Overview Of Fainting Fainting takes place when there is a decreased flow of blood to the brain. A person may also experience a fainting spell which is generally short-lived and not dangerous. It might or might not point to a severe underlying issue. A medical expert will be able to advise you. Common Causes Of […]
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Overview Of Bruises Bruises are patches (blue or black) that form on the skin when small blood vessels burst beneath the skin. The blood from the vessels escapes into the tissue beneath the skin, resulting in bruising. As it starts to heal, it goes through various shades of yellow or green – generally around two
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Overview Of A Black Eye A black eye is a contusion that surrounds the eye. When an item strikes the eye, the pressure of the impact damages delicate blood vessels. Blood gathers underneath the skin, and causes black or blue bruising around the eye sockets and eyelids. Because the skin around the eye is fairly
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Hangover is defined as a cluster of undesirable symptoms that occur upon waking after excessive amount of alcohol the night before. Apart from increased irritability that could lead to conflict, a hangover often leads to poor performance at school or work. Every person’s alcohol limit will vary but the general rule is that the more
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What is Dehydration? Dehydration occurs when your body displaces more fluid than you drink. The most common reason of water loss from the body is extreme sweating. The recommended amount of water to drink is eight to 10 glasses each day for an average, non-active individual. Individuals on the go, athletes, and people exposed to
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Overview Of Warts Warts are tiny growths that resemble blisters on the skin and are generally painless. The majority of warts are round in shape and sometimes oval with a coarse or even surface and are usually mild and not too serious. It is usually caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), which can be transmitted from one body part
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