Diabetes mellitus, often called type-2 diabetes, is a metabolic disorder. It is a condition where you experience a high blood sugar level for a prolonged period. Diabetes sets in when there is a problem with the secretion of insulin. Insulin is released by the pancreas (an organ located behind the stomach), which helps you metabolize sugar and fat in your food. Diabetes is caused when: The pancreas doesn’t produce insulin The pancreas doesn’t provide enough insulin The cells of your body don’t respond appropriately to insulin There are three types of diabetes- Type 1 Diabetes: In this case, the beta cells responsible for the production of insulin in the pancreas are destroyed by your immune system. The glucose in your food doesn’t get metabolized, resulting in a high blood sugar level. Type-2 Diabetes: This is caused when the body doesn’t respond to the insulin it produces—a condition also known as insulin resistance. Gestational Diabetes: This form of diabetes occurs when pregnant women develop a high blood sugar level. Type-2 Diabetes This type of diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar level, insulin resistance and relative lack of insulin. It is commonly seen in people who lack adequate exercise, and people prone to obesity.

Hepatitis C is a viral disease affecting the largest organ in the body, the liver. It is the most common blood-borne disease in the country. It is also a major reason for a kidney transplant in the western world. Hepatitis transmits through Injectable Drug Use (IDU) and sharing of needles. The hepatitis C virus survives at room temperature for about three weeks. The malignancy ranges from acute to becoming chronic in 80% of the cases. It is a silent killer as people do not realize they are affected by the virus. So, they often unknowingly pass on the infection to others. Early diagnosis can prevent chronic infection. The symptoms of hepatitis C coincide with final stage liver problems. Chronic hepatitis C over a span of 20 years leads to cirrhosis. Identifying the signs The symptoms of hepatitis C are invisible, so it’s called a silent epidemic. The patient isn’t aware that he or she is affected by the virus. Acute hepatitis C is left undiagnosed due to the absence of symptoms. The onset of early symptoms of hepatitis C is 4 to 15 weeks. When the symptoms of hepatitis C occur, you cannot distinguish it from normal viral infections. Abdominal discomfort, nausea, fever, and fatigue are common symptoms of hepatitis C infection.

Sinusitis is a condition in which the tissue lining the sinuses gets inflamed or swollen. Usually, healthy sinuses fill up with air; however, when they get blocked by fluids, this causes germs to grow in the area. This, in turn, causes a severe infection. There are two types of sinusitis—chronic and acute sinusitis. Acute sinusitis is the condition where the symptoms are present for a maximum of four weeks. The reason behind this type of sinusitis is bacterial growth in the sinuses. Chronic sinusitis is a condition where it persists for more than three months. Certain types of bacteria also is one of the sinus causes. Read on to find more about sinus causes, symptoms, and treatment. Symptoms Usually, the symptoms of sinusitis in adults follow after a cold. It does not get better even after 5 to 7 days, and sometimes, it even gets worse. The symptoms of chronic sinusitis are similar to acute sinusitis. They are just a little milder and can last as long as 11 to 12 weeks, and sometimes even more than that. The list of symptoms of sinusitis has been mentioned here. A headache and fever A cough that gets worse at night Fatigue and the feeling of being sick Bad breath Inability to smell things Pain behind the eyes Toothache Face becoming tender than usual Post nasal drip and sore throat The symptoms of sinusitis in children vary from the infection in adults.

A common sickness that we all experience from our childhood are coughs and colds. Most of the time, they’re allergy induced. Allergies tend to fade away with age, but if it doesn’t, then you’ll need some special care. What is a sore throat allergy? A sore throat is a part of a cold and cough. Sore throat allergies are common ailments that we suffer from. As a child, it’s common to be given lozenges to pacify sore throat allergies. It gave you temporary relief. However, with age, sore throat allergies tend to ail you for weeks. Physicians suggest that if you can find the reason for your allergies, you can fight a sore throat allergy. Causes of sore throat allergies One of the prime causes of sore throat allergies is a post nasal drip. What is a post nasal drip? How is it responsible for sore throat allergies? The nose is inhabited by a sticky, moist substance called mucus. The mucus lining is responsible for keeping the nasal channel moist. It also helps fight bacteria, virus, and allergies. It is often observed that you tend to swallow some mucus unconsciously. This feeling of swallowing the mucus is called post nasal drip.

