to visit an ophthalmologist or an eye specialist. In many cases, these eye problems can be corrected through the use of glasses...
![Is Dwarfism Hereditary ?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/7/3/is_dwarfism_hereditary_7378_300_150.jpg)
Achondroplasia, popularly known as dwarfism, is a condition that affects 1 in 20,000 people. Sufferers have an average size head while the body is smaller than usual, with less than 1.30 in women and 1.40 in men. Many people say that this condition is inherited, but is it true? If you're wondering if dwarfism...
![Why is there Blood in my Eye](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/9/3/why_is_there_blood_in_my_eye_8395_300_150.jpg)
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Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed you have a small red spot on your eyeball? Although at first glance this might seem somewhat disturbing, it is in fact a very common condition that usually goes away without treatment. There can be many reasons why these spots appear, the most common of...
![How to Cure a Skin Fungal Infection](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/1/2/how_to_cure_a_skin_fungal_infection_9214_300_150.jpg)
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Fungi are microorganisms that live in different places, including the human body. They can appear for different reasons and cause different symptoms such as skin irritation and redness that can lead to infections. These infections are usually found in moist areas of our body, since these are the areas...
![How to Cure a Stye in Children](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/1/4/how_to_cure_a_stye_in_children_7418_300_150.jpg)
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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....
![What is the Normal Size for Kidneys](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/3/8/what_is_the_normal_size_for_kidneys_7834_300_150.jpg)
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...
![Why Are my Hands Swollen?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/0/2/why_are_my_hands_swollen_9208_300_150.jpg)
The hands are a part of our body that we use frequently throughout the day. As a result, any damage that we may inflict on them potentially poses a real nuisance to us when performing any task. In the case of swollen hands, the feeling is very unpleasant and can be caused by different factors, among...
![Why do My Eyes Hurt?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/1/1/why_do_my_eyes_hurt_9116_300_150.jpg)
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Eyes are a very sensitive area and are continually exposed to external agents making it easy for them to become infected, irritated and suffer other problems. We can feel pain in the eyes and not know exactly what this is happening. We must consider whether the pain occurs with other symptoms, such as...
![The Best Vitamins for Your Eyes](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/1/1/the_best_vitamins_for_your_eyes_9113_300_150.jpg)
A diet with considerable nutritional deficiencies, other than being harmful to the body in general terms, will also have very negative effects on eye health. The lack of certain vitamins and nutrients in the diet can increase the risk of eye diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration, vision loss...
![Home Remedies for Seborrheic Dermatitis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/8/1/home_remedies_for_seborrheic_dermatitis_9189_300_150.jpg)
Seborrheic dermatitis is a condition that affects the greasy areas of the skin such as the scalp, the inner ear and face. This condition causes white or yellow-coloured skin flakes and in some cases may cause redness in the affected area. It is a chronic condition, meaning it is for life but is controllable...
![How to Recover from Chemotherapy](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/1/5/how_to_recover_from_chemotherapy_7517_300_150.jpg)
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Many cancer patients think harder about chemotherapy than they do about cancer itself. However, the type and severity of any side effects will depend on the type and dose of chemotherapy you receive and how your body reacts to it. One thing you mustn't forget is that chemotherapy is your ally, it's your...
![What is the Difference Between Arthritis and Osteoarthritis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/9/4/what_is_the_difference_between_arthritis_and_osteoarthritis_7492_300_150.jpg)
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...
![Most Common Reasons For Blood In Urine](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/8/5/most_common_reasons_for_blood_in_urine_7583_300_150.jpg)
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...
![When Shouldn't You Give Blood](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/6/6/when_shouldn_t_you_give_blood_7662_300_150.jpg)
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...
![How To Clean The Eyes Infected With Conjunctivitis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/9/7/how_to_clean_the_eyes_infected_with_conjunctivitis_8799_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![How To Relax Your Neck](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/1/7/how_to_relax_your_neck_8711_300_150.jpg)
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Surely you've had this experience before: waking up with a stiff neck and feeling more strained as the day goes on. There are many factors that can cause this unpleasant neck pain, such as a sedentary job, sleeping in a bad position or even air conditioning. Sometimes the strain is so intense it can even...
