Ovary Problems
Ovary Problems These can be infection, cysts, lumps or cancer of the ovaries. What to look for feeling of fullness or pressure on one side of the abdomen. abdominal pain during intercourse. sharp abdominal pain. irregular vaginal bleeding or absent menstrual periods. increase in facial or body hair. irregularities in bowel movements or urination. Many […]
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis This is a crippling disease affecting both men and women caused by a lack of calcium. What to look for The condition may cause no symptoms at all or alternatively these may occur:- backache. a gradual loss of height and a stooped back. fractures and breaks occur easily. loss of bone in the jaw. […]
Oral Cancer
Oral Cancer What to look for… A whitish or red patch of tissue instead of the normal pink flesh in the oral cavity may signal a potential pre-cancerous condition. If left untreated, the discoloured patch may grow and become painful. The symptoms of oral cancer may include: – a persistent painful lump inside the mouth […]
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder This is a disorder in which the person needs to follow certain set patterns or routines that may be complicated or tiresome. What to look for You may have obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviour or both. For obsession: involuntary and persistent thoughts that appear to be senseless, such as an overwhelming fear […]
Obesity
Obesity This is a term given to people who are more than 20% over their ideal body weight. Whatv to look for weighing 20 percent more than your ideal body weight. Simply put, if you consume more calories than you burn, you will gain weight. Some people will tend to burn far more calories than […]