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Heart Failure

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  Heart Failure occurs when the heart muscle does not siphon blood as well as it ought to. Blood constantly backs up and makes liquid development in the lungs ( clog) and in the legs. The liquid development can beget windedness and expanding of the legs and bases. Unfortunate blood sluice might make the skin feel blue (cyanotic).    Heart failure can impact the right or left half of your heart or both contemporaneously. It can be either an acute ( short- term) or habitual ( ongoing) condition.  With violent heart failure, the side goods show up suddenly and still vanish middlingly quickly. This condition can be after a coronary occurrence. It might likewise be an aftereffect of an issue with the heart valves that control the progression of blood in the heart.   With ongoing cardiovascular breakdown, side effects are coherent and do not work on after some time. maximum heart failure cases are ongoing.     The signs of heart failure might incl...

Tooth Plaque

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Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on teeth. Bacteria in plaque produce acids after you eat or drink. These acids can destroy tooth enamel and cause cavities and gingivitis (gum disease). Plaque on the teeth is common. Placing sugary or starchy food in your mouth causes this sticky film to form on your teeth. Flossing and brushing help remove plaque. When plaque is not removed, it hardens into tartar. Tooth loss can be caused by plaque, which can lead to cavities and gingivitis (gum disease). Getting a regular dental checkup prevents tooth decay and gum disease.   Plaque on the teeth is a common problem that can be solved by brushing and flossing daily and visiting your dentist. Antiseptic mouthwashes can also be used to kill bacteria that cause plaque. Plaque can harden and become tartar if you let it stay on your teeth for too long. You may develop gum disease and lose teeth as a result. It is recommended that you brush and floss at least twice a year. ...

Epilepsy

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  Part 2 CLASSIFICATION OF EPILEPSY Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which the brain activity becomes abnormal, resulting in seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and at times loss of awareness. The seizures are generally classified as either focal or generalized , based on how and where the abnormal brain activity occurs. FOCAL SEIZURES - This is referred to the ones that result from abnormal activities in just one area of the brain and are further categorized into 2 sub categories: Focal seizures without a loss of consciousness: Once known as simple partial seizures, these instances don’t cause a loss of consciousness. Instead, they may alter emotions or change the way things look, smell, feel, taste or sound. Some people experience Deja vu. This may also result in involuntary jerking of one body part such as an arm or leg and spontaneous sensory symptoms such as tingling, dizziness and flashing lights. Focal seizures with impaired awareness: It used to be k...

OCULAR ONCOLOGY

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  Ocular oncology is known as Eye Cancer and it is a rare disease. Eye cancer mainly occurs within the eye and on the surface area of the eye. The cells of the eyes get affected and the tear glands also get damaged. Many times it has been observed other body parts’ tumors also spread to the eyes. You can face problems in vision, likewise blurry vision, and sensitivity to light.  SYMPTOMS The following symptoms can be seen,  Hazy vision Loss or reduction of eyesight Floaters (small dots or lines in your vision) Responsiveness to light The pupil's shape has changed (the dark circle in the center of the eye) iris dark spot that is growing (colored part of the eye) Having a red or swollen eye TYPES OF CANCER Retinoblastoma: The cells of the retinas, the light-sensing cells at the back of the eye, are where this uncommon cancer, which is most prevalent in children under the age of five, begins. Because infants and young children often are unable to communicate if they are exp...

Bone Cancer

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  Diagnosis Imaging tests can help determine the location and size of bone tumors, and whether the tumors have spread to other parts of the body. The types of imaging tests recommended depend on your individual signs and symptoms. Tests may include: Bone scan Computerized tomography (CT) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Positron emission tomography (PET) X-ray Needle or surgical biopsies You may be recommended a procedure to remove a sample of tissue (biopsy) from the tumor for laboratory testing. Testing can tell your doctor whether the tissue is cancerous and, if so, what type of cancer you have. It can also reveal whether the tumor cells are growing quickly or slowly. Types of biopsy procedures used to diagnose bone cancer include: Inserting a needle through your skin and into a tumor . During a needle biopsy, your doctor inserts a thin needle through your skin and guides it into the tumor. Your doctor uses the needle to remove small pieces of tissue from the tumor. Surgery to r...

Gastritis

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  Gastritis is a general term for a group of conditions with one thing in common: Inflammation of the lining of the stomach. Gastritis inflammation is almost always the result of infection with the same bacteria that cause most stomach ulcers, or regular use of certain pain relievers. Drinking too much alcohol can also cause gastritis. Symptoms The signs and symptoms of gastritis include: Gnawing or burning ache or pain (indigestion) in your upper abdomen that may become either worse or better with eating Nausea Vomiting A feeling of fullness in your upper abdomen after eating Gastritis doesn't always cause signs and symptoms. Gastritis can occur suddenly (acute gastritis) or develop slowly over time (chronic gastritis). In some cases, gastritis can lead to an increased risk of ulcers and stomach cancer. However, for most people, gastritis is not serious and improves quickly with treatment. when to see a doctor Almost everyone has experienced indigestion or stomach discomfort. Most...