Author: Saroj Kumari

Contraception You can generally use contraceptives to prevent unwanted or impossible pregnancies, for example when a woman’s physical condition does not allow her to become pregnant. In general, pregnancy can occur when there is a meeting between sperm from a man and an egg in a woman’s uterus. Contraceptives can also prevent this. The use of this tool also aims to stop the production of egg cells and stop the combination of sperm cells and fertilized egg cells from attaching to the uterine lining. In addition, there are also types of contraception that are also useful for preventing the transmission…

Acupuncture Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that uses thin needles to insert into specific points on the body. The practice focuses on balancing the flow of energy or life force. This energy is known as chi or qi and is believed to flow through 14 channels (meridians) in the body. The location and number of needles placed in acupuncture procedures can vary from patient to patient. This is adjusted to the health condition, severity, and type of disease being treated. At first, the acupuncture treatment technique was one type of traditional medicine. However, along with the development of the medical world and science, acupuncture…

Acanthosis Nigricans Acanthosis Nigricans is a skin condition characterized by dark, discolored, velvety areas in skin folds and body creases. The skin affected by acanthosis nigricans can become thickened. It typically affects the armpits, groin, and neck. Skin changes in this disease usually occur in people who are obese or diabetic. Children who experience this skin condition are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Symptoms of Acanthosis Nigricans Skin discoloration is the only symptom of this disease. Sufferers will find thickening and darkening of the skin in the folds. Changes usually occur slowly. The main symptoms of this…

Acromegaly Acromegaly is a rare hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone during adulthood. When you have too much growth hormone, your bones will increase in size. In childhood, this condition causes an increase in height called gigantism. However, in adulthood, body changes do not occur. Instead, the increase in bone size is limited to the bones of the hands, feet, and face, and is called acromegaly. Symptoms of Acromegaly Symptoms of acromegaly can vary and usually develop slowly. Initially, symptoms usually include: Swelling of the hands and feet. Usually, marked by changes in…

“Seeing white patches or coating on your tongue? In most cases, this is harmless and can go away on its own. However, a white tongue can also be caused by certain medical conditions, which can be serious if left untreated. Starting from leukoplakia, fungal infections, to syphilis.” White tongue is a common symptom when the tongue looks like it has a thick white coating, or may appear in patches. This can also be accompanied by unpleasant symptoms and bad breath. White tongue can also build up over time or may appear suddenly if there is irritation or infection on the…