2010 August
Schwannoma tumor
A schwannoma tumor is a tumor made of Schwann cells; Schwann cells make up the myelin sheath (or covering) of nerve cells. In more cases than not, they are benign, meaning noncancerous, but there are instances of malignant schwannomas that do cause cancer. Actually, this is so rare that only about 1% become malignant. Schwannoma [...]
Hemochromatosis
When the body absorbs too much iron from the foods that are eaten, hemochromatosis occurs. The body basically experiences iron overload because it cannot break the iron down very well, so too much is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract; there are various reasons that can cause too much iron to be absorbed, but this is [...]
Pulled muscle treatment
Pulled muscles (often referred to as a 'strained muscle') can occur for a variety of reasons. Usually when a muscle gets overstretched it will cause a small tear in the muscle. This is the basics to how lifting weights and building muscles works as it is a matter of tearing the muscle and letting it [...]
Hyperparathyroidism symptoms
Hyperparathyroidism is a parathyroid gland condition that is caused when an excess of the parathyroid hormone is being produced. The result of hyperparathyroidism is an extremely high amount of calcium in your blood and a variety of serious health effects. This is often caused by at least one of the parathyroid glands becoming enlarged and [...]
Healthy filling foods
When trying to lose weight you have to modify your diet severely in order to see great results. While changing your main meals is very important, it is also important to change what type of snacks and filler foods you are eating. Most people with weight problems are likely eating junk food and various unhealthy [...]
Acid reflux causes
Acid reflux refers to heartburn, which is a result of blood or food not being digested properly. Blood could back up in the heart valve if there is a problem with the valve. This may occur if foods travel towards your mouth after they already reach your stomach. Acid reflux is a condition that anyone [...]
Bone cancer symptoms
Bone cancer is a condition that consists of a tumor (neopalstic growth) on the bone. It is undoubtedly one of the most sever and painful types of cancer that can occur in humans. Bone cancer is experienced as a malignant growth and it is very commonly found in younger children and adolescents. While it can [...]
Trichinosis treatment
Trichinosis occurs as a result of a parasite colonizing in animal bodies. It is most common in pigs and wild animals. The parasite is called trichina roundworm and it leads to the trichinella infection. This is a very rare and serious medical condition. It used to be more common before the proper safety measures were [...]
Vanadyl sulfate
Vanadyl sulfate is a compound of vanadium. Vanadium is a trace mineral that is found in various fish and vegetables. It is often praised as the best source of vanadium due to the high stability of the compound. Vanadyl sulfate is sometimes found in dietary supplements and medications. Vanadyl sulfate offers the same effects that [...]
Blocked arteries symptoms
While most people look into heart attack symptoms, many do not know about the symptoms of a blocked artery. This is a condition which is just as serious as a heart attack as it is life threatening and can lead to other possibly fatal health issues as well. If you want to prevent a blocked [...]
