Fibroids are non-cancerous tumor growths in the uterine. Uterine fibroids are also known as fibromyomas, myomas or leiomyomas. They may sometimes show no signs or symptoms. But some of the common symptoms may include backache, frequent urination, constipation, heavy menstrual bleeding, bleeding between periods, leg pain and pelvic pain. The exact cause for fibroid development… [Read More]

A condition in which blood is observed in the urine is known as hematuria. There are certain factors which can cause hematuria such as: 1. Cancer of kidney, bladder or prostate 2. Hypercalciuria 3. Sickle cell anemia 4. Certain medications 5. Enlargement of the prostate gland 6. Heavy exercises 7. Glomerulonephritis 8. Infection and injury… [Read More]

In the right upper abdomen above the liver, there is this small sac known as gallbladder. It basically stores bile produced by the liver. This bile is made up of water, cholesterol, bile pigments and fats. The body needs bile to digest fats. Excessive pigment or cholesterol in the bile hardens to become stone like… [Read More]

Herpes is a highly contagious infection which is caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). Basically there are two types of herpes, oral herpes and genital herpes. Oral herpes affect the mouth region causing cold sores or fever blisters whereas genital herpes causes sores below the waist. Herpes can spread by intimate contact and kissing. There… [Read More]

A highly contagious viral infection which is caused by herpes simplex virus is known as herpes. It can be caused due to certain factors such as kissing, sexual intercourse, sharing eating utensils, stress, pregnancy, fatigue, cosmetic surgery and hormonal imbalance. Some of the common symptoms of herpes are swollen glands, fever, flu like symptoms and… [Read More]

Hives, also known as urticaria is a medical condition which leaves behind patches and rings all over your body. It basically appears in group. These are usually itchy and red in color. Coming in contact with allergens cause release of chemical named histamine, which is the main cause for red blotches. There are several home… [Read More]

Since a very long time many families have tried home remedies in order to cure common illnesses. They used common kitchen items and herbs for treating these illnesses. There are several home remedies for illness which are inexpensive, simple, and easily available and without any risk of side effects. In case if you are suffering… [Read More]

Jock itch also known as tinea cruris is a fungal skin infection. It is basically caused by a fungus called Trichophyton rubrum. This fungus mainly grows in the moist and warm parts of the body. Jock itch is found to be more common in men as compared to the women. This fungus mainly affects groin… [Read More]

A condition in which there are deteriorative changes in facet joints and inter-vertebral discs which cause pain in the lower portion of the back is known as lumbar spondylitis. There are certain factors which can cause lumbar spondylitis such as aging, injury, slippage of vertebra, chemical and biological changes which cause the deterioration of the… [Read More]

Bladder infections are caused by infections of the urinary tract and many people suffer from it. This infection is more common in women as compared to men, due to anatomical differences. The common symptom of bladder infection is the constant urge to urinate and sometimes there is this pain just above the pubic bone which… [Read More]