Diseases & secondary effects

With the warm weather approaching, you surely will like to wear shorts and sleeveless shirts. But when you start using summer clothes, you might notice little red bumps on your upper arms. These bumps don't usually cause any symptoms aside from light itchiness, but they are hard to eliminate. Cleansers and...

Polyps are abnormal tissue growths that appear in the mucosa or innermost layer of the large intestine and reach the intestinal canal. The normal area of appearance of these polyps is in the colon and their size that can be from less than a centimetre to a couple centimetres. The rectum is another place where...

The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body and it's located at the top of the heel. It connects the two calf muscles and together they are responsible for supporting all our weight when walking. Achilles tendon pain may appear if we give more activity that it can support, so it is very common...

If exercise is part of your daily routine, surely at some point you had to deal with Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, also known as DOMS. This muscle pain occurs because of the micro-breaks of muscle fibres and can become very annoying during the day and hinder your training. Although DOMS can be a bit...

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in the arm and hand which is often caused due to a pinched nerve in the wrist. Bound by ligaments and bones, the carpal tunnel is a delicate passageway on the palm side of the wrist. The main nerve of your hand and the tendons that allow you to bend your fingers...

Bronchospasm is a contraction of the airway and the bronchial muscle, which affects lungs and impedes normal breathing. Bronschospasm takes a great deal of effort for the sufferer to breathe. It's most common found in people suffering from respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, bronchitis or those...

People often confuse between the skin conditions eczema and rosacea. This is because both their symptoms are very similar. In both skin conditions redness and swelling occurs. However, it is important to tell the difference between the two because the inappropriate treatment could make the condition worse....

A Hernia is a hole in your abdominal wall through which the inner lining may protrude through and create a sac. Sometimes, organs like the intestine may protrude through this cavity and get trapped in the sac. Some hernias may develop during your fetal life, and become evident during childhood or even as an...

Degenerative arthritis of the hip, also known as osteoarthritis of the hip, is a problem that affects more women than men and can greatly damage one's quality of life. It may appear simply as a result of time after the age of 60. Other causes include dislocations, poor nutrition or bone problems suffered...

Sweat, as well as being annoying, is a cause for concern for many people. Those who sweat excessively feel uncomfortable and insecure; they tend to think that the whole world is staring at them, though this is rarely the case. It is a complex that can eventually lead to insecurity, especially at times...

Phlebitis or thrombophlebitis is an acute inflammation of a vein due to the formation of a blood clot, which can happen at surface level or in deeper tissues. It can occur in different areas of the body, but usually the legs are most affected. It can cause symptoms such as pain, numbness, tenderness,...

Aerophagia is a digestive disorder caused by swallowing air while eating, leading to annoying flatulence. If you often suffer from flatulence perhaps it's time to watch your daily diet and start making some healthy changes. This condition is also associated with eating too fast, drinking fizzy drinks,...

Over time, your body changes and loses strength, flexibility and stability. One of the unmistakable symptoms of this degenerative process can be a worn joint cartilage. This is one of the most common signs of arthritis caused by overexertion which places a strain on your joints, whether during movement...

Whooping cough is a contagious acute respiratory disease caused by bacteria. These are human pathogens belonging to the Bordetella genus called Bordetella pertussis, B. parapertussis, B. bronchiseptica and adenoviruses. Unvaccinated children are suceptible to whooping cough from birth. The most effective...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Sniffing, coughing, congestion in nose, sore throat, runny nose, headache and maybe mild fever are the signs that the viral infection of cold has incubated your body. Usually it is advised that in case of mild cold it’s better to have rest and treat yourself at home with chicken soup or other homemade...

Dengue is a very common disease in areas where rains give way to backwaters where the Aedes aegypti mosquito is prolific, known in some countries colloquially as "white legged mosquito". Your symptoms may be mistaken for a common cold, which can lead to an alarming decline in platelets and a far more sever...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

Modern lifestyle poses numerous challenges as far as maintaining good posture at work is concerned. We slouch while working in front of a computer and often tilt the head forward while typing a text on the smartphone. These are posture killers that we have to deal with everyday. Bad posture is not just a cosmetic...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Smoking as we all know is bad for the smoker’s body and also for those who breathes the same air in which the smoker exhales. As awareness is increasing about the bad effects of smoking lots of people are trying to quit this habit. Often one can see that if a person quits smoking he/she starts to cough...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...