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Conjugated linoleic acid represents a collective term for a group of geometric and positional isomers of linoleic acid that contain a conjugated double bond system instead of isolated double bonds. Since its discovery as an anticarcinogenic factor, it has attracted a fair amount of attention and has been reported to have different beneficial effects in health-related disorders. In the early […]
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Few side effects occur when chelating agents are administered for approved indications using the recommended dosage and route of administration. Research has been conducted to test claims that chelating agents are useful alternative therapies in the treatment of disorders such as heart disease and autism. However, no such evidence supporting their use for these condition has yet been found and […]
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Cardiogenic shock is a medical emergency that needs to be treated before irreversible damage is caused to the vital organs such as the brain, lungs and kidneys. Diagnosing cardiogenic shock involves checking the patient for signs and symptoms of shock as well as performing tests to find out what is causing the shock. Diagnosis An outline of how cardiogenic shock […]
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Delirium is a sudden state of severe mental confusion that can occur as a result of illness, surgery or with the use of some medications. This clinical syndrome can be difficult to define precisely, but it involves abnormalities in awareness, perception and thought. Also called “acute confusional state,” delirium usually starts suddenly and can be frightening for the person experiencing […]
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Tuberculosis is a highly contagious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tuberculosis), which is believed to be present in the nature for at least 15,000 years. Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a pathogenic bacterial species in the family Mycobacteriaceae and the causative agent of most cases of tuberculosis – Illustration Credit: Tatiana Shepeleva / Shutterstock Tuberculosis has been known to […]
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Ghrelin is an important hormone that plays a vital role in hunger and satiety. There are several diseases that have been linked to fluctuating levels of ghrelin and some of these include: Obesity – Among obese and overweight individuals, the blood ghrelin levels are lower compared to among those with a normal body weight. Ghrelin levels increase before meals and […]
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Cutaneous larva migrans is a creeping skin eruption with a serpentine single-track rash. Most common in those who live in or visit the tropical and subtropical areas of the world, it is caused by a helminthic infestation. This parasitic skin disease is due to direct contact with the larva of the hookworm (Ancylostoma species), which has its definitive host in […]
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When a patient is suspected to have vaginitis, it is essential that a correct diagnosis is made to ensure the optimal treatment is carried out. There are several different types of vaginitis and each is associated with a unique treatment; if the wrong diagnosis is made the vaginitis symptoms may worsen. Indicative Symptoms Although the symptoms of vaginitis can vary […]
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Bell's palsy is the most common cause of acute unilateral facial paralysis, accounting for approximately 60-75% of such cases. The right side is generally affected more often, i.e. 63% of the time. Although bilateral facial paralysis can also occur, the occurrence rate is less than 1% when compared to unilateral Bell's palsy, and it accounts for 23% of all conditions […]
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All living organisms utilize oxygen to metabolize and use the dietary nutrients in order to produce energy for survival. Oxygen thus is a vital component for living. Oxygen meditates chemical reactions that metabolize fats, proteins, and carbohydrates to produce energy. Dark side of oxygen While oxygen is one of the most essential components for living, it is also a double […]
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