Jun 14, 2019
Psoriasis in and of itself is typically not life-threatening, but the disease can lead to a number of serious health conditions and complications if left untreated. These include psoriatic arthritis, eye conditions, anxiety and depression, obesity, type 2 diabetes,...
Jun 14, 2019
The exact cause of psoriasis is not yet known, but scientists believe it has something to do with the immune system of T cells and other white blood cells called neutrophils. Whereas T cells normally defend against foreign objects in the body like viruses and...
Jun 14, 2019
Psoriasis symptoms depend on both the individual and the type of psoriasis, since symptoms differ from one person to the next as well as from type to type. The affected area can be as small as a few flakes or as large as the entire surface area of the body, and...
Jun 14, 2019
There are five official types of psoriasis – plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, pustular psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, and erythrodermic psoriasis – as well as some additional subtypes. Plaque psoriasis is by far the most common, occurring in...
Jun 14, 2019
Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory disease of the immune system that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells. It typically involves the scalp, elbows, knees, hands, and feet, but can affect any part of the body such as the nails, mouth, and joints. As for its...
Jun 13, 2019
The signs and symptoms of hemorrhoids are many and varied, the most common being extreme pain in the recto-anal region, appearance of sensitive lumps or swelling near the anus, leaking stool, excessive rectal bleeding, bloody toilet paper or blood in the toilet bowl...
Jun 13, 2019
Hemorrhoids form as a result of stretching, bulging, or swelling in the veins around the anus, due to increased pressure in the anus or lower part of the rectum. This venous pressure may be the result of activities such as straining during bowel movements or sitting...
Jun 13, 2019
There are two main types of hemorrhoids – internal hemorrhoids and external hemorrhoids – as well as some additional subtypes. Internal hemorrhoids develop above the pectinate line within the rectum, are usually not seen or felt, and generally do not hurt...
Jun 13, 2019
Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swollen veins which form in and around the anus or in the lower part of the rectum. They are one of the most common causes of rectal bleeding and are often due to a buildup of pressure, which in turn can affect blood flow and...
Jun 13, 2019
Generally speaking, hemorrhoids are not dangerous and complications are extremely rare. That said, if and when complications do occur, actions must be taken immediately to increase chances of healing and avoid any further problems. Complications vary from strangulated...
