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A health condition in which swelling and irritation of the saclike tissues around the heart happens is called pericarditis. This heart’s tissue is called pericardium. When this disease occurs it provokes sharp chest pain. Such chest pain is provoked by inflamed layers of the pericardium that begin to rub against each other. In most cases, […]

Each person has unique personalities that consist of a combination of different traits. These traits affect understanding and relating to the situations around them and how a person sees him/ herself. In normal circumstances, a person’s personality helps to adapt to different environmental changes that lead to a healthy relationship with other people and better-overcoming […]

A health condition in which the esophagus tissue (the lining of the esophagus) becomes ticker and red or very similar to intestine tissue is called Barrett’s Esophagus. Healthcare providers think this condition occurs due to acid reflux. The esophagus is a tubular organ that carries food from the mouth to the stomach and is part […]

This is a cancer that usually appears on the skin parts that are exposed to the sun for long periods. It is normal to feel concerned if you are diagnosed with this cancer type but early diagnosis and treatment can cure it. Moreover, it is considered the least risky skin cancer type. The first symptoms […]

This is a health condition in which a part or completely is blocked small or large intestine. It is known as bowel obstruction or intestinal obstruction. When the condition happens it becomes difficult to pass gas or have bowel movements. In such cases, a person experiences swollen belly and stomach pain. Sometimes people think that […]

A heart disease that commonly is caused by stressful experiences and extreme emotions is known as broken heart syndrome. Serious physical conditions or surgery also can provoke this condition. Mostly, it occurs temporarily and goes away on its own. However, some people may continue to notice symptoms and feel not good even after their heart […]

This is a psychological eating disorder in which people are eating large amounts of food consecutively. It occurs because they cannot control their eating and after that try inappropriate ways to lose weight. These include enemas, fasting, vomiting, diuretics and laxatives misuse, compulsive exercising, and others. This health condition is known as bulimia or bulimia […]

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a brain condition that leads to dementia. It occurs quite rarely and belongs to a group of animal and human diseases known as prion disorders. The CJD symptoms often are similar to those of Alzheimer’s disease. The only difference is that CJD worsens faster and leads to death. The first time […]

Inflammation of the brain tissue is known as encephalitis and it can be quite serious. Moreover, it provokes seizures, weakness, personality changes, and others. The symptoms appear depending on the part of the brain that is affected. Approximately 10-15 in every 100,000 people experience this brain condition in the U.S. Furthermore, older adults, children, and […]

A heart condition in which one or more valves do not work correctly is called heart valve disease. The heart contains four valves that work together to maintain blood flow through the heart in the right direction. If at least one of them does not open or close, it may change how blood flows through […]