Anthrax. Smallpox. Plague. Diseases that can kill. Diseases that are now in the hands of terrorists. What if these diseases were released in your hometown, or the place where you work? What could you do if vaccines and treatments were in short supply or unavailable? Is there anything you can do now to prepare yourself and improve your chances of…
Tag: Infection
Asthma And Sinusitis Awareness
Today, asthma and sinusitis are increasing in frequency and morbidity. When a person has asthma, the patients and his family’s cooperation are very important. Parents must keep an eye on the complex treatment that includes pills, inhalers and exercises. If there is poor medical service, asthma and sinusitis are likely to get worse. Asthmatic children have higher risk of getting…
Chlamydia Is Killing Your Child
A recent study has given infertile men new hope of successfully conceiving a child with their partners. The culprit may just be a silent bacterial infection called chlamydia lurking within their bodies. According to Spanish researchers, chlamydia can damage sperm quality, thus causing infertility in men. They presented their findings at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine conference, based on…
Toxic Shock Syndrome Symptoms
Many people incorrectly believe that TSS only affects women, when in fact it can affect anyone – men, women and children. TSS has occurred in all races, although most cases have been reported from North America and Europe. What Is Toxic Shock Syndrome? There are actually two different types of this condition. Toxic shock syndrome, which is caused by Staphylococcus…
The Risks Associated With Getting A Tattoo
While many tattoos are given with success, there are some that do not have such a happy outcome. There are risks of getting a tattoo that cannot be discounted. Among them, the risk of contracting a disease from unsanitary equipment. In addition, a tattoo recipient may be subject to a skin infection if the tattoo is not properly cleaned and…
What Is An Internal Eye Sty
An internal sty causes a red, painful swelling, but its location prevents the pus from appearing on the eyelid. A stye develops rapidly, producing an elevated, painful, red, swollen area on the eyelid. Most chalazia develop further from the eyelid edge than styes. A sty is a bacterial infection that appears as a small bump along the edge of the…
Jock Itch A Groin Problem
The other name for Jock Itch is Tinea Cruris. This is an embarrassing infection to reveal. It is a skin infection which mainly develops around groin due to the ideal environment it provides. The groin becomes the perfect area for the growth of the fungus as it is warm, moist and humid. Therefore increased amount of sweating, wearing wet clothes…
Candida Yeast Infection Symptoms Explained
A Candida yeast infection can display the following symptoms: What’s your Reaction? Love Love 0 Smile Smile 0 Haha Haha 0 Sad Sad 0 Star Star 0 Weary Weary 0 0 Shares Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Gmail Linkedin × Share this post! Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Gmail Linkedin Pinterest Messenger Reddit Telegram Tumblr VKontakte Email
Problems During Urination Needs Attention
Women face painful urination mostly during pregnancy. This could be due to urinary tract infection, vaginal infection or other sexually transmitted disease. Painful urination is also called dysuria and if caused due to common reasons then it can be easily treated. The chances of urinary tract infection increases with increase in age and if a person is sexually active. If…
Save Yourself From The Terrible Ear Infection
Ear infections and earaches are common illnesses that plague just about 10 million Americans a year. They can cause immense pain that make it tough on you to concentrate and complete tasks. So what can be done to get rid of ear infections and earaches? Better yet, what can you do to prevent ear infections and earaches before they become…