Newborn jaundice, also known as neonatal jaundice, is a condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes due to high levels of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow pigmented…
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Types, Causes, Symptoms and Risk Ractors
What is IBS? Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a group of symptoms in which abdominal pain is associated with defecation or change in bowel habit. It is also known as mucous colitis, spastic colon,…
Cold Sores: Causes, Symptoms and Risk Factors
Cold sores are also known as Herpes labialis and Fever blisters. Cold sores are red, fluid filled patch of blisters on the lips or around the mouth. They are highly contagious and spread through direct contact….
Cholesterol: Causes and Prevention
What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is an organic molecule, NEEDED by your body to make hormones, vitamins and build cells. It is waxy in nature. In the body it is formed by the liver and the…
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy
Cholestasis of pregnancy is a liver disorder that occurs during pregnancy and is characterized by an accumulation of bile acids in the blood, leading to itching and sometimes jaundice. The itching is usually most…
What is Psoriasis? Causes, Types and Control Measures
Psoriasis is skin disease characterized by the appearance of dry, itchy, red, patches also known as erythematous plaques on the body that mainly affects the scalp, trunk, elbows and knees according to its type….
12 Food Additives to Be Cautious About: What You Need to Know
12 Food Additives to Be Cautious About: What You Need to Know In today’s world of packaged and processed foods, it’s easy to overlook the long list of ingredients on the back of our favorite…
Hives: Types and Causes
Hives also known as Nettle rash and Urticaria, are red, swollen wheals on the skin that itch, burn or sting. It appears in varying sizes from size of a coin to size of a plate,…
Acne Vulgaris: Causes, Symptoms and Risk Factors
Acne vulgaris is a very common skin condition that occurs when your pores get clogged with dead skin cells, and oil causing blackheads or white heads. Vulgaris term means common, acne are also known as…


