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Chronic inflammation: a central mechanism in human systemic deterioration, aging, heart attacks, dementia, and cancer. Abstract Inflammation is a crucial physiological response that enables the body to defend against external and internal aggressions. However, when it becomes chronic and dysregulated,…
Continue ReadingMediterranean High in fruits, vegetables, olive oil, fish, legumes. Low in red meat and ultra-processed foods. Reduces cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurodegenerative risk. Promotes longevity. May be hard to maintain in Western countries. Moderate cost. Significant reduction in chronic disease and…
Continue ReadingIf you have chronic diarrheas gases, abdominal pain, weight loss, dermatitis, perhaps you have the CelÃaca disease. Definition Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disease triggered by gluten exposure in genetically predisposed individuals. It is characterized by an abnormal immune…
Continue ReadingBreast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related death among women globally. It originates in the breast tissue, most commonly in the ducts or lobules, and may spread locally or metastasize to distant…
Continue ReadingObesity is a chronic, multifactorial disease characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat, posing serious health risks and reducing life expectancy. It is typically defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. The global prevalence of obesity…
Continue ReadingBipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by intense mood swings, including manic highs and depressive lows, which can disrupt sleep, energy, behavior, and decision-making. Symptoms start between age 15 to 25 years. Usually with an episode of depression.…
Continue ReadingThe acute block of the pulmonary arteries by blood clots that most of the time arising from the lower extremities. Sudden shortness of breath and edema in one or both legs, require prompt medical evaluation, mortality rate is 5 to…
Continue ReadingProstate cancer develops when cells in the prostate gland mutate and multiply uncontrollably. The exact cause is unknown, but factors such as age, ethnicity, and family history can increase the risk. Ethnicity Prostate cancer incidence varies among ethnic groups. African…
Continue Reading– Testicular pain can present as acute (sudden and severe) or chronic (painful and persistent). – Acute testicular pain can indicate a medical emergency. It is sudden, can be unbearable, and is associated with symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.…
Continue ReadingPlantar fasciitis is a painful condition that affects the sole of the foot, specifically the plantar fascia, a thick tissue that connects the heel to the toes and supports the arch of the foot. It is the inflammation of the…
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