Parkinson’s disease is a condition of the nervous system in which the movement of the patient is affected. This is a degenerative disease, which means its intensity worsens over time.  At its onset, the symptoms are quite mild and one will not be able to notice things like tremors as it will affect only one part of the body in a very slow manner. As the condition develops with passing time and it will affect one’s walking, speaking and other daily tasks. This disease cannot be cured, but there are a few medications, which can improve the symptoms or at least keep them in check. Causes Dopamine is an important chemical, which assists in the transferring of messages to the brain and helps in movement and coordination. When your dopamine level drops, this can result in Parkinson’s disease. Norepinephrine is another neurotransmitter, which assists in the controlling of automatic body functions. Therefore, the low levels of this neurotransmitter will result in the development of this disease. Lewy bodies are the clumps of proteins found in the brain, which are considered as one of the causes of Parkinson’s disease. It has also been believed that Parkinson’s disease is generally caused due to genetic factors like a mutation in genes.

High blood pressure is medically known as hypertension. It is the most common risk factor for heart-related diseases like heart strokes, kidney-related diseases, and even eye-related diseases. High blood pressure occurs when blood pressure exceeds a certain threshold. Nowadays, it is very easy to measure blood pressure at home using home blood-pressure monitors. Hypertension has no symptom, which is why it is called as the “silent killer”. Nearly 1 billion people have hypertension. Many of the people remain unaware of their condition and those who are aware, they do not take further actions for controlling the blood pressure. How is blood pressure measured? Blood pressure, which is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg), can be defined as the amount of pressure exerted on the artery walls as blood moves through them. The following are the two measurements that are used to measure blood pressure: Systolic pressure – The measurement of the blood pressure exerted when the heart beats and forces blood around the body. Diastolic pressure – The measurement of the blood pressure when the heart is resting in between the beats. Blood pressure is represented with the systolic pressure first followed by the diastolic pressure. Thus, if the blood pressure machine denotes that the blood pressure is ‘’20 over 80” or 120/80mmHg, it means that there is a systolic pressure of 120mmHg and a diastolic pressure of 80mmHg.

A skin allergy occurs when something touches or rests against your skin and your body perceives that “something” as a threat. You may experience a skin allergy and some of the symptoms that you are bound to experience can range from swelling, rashes, welts, and bumps, blisters and more. These symptoms can vary in their severity and often disappear on their own after a while. But while your skin develops these rashes, you may also experience a severe itching sensation in the affected area. For example, if you are allergic to poison Ivy and mistakenly touch it, then your body will break out in rashes and welts. During a visit to the doctor, you may want to ask him to conduct an allergy test; as the results of the test can list out all the allergens you are susceptible to. This can help you to avoid any future skin allergies and you can take preventive measures as well. Different ways to treat a skin allergy The different ways to treat a skin allergy are Avoid contact This is the most obvious thing to do. If you are allergic to a household product or something that can be easily found in your home, then you must avoid it to prevent your skin allergy from getting worse.

Kidney disease refers to any disorder or condition that has an adverse effect on the kidneys. Several kidney problems could be early signs of chronic or acute kidney disease. It means the type of kidney disease that could get worse over time and also lead to failure of kidneys. Finding and treating such problems is critical. One should know about their body and should be in contact with their health care provider. This all is done to prevent any bigger problems that could happen in future. Some of the common kidney diseases are as follows: Alport Syndrome Diabetic Nephropathy Fabry Disease Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis Glomerulonephritis IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease) Kidney Stones Minimal Change Disease Nephrotic Syndrome Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) As we know, the only way to be sure that you have a kidney disease is to get tested. Here are some of the common symptoms that could help you identify whether you are suffering from any kidney disease or not. More tiredness, less energy, and trouble in concentrating: Decrease in kidney function can lead to the building up of toxins and impurities in the blood. This could make a person weaker than before and can make it hard to concentrate.

Sinus infection is a condition where the tissue lining of sinuses or nasal cavities become infected and swollen. It leads to the inflammation of the nasal cavity, causing some severe complications. Usually, sinuses are filled with air, but when they become blocked, they may get filled with fluid and germs. This leads to a sinus infection. A common cold, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, and deviated septum are some conditions which play a role in the blockage of the sinus. Virus, bacteria, and at times fungus cause sinus infections. It is one of the most common complications which occurs after a cold or allergy. People of all age groups are prone to this type of infection. It is essential to get the right treatment on time to prevent any complications. Treatment for sinus infections The treatment for sinus infections depends upon the type of infection, inflammation, and the root cause of the infection. The primary treatments for the infection include the use of nasal decongestant sprays like oxymetazoline, steroid nasal sprays like fluticasone, triamcinolone, and mometasone furoate, and medicines containing antihistamines and decongestants like pseudoephedrine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine, and Loratadine. Nasal irrigation (preferably with salt water), herbal treatments, antibiotics like amoxicillin, use of a steam vaporizer or cool mist humidifier, over-the-counter therapies, and pain relievers can also help.