Ailments & Conditions

What Is a Stye and Chalazia? A stye, also known as a hordeolum, usually forms on the outside of the lower or upper eyelid. It occurs when an oil-producing gland in the eyelid is infected. The main cause of this...

Testicular Lump A lump in one or even both testicles is the most common sign of testicular cancer. It is often known as malignant neoplasm in the testes. This growth can be often found during sexual intercourse, a routine testicular...

Overview of Fibromyalgia Diagnosis Fibromyalgia is a chronic disease characterized by fatigue, tenderness, and pain in different parts of the body. It can be challenging for most doctors to diagnose this condition. Currently, no imaging techniques or lab tests are...

Hormonal Changes Hormonal changes are one of the most common causes of vestibular migraine and other types of migraine. They often happen during hormone therapy or menstruation. More specifically, scientists have found that estrogen is the main hormone linked to...

Reduce Carbohydrates Consumption Consuming fewer carbohydrates may reduce the number of blood sugar spikes, thus lowering A1C levels. To achieve this goal, you should measure your levels of blood sugar after eating carb-containing foods and then determine which products have...

What Is an A1C Test? An A1C test is a type of blood test that measures the level of hemoglobin A1C in the blood. Hemoglobin plays an important role in red blood cells, which transport oxygen and nutrients to other...

What Is Pannus? Most joints in the human body are covered by a delicate, thin layer of lining. When this layer is inflamed, it leads to an abnormal tissue growth called pannus. This growth may develop uncontrollably and cover the...

What Is H. Pylori Bacteria? Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori) has coexisted with humans for hundreds of years, and it is a type of bacteria most often found in the linings of the stomach and duodenum. The helical bacterium can cause...

Lymph System and Lymph Nodes As a part of the immune system, the lymph system is a process of carrying lymph fluid to lymph nodes via lymph vessels. Instead of circulating in a closed loop like blood vessels, it flows...

Arthritis Diagnosis Self-Test People may look for typical symptoms of arthritis to diagnose this condition at home. Some warning signs include warmth, redness, reduced range of motion, swelling, stiffness, or joint pain. In fact, most people often associate their joint pain...