Many people may not realize that "risk factors" that contribute to disease are all around us. The main factors that contribute to a healthy body include good nutrition, proper lifestyle habits (avoiding risk factors), and getting regular exercise.
Jaundice is a condition described as a yellow discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes and the whites of the eyes caused by increased level of bilirubin, a yellow-orange bile pigment in the blood.
Liver and pancreas are vital organs in the digestive system. The abnormalities of liver and pancreas are usually susceptible to develop further serious diseases due to their complicated structures and functions. Disorders of the liver and pancreas can range from mildly troublesome to intensely painful. It might start from acute to chronic inflammation and infection, benign hepatic or pancreatic tumor and hepatic cysts as well as liver and pancreatic cancers.
Empty nest syndrome is a feeling of grief and loneliness that parents may feel when their children leave home for the first time such as to attend a college or university or to live on their own. Empty nest syndrome typically occurs in parents in their middle age. Although, it is not a clinical condition, it seems to be one of major contributing factors to depression. Dramatic changes substantially lead to stress, sadness, anxiety and depression, resulting in suicidal thought, a life-threatening consequence of empty nest syndrome.
Workplace burnout, a state of emotional, mental and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress has recently become such a serious occupational health issue.
For many people, varicose veins characterized by spider veins are simply a cosmetic concern. Nonetheless, for some people, varicose veins can cause aching pain and discomfort and might lead to more serious problems of veins.
In Thailand, particularly in Bangkok and surrounding areas, a cloud of ultra-fine dust particles known as PM2.5 has recently returned.
Infertility is defined as a condition that not being able to get pregnant despite having frequent and unprotected sexual intercourse for at least a year (or longer).
Hernia recurrence is typically common if risk factors continue to persist. A recurrent hernia is recognized as a bulge, sometimes painful, that appears at or near the site of the original hernia.
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus. The veins around the anus stretch due to increased pressure in the lower rectum e.g. pregnancy, being overweight or straining during bowel movements.
Adhesions are difficult to treat, but can be managed with advanced minimally invasive surgery. This method involves smaller incisions, reduces complications, lowers the risk of further adhesions, and allows for quicker recovery.