Canine blood disorders are classified into two forms genetic (or co genetic) while other is acquired through some pathological factors such as viruses, tumors, bacteria etc. Just like humans, canine blood also has many parts like blood cells, plasma and platelets. Deficiency or defect in any of these can lead to a form of blood disorder, which can be life threatening in some ways. Following are some disorders that you should be aware of : Anemia One of the common blood disorder, anemia occurs due to reduced blood circulation in a part or the whole body. There are different causes of anemia. It could be due to parasitic infestation or due to excessive bleeding. Based on these conditions there are 2 types of anemia regenerative and non-regenerative anemia. The former is caused due to excessive bleeding due to massive destruction of blood tissues. This condition can be recovered through medications and even blood transfusions. Non-regenerative anemia results in permanent defect in the blood. It is either caused by severe damage of blood cells or due to factors like cancer, defects in bone marrow. This defect is usually seen in spaniels and can be very expensive to treat. Coagulation disorder this type of blood disorder is usually seen in puppies.

Concussions, skull fractures, scalp wounds, or any injury to the brain, skull, or scalp can be referred to as head injury. While the severity of a head injury can range from a mild bump to a traumatic brain injury, it is essential that you diagnose the type of injury promptly before carrying out the treatment. Head injuries can either be open or closed. An open or penetrating head injury enters the brain by breaking the skull. While a significant injury may not bleed, a minor one may cause excessive bleeding. A trained healthcare professional can quickly gauge the severity of an injury and prescribe appropriate treatment. Different types of head injuries show different head injury symptoms. Here are some head injury symptoms that have been discussed in detail. Head injury symptoms in case of hematoma A hematoma is a major head injury that is characterized by blood clotting outside the blood vessels. When the damage occurs in the brain, the clotting may cause pressure within the skull. Head injury symptoms experienced in Hematoma include losing consciousness that could result in irreversible brain damage. Head injury symptoms in hemorrhage Hemorrhage is a type of head injury that causes uncontrolled bleeding. Head injury symptoms that are triggered by a hemorrhage include frequent headaches, a general feeling of nausea, and vomiting.

Trauma is a profoundly distressing event for an individual, as it comprises life-altering situations like serious accidents, the discovery of a terminal disease, loss of a loved one, violent attacks, abduction, natural or human-made disasters, etc. Following traumatic events, an individual can react in several different ways. Feelings of fear, anger, guilt, melancholia, loneliness, etc. are quite common. They can often be accompanied by physical symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, nausea, trembling, headaches, loss of appetite, etc. Naturally, the healing process after a traumatic event takes a lot of patience and time. Therefore, you should seek professional help to cope with the challenges. Apart from medical intervention, these are some tips which can benefit you or your loved one to bounce back from their ordeals. Acceptance Start by acknowledging the incident and give yourself the time to grieve. Often bottling up feelings can make things worse and stop you from moving ahead. So instead of wondering why and how it happened, focus on the fact that it did and then figure out how you want to manage it. Seek support Recovering from trauma alone can be extremely confusing, so communicate with your family and friends. This will unburden your mind and help you gain support and perspective to get back on track.

Dentures are crafted using substances like resin, porcelain, acrylic and even metal sometimes. These molars are affixed in removable plates to complete the set which will consist of both top and bottom plates, proving to be a costly surgical treatment. Not all dental insurance plans will cover the cost of these dentures, which is why it is a good idea to read the fine print. Dentures in a day are classified according to their construction: Basic dentures: The biggest advantage of having basic dentures made is its cost. For a single plate with all teeth, the cost will be $300 to $500 and double the cost for both upper and lower plates. But there are a number of cons of basic dentures in a day since they come with a limited warranty and are of substandard quality which ultimately affects its durability. Mid-range denture kits: These come with a good warranty and customized fit as compared to basic dentures. Mid-range dentures will cost anywhere between $500 to $1500 for a single plate and double for the entire upper and lower kit. The warranty can range from 1 to 2 years depending on the product. Premium denture kits: Want the best denture set, be prepared to shell out anywhere between $4000 to $8000 for a full kit.

Most of us experience dizziness at some point in our lives. Dizziness is a feeling where you feel lightheaded, unsteady, and somewhat disoriented. In some dizziness can lead to fainting. While many feel dizziness to be an actual disease, the truth is that it is only a symptom of an underlying problem. Usually, dizziness can stem from a variety of reasons like head injuries, vision-related issues, anemia, neurological disorders, allergies, low blood pressure, anxiety issues, and the like. While dizziness must be taken seriously, often it is caused due to bodily changes. For instance, many people complain of being dizzy when stressed, after rigorous exercise, because of dehydration, or due to hormonal changes. One of the most common reasons of dizziness also includes motion sickness. Therefore, it is important to identify the primary cause of dizziness. If you are confident that your dizziness is due to minor issues like motion sickness, read on. Here’s how to cure dizziness in three natural ways. Practice deep breathing In cases when dizziness stems out of issues like stress and anxiety, practicing deep breathing is one of the best ways to cure dizziness. Deep breathing helps provide a good amount of oxygen to the brain that in turn relaxes the nervous system and reduces dizziness significantly.

TBI, also known as a Traumatic Brain Injury could be caused by a blow or hit to the head or a hit to the body where even the head and the brain get affected and move back and forth rapidly. Concussion is what happens as a result when the brain moves rapidly in the skull. This also creates chemical changes in the brain at times and can lead to brain cell damage. Though medically concussions are known to be common and harmless, there could be serious effects. Causes of a concussion are not completely inevitable as they are also external, but one can always take precautions. Our brain is cushioned by cerebrospinal fluid inside the skull to protect it from jolts and bumps. This cushioning is great for protecting the brain from day to day head bumps that are common, but when there is a bump or a blow that is more intense than the regular and harmless bumps, the skull cannot provide 100% protection at that time and it causes the brain to move inside the skull concussion. When there is a sudden movement and head gets involved in that extremely sudden movement, it could cause concussion to happen.

