ConstipationConstipation means hard stools, difficulty in passing stools or a sense of incomplete emptying after a bowel movement. It is defined as fewer than three bowel movements a week.It is more common in children and old age.CAUSES:Diet – common cause of constipation is diet low in fibre found in vegetables, fruits and diet high in fats found in cheese, eggs, etc.Liquid –…
KNEE ARTHRITISOsteoarthritis is the most common type of knee arthritis.Knee arthritis typically affects patient over 50 years of age.It is more common in overweight patients.CAUSES:The Knee joint is the largest and most complex joint and therefore the most stressed joint in the body. It is this complexity and stress which can cause Knee arthritisHistory of acute injury to knee.Previous Fracture at the…
ALLERGIC RHINITISAllergic Rhinitis is an allergic inflammation of nasal airway usually associated with watery nasal discharge.It occurs when an allergen such as dust or pollen is inhaled by an individual with a sensitized immune system and triggers antibody production.Two types of allergic rhinitis are :SeasonalPerennialSYMPTOMS:Cold, running nose.Sneezing repeatedly especially after getting up in morning.Nose, eyes may become itchy and congested.Watering of eyes.Sore…