Health

Introduction Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health disorder characterized by compulsive behavior and uncontrollable obsessions. Understanding how OCD works and what causes OCD to get worse is the…

Introduction The term "airflow obstruction" refers to the obstruction or narrowing of the airways that compromise ventilation. An obstruction may partially or totally prevent air from getting into your lungs.…

Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term inflammatory lung condition characterized by a persistent cough and shortness of breath. While smoking is responsible for 85-90% of COPD cases,…

A burning sensation, quick trips to the restroom, or simply a little dribble? Introduction: Bladder control problems cause the bladder to leak urine without your awareness. These issues are four…

Overview Birth control is also popularly called contraception. It refers to using devices, pills, or surgery to prevent pregnancy. Birth control is of various types. It can be reversible or…

Introduction - Is asthma a disability? Is asthma a disability? Asthma is a chronic illness that affects more than 8.3% of Americans and can lead to breathlessness, coughing, and wheezing.…

About Asthma With the changing seasons, the risk of catching seasonal illnesses becomes high. Seasonal asthma is a type of allergic asthma where an individual experiences asthma flare-ups due to…

Introduction The rare condition known as "Autoimmune Enteropathy" (AIE) is brought on when the intestinal lining becomes inflamed or irritated as a result of the body's immune system attacking itself.…

Overview Sound mental health is essential at every step of life, from childhood to adulthood. It affects how we feel, think and act by affecting our emotional, physical, psychological, and…

Introduction: How to Fight Seasonal Depression? - Seasonal depression is a type of depression majorly known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It is often called "winter depression" because the symptoms…