Kidneys play an integral part in the smooth functioning of our body. Besides being the sole organ responsible for the proper functioning of other organs, having healthy kidneys ensures a better quality of life. Healthy kidney diet plans are full of rich vitamins, minerals, and other chemical compounds all in the right doses. Healthy kidneys prevent adrenal fatigue, improve productivity, and lead to better performance. Kidneys are also responsible for creating energy, sexual health, and ensuring their proper functionality can fast-track the quality of life. Foods That Are Good for Your Kidney In terms of a kidney-effective diet, incorporating certain groups of fruits and vegetables can ensure the effective functioning and maintenance of kidneys. All healthy kidney diet plans include some of the following fruits and vegetables to a certain degree of measure: Red bell peppers Low in potassium and plain delicious, red bell peppers are excellent sources of vitamins A, C, B6, folic acid, and fiber. They contain a chemical compound known as lycopene which is an antioxidant that shields people from cancers. You can eat red bell peppers raw, in the form of sandwiches, mix them as part of tuna or chicken salads. Cabbage One of nature’s best green leafy vegetables, the cabbage is rich in phytochemicals which are chemical compounds found in fruits and vegetables responsible for the breakage of free radicals before they do damage.

Are you suffering from constant pain in your hip that increases when you try to walk or run? Is it prolonging for some time now? Is it getting worse and is the pain spreading down your leg? If the answers to all these questions are positive, then you may be suffering from hip bursitis. Hip bursitis, also called trochanteric ursitis, is a condition where the bursa gets inflamed. Bursa is a small sack of fluids between your tendon and bone that helps prevent friction. It’s the inflammation of this sac that causes severe pain in your hip. Before you learn about the reliefs for hip bursitis, you must know the presence of bursa in your hip. By knowing that, you will able to target the muscles during your exercise accordingly. There are mainly four types of the bursa in your hips and they are: Trochanteric bursa Located between the greater trochanter and the attachments of the gluteal muscles, at the outside of the hip. Gluteus medius bursa Located between the gluteus medius muscle and the greater trochanter, just at the middle of the trochanteric bursa. It is comparatively smaller. Iliopsoas bursa Located between the iliopsoas muscle and the underlying bone at the front of the hip joint.

Patients who are diabetic usually have abnormal blood sugar levels. Their levels are either higher than expected or lower than required. The quantity of glucose (sugar) that is found in the blood tends to fluctuate throughout day and night. So how can you keep the diabetes blood sugar levels normal? These levels change depending upon the quantity, quality and time of your meals. It also depends on the amount of physical activity you do throughout the day. In the U.S, the blood sugar is normally measured in milligrams of glucose per deciliter of blood (mg/dl). There is also a long-term glucose test called a hemoglobin A1c, HbA1c, or just A1C. This test gives your average reading over the last 2–3 months. HbA1c is expressed as a percentage. Here are the normal numbers for someone without diabetes. Fasting blood sugar level- under 100 mg/dl. Before-meal – 70–99 mg/dl. Postprandial sugars (two hours after meals) – less than 140 mg/dl. HbA1c – below 5.7%. Diabetes might be diagnosed if your blood sugar levels are abnormal for instance: If two of your blood sugar level tests have come out to be more than 126 mg/dL If your random blood glucose test is more than 200 mg/dL If you have taken a two-hour oral test and your results are over 200 mg/dL If your A1c test results are greater or equal to 6.5 percent.

