An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs when a region of the aorta in the abdomen has swollen or bulged into a small-sized balloon if weakened. The condition will not trigger any issues but if it ruptures, it can be life-threatening. If an individual is diagnosed with aneurysm, the doctor might suggest close monitoring. What are the […]
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Bile peritonitis is a form of inflammation in the peritoneum caused by the seepage of bile into the peritoneal cavity. Possible causes of the leakage of bile into the peritoneal cavity include gallbladder perforation, biliary trauma and perforation by peptic ulcer. Indications of bile peritonitis Abdominal pain – most common symptom Appetite loss Fatigue Vomiting
Diverticulitis involves the formation of pouches in the colon wall that become infected or inflamed. This condition can cause intense pain. Doctors are not certain what causes the formation of these pouches but it is believed that a diet low in fiber has a role. The lack of fiber in the diet causes the colon
Vasculitis is an autoimmune disorder which results to inflammation of the blood vessels. There are various forms of vasculitis and most involve a variety of organs in the body. Even though there is no remedy for the condition, treatment is available and often results to remission. Close look on vasculitis Vasculitis involves inflammation of the
Leptospirosis is a potentially serious condition triggered by the Leptospira bacteria. The condition occurs in several wild and domestic animals including dogs and rats. Some animals serve as carriers and pass on the bacteria in their urine. Humans acquire these infections directly from infected animals or indirectly via soil or water contaminated by urine from
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Cardiac tamponade is characterized as pressure on the heart by fluid or blood that builds up in the 2-layered sac surrounding the heart (pericardium). This condition disrupts the ability of the heart to pump blood. During this condition, blood or fluid accumulates in between the 2 layers of the pericardium which tightly compresses the heart.
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Coffee ground vomitus appears similar to coffee grounds. This is likely to occur due to the presence of coagulated blood in the vomit. It is important to note that the color of the vomited blood varies depending on how long the blood was present in the GI tract. If there was a delay in vomiting,
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Amebiasis is a parasitic infection affecting the intestines. This condition is caused by the protozoan Entamoeba histolytica. The indications of amebiasis include abdominal cramping, loose stool and stomach pain. In some cases, an individual with the infection will not experience any significant symptoms. Potential risk factors Amebiasis is quite prevalent in tropical countries with poor
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An ischemic stroke is a form of stroke that occurs due to the lack of blood supply to the brain. This is different from a hemorrhagic stroke which is triggered by bleeding in the brain. Most cases are considered as ischemic strokes while some have both hemorrhagic and ischemic characteristics. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FR1TsKLoDI Remember that ischemia can
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Mucositis is a health issue marked by inflammation and pain of the mucous layer in the body. The mucous membrane is the soft tissue layer that lines the digestive tract from the mouth up to the anus. Main types of mucositis Oral – can cause the development of mouth ulcers along with pain or difficulty
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