In our lifestyle section, you will find detailed information about different health conditions including various STIs, asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes and many more.
Here you will find detailed articles on numerous health conditions, but also overviews of the pros and cons of some of the most commonly prescribed medications for the treatment of these issues. We tried to make our lifestyle section a number one destination for all general health information for our readers.
A significant issue with noticeable prevalence in the UK, obesity is directly linked to numerous cardiovascular conditions, so its timely management and treatment is of uttermost importance when it comes to preventing further complications.
Experienced by more than 5.4 million people within the UK alone, the prevalence of asthma seems to be on the constant rise. This long-term inflammatory lung disease can’t be completely cured, but it can be effectively managed with proper medication.
Another condition commonly classified as ‘lifestyle disease’, sugar disease or diabetes is marked by elevated levels of sugars in the blood over prolonged periods of time. This chronic disease must be properly managed in order to prevent further complications.
Heartburn, also known as acid reflux is a condition which might not be dangerous, but is undeniably rather uncomfortable for those affected. Marked by the burning sensation in the upper central abdomen and chest, heartburn is commonly managed by certain dietary changes.
Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis is an ‘umbrella term’ denoting allergic reactions to various airborne allergens marked by the same array of symptoms such as itchy eyes, sneezing and runny nose. This chronic condition can be successfully managed with proper medication and trigger avoidance.
Allergies come in a number of different shapes and forms – with different triggers, different symptoms and different treatments. But, we got all of the covered! Our allergies section is your number one choice for information on allergies and the different ways to treat and manage them.
Influenza, commonly known simply as flu is a health condition that we have all experienced at numerous points in our lives. Despite this, influenza is uncomfortable and can easily leave you stuck in bed. In this section, we will explore the most efficient ways to combat and prevent flu.
If there is one lifestyle habit that has been proven detrimental to one’s health time and time again, it’s certainly smoking! In our quit smoking section you will find detailed information on the most efficient methods of giving up smoking for good. In addition to this, we also compiled a number of articles detailing tobacco’s harmful effects on the body.
Hypertension, more commonly known as elevated blood pressure is a rather common health condition that affects millions around the globe. Read more about the topic and its treatment options.
STIs or STDs refer to a number of health conditions that are spread through sexual intercourse and mostly manifest in the genital region. Due to taboo often associated with STDs, many of those affected choose not to seek medical attention – in person.
When the levels of cholesterol in the blood are elevated above the usual levels, the condition is called hypercholesterolemia, or commonly high cholesterol. There can be many reasons why an individual has elevated cholesterol, with genetics and hereditary dispositions playing an important role.
Urinary incontinence (UI) also known as involuntary urination is, as the name implies, any uncontrolled leakage of urine. UI is always a symptom of some more specific condition, which requires treatment and by ignoring the problem, you are also ignoring the “message” that your body is sending you.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common disorder that affects the large intestine. It is associated with susceptible nerves in the intestine, which causes severe pain and cramps along with other potential symptoms. But there are ways to handle and reduce its impact on your daily life.
Angina pectoris is a term denoting different types of chest pain caused by poor blood flow in the arteries surrounding the heart. Angina can be easily identified by characteristic tight and dull pain which is called an angina attack.
Diarrhoea is a health condition affecting the gastrointestinal tract. The commonly manifested symptoms include loose or watery stools and increased bowel frequency.
Urge incontinence, also called urinary incontinence, is the sudden urge to urinate, due to involuntary contraction of the bladder muscles. Urinary urgency is one of the main symptoms of urinary tract infection (UTI) and can also be linked to other conditions.
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca is the medical term for dry eyes due to impaired tear-film. This is also due to reduced tear production or increased evaporation from the surface of the eye. As a result, the eyes feel dry. According to Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society (TFOS), dry eyes, or dry eye syndrome, are a multifactorial disease that afflicts the tears and the surface of the eye. The condition causes discomfort, visual disturbances, and an unstable tear film and may potentially damage the surface of the eye. The condition is accompanied by the tear film becoming hyperosmolar and causing inflammation on the surface of the eye
Fluid retention also called oedema is a build-up of fluid in the body which causes the affected tissue to become swollen.
Gout is often referred to as podagra. It is an inflammation in joints due to the fact that crystals of uric acid are common in the joints. Because of the inflammation, the joint becomes painful, hot, red and swollen.
Leg cramps are painful contractions in the leg muscles, both at the back and the front of the leg. It usually occurs at night and lasts from seconds to minutes. Besides the leg, the cramp may also occur in the foot and thigh. The cramps can be caused by diseases in the nerve system, but more often they come as a result of physical or mental stress. Some people experience such ailments after they have practiced or been in physical activity. Many are also bothered with tingling in their bones.
Migraine is a common health condition, affecting around one in every five women and around one in every 15 men. They usually begin in early adulthood. A migraine is a primary headache disorder characterized by recurrent headaches that are moderate to severe.
Urethritis is a form of urinary tract infection where the urethra becomes inflamed. It can be uncomfortable and painful, but it is relatively easy to treat.
Haemorrhoids are naturally occurring vascular structures in the anal canal that play a functional role in the control of stool release. However, once they become swollen and inflamed, they are treated as a medical condition.
Constipation is a very common condition that practically everybody will experience at least once over the course of their lives. Medically defined as a significant decrease in bowel movements frequency, constipation will result in much rarer defecations as opposed to periods when everything is in order.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, better known by its acronym COPD is a term that is used by medical professionals and laymen alike to denote a number of conditions connected by a shared cluster of symptoms related to the respiratory system.
When candidatis or any other fungal infection occurs in the mouth it’s called oral thrush. Many people carry candida in their mouths, but it is only when it disrupts the balance and invade the host’s tissue that it can come to evolve into a noticeable condition.
Raynaud’s phenomenon, or Raynaud’s disease, is a condition that strips your fingers or toes of most of its blood flow. The condition is episodic, which means that it will come in spells where the affected body part becomes cold and pale. You can for example experience white, cold fingers that feel numb when triggered by cold temperatures and psychic stress.
Also known as the Wilks-Ekbom disease, restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes an irresistible urge to move one’s legs or arms. The urge often arise whilst resting, which can make it hard for the affected person to sleep, work or study.
Hypothyroidism is a condition that has its causes in the thyroid gland. This gland may be small, but it has a grand significance for the proper function of the body. It is producing hormones that reach most of the body’s cells. If it would get out of balance, it could affect your general health and create problems.
Vitamin D is an essential part of any nutritious diet. Essential to building a strong immune system that fortifies your body against diseases and infections. It is also critical to one’s overall well-being. Vitamin D is so important to the human body that the body usually produces it on its own. This however is dependent on contact and exposure to sunlight.
Borreliosis, known colloquially as Lyme disease is a zoonotic, vector-borne disease that can be contracted from tick and lice bites. It gets its name from the town where it was first diagnosed in 1975, namely Old Lyme in Connecticut.
