In the United States, approximately 20% of all adults suffered from chronic pain. An additional 8% experienced the kind of pain which limits activities and thus influences the overall quality of life. Women and older adults, it seems, present the highest risk for such health problems.…
Anxiety is something we all have, causing us to protect ourselves from dangerous situations and assess risks with clarity. However, in some people – including children and adults – anxiety is present even when the situation does not require it. It causes one to be permanently on guard, waiting for something bad to happen or avoiding certain situations out of worry or fear.…
Have you ever wondered what each individual’s favorite food is? Since every person is unique, it is expected that what you love to eat might be different from your colleague or friend. There are those who prefer to stay on the healthy side while a lot just eat their hearts out.…
Headaches are among the most common complaints, affecting both adults and children. It has been estimated that 90% of the entire world population has experienced at least a headache at some point. Severe headaches can be accompanied by additional symptoms, such as nausea and sensitivity to light, influencing the overall quality of life.…
The female reproductive system is perhaps one of the most productive compared to the other parts of the body. And with that, there are some diseases which are inevitable. One of which is endometriosis. This occurs when the tissue that lines the uterus also shows up on the other parts such as the Fallopian tubes, ovaries, ligaments, anterior and posterior cul-de-sac, and tissues lining the pelvis.…
The body is such a wonder because it can protect itself from foreign bodies. It has the immune system which is essential for survival. This vast network of tissues and cells is on-call 24/7 checking for viruses, bacteria or even parasites that may threaten the entire body.…
In the world, the incidence of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) has around 10.7 cases per 100,000 people. It is also found to be higher in men aged 55 years and above as compared to women. According to studies, IPF shows a poor prognosis with a mean survival of 2-5 years from the onset of diagnosis.…
There is no single day that a person does not worry. In fact, worrying is part of a normal life. When the time comes that you worry over petty things so much, then it is time to collect yourself and have yourself checked by a medical professional.…
In simple terms, anxiety can be defined as a feeling of worry, often complicated by uncertainty. While everyone will experience anxiety at some point in their lives, when this feeling becomes generalized and affects the quality of life, we are talking about a disorder.…
The chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, often abbreviated COPD, is a complex medical condition, which includes a number of pathological changes. The person in question might suffer from emphysema and chronic bronchitis, as well as from non-reversible asthma.
Facts on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Those who suffer from this condition experience breathing difficulties and have a chronic cough, which often leads to the production of sputum (excessive production of mucus).…