What is Postpartum Hemorrhage?

What is postpartum hemorrhage? After the birth of a baby, postpartum hemorrhage occurs when there is more bleeding than usual. Postpartum hemorrhage affects from 1 in 100 to 5 in 100 women. With a cesarean birth, it's more likely. It usually occurs after the placenta has been delivered, but it can occasionally occur later. What … Continue reading What is Postpartum Hemorrhage?

What is asthma?

Asthma is a chronic (long-term) lung illness. It has an effect on your airways, which are the tubes that transport air into and out of your lungs. When you have asthma, your airways might become irritated and narrowed. This can cause wheezing, coughing, and chest discomfort. When these symptoms worsen, this is referred to as … Continue reading What is asthma?

What Is Dementia?

Dementia is an umbrella term for a variety of neurological disorders that damage the brain and worsen with time. It is the loss of ability to think, recall, and reason to levels that interfere with everyday lifestyle and activities. Some dementia patients lose control of their emotions and other actions, and their identities may change. … Continue reading What Is Dementia?

What is gout

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that causes joint pain and swelling, usually in flares that last a week or two and then resolve. Gout flares commonly occur in your big toe or a lower leg. Gout occurs when your body's serum urate levels rise, causing needle-shaped crystals to develop in and around the … Continue reading What is gout

What is Anemia?

Anemia is a disorder in which you do not have enough healthy red blood cells to transport enough oxygen to your body's tissues. Anemia, commonly known as low hemoglobin, can make you feel fatigued and weak. There are several types of anemia, each with its own cause. Anemia can be acute or chronic, and it … Continue reading What is Anemia?