A hernia occurs when an organ of your body bulges out through an opening in the tissue or muscle holding it in place. This is most common in the abdominal area, where the intestine breaks through the abdominal wall; however, it can also occur in the upper thigh, near the belly button, or also in the groin areas. What are the types of a hernia? There are five main types of a hernia depending on which organ has been affected. Inguinal hernia This occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot on the abdominal wall. This is the most common type of a hernia. Hiatal hernia This occurs when your stomach bulges into your chest through the diaphragm (it separates the organs in your lungs from the organs in your abdomen). Umbilical hernia This type of a hernia only occurs in babies aged six months or less. Their intestines protrude from their abdominal wall near the belly button. Incisional hernia This happens when you have undergone surgery in your abdomen, and your intestine pushes through the scar from your surgery or in the surrounding area that has become weak. Femoral hernia This type of a hernia generally occurs when a fatty tissue or a part of your bowel bulges through your groin into the femoral canal on the upper part of your inner thigh.

Neuropathy is a condition caused by nerve damage, characterized by numbness, weakness, and tingling or stabbing sensations in hands and feet. Even though neuropathy is most commonly caused by diabetes, it may also occur as a result of injury, infection, or exposure to toxic chemicals. Types of neuropathy medications Most neuropathy medications help control pain and inflammation or (in cases where the cause is diabetes) sugar levels in the blood. Popular neuropathy medications include: Painkillers: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs are common neuropathy medications used to reduce inflammation and pain. These drugs are easily available without a prescription. Naproxen is one such drug, which dulls the chemical signals that cause inflammation and pain. Another NSAID that is commonly used is Ibuprofen. It also works on the same principle as Naproxen. Acetaminophen, also known as analgesics, are neuropathy medications designed primarily for pain relief. Tylenol is one such medication that works by manipulating the pain signals to the brain. However, prolonged intake of these medications can lead to liver damage. Exercise caution when using such painkillers. Anti-seizure medications: These medications are usually prescribed to treat epilepsy. However, since they interfere with pain signals, they can have a calming effect on the nerves in case of neuropathy.

Gout is a type of arthritis that tends to attack joints and body parts such as ears, wrists, knuckles, ankles and other small joints. It causes a painful swelling and inflammation in the affected joints. However, it mainly affects the big toe, causing an increased swelling and redness in the area. The causes of gout may include a lack of exercise, high levels of uric acid in the blood, genetics, excessive consumption of meat and alcohol, being overweight, and stress. The deposition of uric acid crystals in the joint causes inflammation which makes joint movements painful. This inflammation induces swelling, making it a distressing ordeal. The elevated level of uric acid also leads to the deposition of crystals in the kidney, which can cause stone formation. Here is a list of best treatments for gout, to help you recover from gout attacks. All of these are home remedies and are easily available. Water What could be better than drinking water! Drinking ample of water not only helps you maintain your body’s metabolism but is also a great solution for various disorders. Drink a lot of water to keep yourself hydrated, and to flush out the excessive uric acid from your system.

What are rashes? Infections and inflammations of your skin are characterized by red, itchy rashes. They can occur on any part of the body. Rashes are accompanied along with bumps and change in color or texture of the skin. Causes of red, itchy rashes Rashes can be a result of fungal, bacterial, or viral infection. If you find the red, itchy rashes not succumbing, visit a doctor immediately. Rashes can be also caused due to the following skin diseases: – Eczema – Psoriasis – Allergies – Insect bites – Excessive sweating in the summers – Contact with poisonous plants – Soaps and detergents containing allergens – Cosmetics and shampoos Home remedies for red, itchy rashes Clay Clay is a very effective treatment for red, itchy rashes. It is used to treat skin diseases causing itching. It also helps to cure insect bites and the sting of bees and wasps. Bentonite and Montmorillonite clay is beneficial in relieving red, itchy rashes. Take a certain amount of green clay and mix it with filtered water. The consistency of the mixture should correspond to peanut butter. Dab the mixture onto a porous cloth like muslin or cotton. Then press the fabric on to the affected area.