What is postherpetic neuralgia? A form of nerve damage, postherpetic neuralgia is a complication that stems from the shingles outbreak. The activation of the herpes varicella-zoster virus causes shingles. This is the same virus that causes chickenpox. When a person recovers from chickenpox, the zoster virus remains in a dormant state inside the nervous system. But few years down the line, this virus can get activated leading to shingles. In a few cases, even when shingles is treated some people might experience a persistent pain for months, and this condition is identified by postherpetic neuralgia. Postherpetic neuralgia primarily affects the skin and the nerve fibers, and at times can be excruciating to deal with. Usually, patients with this condition experience a burning or sharp sensation in the nerves. Symptoms of postherpetic neuralgia The most prominent symptom of postherpetic neuralgia is the constant nerve pain in the area where shingles had occurred. This sort of pain usually lasts for three months or longer. Additional symptoms may include A powerful itchy feeling which arises in the area previously affected by shingles. Heightened sensitivity to nerve pains. For instance, even a gentle contact with clothing could aggravate the discomfort. Numbness, which is quite uncommon, but is observed in a few cases.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition where the person suffers from pain all over the body. Also known as fibrositis, it is a medical disorder that causes the whole body to ache and is characterized by musculoskeletal pain along with fatigue. There are certain tender points all over the body for people with fibromyalgia and such points hurt if you put pressure on them. The tender points include back, neck, hips, shoulders, arms, and legs. Fibromyalgia is accompanied by memory, mood, sleep, and fatigue disorders. Researchers are of the opinion that women are prone to fibromyalgia more than men. The causes of the disease are still unknown, but the diagnosis can be made by observing the symptoms. It has become a common disorder in today’s world. Pain, being the primary complaint of the condition can be managed with appropriate medications and treatments. Let us discuss them to know about the pain relief for fibromyalgia. Know the causes for an effective treatment The reasons for the disease are not known yet. However, after much research, it is said that there might be a certain number of reasons that can cause a person to have fibromyalgia, although it can occur without a specific cause as well.

Preterm labor is a very serious complication in pregnancy because the labor begins prior to the 37 week’s gestation period. There are various signs of preterm labor which women usually ignore because they think that these are just temporary sensations. However, women experiencing the signs of preterm labor must visit the doctor to get themselves checked to avoid complications. It is very difficult for babies to survive who are born at just 23 weeks or less. The chances of survival increase if the baby is born at 25 weeks or above, but such babies are more susceptible to long-term difficulties. Several organ systems mature in the normal fetus between 34 and 37 weeks. So the babies born before that period have health risks. The lungs are the last organs to develop, and that is why doctors provide extra medication to women who have to face preterm delivery in order to increase the lung size of the baby and help it to survive. To the avoid premature birth of your baby, you should pay heed to the signs of preterm labor that your body repeatedly gives you. Early detection of signs can help you to avoid premature delivery and give your baby a better chance of survival.

Colitis is a condition which indicates inflammation of your colon. Normally cases of colitis can be very acute or can be chronic, for prolonged periods of time. The common area of inflammation for this condition is in the inner lining of the colon which can be caused due to some reasons: Certain bowel related diseases may be the cause of colitis, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Collagen levels in white blood cells, when exceeded the normal limit in the colon, can lead to this condition. Limited or reduced blood supply to the colon due to a condition called ischemia. Any common infection which develops symptoms of colitis. Any allergic reaction due to consuming dairy-based products. Understanding the causes is important, but it is imperative to know the symptoms of colitis to get proper, timely treatment. Symptoms of colitis will depend on the type of colitis you are suffering from. Common symptoms of colitis Pain in the joint areas or your rectum since colitis mainly affects the colon. Intermittent pain in the abdomen, muscle cramps or tenderness. Gastrointestinal problems like the leaking of stool, urgent need to defecate, or the opposite being the inability to move your bowels, diarrhea, bloating of your stomach, blood in stool among many other noticeable signs.

There are individual membranes which cover the brain and spinal cord, and these are known as meninges. Inflammation of these meninges gives rise to a condition known as meningitis. Although there is no particular age for the occurrence of meningitis, it is more predominant in people who are living in close quarters like school kids packed in a classroom, college students, and people sharing dorm rooms, among others. Different types of bacteria and viruses are the leading cause of meningitis, but this condition is often linked to any illness you might have suffered. This infection is very easy to pass on to someone since living or working nearby is all that it takes for the infection to start spreading. Meningitis mainly is of two types: bacterial meningitis and viral meningitis. Bacterial meningitis is a rare condition but can be severe and sometimes even life-threatening if not treated. It is advisable to treat meningitis infection at the first onsight of symptoms to avoid any complications further down the line. Viral meningitis, however, is not so rare and also not that severe a condition. In fact, common viruses which cause a cold, diarrhea, and the flu are the ones which also cause viral meningitis.

When the plantar fascia (a band of tissue running underneath the sole of the foot) thickens, it is termed as “Plantar Fasciitis” The reason behind the thickening can be a recent injury or damage, or can be an accumulation of smaller injuries over the years. Initial Treatment with Identification of Causes of Plantar Fasciitis In order to understand the methods for treatment of Plantar Fasciitis, it is imperative to first understand the triggers and causes of the condition so that the same may be stopped as an immediate measure of treatment and prevention of further damage. There can be various factors that contribute to plantar fasciitis. These must be avoided at all costs in order to effectively treat the condition. This condition is more common in woman, while men can also get a plantar fasciitis. Common causes include: Being overweight Taking up a new form of exercise or suddenly increasing the intensity of one’s exercise. Standing on your feet for many continuous hours each day Medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus (systemic lupus) can because of plantar fasciitis Wearing high-heeled shoes, and shifting suddenly to flat shoes Wearing shoes that are worn out with weak arch supports and thin soles Having flat feet or an unusually high arch Having legs of uneven lengths or an abnormal walk or foot position Having tight Achilles tendons, or ‘heel cords’ What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis?

