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This A-Z of Wellness Information covers a wide variety of subjects related to Wellness. |
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.Acne Acne is a common inflammatory disorder of the sebaceous glands. Aging The study of the aging process is known as gerontology and research in this area is moving towards a better understanding of the physical aging process AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) AIDS is a syndrome first identified in Los Angeles in 1981 and a description of the causative virus, the human immunodeficiency virus, was made in 1983. Alcoholism Alcoholism is a syndrome caused by a physical dependence on alcohol. Autism and Asperger's Syndrome The cause of Autism is not clearly understood, genetic factors and brain damage may play a significant role. Blood Pressure Blood pressure is defined as the pressure of the blood against the walls of the main arteries. Cholesterol Cholesterol is a type of fat that has specific functions in the body. Colds and Flu Colds and flu are caused by several different strains of the influenza virus. Constipation Constipation is a common disorder characterized by retention of faeces in the colon beyond the normal emptying time. Cortisone Cortisone is the name used to describe a group of corticosteroids secreted by the adrenal cortex or manufactured synthetically. Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes mellitus is often simply called Diabetes and is a serious chronic disease characterized by abnormalities in the metabolism of carbohydrate, protein and fat. Diverticular Disease Diverticular disease is a condition in which there are diverticular (blind pouches) in the colon associated with lower abdominal pain and disturbed bowel patterns. Eczema Eczema is a common skin disease characterized by reddening and vesicle formation on the skin which is usually itchy and can lead to weeping, crusting, oedema, and scaling. Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by pain in the fibrous tissue components of the muscles without any inflammation. Gallstones Most disorders of the extrahepatic biliary tract are related to gallstone problems. Gout Gout is one of the oldest diseases recorded in medical history. Hay Fever The medical name for hay fever is allergic rhinitis. Hiatus Hernia A hiatus hernia is associated with reflux of acid gastric contents into the oesophagus. Infertility Infertility is usually diagnosed when a couple fails to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse. Kidney or Renal Problems The symptoms and presentation of kidney disease are a direct consequence of the portion of the nephron (active unit of excretion in the kidney) that has been most affected. Menopause The child bearing period of a woman’s life lasts about 35 years. Spastic Colon or Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS) Although spastic colon is one of the most common of all gastrointestinal disorders, its precise nature and cause is not fully understood. Thyroid The thyroid is a large endocrine gland situated at the base of the neck. Triglycerides The properties of triglycerides (TGs) are determined by the proportion and chemical structure of the constituent fatty acids (FAs).
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