Did you know gastritis can be caused by bacteria? The main cause of chronic gastritis is infection of the stomach lining by a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori. Many people are not aware that bacteria can cause gastritis. This bacterium usually enters the body during childhood through contaminated food and water. If tests confirm the presence […]
How can gastritis be prevented? Gastritis has multiple causes. If these are avoided, gastritis can often be prevented. It is also important to eat meals regularly and on time. Eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day can help control gastritis. Avoid lying down or sleeping for about 3 hours after meals. Reduce intake of […]
If you have symptoms such as burning pain in the chest or upper abdomen, nausea, loss of appetite, and bloating, you may have gastritis. First, let’s understand how gastritis develops. Inside your stomach, there are acids and enzymes that help digest food. To protect the stomach lining from being damaged by these acids and enzymes, […]
In the previous section, we discussed carpal tunnel syndrome, which causes pain and numbness in the hand and fingers. When you visit a doctor with these symptoms, several tests may be done to confirm the condition. A test called a nerve conduction study is performed to evaluate the electrical activity of the compressed nerve. In […]
If you have pain or a tingling sensation in your hand and fingers, you may be at risk of developing a condition called carpal tunnel syndrome. But why does this condition occur? A nerve called the median nerve travels from your arm through a narrow passage in your wrist made of bones, called the carpal […]
If a dog bites you, you may be advised to observe the animal for 14 days. If the animal develops symptoms, escapes, or dies, you must immediately seek medical advice. Symptoms of rabies in dogs Early signs include: Rabies in dogs is divided into two types: Dumb rabies Furious rabies Dogs with either form usually […]
How are rabies injections given after a dog bite? Rabies is a fatal disease, but if you receive proper vaccination after a bite, you can be fully protected. To understand rabies vaccination, continue reading. After an animal bite, first aid is essential. Then, if the animal is rabid, the virus can reach the nervous system […]
What should you do if a dog bites you? Let’s learn what to do to protect yourself from rabies, a disease that is fatal once it develops. Rabies is a deadly disease for which no successful cure has been found so far. Once a person is infected, death is almost certain. If you are bitten […]
Burn injuries from hot water or hot oil are very common in many people. However, do you know the first aid steps that should be taken to minimize skin damage after a burn? What you learn today could help save your life or the life of someone close to you. First aid for burns, If […]
The most important step is to drink at least 3 liters of water per day. You can understand whether you are dehydrated or need more water by observing the color of your urine. Keep a water bottle with you and drink regularly instead of waiting until you feel thirsty. When exercising, or when staying near […]