Spiders do not feed on humans, neither are they blood-sucking creatures. Spider bites are quite uncommon, and in fact, most spider species’ fangs don’t have the capability to pierce through human skin. A spider usually won’t bite a human, if not felt trapped or surprised. It only bites a human in defense. Putting your hand in a place like under the table, shoe or box may surprise the arthropod and cause it to bite. Spiders may also attack in the event that they are trapped. For example, in a coat that has been hanging in the wardrobe for quite a while. Are all spider bites venomous? Spiders are arthropods that utilize venom to kill their prey. Thus, all spiders are venomous. Luckily, spider venom is ineffective when it comes larger preys like humans. The venom of a large number of the spiders that bite individuals does nothing more than a normal insect bite. Still, there are a handful of spider species whose venoms are strong enough to hurt people. Among these species, the two most common species are widow spiders and recluse spiders. However, bites from these spiders in the country are uncommon…. How to identify a spider bite There are certain spider species like a brown recluse, black widow, sac spider,etc.

Fibromyalgia is a case that is characterized by pain and pressure all over the body. The disability is not completely arthritis, but it is considered as a similar condition. Fibromyalgia affects the tissues and joints by causing severe pain to them. If you are experiencing severe pain in your joint areas, you could be suffering from the symptoms of this disorder. Fibromyalgia Causes Research shows that more women suffer from fibromyalgia disability than men due to their body structure and type. Hormonal changes because of the menstruation cycle have important roles to play as well. The cause of fibromyalgia disability is a topic of research for many. However, there are certain observed causes that are recorded over a period of time. Your nervous system performs in a particular way for the efficient functioning of your body. However, due to certain chemical changes, the working of your nervous system can get affected and lead to a lack of blood flow to some necessary parts causing pain in those areas. The second observed cause is the fact that fibromyalgia disability is genetic. So, if you have fibromyalgia running in your genes, you can get it in its full-fledged form. Fibromyalgia is common with increased sensitivity.

Dry eye condition, the medical name for which keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a prolonged syndrome that is very common today. Its primary causes are the absence of the required lubrication and wetness in the eye. This dry eye syndrome ends up causing swelling and damaging of the front portion of the eye. Identifying the causes of dry eye symptoms is really important because dry eyes is not as rare as one would believe it to be. It is actually one of the biggest causes behind frequent checkups to the ophthalmologist. In fact, it has come to the notice of the public, thanks to a poll on the internet, that 48% of the adult population of the country has frequent eye problems, the roots of which can be traced to dry eye condition. Yet another poll from a few years ago has made us aware of the fact that more than 26 million people in the country are suffering from this syndrome. Additionally, it has also been noted that this number is bound to reach approximately 30 million in the coming years. Accompanying research has revealed that Americans who are aged 50 and above suffer from a more dire case of this dry eye syndrome.

Onychomycosis, also known as tinea unguium or nail fungus, is a problem most people face sometime in their lives. This is a fungal infection that takes place in the fingernails or toe nails. Nail fungus causes swelling, inflammation, thickening, yellowing and crumbling of the nail. While nail fungus isn’t that painful, there are some cases where it can be so. Causes of Nail Fungus Nail Fungus is caused primarily due to a fungal infection. However, here are a few other factors that cause nail fungus. Abnormal pH levels of your skin can cause nail fungus since fungi and certain bacteria tend to thrive under abnormal pH levels. A weakened immune system is another cause of the development of nail fungus. The most common cause of nail fungus is constant and prolonged exposure to moist environments. This includes wet or sweaty socks, poor hygiene, not wiping your feet after washing them, or when your feet get sweaty. Fungi thrive in moist and warm environments, so exposure to such environments will cause the fungus to grow. Sometimes, contact with another person who has nail fungus can be a factor as well. Fungal infections can spread easily. So if you’ve used a pair of socks or shoes that belong to a person who’s already suffering from it, then there’s a high chance that you’d also have gotten infected.

Shoulder pain is a common problem faced by most of the people these days. Shoulder pain can be caused by different problems and need different treatments according to the diagnosis done by the doctor. We need to understand why one is having a shoulder pain, the origin of it, and then decide the treatment. There are various symptoms and conditions which will help in the diagnosis of shoulder pain. The doctor will have to examine the upper extremity of the body to get the exact cause of the pain. Some of them are listed below: Location of pain Timing of pain Mobility of the shoulder Strength of the muscles around the shoulder Instability and popping out Popping clicking and snapping off the shoulder Causes of shoulder pain There can be various causes of shoulder pain. Some of them are listed below: Bursitis/rotator cuff tendonitis-This is the most common diagnosis and the cause of shoulder pain in the rotator cuff. Rotator cuff tear- When rotator cuff tears apart, the tendons of the rotator cuff separate from the bone this condition may require a surgery to heal. Frozen shoulder- When there is stiffness in the joints of the shoulder it leads to frozen shoulder.