Excessive daytime sleepiness
why am I always sleepy? You know these days when you’re not productive at all and all you want to do is sleep, we’ve all been there. Feeling sleepy all day is also known as excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). That is, you can’t resist the urge of laying in bed and swimming in dreams in […]
Hypothyroidism
What is hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism means underactive thyroid gland that lacks the ability to grant the body vital hormones. In fact, the decrease in secretion of thyroid hormones into the blood stream causes a slow metabolism. Therefore, a hypothyroid patient will suffer from fatigue, weight gain, and difficulty coping with low temperature. Although such symptoms are […]
Allergy
What is allergy and what is an allergic reaction? Humans rely heavily on their immune systems to keep them healthy and to protect them from infections and microbial invasions. However, allergy is when the immune system causes immune overreactions and inflammatory responses which often result in hypersensitivity reactions. In fact, such hypersensitivity is exerted towards […]
DNA-based medicine
According to a major report, our technology is now capable of creating DNA-based medicine, ushering in a new age in medicine. In fact, matching DNA to people’s genomic code, known as pharmacogenomics, can save people from drug ineffectiveness or death. An assessment of your genetic profile can rule out drugs effectiveness in your body, according […]
The solution to drug-resistant infections
A study suggests a new antibiotic could have the potential to be the solution to drug-resistant infections or superbugs. In fact, this approach can save millions of people worldwide. Without doubt, the UK scientists never fail to bring new findings that shape the medical development and enhancement. Using the molecule teixobactin, researchers developed updated versions […]
Bronchitis
What is bronchitis? The term “bronchitis” refers to an infection of the bronchial tubes, also known as airways or bronchi. In fact, the infection leads to inflammation and irritation of the bronchi. To clarify, this disease is behind coughing thick and discolored mucus. While acute bronchitis usually result from a viral infection, chronic bronchitis majorly […]
A hope to locked-in patients
With the assistance of an implant, a hope to locked-in patients is now at hand. In fact, this implant allows patients to control a keyboard with their mind. In other words, a patient who is completely locked in can type out words and simple sentences to his family including what he needs or want to […]
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is the result of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection to the lungs. In fact, the most common pulmonary manifestation of tuberculosis is pulmonary disease. Nevertheless, tuberculosis can manifest itself in many ways. As a whole, respiratory, gastrointestinal, lymphoreticular, central nervous, musculoskeletal, and reproductive systems are the targets of this bacteria, as well as the liver […]
Down syndrome
John Langdon Down, an English physician, identified Down syndrome in 1866. It was not until nearly 100 years later, in Paris, that Dr. Jerome Lejeune established the link between Down syndrome and chromosome 21. What is down syndrome? The most common type of chromosomal abnormality in humans is due to the presence of a third […]
Alternative medicine advantages and disadvantages
What is alternative medicine? Alternative medicine is a term that describes scientific, clinical, and medical treatments which substitute traditional treatment procedures. In fact, some people refer to it as complementary medication. Alternative medicine consists of several remedies with various benefits that current medication methods simply can’t achieve. On the other hand, alternative medicine practices are […]