Whta is Demodex Folliculorum? Demodex folliculorum, also known as demodicosis, is an infestation of a type of mite called Demodex folliculorum. These mites live in your hair follicles and are naturally present on your skin. However, if you have more… Read More »Demodex Folliculorum: Symptoms, causes and treatments
Circumcision, more accurately called male circumcision, refers to the removal of the foreskin from the penis. While it’s a common surgical procedure in many countries, it’s still heavily debated in others, which often leads to confusion as to whether it… Read More »Circumcision (Everything you need to know)
In males, the foreskin that covers the head of the penis (known as the glans) has no function in urination or reproduction. It can, however, cause discomfort and become infected easily during sexual activity if it’s too tight or not… Read More »Preputioplasty: Surgery, procedure, complications and recovery time
Phimosis refers to the inability to retract the foreskin of the penis, and it’s most commonly seen in young boys who are not yet old enough to be retracting their foreskins on their own or in adults who have been… Read More »Phimosis: Causes, symptoms and treatments
Legionnaires’ disease, or Legionellosis, is an infection caused by the bacteria Legionella pneumophila. This disease causes symptoms such as high fever, chills, muscle aches, and headaches; however, these can be present in other conditions as well. In more severe cases… Read More »Legionnaires’ disease: What is it and how can you prevent it?
What’s worse than physical pain? Psychological stress, whether that be from work, relationships, or other factors. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to reduce psychological stress and keep your mind and body healthy. In fact, certain relaxation techniques… Read More »How to effectively reduce psychological stress?
What is multiple sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and disabling disease of the central nervous system that affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. This disease often begins in young adults between the ages of 20 and… Read More »The mystery of ‘Multiple Sclerosis’: What we know (and don’t know) about this disease!
What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease (LD) is a bacterial infection spread through the bite of an infected tick, typically the blacklegged tick (or deer tick). The signs and symptoms of Lyme disease vary in length and severity, but can… Read More »What is Lyme disease? Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatments
