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Kidney Stone Symptoms in Women : Causes of Kidney Stones – Diagnosis And Treatment

Kidney Stone Symptoms in Women : Causes of Kidney Stones – Diagnosis And Treatment

Kidney stones are tiny, hard masses which form inside the kidneys. They are hardened acid salts and minerals which get deposited in the organ. When they form, they may or may not manifest typical kidney stone symptoms.

Food Poisoning – Definition – Causes – Treatment And Difference Between Food Poisoning and Stomach Flu

Food Poisoning – Definition – Causes – Treatment And Difference Between Food Poisoning and Stomach Flu

Food-borne illnesses, more commonly known as food poisoning, is category of diseases that are brought about by eating or consuming contaminated food and drinks. Contaminated food or drink is defined as food and drink, which is infected with pathogenic bacteria, viruses, parasites, toxins or chemicals.

Cloudy Urine During Pregnancy – Causes – When to Worry?

Cloudy Urine During Pregnancy – Causes – When to Worry?

Cloudy urine can mean a number of different things. It can be the result of a number of possible causes – a change in diet, for example, can change the appearance of urine.

Itchy Anus And Rectum – Causes, Prevention, Management And Treatment of Anal Itching

Itchy Anus And Rectum – Causes, Prevention, Management And Treatment of Anal Itching

Itchy anus or anal itching is not only a condition which affects children with parasitic infection. As a matter of fact, it is a common symptom of many diseases which involve both the gastrointestinal and genitourinary system. This means that even older adults may experience this discomfort depending on what the disease the individual has.

Types of Leprosy

Types of Leprosy

Leprosy is an infectious and persistent disease that is usually caused by Mycobacterium leprae contamination. In the past, people recognized it as a mysterious disorder that may be associated with a curse.

Leprosy Treatment

Leprosy Treatment

Leprosy first appeared in ancient times where people who were infected by this chronic disease were seen as pariahs who should be turned away from the town.

Leprosy symptoms

Leprosy symptoms

Leprosy is a type of disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium Leprae, which can have significant damages on the skin. It mostly affects the following areas of the body; eyes, mouth, nose, hands, feet, arms and even the testicles.

Leprosy Prevention

Leprosy Prevention

Leprosy has long been known to be a dreaded disease, with even the Bible talking about how horrible and difficult the situation is.