Cervical spondylosis is described as age-related deterioration of the bones and discs in the neck. Over time, some degeneration in the vertebrae and discs develop which usually starts after reaching the age of 30. A characteristic mark of the deterioration is that the perimeters of the vertebrae often end up with trivial, coarse areas of […]
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When a head injury in a child is suspected, it is vital to monitor the child for any issues that might arise after the injury. Treatment at home can help alleviate the swelling and ensuing bruising of the skin or scalp as well as the pain. What should I do? If the child was involved
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A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury that manifests after sustaining a blow to the head. It is also likely for one to sustain this head injury from a blow to the neck or any party of the body that results to sudden movement of the head. This form of brain injury can
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Hypotension occurs when the heart is relaxed where the pressure is lower. Remember that as blood is driven by the heart all over the body, the pressure with which it pushes against the blood vessel walls changes. A blood pressure reading below 90/60 is measured as low blood pressure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdFqajuAymg Is it an issue? In
Intracerebral hemorrhage is simply bleeding inside the brain that is usually due to chronic high blood pressure. The initial symptom is an intense headache. The older adults particularly 60 and above are at risk for intracerebral hemorrhage. Possible causes Intracerebral hemorrhage typically occurs if chronic high blood pressure causes the weakening of a small artery,
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