Causes Varicose veins usually affect people who are middle-aged or older and occur as a result of the veins losing their elasticity. Women are more likely to be affected than men and there may also be a genetic link. Increased abdominal pressure during pregnancy can also cause a temporary form of this condition to develop. […]

Causes Vaccines contain weakened or dead cells of a disease or cells from a non-virulent, similar disease. In most cases, the vaccines are administered through injection, though sometimes they can be taken orally. These create an immune response so that if that pathogen is encountered again in the future, the body will be better equipped […]

Causes Hypothyroidism (under-active thyroid) can occur because of an insufficiency with the thyroid gland itself (primary hypothyroidism) or because of inadequate amounts of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) being produced by the pituitary gland (secondary hypothyroidism). Another cause can be Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune condition that attacks the thyroid tissue. An autoimmune condition, called Grave’s disease, […]

Causes Surgery can range from a simple tooth extraction to an organ transplant. Some surgery may be essential to ensure a person’s quality of life, whereas other procedures may be an optional form of treatment or simply cosmetic. Minor surgery may only require local anaesthetic, while major surgery usually requires general anaesthetic, where the patient is unconscious. Both the surgery itself and the […]

Causes Warts are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which is transmitted through direct contact with a person who has the virus or an infected surface. This is more likely to occur if the skin surrounding the wart is wet or broken. It can be months after a person has come into contact with the […]

Causes Severe vitamin D deficiency can make a person more susceptible to skin problems and infections. Other internal factors include low immunity, fungal or yeast infestation, bacterial or viral infection, digestive problems, poor diet, inadequate liver function and drinking alcohol. External factors include exposure to toxic chemicals and metals through cosmetics, cleaning products, detergents and […]

Causes  Scleroderma is an autoimmune condition, where the immune system attacks the connective tissue beneath the skin and in other parts of the body. Fibrosis, the thickening and scarring of connective tissue, which is a primary characteristic, is caused by inflammation. The circulation problem, Raynaud’s, can lead on to this disease developing. Having a close […]

Causes  This condition sometimes runs in families, indicating that certain combinations of genes may make a person more susceptible to being affected. Symptoms of Schizophrenia can be induced temporarily by taking the hallucinogenic drug Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD). Consuming wheat can contribute towards neurological problems because the gluten it contains can damage the bowel and […]

Causes  Some people may be more likely to suffer from rheumatic diseases because of a genetic link and family history of the condition. Alternatively, they may have simply subjected the affected joint to too much wear and tear. Infection, injury and excess weight can contribute to the strain on the joints. Hormonal imbalance or an […]

Causes  Pyroluria, or pyrrole disorder, occurs when many chemicals called pyrroles are produced in the body and attach themselves to nutrients such as zinc, manganese and vitamin B-6, preventing these vital substances from being used by the body. In time, this can result in severe deficiencies. This disorder is also referred to as haemopyrollactamuria (HPU). […]