Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neuro developmental disorders and is characterized by difficulty to pay attention and control impulsive behaviors.
Although its symptoms begin in childhood, the condition may continue through adolescence and adulthood.
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Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies the blood in your body by passing it through a machine to be cleaned. We need dialysis when the kidneys stop working properly.
Dialysis does some of the things done by healthy kidneys, which includes removing waste, salt and extra water to prevent them from building up in the body. This helps in keeping safe levels of certain chemicals in your body for example potassium, sodium, and bicarbonate.
Breast cancer is the tumorous growth of breast cells. It usually starts in the inner lining of milk ducts (Ductal Carcinoma) or in the lobules that supply them with milk (Lobular Carcinoma). The cells grow abnormally and divide at a much higher rate than the normal healthy cells. Such cells accumulate and form a lump or mass. They may also spread to the lymph nodes and other parts of the body.
Mental Health is the basis of emotions, communication, thinking ability, learning and self-esteem. A good mental health results in productive daily activities, Healthy relationships and a strong ability to adapt to any changes and cope with adverse situations.
Mental Illness is a medical condition, just like any other indicators such as heart disease or diabetes. Mental health conditions are diagnosable and treatable.
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Venous leg ulcers (VLU) are one of the most common types of skin ulcers which occur above the ankle area and typically impact elderly people.
These ulcers are chronic in nature and affect approximately 3 million people worldwide. VLUs impact the quality of life of the patients and impose an extra financial burden on them.
One of the major causes of Venous and stasis ulcers is chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), which occurs when the venous valves in the legs don’t work properly. As a result, it becomes difficult for the blood to return back towards the heart leading to pooling of blood in the veins. This results in stasis or venous ulcers.
What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy fatty-substance that circulates in the blood and performs important functions like making hormones and digesting fatty foods. Cholesterol in the blood is essential for maintaining good health.
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