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Epistaxis

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EPISTAXIS OR NOSEBLEED Epistaxis also called acute hemorrhage or nose bleed is a medical condition in which bleeding occurs from the nasal cavity of the nostril. TYPE OF EPISTAXIS : Nosebleed or epistaxis can be classified according to their site of origination as anterior and posterior. 1- Anterior nosebleed is common and does not require medical attention. 2- Posterior nosebleed is rare and requires immediate medical care. CAUSE Of EPISTAXIS : The major factors that cause epistaxis or nose bleeding are broadly categorized under local (fracture due to a sharp blow, or nose-picking, etc.) and general factors. Nosebleed generally starts from just inside the entrance of the nostril, on the middle harder part of nasal septum. Blood vessels of this region being fragile, rupture easily and begin to bleed. The factors causing nosebleed possibly are: ⏺Structural or anatomical deformities like hereditary hemorrhage. ⏺Nasal sprays and prolonged usage of nasal steroids (particular...

Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Introduction . Rheumatoid Arthritis is an auto-immune disease that causes inflammation of the joints. This inflammation is chronic in nature and does not subside on its own. It causes destruction of the joint tissue. Age - Above 40yrs Sex - More in female Symptoms 1. The joints become swollen and red. 2. There is pain in the joints. 3. Stiffness in joints which is more in the morning or after rest for some time. 4. There may be fever in some patients which persists for a long time. Causes Although the exact reason is still unknown. An auto-immune disease. What is auto-immune. When the immune system of the body starts giving an abnormal response. The immunity of the body is meant to defend the body from external harmful agents. Such agents may be infectious like bacteria or virus or any microbe. In some cases, the immune system of the body starts attacking one’s own body instead of defending it. The immunity of the body attacks the joints and the synovial membrane...

Travel Kit

Homeopathic Emergency Travel Kit ☑Here are a list of remedies that you should always have in your kit. Remember this is NOT a complete list of remedies and there are Homeopathic Pharmacies that have their own kits that they recommend. I support all of them. You may have remedies that have worked well for you that you would always want to have in your own kit.  Be creative.  Aconite 200c - For any emergency where there is a shock or sudden event. This could be from a car accident to getting bad news to falling down. Always remember Aconite  Arnica 200c – The first remedy to think of in trauma of any sort but especially contussions and injuries from sprains and strains.  Arsenicum Album 30c – For acute food poisoning and most influenza.  Apis Mellifica 200c – For acute allergic reactions or anaphylactic shock. Insect bites and swellings that are hot and red.  Belladonna 200c – Great for head injuries, sunstroke, fever.  Bellis Perennis 30c - Injury to...

Appendicitis

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* Definition :-* Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that projects from your colon on the lower right side of your abdomen. The appendix doesn't seem to have a specific purpose. Appendicitis causes pain in your lower right abdomen. However, in most people, pain begins around the navel and then moves. As inflammation worsens, appendicitis pain typically increases and eventually becomes severe. * Causes :-* A blockage in the lining of the appendix that results in infection is the likely cause of appendicitis. The bacteria multiply rapidly, causing the appendix to become inflamed, swollen and filled with pus. If not treated promptly, the appendix can rupture. * Symptoms :-* *Signs and symptoms of appendicitis may include: - Sudden pain that begins on the right side of the lower abdomen - Sudden pain that begins around your navel and often shifts to your lower right abdomen - Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring...