Menometrorrhagia Definition Menometrorrhagia is defined as prolonged uterine bleeding that occurs at irregular intervals and more frequently than the expected normal menstrual cycle of a woman. A woman of reproductive age experiences a monthly cycle or menstruation due to the rise and fall in the hormone. Menstrual blood is a composition of blood and tissues that shed in the uterus when pregnancy does not occur. The uterus normally prepare every for the possibility of pregnancy but however, shed and bleed if pregnancy does not occur. Menstrual blood passes out through the vagina. Normal menstrual cycle occurs every 28 days to 30 days of every month with duration of 2 to 7 [...]
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Eye Strain
by on 17. Feb, 2012 in Eye Care
What is Eye Strain? Eye Strain is a discomfort in the eyes as a result of intense use such as reading and using a computer for prolonged period. Asthenopia is the medical term describing eye strain. It is extremely common and affecting almost all people. Ciliary body of the eye muscles which is responsible for accommodation is what is greatly affected by straining due to keeping the eye muscles in one position for a long period of time. It is annoying but is always not serious and usually goes away after resting the eyes. Eyestrain however, can indicate underlying eye condition and may be a symptom. Bad case of eyestrain [...]
Microdermal Piercing
by on 27. Jan, 2012 in Beauty
Body piercing is one of oldest known forms of art and body modification around the world. What is Microdermal Piercing? A semi-permanent body piercing which have evolved from transdermal implants is often referred to as a “surface anchors or microdermal implants” often done in a short interval of time and is convenient and simple to manage that typically uses different variety of styles and sizes of jewelry that looks aesthetically pleasing after a non-invasive procedure. This type of body piercing is considered as a substitute to traditional skin piercing that is widely used by both (men and women) worldwide. Picture of Microdermal peircing Image Source – wickedbodyjewelz.files.wordpress.com Types of Microdermal [...]
Electronic Cigarettes
by on 03. Jan, 2012 in Addictions-and-recovery
What are Electronic Cigarettes? A nicotine device that is used much like a traditional cigarette is often referred to as “e-cigarette or steam cigarette” that converts nicotine liquid into water vapor – often classified as an electronic simulator of tobacco bearing the physical sensation, appearance and nicotine content of a traditional and classical tobacco. The history of smoking dated back as early as 5000 BC. Early of 1960’s when electronic cigarette idea was first materialized by Herbert A. Gilbert that aiming in providing safe and harmless means of smoking. The modern device was invented by Hon Lik- a Chine pharmacist in 2003. The very first appearance of this invention was [...]
Tinea Versicolor
by on 01. Jan, 2012 in Skin Care
Tinea Versicolor A rash or a fungal infection typically affecting the skin and other parts of the body is often referred to as “Dermatomycosis furfuracea or Tinea Versicolor (TV)” wherein it affects usually on the oily parts of the upper body specifically in the chest and back or upper arms or, less often, on the upper thighs, neck, hair, nails or face. A certain condition wherein spots can be easily seen in either small, flat acne that is present in our skin. The following are the different varieties of tinea according to specific area of infection. Here are as follows: Tinea manuum – An infection affecting the lower extremities specially [...]
Lichen Planus
by on 29. Dec, 2011 in Diseases and Conditions
What is Lichen Planus? An inflammatory skin condition typically affecting the skin and the oral mucosa is referred to as “lichen planus”, from the words “lichen” that grows on rocks and tree bark and from the Latin word “planus” meaning flat. It is characterized by a non-infectious rash of small and bumps, itchy skin specifically on the arms and legs, less often on some other parts of the body including the nails, vagina, penis, scalp, and mouth. Types of Lichen Planus The following are the different types of lichen planus. Here are as follows: Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophics A condition(rare) affecting the male genitals and vulva. With great itching, there is [...]
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