Prevention is better than cure. However, how can we prevent something without knowing what it exactly is about? So, let’s discuss what is aspiration pneumonia, the symptoms associated with this and how to prevent it in the first place. What Is Aspiration Pneumonia? Aspiration Pneumonia a type of lung infection. It is a complication caused by pulmonary aspiration. When you inhale food, … [Read more...]

Blood clotting is a natural process that controls the flow of the blood outside in case of a wound or injury in a blood vessel. The process turns the liquidity of the blood to a more gel-like texture that ultimately stops bleeding. This very natural and necessary element can however turn out to be a very concerning situation when blood clots forms inside the blood vessel, obstructing the natural … [Read more...]

Have you experienced pain during bowel movements? Or perhaps noticed red blood in your stool? Maybe some cracks around your anal sphincter? One of the problems that can cause the above symptoms with/ without other conditions is a fissure, also known as anal fissure. A small tear or a cut in the moist tissue (mucosa) lining the anus is called an anal fissure. The crack can cause pain and some … [Read more...]

Collagen is the protein that forms the structural unit of connective tissue such as bone, skin, cartilage, and tendon. This protein is found throughout the body even in joints and ligaments. Collagen is required in the body as it helps the various connecting tissues to withstand stretching.  Loss of collagen  The typical age at which collagen loss can begin is between 18 to 29. From the … [Read more...]