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Bulged Disc Bulged Disc is also known as herniated disk or protruding disc. It is the problem of vertebrae and occurs in the cervical spine (neck), Thoracic spine (mid and upper back) and lumbar spine (lower back). In our vertebrae there are gel filled discs that acts as shock absorbers and supports spinal movements. When due to injury or age factors Bulged Disc out into the spinal canal, is termed as dick bulge. Disc can bulge towards the either right or left side of body which results in the pain, weakness and numbness in arms or legs. Symptoms Of Bulged Disc Pain in arms and legs - If Bulged Disc in the lower back, there is the intense pain in buttocks, thigh ,calf and pain may spread upto feet. Bulged Disc in the neck area results in the intense pain in shoulders and arms. This pain may also run into arms or legs during coughing and sneezing. Numbness - Numbness or tingling may also occur in the body parts by affected nerves. Weakness - Affected nerves results i...

Dandruff It feels embarrassing when oily, white flakes of dead skin are spotted on your hair and shoulders. Yes we are talking about the dandruff which means scaly and itchy scalp. This problem is common in the people of all age groups (children, adults, mid aged and old people). Mostly dandruff problem gets worsen in winters. Even, small babies are not escaped from this problem, there is a type of dandruff called as cradle cap occurs in the babies which results in a crusty scalp. Moreover cradle cap is not a serious problem and resolves its own with time when baby is 3 years old. Dandruff is a common scalp problem which is due to flaking of skin on scalp. But this is not a serious problem and can be controlled easily. Dandruff is mainly due to malassezia which is fat eating fungus. Minor cases of dandruff can be resolved by daily shampooing. But in persistent cases medicated shampoos and doctor's advice are mandatory. When To Visit A Doctor? Most of the time dandru...

Dementia is a progressive and chronic syndrome involving decline in cognitive functions (i.e. the ability to process thought) which is not to be considered as symptom of normal ageing. It causes impairment of intellectual functioning that includes loss in memory, thinking, orientation, comprehension, calculation, learning capacity, language, and judgment but does not affect the Consciousness. The impairment in cognitive function is usually accompanied, and occasionally followed, by deterioration in emotional control, social behavior, or motivation. The probability of Dementia increases with age. It interferes with social or occupational functioning and even creating problem for care givers and family which makes it a kind of dependency for older. Causes It is more frequent with increasing age. All dementias are caused by degeneration of nerve cells in brain, the nerve cells die more quickly than in case of normal ageing. SOME CASES OF DEMENTIA ARE REVERSIBLE:- These medic...

Depression Depression is a mood disorder which causes loss of interest and a feeling of sadness in a person. The disorder is also known as clinical depression or major depressive disorder. It affects mood, thinking, feeling as well as the behavior of an affected person. A person may have trouble in doing his daily activities. What Are The Causes Of Depression? The exact cause of this disorder is not known, but there are some factors that may cause this disorder. THE FACTORS ARE LISTED BELOW: A person with depression may have a different physical appearance. Stress is the major reason for the same disorder. Change in the functioning of neurotransmitters is also responsible for the same. Neurotransmitters are associated with the functioning of the brain. Hormonal changes in the body may also cause depression. A person having a family history of this disorder is also at high risk of getting this disorder. Certain medications can be the reason for the same. Serious he...

Dermatitis Dermatitis is condition characterized by inflammation of the skin with an itchy rash on swollen, reddened skin and in some cases blistering may occur, having various causes and occurs in many forms. Rashes can be mild or severe. Dermatitis is a common condition that's not contagious or dangerous, but it can cause uneasiness and make the patient self-conscious. Dermatitis can be Acute or Chronic or may be both. Some Types Of Dermatitis Atopic dermatitis:  causes the skin to itch, scale, swell, and sometimes blister is predominantly there in children; inherited in Families and is often associated with allergies, asthma and stress. Contact dermatitis:  The skin develops a pink or red rash, which usually itches. Causes may be irritant or allergic conditions commonly it includes chemical irritants like detergents, soaps, some synthetic fibers, nail polish remover, anti-perspirants, and formaldehyde and some plants like chrysanthemums, daffodils...

Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetic neuropathy consists of two words diabetes + neuropathy. Neuropathy means dysfunction of the one or more peripheral nerves. Diabetic neuropathy means the neuropathy caused due to the high sugar level in the body. It mainly affects the nerves of foot and legs. It is one of the major complication of the diabetes. What Are The Different Types Of Diabetic Neuropathy? THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DIABETIC NEUROPATHY ARE: 1. PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY:  It is the most common type of diabetic neuropathy. It affects the legs and foot first, and then it slowly affects the arms and hands. SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY ARE AS FOLLOWS: Numbness and tingling sensation. Burning sensation. Severe pain and cramps. Loss of balance and coordination. Muscle weakness. Foot problems like ulcers, sores and severe deformities. 2. AUTONOMIC NEUROPATHY:  Autonomic neuropathy occurs when there is a damage to the nerves that manages the day to day fu...

DIVERTICULITIS There is a famous quote if wealth is lost nothing is lost, but if health is lost something is lost. In 21 century we have all the luxuries in our life styles but we are lacking in good health. Health complications are at peak these days. Even we are not aware about many diseases. What is diverticulitis? If you have nausea, fever, bloating, loss of appetite, pain in the lower left side of abdomen then you may be sufferer of diverticulitis. Here we are discussing various aspect of this problem. DIVERTICULITIS Diverticula are bulging pouches that can develop in lower part of large intestine (colon).These diverticula are usually formed after age of 40. Diverticulitis occurs when these bulging pouches get infected or inflamed. Mild cases of diverticulitis can be treated with healthy diet and proper rest but in severe cases doctor's advice is necessary. COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH DIVERTICULITIS Bleeding –  It has been observed that 15% of people who are ...