Pellagra is a rare disease caused by a deficiency in the body of vitamin B3, also known as niacin, or its precursor, the amino acid called tryptophan. This disease can cause skin changes, diarrhea and neurological changes, such as headache, mental confusion and memory loss, for example. Deficiency of this vitamin can occur due to […]
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A herniated disc during pregnancy can cause intense back pain that can radiate to the buttocks and leg, causing tingling and impairing quality of life, requiring medical help. The doctor may prescribe the use of analgesics, anti-inflammatories, or a corticosteroid injection to control pain, but physiotherapy with hot compresses, stretching and spinal traction may also […]
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Child sleepwalking is a sleep disorder in which the child is sleeping, but appears to be awake, being able to sit, talk or walk around the house, for example. Sleepwalking occurs during deep sleep and can last from a few seconds to up to 40 minutes. In most cases, sleepwalking can be cured and disappears […]
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Ectopic pregnancy is characterized by the implantation and development of the embryo outside the uterus, which can occur in the tubes, ovary, cervix, abdominal cavity or cervix. The appearance of intense abdominal pain and blood loss from the vagina, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy, may be indicative of an ectopic pregnancy, and it […]
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Hot flashes, insomnia, irritability, dryness of the female organ and much more. Check out 8 natural ways to treat menopause symptoms. Between the ages of 45 and 55, it is common for a woman’s body to face some drastic changes in hormonal production, which ends up resulting in the period known as menopause. During this […]
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Excess vitamin C can cause some stomach symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, especially when consuming more than 2000 mg of vitamin C supplement per day. Having a healthy and balanced diet is enough to guarantee the daily need for vitamin C, and it is important to consume foods such as kiwi, strawberries, oranges, […]
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Placental abruption occurs when the placenta is separated from the wall of the uterus prematurely, causing severe abdominal cramping and vaginal bleeding in pregnant women over 20 weeks of gestation. This situation is delicate, as it can put the health of the mother and baby at risk, therefore, in case of suspicion, it is recommended […]
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Bronchiolitis obliterans is a type of chronic lung disease in which lung cells are unable to recover after inflammation or infection, causing obstruction of the airways and causing difficulty breathing, persistent coughing and a feeling of shortness of breath, for example. In these cases, the inflamed lung cells, instead of being replaced by new cells, […]
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Cotard syndrome, popularly known as “walking corpse syndrome”, is a very rare psychological disorder in which a person believes that they are dead, that parts of their body have disappeared or that their organs are rotting. For this reason, this syndrome represents a high risk of self-harm or suicide. The causes of Cotard syndrome are […]
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Ovarian teratoma is a type of tumor that arises due to the proliferation of germ cells, which are responsible for giving rise to eggs, and can be benign or malignant, being more common in young women. Generally, this type of tumor does not cause any symptoms, however, it can cause pain or an increase in […]
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