Ortho Tri-Cyclen contains a combination of female hormones that prevents ovulation or release of eggs from the ovary. It is a popular contraception pill that also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it difficult for the sperm to reach the uterus.
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Antibiotics are chemicals that have the ability to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, especially bacteria, and are either produced naturally by other microorganisms or synthetically in a laboratory.
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Candida parapsilosis is an yeast that belongs to the Candida family. It is commonly associated with blood, wound and tissue infections in individuals with reduced immunity, such as hospitalized patients and premature infants. In fact, according to a March 2002 study published in "Diagnostic Microbiology and Disease,"
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Located in the upper right section of the abdomen, the liver is the largest organ in the body. It plays important roles in detoxification of blood, protein synthesis, metabolism of fats and production of bile.
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Staphylococcus and streptococcus are spherical bacteria that can cause mild to severe infections, especially in immunocompromised individuals. While staph skin infections are common, this bacterium can also invade the bloodstream, urinary tract, lungs and heart.
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The liver is the largest organ in the body. It plays a vital role in the digestion of food and removal of toxins, poisons and other harmful substances from the body. Liver diseases include a wide range of problems, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis and jaundice, that affect the proper functioning of the organ.
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Anxiety is a general reaction that helps an individual cope with stress. However, excessive, irrational reactions in response to simple, everyday situations are categorized under anxiety disorders.
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Your digestive system is made up of a series of hollow organs and twisted tubes that run from your mouth to your anus. The digestive system produces juices and enzymes that can digest almost any type of food.
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Kidneys are a pair of bean-shaped organs located near the middle of the back. They play an important role in removing wastes from the blood and in maintaining its chemical balance.
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If left uncontrolled, high blood pressure increases risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney failure, and may even lead to death (see reference 1 para 1). In a majority of cases, anti-hypertensive medication is the most effective and primary mode of treatment for high blood pressure (see reference 1 para 4).
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Gum infection, or periodontitis, is an infection of the soft tissues and bones that support the teeth and can lead to tooth loss, increased risk of heart attack or stroke and other serious health problems. Poor oral hygiene is the most important cause for the disease.
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Candida glabrata is a relatively non-pathogenic fungus that is part of the normal flora of many healthy individuals. However, the recent widespread use of immunosuppressive and antifungal drugs has lead to an increase in the number of infections caused by C. glabrata.
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The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck, below the larynx. The gland consists of follicular cells that produce the hormones — thyroxine and triiodothyronine — which play an important role in metabolism.
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Yeast, or candida, is a ubiquitous fungus that is part of your normal flora. However, it can cause opportunistic infections if you have reduced immunity. The infection can affect any part of the body, and the symptoms may be mild or life-threatening.
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Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a spherical bacteria that is commonly found in the digestive and lower genital tract of many individuals but may cause urinary tract infections (UTI) in newborns and in immunocompromised individuals.
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The average scalp has about 100,000 hairs, and most people lose about 100 hairs each day, according to MedlinePlus, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Alopecia is the thinning or complete loss of hair that occurs in men, women and children.
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Cells are the smallest units of the human body and all the functions of the body actually take place at the cellular level. In fact, the life of a human being begins as a single cell and formation of new cells is crucial to an organism's growth and development.
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Pregnancy starts at the point of conception when the sperm of a male fuses with the egg of a female. This can lead to several changes in your body. In fact, most women opt for a pregnancy test only after they observe symptoms such as missed periods and tender breasts.
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Ovulation is the stage of the menstrual cycle during which a mature egg is released from the ovary into the fallopian tube and is available for fertilization. Usually, one egg is released per ovulation cycle and the egg can survive for 12 to 24 hours after leaving the ovary.
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Biceps, triceps and forearms are the main muscles of your arms that need strength training and conditioning. A variety of bicep curl, forearm curl and bench press exercises can provide an optimum workout for these muscle groups and thereby improve your upper body strength.
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