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4 Reasons Why You Should Never Pop A Pimple Members Public

As much as you’re tempted to pop that pimple, you should not. Here’s why: Highly infectious: The excess oil and dirt build-up could lead to a terrible infection. Pimples are an eyesore, but the pain caused by an infected zit would leave you crying for three days straight.

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Patient story : Kushal , 25 Male Members Public

> Working in a startup is a fad. The allure of flexible work hours, unconventional workspaces, refrigerators loaded with food and beer makes everyone want to work for a startup. Kushal, moved from Delhi to Bangalore with dreams in his eyes and a bag full of food that his Dadi

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Chronic Hepatitis B: Symptoms and Causes Members Public

Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus. In some cases, the infection lasts for more than 6 months leading to chronic hepatitis B that  increases the risk of developing other serious complications such as liver failure or liver cirrhosis. Infants and children are more prone

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Symptoms and Treatment of Anaphylactic Shock Members Public

Anaphylaxis is a serious and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. The symptoms of the reaction can manifest within seconds or minutes of exposure to an allergen. The chemicals released by the immune system during an anaphylactic shock can lead to severe physical trauma and requires an immediate medical attention and an

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Dealing with Allergic Rhinitis Members Public

Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as Hay fever or simply allergy, occurs when the immune system overreacts to certain particles in the air called allergens. Common allergens like dust, pollen and animal dander, and mold spores can trigger an episode of allergic rhinitis. It can also be triggered by some medicines

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Are you Intolerant ?? Sorry Food Intolerant ? Members Public

Try DocsApp & Live Healthy Food intolerance is a reaction to a certain food, drink, or food additive. This condition is different from food allergy in many ways. For instance, a food allergy triggers the immune system, while food intolerance doesn’t. In food intolerance, the food doesn’t cause

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What to Eat During Food Poisoning Members Public

Food poisoning usually occurs when pathogens such as Norovirus [http://www.webmd.com/children/norovirus-symptoms-and-treatment] and Salmonella [http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/food-poisoning/salmonellosis-topic-overview] contaminates the food or drinking water. Salmonella and norovirus are the causes for  most hospitalizations due to food poisoning, but other pathogens including bacteria, mold, and

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The Connection Between Gangrene and Diabetes Members Public

Gangrene is a serious health condition that occurs when body tissue dies because of obstructed circulation or bacterial infection. It is often the result of an injury or an infection of the skin and the body tissue. The condition typically affects the toes and the limbs. It can also affect

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