Asthma

Spina Bifida or “split spine” is a birth defect that is present at birth and can occur anywhere on the spine if the neural tube does not properly close. It is a common type of (NTD) or neural tube defect. When the backbone that supports and forms the spinal cord does not close all the way, it causes damage to the spinal cord and it nerves. This disorder can cause physical and cognitive disabilities that can range from mild to severe. The severity depends on the size and location. There are a few…

Harlequin Ichthyosis is an extremely rare genetic skin disorder that affects approximately one in 500,000 people, the chances of being born with the disorder is one in a million. Despite medical advances, half of the babies born with the disorder die. Due to the level of severity, there is no known cure for harlequin ichthyosis, but doctors are actively working to improve the quality of life for those who suffer with the disorder. The name of the disorder is derived from the greek word ikthys,…

What is Colonic or Rectal Inflammation in Cats? Colonic inflammation, or colitis, occurs when the lining of the colon thickens, hindering the colon's ability to properly absorb water and store feces. Rectal inflammation, or proctitis, causes the lining of the lower part of the digestive tract, the anus and rectum, to thicken. Both types of inflammation typically occur when the digestive linings are infiltrated by various cells. Colitis and proctitis can cause a loss of nutrients, dehydration…

Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome is a rare gastrointestinal disorder. This syndrome can also be known as SMA Syndrome. It is a very rare acquired vascular compression disorder. IN this disorder the Aorta and Superior Mesenteric Artery compress on the intestine causing many digestive issues. The compression is caused when the angle between the two arteries is very low usually 6° to 15° or 2 to 8 mm. The normal angle between these two arteries is between 25° to 60° or 10 to 28 mm. The arteries…

Hair transplant in cicatricial alopecia Does hair matter? In today’s world, where looks matter for everyone, hair plays an important role in ones image and self esteem. Be it for personal or professional gain, external appearance plays an immense role and hairs are one of the parts that reflect the personality of a person. Loss of hair can burden a person with negative perception of self. Hair loss can occur due to various reasons such as stress, excessive use of harmful product on hairs, due to…

A stuffy nose, sore throat and pain around your face and eyes can all mean that your common cold has turned into a miserable sinus infection. A sinus infection, which is also known as sinusitis, occurs when the normally hollow sinuses become blocked with mucus, causing bacteria to build up inside of them. The next time you feel your sinuses begin to swell during a cold or flu, don't head for the doctor or medicine cabinet just yet. Try one of these three effective, at-home ways to get relief…

Describe the process of normal breathing beginning with the brain. Explain how a condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can interfere with the normal process of respiration. Breathing occurs subconsciously without one being aware of its different steps: stimulation of the respiratory control centers in your brain, inhalation, gas exchange, and exhalation. The medulla oblongata controls the body when to breathe. During the ventilation, process the phrenic nerve sends a…

Would you believe that in most first time cases of home roofing repair, the leak is actually made worse? Or worse yet, in a good many cases, the attempt to repair one leak only leads to the creation of even more leaks? So read on and learn a few tips from the pros, on how you can get it right the first time. Water Can Travel Under a Roof Leak The very first thing you have to do if you have water dripping down through your ceiling, is determine where the leak is coming from. You see once water…

Method A relaxed subject breathed into a clean mouthpiece for a period of 1-2 minutes with an oximeter placed on the tip of the index finger. During this time, the subject was asked to stay still with their hands in their lap and palms pointing upwards as well as wearing a nose clip. This normal breathing was recorded on the computer and then the volunteer was asked to exhale for 4-6 seconds after a normal inspiration to ensure the collection of an end tidal volume sample. The recording was…

Anaphylaxis in Pets So you are wondering, what is anaphylaxis? Anaphylaxis is a rapid and severe allergic reaction due to exposure to allergens (substances that trigger allergies) that are hypersensitive to the body. Some of the common symptoms of this life threatening reaction include shortness of breath, abnormal swelling and vomiting, low blood pressure, swelling of throat and tongue, and itchy rashes. This does not only affect humans but also pets, more so in dogs. Trustingly, your query…