Trauma, specifically psychological trauma is a type of damage to the brain that occurs due to a distressing event. It often results in an overwhelming amount of stress, which exceeds one’s ability to cope with it. According to subjective experiences trauma differs in individuals. This might be because of different people react to similar events differently. Here are the types to trauma that you should be aware of Child maltreatment The types of trauma that come under child maltreatment include: Neglect It occurs when a parent or a caregiver does not provide take care of the child’s need according to his or her age. Neglect includes failure to provide food, clothing, medical care, mental health treatment, education and proper supervision. This leads to child being exposed to dangerous environments, which adds to the trauma. Sexual abuse one of the most serious type of trauma, sexual abuse includes a wide range of forced sexual behavior that occurs between a child and an adult. Genital exposure, pressure for sex or sexual exploitation through pornography are also counted as forms of sexual abuse. Psychological maltreatment Acts that result in cognitive and mental disturbance are counted as psychological maltreatment. Emotional abuse towards the child’s academic performance that leads to negative self-image also leads to disturbed behavior.

Distal spinal muscular atrophy type 1 is an ailment that has no permanent cure. It is an inherited condition that begins in infancy and is characterized by muscle weakness that ultimately results in respiratory failure. Distal spinal muscular atrophy type 1 is often diagnosed between the ages of six weeks and six months; the child diagnosed with this condition, unfortunately, doesn’t survive for more than two years owing to the respiratory issues it faces. This condition arises when the child inherits two copies of a broken gene from each parent, and this broken gene acts as a hindrance in allowing the body to create proteins, without which the cells controlling the muscles die. Children diagnosed with distal spinal muscular atrophy are often at risk of developing further complications, and the very fact that the condition doesn’t have positive prognosis is indicative of its severity. As mentioned earlier, distal spinal muscular atrophy type 1 cannot be cured. However, certain steps can be taken to ensure that the child diagnosed won’t face a lot of predicament. Choose the best for your child You have to come to terms with the fact that your child would not be leading a normal life like other children, and would require constant medical attention.

Neuromuscular disorders have affected millions in the country. This disease causes the muscles and nerves to degenerate. These muscles and nerves are responsible for controlling the movement and sensations in the body. The neuromuscular disorders have symptoms that vary widely. Some neuromuscular diseases can be a genetic disorder. There are several symptoms of neuromuscular disorders that can be used to identify the condition. Some symptoms include pain, weakness, muscle cramps, numbness, difficulty in breathing, muscle atrophy, droopy eyelids, balancing issues, paralysis, joint deformities, limb pain, movement problems, loss of muscular control and lightheadedness. Some common neuromuscular diseases include Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), autonomic dysfunction, muscular dystrophies (MD), myasthenia gravis (MG), and peripheral neuropathies (PN). Treatments for neuromuscular disorders have been under study for many years; the treatment of neuromuscular disorders is dependent on the patient’s specific diagnosis and needs. Improving the symptoms and lengthening the mobility is the goal of the treatment for this condition. Some treatments for neuromuscular disorders are mentioned below: Nerve blocks Botox for headaches and neck pains Joint Injections Nerve stimulation for pain and other conditions Cortisone injections Therapy Not all neuromuscular disorders can be cured. However, treatments and therapies can be undertaken by the patients to control and relieve the symptoms as that helps in improving the quality of life.

Bumps are naturally present on the tongue, as evidenced by pictures seen online. These bumps help in sensing the taste and temperature of the food we eat and are quite minuscule in size, giving the tongue its rough texture. Problems arise when the bumps become enlarged. This may happen due to accidental biting or scalding of the tongue. If you look at tongue bumps pictures online, you will notice that these appear like tongue pimples. Allergic reaction to food or mouth-care products can also cause swelling of the tongue bumps. Viral infections, STDs, canker sores, and oral cancer are other plausible causes of enlarged tongue bumps. In such severe cases, tongue bumps appear like blisters, as evidenced from tongue bumps pictures that are available online. Enlarged tongue bumps heal on their own in a few days when they are caused due to injury or allergic reactions. Home treatments can be done to speed up the healing process. However, in case enlarged tongue bumps occur as a symptom of a serious health condition, medical intervention will be required. Tongue bumps occurring due to less severe cases, as opposed to those seen online, can be treated with the following home remedies: Gargling with salt water A salt water gargle is one of the most effective ways of treating tongue bumps occurring due to allergies or injuries.

If you want to start with the best low-carb diet plan, you will notice that it is easier to plan the full meals, where veggies and meat are great options. However, it is the middle meal or the snack that poses a problem. You should avoid fried and junk snack options, but at the same time, you should have a small meal at regular intervals, including three low-carb meals. Here are 10 best low-carb snacks that you can include in your diet plan from across the internet. Avocado crisps – Mix avocado with some salt, cheese, and seasonings. Make small balls of this mixture and then flat them out. Bake this batch until desired. And there goes a perfect, healthy snack for you to have between meals. Cheesy Jalapeno mushroom bites – In case you are fond of hot and spicy flavors, this recipe is for you. The mushrooms and jalapenos are filled with a mix of cheese and seasonings and then baked. In case you want to make it a full meal, toss in bite-sized pieces of chicken or turkey. Crispy parmesan tomato chips – If you are a tomato fan, this recipe is for you. First, you’ll need to cut thick slices of big tomatoes.