Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature on the right side of the vertebra. The spine of every human being curves in a natural way; however, in the case of those people who have scoliosis, this spinal deviation is greater. Therefore, it is essential to consult a specialist in order to obtain adequate treatment and prevent the problem from escalating. The […]
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Hirsutism is the excessive growth of female hair, generally due to hormonal causes. It affects 10% of women of reproductive age. This unusual hair growth, often associated with acne and menstrual disorders, occurs in areas where hair is more abundant in men, such as sideburns, chin, neck and chest, the area before the pubis, on the thighs and on the back. Causes
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The economic crisis affects the health of citizens and can be a serious danger for diabetics due to the bad practice of reusing needles. The Federation of Diabetics of Spain (FEDE) has warned health institutions of the need to stop this negative practice that can aggravate the symptoms of diabetes. Recommendation of the Ministry of Health As recalled by the president of
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How do you like to drink your tea in the morning? Very hot or rather cold? With a spoonful of sugar or without adding anything? With milk or just water? In a bag or natural? If we asked your friends, I’m sure none of them would agree with your tastes, because when it comes to having tea there are no universal opinions,
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November 21 has been marked on the calendar as International Spina Bifida Day. The objectives of this day are fundamentally twofold: on the one hand, to make public institutions aware of the need for aid to improve the quality of patients affected by this congenital disease and, on the other hand, to call attention to the female
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Osteoarthritis is the degeneration or wear of the joints or joints of the body: knees, elbows, hands, spine, etc. Wear can affect a single joint or several at the same time. As the joint wears out, movement becomes more difficult and can be painful. The joint can also become deformed. It usually does not cause disability. Causes of osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis
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A simple eye test that locates dead cells in the retina could be used to detect diseases such as Alzheimer’s before they present symptoms, according to a scientific experiment published in the United Kingdom. This is a technique developed by University College London, which marks dying cells on the wall of the eye with fluorescent dots
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Do you feel tired and despite the fact that you rest enough, you can’t get a restful rest? Do you suffer constant and persistent pain, stiffness in muscles and tendons? Do you suffer from insomnia without any apparent cause? If you have answered yes to these questions, you may be among the 3-6% of the world population that
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Surely more than once you have suffered a drop in voltage. Feeling dizzy, ringing in the ears, confusion… these are some of the symptoms of hypotension, which, although it does not present any health risk, if the drop in blood pressure is large, it can become a distressing moment. Unlike hypertension, low blood pressure does not need any medical
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There are many benefits that summer has on patients with rheumatic diseases, a disease that affects 1 in 4 people in Spain. According to the Spanish Society of Rheumatology, summer has a favorable effect on patients with osteoporosis and muscle contractures. You want to know why? Rheumatic diseases in summer Summer is usually a more stable meteorological season, without sudden variations
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