What is atherosclerosis? Causes, symptoms and treatments
Atherosclerosis is a disease caused by narrowing and hardening of the blood vessels due to the accumulation of plaques in...
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Angiography (Angiogram): Preparation, procedure, results and risks
Angiography is an examination of blood vessels under X-rays using a kind of medical dye. It is performed by physicians...
Stinging nettle and nettle tea: Uses, benefits and side effects
Stinging nettle is a flowering plant that gives you an uncomfortable sense of itchiness upon touch and has been used...
Hyperthyroidism (toxic goiter), is a serious health problem caused by the above-normal levels of thyroid hormones which control the metabolic rate.
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Neutrophil is a type of white blood cells, an important part of the immune system. They are produced in bone marrow and fight against bacteria and fungi.
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Heparin is an anticoagulant medication used to prevent blood clot formation, and for the treatment of cardiac, pulmonary and circulatory disorders.
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Cortisol is the main steroid hormone responsible for managing stress. It is secreted as a natural-protective response when our body detects a threat.
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Graves’ disease (toxic diffuse goiter) is an autoimmune disease causing excessive thyroid hormone release from thyroid gland - hyperthyroidism.
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Inflammation is the defense method used by the body to eliminate germs, harmful substances, foreign particles, dead cells and tissues.
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Glaucoma is a very serious condition that causes damage to the eye’s optical nerve and lead to blindness due to the increased pressure inside the eye.
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Iodine is a chemical element which our body cannot produce but procure from foods, and it is necessary for thyroid hormone production.
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Laryngeal cancer is a type of cancer affecting the vocal cords that is especially common in men. The most important cause is tobacco and alcohol use.
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Zinc is an essential mineral that is naturally present in some foods. Zinc deficiency causes major health risks, therefore, it is recommended by doctors.
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