The eyes, they say are the light of the body. But can be as maintain their strength even in old age? As people age, it takes a toll on their eyes and eventually results in reduced vision in the form of cataracts. What are cataracts? It is simply the clouding of the lens of the…
DetailsShingles is caused by a reactivation of the Varicella Zoster virus, after a previous bout of Chickenpox, caused by the same virus. Shingles, also called Herpes Zoster, appear like red, painful blister-like rash following a pattern mostly on the neck, face, and chest. It is quite common and some people get to have reoccurrences. Symptoms…
Details2 seconds!! Everything burst. I remember a scene from secondary school hostel life where a disagreement between 2 boys results in the exchange of blows and the subsequent draw of blood, usually starting from the nose, of which marked the victory for the one who drew the offending punch, earning the tag of “nose-breaker” What…
DetailsAt some point, back pain in pregnancy might jump on the list of body changes to deal with during the period. Back pain in pregnancy is not just normal, it’s also very common. It also signals good baby health. How? A growing fetus puts some strain on the joints of the mother’s lower back and…
DetailsThere’s a medical condition wherein the head of the child is visibly large for the age due to fluid accumulation. This is known as Hydrocephalus. It should be noted that macrocephaly is a more appropriate term for a ‘large head’. Hydrocephalus happens to one of the causes of macrocephaly. Hydrocephalus in easy terms can be…
DetailsFor such a pleasurable activity, extreme back pain after sex is not in any way interesting. Imagine having to avoid intercourse because your back hurts so bad after. In this article, we will explore the reasons why this could happen. We’ll also learn what to do about it. Does sex cause back pain? It’s okay…
DetailsHave you ever wondered why some people can’t stop drinking alcohol? It’s often said that too much alcohol is injurious to health, exposing the liver especially to cirrhosis and hepatitis. As such, alcohol addicts make attempts to stop drinking and try to live healthier lives. However sadly, this may not come easy as they could…
DetailsTolu had just got back from home after the harmattan semester and was glad to be back home for the yuletide season. He had looked forward to seeing his parents and brothers. He was also ecstatic to meet Stephen, his friend who lived on the same street but had gone to another University. The next…
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