Gout is essentially recurrent attacks of acute inflammatory arthritis, which often affects the big toe and, more rarely, other joints such as the knees, heels, fingers, and wrists. It is characterized by a tender, red, swollen joint and onset often occurs during the night due to lower body temperatures. Although there are a number of …
Although everyone’s skin flakes off as skin cells die, dandruff is characterized by unusually large flakes that can be caused by a number of triggers. In addition to the embarrassing effects of dandruff, it can also cause irritation and redness. Although there are a number of treatments for dandruff, there unfortunately is no cure. For …
Acid reflux, also known as gastro-esophageal reflux diseases (GERD), is caused by the process of acid moving from the stomach to the esophagus. It is characterized by symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and trouble swallowing. It can be extremely uncomfortable and even painful. As such, treatment is often a first priority for sufferers. However, although …
Cold sores are more than just aesthetically unappealing; they can also cause major pain in and around your mouth. Such pain can affect the way you eat and your ability to take in fluids, which in turn affects your overall health and can alter your ability to get proper nutrition and hydration over time. Consequently, …
Conjunctivitis, more commonly known as pink eye, is an inflammation of the inner lining of the eyelid. It is a very uncomfortable condition, since the inflammation causes mild to severe itching. Pink eye also looks much worse than it actually is, as it usually prompts anyone infected with it to withdraw from public life until …
