Kidney Infection Signs and Symptoms
A kidney infection occurs when bacterial germs move up from the bladder to the urethras and into the kidneys. Once the germs reach the kidney area they begin to multiply and spread. There are two different types of kidney infections: Acute kidney infection and Chronic Kidney infection.
Acute kidney infection begins suddenly with severity and progresses very rapidly to resolution. Chronic kidney infection, on the other hand, progresses at a very slow rate and the severity becomes drastically worse usually ending in kidney failure. The medical term for Kidney infection is known as Pyelonephritis. (more…)
April 15, 2008
Herpes Infection - An Introduction
A herpes infection is something that just about everyone has heard about. It is considered an STD or sexually transmitted disease but you may be surprised to know that a herpes infection is more than just the one variety. In fact, cold sores, which are often something that people in every lifestyle have to deal with, are also part of the herpes virus. (more…)
April 13, 2008
Gum Infection and Its Consuequences
If you have ever been bothered by a slight pain where the teeth meet the gums, think back on what you have recently eaten that may have been jammed between the gums and your teeth. Crunchy foods are easily caught in these areas and unless removed through proper oral hygiene can lead to a gum infection that can be both painful and troublesome. Typically, food particles that are left to decay on their own not only exacerbate the problems associated with a gum infection, but they can also make your breath take on the odor of the rotting food. (more…)
April 11, 2008
How is a Chronic Sinus Infection Caused?
It is not unusual for many people to develop sinus infections once or twice a year. The body’s natural defenses do a good job at protecting itself against bacterial infections but there are some who suffer from chronic sinus infection against which some more aggressive measures may be needed. To be considered chronic, sinus infection symptoms will last more than eight weeks, will be present four or more times a year and often each episode will last longer than 20 days. (more…)
April 9, 2008
Prevention and Treatment of Ear Infection and Fever
Ear infection and fever is something that is quite common in children during their toddler years. Often times, these ear infection and fever symptoms occur during teething. This is caused by the buildup of fluid as the teeth push through. The fever can also be attributed to teething. However, it is possible to have ear infection and fever symptoms prior to teething and after teething occurs as well. (more…)
April 7, 2008
Bone Infection - How to Deal with It
Bone infection is not something that should be taken lightly. There are a number of ways to get bone infection, all of which are serious and some of which come from not receiving proper medical treatment. There are also certain types of illnesses that make a person prone to getting a bone infection.
If you have one of these illnesses, it is a good idea to check with your primary care provider on ways to prevent bone infection from occurring. If you are diagnosed with a serious illness, consider asking your primary care if you are at risk for having this type of infection. (more…)