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NEUROFIBROMATOSIS

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-21T13:56:03+00:00

Definition: Neurofibromatosis, also called as von Recklinghausen’s disease, is a genetically inherited disease of nerve tissue. It causes tumors to grow on nerves (neurofibromas) that lie on or under the skin anywhere in the body. It affects the development and growth of nerve cell tissues. The tumors are usually benign (non cancerous). Even so, in some cases they can be disfiguring. They tend to grow in many numbers and varying size, over the period of years. Types of Neurofibromatosis: There are two [...]

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NEURITIS

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-21T13:56:18+00:00

Optic Neuritis Optic neuritis is inflammation or swelling of the optic nerve which is the nerve supplying the eye from the brain that may cause complete or partial blindness. It destroys the outer lining or sheath of the nerve. Causes: Multiple Sclerosis, almost 50% of the patients with multiple sclerosis develop this disease Herpes Zoster virus Autoimmune disorders like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Chloremphenicol, an antibiotic used to treat typhoid Inflammation of blood vessels supplying the nerve Ethambutol, an anti-tubercular drug Symptoms: 01 Sudden blurred vision 02 Loss of colored vision 03 Pain in the [...]

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NASAL POLYPS

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-15T06:54:42+00:00

Definition: A polyp is a swelling of the lining (mucosa) of the nose and the para-nasal sinuses. Polyps generally occur due to long-standing inflammation of the lining of the nose and of the sinuses surrounding the nasal cavity (para-nasal sinuses). Symptoms: Polyps look like small grapes deep inside the nasal cavity and can appear singly or in clusters. They are collections of inflammatory cells, fluid and tissue. Common symptoms associated with polyps are: Nose-block forcing an individual to breathe through the mouth Runny nose and [...]

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MYASTHENIA GRAVIS

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-21T13:56:41+00:00

What is Myasthenia Gravis (MG)? The term Myasthenia gravis means ‘grave muscle weakness’. MG is a chronic progressive auto-immune disorder causing muscle weakness. What happens in MG? In MG, there is weakness of voluntary muscles (those controlled by will) and easy fatigability. This weakness comes up during periods of exertion and improves after rest. MG is an abnormality of the transmission of signals at the Neuro-Muscular Junction (NMJ). (Signals travel from brain to muscles via the nerves and the place where nerve [...]

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MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-21T13:57:13+00:00

Introduction: Multiple sclerosis is the disease of nervous system. The disease is more common in the western world. The disease affects young individuals, has a prolonged course and causes disability at the prime of life. The disease is marked by frequent remissions and relapses. The disease produces a myriad of symptoms. Some of the common symptoms include haziness and dimness of vision, double vision, scanning speech, tremors of hands and legs, weakness of one or more limbs, numbness and tingling pains [...]

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MULTIPLE MYELOMA

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-12T05:50:02+00:00

Introduction: Multiple Myeloma is a malignant or cancerous condition of the plasma cells of the blood. It is also called Plasma cell Myeloma. The word Myeloma pertains to the cells of bone marrow. The bone marrow is a soft substance within the bones which manufacture all kinds of blood cells. The basic cells are called stem cells. Some of the stem cells develop into small white cells, also called as Lymphocytes. The lymphocytes are of two types, B Lymphocytes and [...]

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MOUTH ULCERS/ APHTHOUS STOMATIS

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-12T05:30:48+00:00

Recurring Ulcers in mouth is a common problem for many. Small or large, one or several at a time, short lasting or those lasting for a few days, painful or nor painful, could be some of the features of this condition. Medically, this condition is also called Aphthous stomatitis. Causes of Oral ulcers The most common causes of recurring ulcers in mouth can be summarized as under: Deficiency: Vitamin B12, folic acid and iron deficiency. This is a most common cause of ulcers [...]

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MOTOR NEURON DISEASE(MND)

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-11T15:08:10+00:00

Motor Neuron Disease is a serious, chronic, progressive disorder which affects the motor neurons of the body. Motor neurons are the nerve cells which control the voluntary movements of extremities and trunk. The patients of Motor Neuron Disease (MND) usually show signs of difficulty in speaking, swallowing, and marked difficulty in movements of the body due to weakness of the muscles and wasting. As MND is a progressive disorder, patients suffering from MND become increasingly disabled. Types of Motor Neuron Disease [...]

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MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-11T15:44:16+00:00

More illustrative Molluscum contagiosum (contagiosa) is a commonly found skin infection, especially among children, which looks like small, pearl shaped, pinkish white eruptions on skin. It is a viral infection. It is also found in adults who are immunodeficient due to some reason. The infection is most common between the age of one to ten years. Molluscum Contagiosum can affect any area on the body but is usually observed on the face, arms and legs. Cause: Molluscum contagiosum is caused by [...]

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MENIER’S DISEASE

miracleshealthclinic2018-09-11T14:20:09+00:00

Meniere’s disease is a disorder affecting the inner ear. It causes episodes of vertigo, fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear. Who Gets Meniere’s disease? 2 in every 1000 people suffer from Meniere’s disease. People in their 40’s and 50’s are most affected. However, people in their 20’s can also suffer from this condition. Meniere’s affects men and women equally. Symptoms The symptoms of Meniere’s are variable. A typical attack is preceded [...]

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