Pregnant? Lookout For Symptoms of Edema
If you are pregnant and you notice a swelling in your ankles and feet, you may be experiencing a condition called edema. Edema is a condition during pregnancy in which there is a buildup of fluid in the tissue and the reason why this buildup occurs is because during pregnancy your body will retain more [...]
The Antibody Titer Test – Check Your Antibody Levels
The antibody titer test is a laboratory exam that the doctor performs to determine the level of antibodies in your immune system and to find out if you are especially prone to developing infections and diseases that might harm the immune system. If you had a vaccine recently, the antibody titer test determines the effectiveness [...]
How Labs Ensure Humane Treatment of Research Animals
There are a lot of precautions that should be taken in making sure that the health and safety of animal residents on science campuses are being catered to. There are some animals that are used for the purpose of research and testing, and most of these are purchased through private vendors. The professors who work [...]
Understanding Pineal Cysts
You may not know it but bouts of headaches or nausea may be caused by “sacs” that grow in your brain. Such symptoms are due to structures called pineal gland cysts that look like sacs and are filled with fluid. They are generally harmless but once they have grown considerably, these cysts may lead to [...]
Knee Pain And Surgery
There are many health conditions which can cause knee pain and the kinds of knee surgeries to treat these conditions are varied as well. Though some non-surgical treatments can be attempted as an initial treatment, there may be some situations where a knee surgery may be necessary. The meniscus is an important shock-absorbing piece of [...]
Homeopathic Options For Surgery Recovery
Surgery has proven to be an effective way to treat major health problems. In fact, it has dramatically improved the lifespan of many people due to rapid technological innovation. However, there is one aspect that surgery cannot prevent and that is invasive procedures and treatment. Most of the time, a surgical procedure is necessary in [...]
