Chronic Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease Chronic kidney disease, also called chronic kidney failure, describes the gradual loss of kidney function. Your kidneys filter wastes and excess fluids from your blood, which are then excreted in your urine. When chronic kidney disease reaches an advanced stage, dangerous levels of fluid, electrolytes and wastes can build up in your […]
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolaemia )
Hypercholesterolaemia What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is one of the body’s fats (lipids). Cholesterol and another lipid, triglyceride, are important building blocks in the structure of cells and are also used in making hormones and producing energy. For the sake of simplicity, there are two sorts of cholesterol: a ‘good’ sort called high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and […]
Acute kidney Injury
Acute kidney failure Acute kidney failure occurs when your kidneys suddenly become unable to filter waste products from your blood. When your kidneys lose their filtering ability, dangerous levels of wastes may accumulate, and your blood’s chemical makeup may get out of balance. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of acute kidney failure may include: Decreased urine […]
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
ARDS Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) occurs when fluid builds up in the tiny, elastic air sacs (alveoli) in your lungs. More fluid in your lungs means less oxygen can reach your bloodstream. Symptoms Severe shortness of breath Labored and unusually rapid breathing Low blood pressure Confusion and extreme tiredness When to see a doctor […]
Acute Liver Failure
Acute Liver Failure Acute liver failure is loss of liver function that occurs rapidly — in days or weeks —usually in a person who has no pre-existing liver disease. Acute liver failure is less common than chronic liver failure, which develops more slowly. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of acute liver failure may include: Yellowing of […]
Amenorrhoea
Amenorrhoea Amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation — one or more missed menstrual periods.. The most common cause of amenorrhea is pregnancy. Symptoms The main sign of amenorrhea is the absence of menstrual periods. Depending on the cause of amenorrhea, you might experience other signs or symptoms along with the absence of periods, such as: […]
Allergies
Allergies Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance such as pollen, bee venom or pet dander that doesn’t cause a reaction in most people. Symptoms Allergy symptoms depend on the substance involved and can involve the airways, sinuses and nasal passages, skin, and digestive system. Allergic reactions can range from mild […]