![The Best Natural Laxatives](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/8/8/the_best_natural_laxatives_8882_300_150.jpg)
Do you suffer from constipation? When intestinal transit is not working properly, it is normal to feel uncomfortable and to have intense pain in the belly that often becomes swollen. To solve this problem you can use traditional medicine and take a laxative to help to clean you out or, if you prefer,...
![What Are The Advantages Of Breathing Through Your Nose](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/2/8/what_are_the_advantages_of_breathing_through_your_nose_8824_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![How Do You Know If You Have Listeria](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/4/3/how_do_you_know_if_you_have_listeria_9347_300_150.jpg)
Listeria is an infection that a person usually gets by eating something contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium. Pregnant ladies and their developing babies, elderly people and those with weakened immunity, are more susceptible to catch this infection than others. Once infected, the person...
![How To Treat Iron Deficiency Anemia At Home](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/9/9/how_to_treat_iron_deficiency_anemia_at_home_8998_300_150.jpg)
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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.
These can be found in various fruits,...
![Why Do Ankles Swell Up?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/8/3/why_do_ankles_swell_up_8380_300_150.jpg)
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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,...
![How Long Does A Trapezius Muscle Strain Last](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/2/3/how_long_does_a_trapezius_muscle_strain_last_9323_300_150.jpg)
Trapezius muscle strain is an extremely uncomfortable condition in which you just cannot move your shoulders in any direction, nor can you perform any head activity without discomfort or pain in the area. You can't even move your neck around easily. The trapezius muscle is one of the biggest muscles in your...
![How Long Is Tonsillitis Contagious for](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/2/3/how_long_is_tonsillitis_contagious_for_9322_300_150.jpg)
Tonsils are the lumps of tissue which you can see part of at the back sides of your throat. If we have to tell you where the tonsils are, then you have never had tonsillitis. It is a painful and very uncomfortable inflammation of the tonsils caused by a variety of viral and bacterial infections. There...
![How To Reduce Eye Pressure Naturally](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/5/4/how_to_reduce_eye_pressure_naturally_8452_300_150.jpg)
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Eye Pressure is caused by a build-up of eye fluid. This can be the trigger for a disease known as glaucoma. This condition causes a deterioration in nerve fibres of the eye, a situation that if not addressed early can lead to blindness. To avoid this it is recommendable to lower the eye pressure. This can...
![What Are The Possible Causes of Blood in Poop](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/7/2/what_are_the_possible_causes_of_blood_in_poop_8277_300_150.jpg)
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,...
![Difference between Influenza And Dengue Fever Symptoms](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/4/1/difference_between_influenza_and_dengue_fever_symptoms_8143_300_150.jpg)
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...
![What Is The Difference Between Acute Myocardial Infarction And Angina Pectoris](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/7/2/what_is_the_difference_between_acute_myocardial_infarction_and_angina_pectoris_7270_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![Why Do Lymph Nodes Swell](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/6/3/why_do_lymph_nodes_swell_7362_300_150.jpg)
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Lymph nodes are a very important part of the immune system as they are responsible for identifying and fighting viruses, bacteria, germs, infections and other external agents. Lymph nodes are located in many parts of the body, but you can feel them in areas like the neck, groin, armpit, behind the ears and under...
![What Is Non Invasive Ventilation And Why Is It Used](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/3/9/what_is_non_invasive_ventilation_and_why_is_it_used_8933_300_150.jpg)
Non invasive ventilation or NIV is a ventilation modality used to support breathing without applying any surgical airway or intubation. It is a popular method for managing respiration in adults as well as children, both in ICUs and emergency departments of healthcare facilities. Invasive ventilation has...
![How To Manage Chronic Pain Effectively](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/5/1/how_to_manage_chronic_pain_effectively_7150_300_150.jpg)
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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...
![What Are The Symptoms Of A Hypertensive Crisis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/1/1/what_are_the_symptoms_of_a_hypertensive_crisis_7119_300_150.jpg)
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A hypertensive crisis is an acute rise of blood pressure that requires urgent medical assessment. The parameters indicating a hypertensive crisis are values above 110 mmHg in diastolic pressure or above 180 mmHg in systolic pressure. Blood pressure figures lower than those stated should still be considered...
![How To Make Juice For Arthritis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/4/8/how_to_make_juice_for_arthritis_6842_300_150.jpg)
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...
![What To Eat If I feel like Throwing Up](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/7/8/what_to_eat_if_i_feel_like_throwing_up_6874_300_150.jpg)
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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...