Vitamin B12 is a vitamin responsible for the normal physiology of the brain, the nervous system as well as blood formation. It is also called as cobalamin which is a water soluble vitamin that is involved in cellular metabolism, fatty acid synthesis and even energy production. When a patient has vitamin b12 deficiency, it is most likely linked with pernicious anemia, an autoimmune disease that destroys the parietal cells. These cells are found in the stomach that secretes intrinsic factor, which is vital in digestion. This kind of anemia cannot be cured but it can be treated and lifespan is prolonged especially if the problem is not treated right away. [...]
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Yeast Infection Home Remedy
by on 08. Dec, 2010 in General Health
Yeast infection happens mainly on women but there are also cases wherein men experience such. These are fungal infections wherein Candida Albicans are themost common. Medically, it is referred to as candidiasis and it can be an oral thrush or vaginitis. In men, yeast infection can also happen and like women, the usual location is at the genital organs. This condition can be life-threatening when foreseen and not taken cared of right way. And apart from the medical treatment, home remedies for yeast infections are also helpful. Picture 1 – Yeast Infection Source – beliefnet Yeast infection can be transmitted especially when having an intercourse. In women, it can happen [...]
Cartilage (Ear) Piercing Information
by on 28. Jul, 2010 in General Health
Ear or cartilage piercings are amongst the oldest rage acquired by youngsters worldwide. Almost every one especially teenagers till individuals of both the gender in the age up to 30 are keen to get pierced so as to look trendy and happening. Guys are catching up faster than girls in getting ear cartilage piercing. However, they need to be very particular to ensure the overall look comes out well. People are no longer restricting to just one cartilage pierce on their ear lobes but a many along the cartilage portion of external ears to sport a unique fashion statement. It is more of a gesture to depict your individual fashion [...]
Food Poisoning – Diagnosis And Treatment
by on 08. Mar, 2010 in General Health
Food Poisoning Treatment Food poisoning may appear due to intake of contaminated food in solid or liquid form. This is a common illness all over the world and not specific to particular region or part of the world. Usually, this is mild in its nature. But may cause serious illness. Depends upon the food poison’s influence on the gastrointestinal tract it is presented with abdominal discomfort, fever, chills, nausea, voimiting, diarrhea, watery stool with blood and mucus. Consequences may be very mild or even fatal. This may affect individuals or group who take the contaminated food. Normally, the symptoms appear immediately after taking the contaminated food and the symptoms take [...]
Food Poisoning
by on 19. Feb, 2010 in General Health
Food Poisoning Causes Food poisoning is one of the very common illnesses. It is mild for most people but sometimes become severe and even deadly for some people. Therefore it is important to be aware of the causes of food poisoning to maintain a healthy and a secure life. The important cause of food poisoning could be the consumption of contaminated food or water. As all the food items contain small amount of bacteria, improper handling and storage and even improper cooking can lead to the multiplication of bacteria in large number. This will cause food poisoning very easily. Moreover if the food items for which the expiration date has [...]
Chemotherapy – An Overview
by on 10. Apr, 2009 in General Health
The type of treatment focuses on the anti-cancer (cytotoxic) drugs, for destroying the cancerous cells including lymphoma and leukaemia, is called Chemotherapy. It can be used as an isolated treatment for some types of cancers or as a mixture with other cancer treatments like radiotherapy, surgery, hormonal therapy or biological therapies. The Reasons of Giving Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is suggested widely to treat some kinds of cancer, especially which can metastasize in other parts, because it invades all the cancerous cells present in the whole body. While other treatments only focus on the cancer cells at specific areas. It may be given to shrink a cancer so that in the second [...]
Health Benefits of Aerobics Exercises
by on 31. Dec, 2008 in General Health
Aerobics are exercises which involve vigorous movements, such as cycling, swimming and walking. Exercises are very important to lead a healthy and balanced life style. One can keep himself fit and fine if follow a specific exercise routine. Staying inactive and stale makes you dumb and lazy. Moreover, many health problems arise if one adopts a lazy life style. Specially if you are habitual of taking heavy diet and eating junk food, following an exercise schedule is a must for you. And if you want to make the most of it, you must opt for aerobics exercises. Studies and researches have figured out several heath benefits that can be achieved. [...]
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