Abstract Adequate amount of fluid & electrolyte balance plays a key role in maintaining homeostasis in the body, and it also plays a beneficial role in protecting the normal cellular functions, acid-base balance and tissue perfusion. Electrolytes are one of the major components of the body that helps in sustaining the body’s blood chemistry, muscle action and other processes in…
Cutaneous larva migrans can be stated as a parasitic skin infection developed by hookworm larvae which are known for causing infections in dogs, cats and various other animals. One can get this infection with larvae by walking on sandy beaches without bearing any slippers or walking barefoot. Also, the soil contaminated with animal faeces can cause this infection. Cutaneous larva…
Abstract Blood is one of the important fluids present in the body which helps in transporting oxygen and nutrients throughout the system. Blood is composed of three cells including Red blood cells for carrying oxygen, White blood cells for fighting infection, and Platelets for forming clots after injury which is very important. It is important for the body to maintain…
It can be challenging to know when it’s time to see an acne specialist. You might feel that it’s just acne, so why bother? Or you might think that your acne isn’t serious enough for a doctor who specializes in skin diseases to see you. The reality is that many individuals with acne may benefit from seeing a dermatologist for…
Abstract Gastrointestinal tract is the series of organs that are interlinked with a hollow tube which facilitates the movement of food and water through it. These hollow organs begin with the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine and end up in anus. There are specialized nerves cells (part of ANS) located in the walls of this digestive system that…
Abstract Sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are spread from one person to another. These disease are spread either by sexually intimate (vaginal, oral and anal sex) or sharing needle (in drug abuse) etc. The prevalence of these diseases are becoming very common nowadays. The term sexually transmitted diseases is used to refer to a condition that passes from…
Abstract In Ayurveda our Acharya considers that the health of the person depends on the digestive system as it is the centre of good health. Our food habit defines our health. Ayurveda teaches us how to enhance or how to protect our digestive fire in a proper way as Agni is the key to life. As said by our Acharya’s,…
Abstract Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is a rare, chronic skin disorder marked by the appearance of blistering lesions (fluid-filled blisters) and severe itchiness. In some cases, this itchy blistering skin condition affects a small area of the body, while in other cases, it can be quite widespread. The condition can lead to serious health problems, especially when it is widespread. Hence,…