Illness

Especially with the swine flu, or any other kind of flu virus that is going around, obtaining germs can happen easily. To avoid getting sick is pretty much common sense. Also this time of the year...

Tuning forks are traditionally used to establish tone for musical instruments; however, within holistic medicine, tuning forks are believed to bring balance, stress relief and even pain reduction...

Located in the back of the throat, tonsils are part of the lymphatic system and help protect against infection by trapping germs entering through the mouth and nose, according to the U.S. National...

Adrenal fatigue is a condition in which the adrenal glands are overworked and produce less hormones than the body needs. These glands, which are located atop the kidneys, receive messages from the...

The human immune system is composed of different cells and tissues that aid in defending the body from infectious organisms, like viruses and bacteria. One remarkable aspect of the immune system...

Sometimes physical, mental or environmental conditions cause people to have poor personal hygiene. Some of these conditions are easily treated, while others are not.

It is important to maintain homeostasis during influenza. Homeostasis your body's way of regulating temperature, sugar levels and hydration levels. If homeostasis is not maintained during...

Although there isn't an immediate method for restoring adrenal gland energy reserves, several months of therapy with certain herbs and vitamins will reassure you of a greater payoff than if...

Hereditary nail disorders are problems that occur with the fingernails and toenails of one who has a history of such disorders in their family. A hereditary disorder may be passed from parent to...

Inflamed tonsils may be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, an allergy, or acid reflux. Inflammation of your tonsils may cause severe pain and difficulty swallowing. You may notice white or...

Intestinal worms can enter your body from food or water, through your nose or skin, or via sexual contact or a transmitting agent such as an insect bite. These parasites require the intestines of...

Nearly every child in American experiences tonsillitis at least once, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery. Caused by bacteria or a virus, tonsillitis is an...

There are a number of reasons that your spleen can become enlarged. Viral or bacterial infections, liver disease, metabolic disorders, certain kinds of anemia, and blood clots in the area of the...

You're taking a trip by boat, and it seems that you've just left port when your legs turn rubbery and your stomach queasy. The constant rocking of the boat is disturbing the balance equilibrium of...

If you work on the night shift, you may be susceptible to a number of health risks. Doctors have found that those working the graveyard shift are more likely to develop sleep disorders, heart...

According to Kelli Rosenthal in the "Legal Aspects of IV Therapy," an article published by ResourceNurse, more than 90 percent of all patients will receive some type of intravenous therapy, more...

Doctors estimate recuperation time from an adult tonsillectomy to be two to three weeks. Some adults can take over a month to fully heal. Adults recover from tonsillectomies in phases and should...

Alcoholism, also called problem drinking and alcohol dependency, is a progressive disease whereby the afflicted individual is compelled to consume alcohol, despite their desire to stop and the...

A fast heart rate is commonly called heart palpitation. This gives the feeling of your heart pounding or racing in your chest at a high or irregular speed. A normal heart beats at a rate of 60 to...

Commonly referred to as mouth fungus, oral thrush is an infection of the lining in your mouth with candida, a type of yeast or fungus. While candida occurs naturally within your mouth, certain...

Diverticulitis is a common condition that occurs when there is an infection or inflammation in your diverticula which is located in your digestive tract. Diverticula are small pouches that can...

Tis the season for colds, flu, strep throat, and all kinds of illnesses that can be spread. With some illnesses, it seems there is no relief in sight. (You are so congested and it even hurts each...

With the condition of acid reflux on a rise, it has become important to control the condition with every possible treatment option--home based or clinical. A naturotherapeutic approach to this...

Colorectal procedures are operations that are preformed on your colon for various reasons. The type of procedure you may require will depend on your condition. Minimally-invasive colorectal...

Having an upset stomach can ruin anyone's day. Whether you are nauseous, feel faint or vomiting, it can throw off your entire schedule.

Excessive mucus can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, allergies and from smoking. If you have a cold or allergies, you may need to just drink plenty of water and get rest until the...

Although urinary tract infections are common, some people suffer from recurrent bladder infections. The causes for recurrent infections include obstruction of the urinary tract, catheterization,...

Gangrene is described as necrosis or death of soft tissue caused by the obstructed circulation, which is then usually followed by decomposition. Gangrene is a serious problem and should be...

The main protein in the bloodstream is albumin, an antioxidant made by the liver. Since albumin is vital for transporting nutrients to the cells of the body, a low protein level in the blood can...

A metallic taste in the mouth, or dysgeusia, is a common side effect of a wide variety of medical treatments and medications, and is sometimes a symptom of a medical condition.

Ratio-oxycocet is one of many names for a mixture of acetaminophen and oxycodone. It is available as a prescription-only pain medication in numerous countries. It has many of the same side effects...

This flu season there is a new danger, the H1N1 virus or commonly called the Swine Flu. There are several measures you can take to prevent the spread of this new virus. Just follow these few tips...

Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as the flesh-eating disease or flesh-eating bacteria, is an infection of the underlying layers of skin and the tissues directly beneath the skin, the subcutaneous...

Post nasal drip occurs when the sinuses create too much mucus, causing a build up in the back of the nose and throat. If it is excessive, it can lead to discomfort, tickling in the throat,...

Cirrhosis of the liver is a condition that prevents the liver from functioning as it should. The liver is one of the largest and most important organs in your body. It eliminates toxins like...

The rabies virus is often passed from one mammal to another through the bite of an infected animal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the majority of cases occur in...

Dry mouth is also called xerostomia. It is a common condition and impacts approximately one in every four or five adults. This condition is especially common in women.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder. Also called spastic colon, it is a functional bowel disorder characterized by chronic abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, and...

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, ongoing fatigue and multiple "tender points" on the body where even minimal pressure causes pain. According to the National...

Tiredness may be caused by many conditions. A medical examination is necessary to determine what is causing you to have symptoms of tiredness. Your doctor may suggest blood tests to check for...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), polio is a dangerous virus that can cause paralysis or death in anyone who becomes infected. A vaccine has been developed that...

Focal seizures, also known as partial seizures, Jacksonian seizure or temporal lobe seizure, occurs when there is an electrical disturbance in one area of the brain. This particular type of...

A lesion is any kind of abnormality on tissue. It can be caused by illness, or by serious injury. Lesions on the liver can be diagnosed by your physician. The lesions may be harmless (benign), or...

Throwing up either occurs as a symptom of a particular illness or after consuming beverages or food that upset your stomach. Nausea often precedes vomiting, which allows you to empty out those...

Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes severe abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea and malnutrition due to absorption problems in the intestines. Doctors believe an overactive...

Folk medicine refers to the practice of traditional-ethnic ways of treating illnesses apart from recognized, professional, institutionalized medical systems in Western medicine. Usually folk...

Steroids used to treat Crohn's disease differ from the anabolic steroids associated with bodybuilders. They mimic the cortisone produced in the body. These steroids help people with Crohn's...

Typhoid fever is caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi and Salmonella paratyphi. People infectied with Salmonella paratyphi usually become less severely ill than those infected with Salmonella...

According to the Centers for Disease Control, most people get rabies from an animal bite. Ninety percent of all rabies cases are caused by bites from animals such as bats, raccoons, skunks and...

A boil is an inflammation that forms under the skin. They may appear tender or hard; boils may also itch and become uncomfortable. They are usually caused by bacteria that is located on healthy...