Grave’s disease
Graves’ Disease Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disease that can lead to hyperthyroidism or an overactive thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located on the front of the neck. Thyroid hormones control growth, metabolism, and many other bodily functions. Signs and Symptoms of Graves’ Disease Rapid heartbeat Weight loss Increased appetite Frequent …
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is cancer affecting the prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut-shaped gland in males that produces seminal fluid helpful in the nourishment and transportation of sperm. The most common prostate cancer in males is prostatic adenocarcinoma. Less common types of prostate cancer include small cell carcinoma, transitional cell carcinoma, neuroendocrine tumours, and sarcomas. …
Cancers
Cancers are a group of conditions where abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and can invade nearby tissues. It can occur in various parts of the body, often leading to serious health issues. In this article, we aim to provide information on the causes of cancers, some types of cancers, and available treatments. What are Cancers? Cancers …
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is a life-threatening condition characterized by uncontrolled cell growth in the lungs, often linked to smoking and environmental factors. Lungs are spongy organs located in the chest region that help in respiration. Lung cancer is mainly classified into two types: small-cell lung cancer and non-small-cell lung cancer. The majority of lung cancer cases, …
Peptic Ulcers
Introduction Peptic ulcers occur due to the erosion of the mucous lining in the stomach or duodenum, which allows gastric acid and digestive enzymes to seep and erode the inner lining of the stomach and duodenum. Common types of peptic ulcers include: Gastric ulcer: It occurs within the lining of the stomach. Duodenal ulcer: It …
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer in which the cells of the colon and rectum grow out of control. The colon is a long tube of the large intestine that carries digested food to the rectum, situated at the lower part of the large intestine.Colorectal cancer develops when there are changes in the genetic …
Breast Cancer
The breast consists of three major components: lobules, ducts, and connective tissue. Lobules are milk-secreting glands, ducts are milk-transporting tubes to the nipple, and connective tissues, made up of fibrous and fatty tissue, surround and hold everything together.Breast cancer is a condition in which the breast cells grow and divide uncontrollably, forming a mass of …
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Introduction Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits without detectable structural abnormalities. Signs and Symptoms of IBS Abdominal pain usually in the lower half of the abdomen Bloating Excess gas Change in the bowel movements Diarrhea or constipation Mucus in the stool Causes of …
Blood Cancers
Blood cancers, also known as hematologic cancers, start in the bone marrow, the soft, sponge-like structure in the centre of the bones, where blood cells are produced. These occur when the growth of blood cells within the bone marrow goes out of control, interfering with the normal functioning of blood cells such as fighting infections, …
