Bronchiolitis involves inflammation of the bronchioles. It is usually triggered by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) but other viruses might also be blamed. Most cases involve children ages 12 months and typically occur among infants aged 3-6 months. Those who are at high risk for developing serious illness with bronchiolitis include: Infants with heart conditions […]
A frontoparietal stroke affects the parietal and frontal lobes of the brain. It is important to note that a stroke involves abrupt deprivation of blood flow to the brain due to an obstruction or rupture of a blood vessel within the brain. This results to the lack of oxygen and essential nutrients to the affected
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Some individuals experience an allergy cough if exposed to certain allergens. Cough is how the body naturally prevents allergens and bacteria from entering the body. Once an allergen is breathed in, the body responds by coughing to get rid of it from the throat. In some instances, an allergic reaction can cause the sinuses to
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Heart failure is a chronic, progressive disorder which causes the heart muscles to inadequately pump blood to comply with the bodily requirements for blood and oxygen. Types of heart failure Left-sided heart failure The pumping action of the heart moves oxygenated blood as it journeys from the lungs to the left atrium and then to
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Allergic contact cheilitis is a form of allergic contact dermatitis that affects the lips. This is brought about by a type of hypersensitivity that occurs after being exposed to an allergen and manifests as an eczema-like inflammation affecting the outer lip. Who are at risk? Allergic contact cheilitis is a usual cause of a swollen
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