Teeth Grinding in Children Teeth grinding in children are growing to be one of the most annoying problems of parents. It is really irritating to hear your child grinding their teeth while you attempt to sleep peacefully in the evening. The least they can do is to cover their ears with the pillow and hope that it is part of the biological cycle their child is experiencing. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Teeth grinding or bruxism is an annoyance and must be properly addressed for it to stop. Teeth Grinding Causes Dentists believe that teeth grinding is caused by stress, but in case of little children they associate it with [...]
Does Hydrogen Peroxide Whiten Teeth
by on 31. Jan, 2012 in Dental Health
Hydrogen Peroxide and Teeth Whitening Teeth whitening are one of the most popular forms of cosmetic dentistry. It is readily available and can conveniently be bought in many stores. However, issues with regards to the use of hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide in teeth whitening products have been closely studied by various organizations. Below is a list of what they have to say in reference to the use of these chemicals. What is Hydrogen Peroxide? Hydrogen peroxide is a colorless liquid with a molecular weight of 34.0 which is often combined with phosphoric or mineral acid, pyrophosphate salts and stannate for it to become an effective whitening ingredient. It is [...]
Crigler Najjar Syndrome
by on 20. Jan, 2012 in Syndromes
What is Crigler–Najjar syndrome? Crigler Najjar Syndrome or CNS is a rare type of disorder that affects bilirubin metabolism. Bilirubin is a chemical that is produced as a byproduct of heme catabolism. Crigler Najjar Syndrome gives rise to a form of inherited non-hemolytic jaundice resulting in the production of large quantities of un-conjugated bilirubin. The syndrome frequently causes cerebral damage in infants. Crigler Najjar Syndrome has two types, type I and type II. The Crigler Najjar Syndrome, type II is sometimes referred to as Arias syndrome. Crigler Najjar syndrome, type I This rare disease is an autosomal recessive disorder and it affects around 6 to 10 people in per 10 [...]
Blocked Nose
by on 13. Jan, 2012 in Ear, Nose and Throat
What is Blocked nose? Blockage of the nasal cavity is the universal problem. People from all over the world suffer from the blockage of nose in minimum twice a year. Blocked nose or nasal stuffiness is one of the oldest problems that human beings are confronted with. Reaction of people against it has always been different as for some people it is only a nuisance and for others it has always been a source of discomfort. Any how whatever the reaction of the people may be towards it, it is undeniable that this blockage of nose has always been very disturbing as it creates difficulty in breathing. Nose is a [...]
Coagulopathy
by on 12. Jan, 2012 in Diseases and Conditions
Coagulopathy Definition Coagulopathy is commonly referred to as hemorrhage or clotting disorder. It is any deficiency in the human blood system responsible for coagulation that results to a disposition towards very slow or rapid coagulation process. In some instances, coagulopathy can show up with an increased hemorrhage or a propensity towards thrombosis. Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (Consumptive Coagulopathy) Disseminated intravascular coagulation is a serious blood disorder in which the proteins that control the blood clotting mechanism become over active. Normally after an injury, the blood clotting proteins are activated and form a clot to stop the bleeding. In case of consumptive coagulopathy or disseminated intravascular coagulopathy disorder or DIS, the over [...]
Tinnitus
by on 22. Nov, 2011 in Ear, Nose and Throat
Can you hear a low buzzing sound when all other noises have died down at night? Do you have problems going to sleep due to a constant ringing sound that you seem to hear? If you do, you are probably suffering from a condition called Tinnitus. Know all about Tinnitus, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is a disease that is marked by the perception of sound without the presence of an actual source of sound. In other words, this condition causes sufferers to hear noises even in the absence of a sound source. Tinnitus ear disease is a rare condition that is becoming very common [...]
Torn Meniscus
by on 21. Jun, 2011 in Diseases and Conditions
Torn Meniscus The knee joint has a fibrocartilaginous crescent-shaped structure that serves to distribute the weight of the body uniformly across the three bones that compose the knee joint namely the tibia (shin bone), femur (thigh bone) and the patella (knee cap). This structure is called the meniscus and aside from providing stability, it also acts as a spacer between the knee bones allowing them to move effectively without resulting to any damage. There are two menisci in each knee between the surfaces of the articular cartilage: the medial meniscus (at the inner section) and the lateral meniscus (at the outer section). These structures also act as shock absorbers during [...]
Scabies
by on 21. Jun, 2011 in Diseases and Conditions
Definition An infestation by a tiny, eight-legged burrowing mite known as Sarcoptes scabies is called scabies. The scabies mite burrows into the skin and lays eggs which leads towards tiny blisters and bumps. This does not stop at this but causes intense itching in its existing area and the urge to scratch reaches at peak during night. The mite that causes scabies is invisible to the naked eye but can be seen with the help of microscope or magnifying glass. Scabies is contagious in nature and can spread itself quickly through the close physical contact of the healthy person with the infected one.
Acute and Chronic Pyelonephritis
by on 13. Jun, 2011 in Diseases and Conditions
Pyelonephritis The kidneys are bean-shaped structures in the abdominal cavity that are roughly the size of a human fist. They are one of the most important excretory organs of the body. These renal structures are located at the paravertebral gutter, lying at a retriperitoneal position. The basic unit of this excretory organ is the nephrons – responsible for filtering blood and removing the body’s waste products. These renal structures are complex reprocessing structures that filter approximately 190 liters of blood and process 2 liters of metabolic wastes and excess water per day. The surplus water and wastes would become urine that is stored in the bladder until released through urination. [...]
Rectal Prolapse
by on 01. Jun, 2011 in Diseases and Conditions
What is Rectal Prolapse? This is a condition occurring when the rectum which is the lowest intestinal section, loses internal support and slips outside the body. Symptoms are many and this condition occurs in older adults – normally women and in some cases in young children. Rectal prolapse in infants may be a sign of cystic fibrosis. Rectal Prolapse Symptoms Symptoms of rectal prolapse include some of the following: Constipation Cystic fibrosis Fecal incontinence Feeling a bulge or protrusion thru the anus Anal bleeding The major symptom is a reddish colored mass that can stick out from the anal opening, especially following bowel movements. The lining of the rectal tissue [...]
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