AIDS is an immune system disorder in which the body's ability to defend itself is greatly diminished. When human immunodeficiency virus ( HIV, the virus that causes AIDS) invades key white blood(immune) cells called T lymphocytes and multiplies, it causes a breakdown in the body's immune system, eventually leading to overwhelming infection and/ or cancer—and , ultimately, to death.Worldwide, more than 40 million people are...more
Cats, like people also suffer various health problems with most common ailments. Likewise, some are easily prevented and cured while a few are hereditary to the feline. One of the most common health issues that a cat can have are hairballs. Since cats groom themselves by licking their bodies, they tend to swallow their fur in the process. And as they continue to do so, they eventually accumulate enough which forms into a ball that...more
Canine diarrhea is not uncommon. If your pet develops this condition, you do not have to worry about anything. You have a lot of options when it comes to dealing with diarrhea, and you will be able to help your dog get out of it fast.When your pet eats something that it shouldn't have, he is posed with the risk of developing diarrhea. This is the body's reaction as it tries to flush out the substance that went inside. Instead of rushing to the vet and having your dog's condition treated there, you can try to deal with it on your own and help your pet to recover.• Minimize the quantity of food you give him. Some owners even eliminate food altogether until the dog is cured from diarrhea. However, if you cannot do this, it is best to instead lessen your pet's food intake by around half of its original amount. Based on how you know your dog, you can evaluate whether or not it will be able to sustain with only half or no amount of food for around a couple of days.• Stick to a bland diet. Aside from reducing the amount of food you give your pet, you can also reduce the flavor that goes into its food. To give your dog a bland diet, create your own meal. For instance, mix...more
When it comes to the discussion about gout symptoms, most people only circle around the obvious symptom which is the swollen big toe or some inflamed joints. They usually talk about what food triggers the attack, how severe the pain is and how high the blood uric acid level is. Most people, including medical professionals do not know...more
Canine lymphoma or also known as lymphosarcoma is the most widespread kind of cancer to impinge on dogs. Lymphoma is described as the occurrence of malignant tumors in a dog's organs, usually occurring in the spleen, lymph nodes, or the liver. Lymphoma may also be found in the digestive tract or in the eyes and skin.Lymphoma can...more
Dogs can fall victim to internal parasites. Since they spend a lot of time outside of the house exploring things with their mouths, they can catch worms and their health can be affected by this. One of the most common worms that enter dogs is roundworms, which usually infect puppies. Tapeworms can also be a large problem, especially if there is a high flea infestation.It can be difficult to diagnose whether or not your pet has worms, especially if the worms are too small to be visible to the naked eye. Whipworms are a kind of worm which can be seen in the stool of dogs, but only when it has already caused a decline in the health of your pet.It is important that worms are diagnosed as early as possible. With this, it is highly important to consult with your vet once you see symptoms in your dogs or puppies, such as weight loss and fatigue. Your vet would likely ask you for a stool sample to bring in the lab and be tested for worms.Symptoms of worms in your pet's body include the following:• Diarrhea. This is the body's reaction when something which is not supposed to be inside the body is actually in it. Your pet may have an irregular bowel movement which may cause...more
Canine Cushing's Disease or better yet known as hyperadrenocorticism is the result of the chronic overproduction of glucocorticoid in the body. This disease is believed to be an illness that is common to middle-aged and older dogs and...more
I am sure these folks have given some thought to what they are doing. They seem to be insightful and of course they are entitled to their opinion. But despite their consideration, I find their point of view to be short-sighted,...more
Great Aunt Jen's ignorance about the realities of the Depression led to her own downfall. As Billy Walker's investments dried up, so did her income, which was based on the returns of his extensive holdings. In time, she had only her...more
What is disheartening for a parent is just when they have managed to get their baby sleeping through the night, now that baby is a toddler they have toddler sleep problems. When your baby reaches the age of one or two years old, you may...more
About asthma (a lung disease)Asthma is a lung disease that causes obstruction of the airways. This results in difficulty in breathing. It is an overreaction of the body's own immune system usually caused by exposure to an allergen, a...more
You are a chain smoker who has heard a lot about electronic cigarettes. So, you finally decide that it is time for you to make the switch from tobacco to a healthier alternative. However, you are still wondering from where to purchase...more