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MENTAL DISORDERS

INTRODUCTION  A multifaceted issue which affects the millions of people across the world are mental disorders which are also known as mental-health conditions. These conditions are complex and can affect the thoughts,feelings and behavior of an individual which makes everyday life a big challenge for everyone around that person.  They are very common and can affect anyone regardless of age,background or socioeconomic status. As per the estimation of World Health Organization,approximately 1 in 4 people experience mental health conditions at some point of time in their lives. Such disorders significantly impact the families and communities of an affected individual and they can also have economic and social consequences.  In this blog post, we will explore the different types of mental disorders along with its causes,risk factors,symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and Management.  It is also necessary to understand the importance of mental health,the prevalenc...

HEPATITIS

INTRODUCTION  A medical condition which is characterized by the inflammation of the liver is known as Hepatitis. It is mostly caused by viral infections,however it can also get triggered by other methods such as exposure to toxins,certain medications or autoimmune diseases.  In this blog post,we will explore about the disease Hepatitis by knowing about its types,causes,symptoms,diagnosis, treatment options and prevention strategies.  TYPES OF HEPATITIS  There are various types of Hepatitis each with its own unique characteristics and mode of transmission. The five types of Hepatitis are as follows: ●Hepatitis A:   This is a basic type of Hepatitis which is primarily spread by the fecal-oral route,mostly through contaminated food or water. It is usually self-limiting and does not lead to chronic infection.  ●Hepatitis B:   This type is mainly transmitted by bodily fluids such as blood,semen and vaginal fluids. It can cause both a...

MARASMUS and KWASHIORKOR

INTRODUCTION  The human body requires several nutrients to function properly, if such requirements are not fulfilled then the body suffers from malnutrition. It happens due to unbalanced diet which may be lacking in nutritious food or the person has certain medical conditions. It can be caused due to poverty which means limited access to nutritious food,insecurity of food or some conditions which affect the absorption of food in the body. Malnutrition have several consequences such as impaired growth and development which can be seen in small children,immune system becomes weak which makes the body more susceptible to infections, the risk of developing a chronic disease increases. The root cause of malnutrition should be addressed by providing access to nutritious food and healthcare so that it can be prevented and managed. In this blog post,we will explore two of the diseases which arise because of malnutrition:- MARASMUS and KWASHIORKOR. Their symptoms, causes and ris...

Exploring Diseases:Infectious and Non-Infectious

INTRODUCTION  The conditions which can impair the normal body functions thus causing harm to humans health are known as Diseases. They can be caused by several factors which includes genetics,lifestyle choices,environmental factors and pathogens. They can be broadly classified into two categories:infectious and non-infectious. It is essential to understand the difference between these two types of diseases so that effective prevention and treatment strategies could be developed.  In this blog post,we will explore the characteristics of infectious and non-infectious diseases, their examples and causes as well. INFECTIOUS DISEASES  The conditions which can be caused by bacteria,viruses,Fungi or parasites are known as infectious diseases. Such diseases spread from person to person through different means which can include: • Direct Contact :An individual comes in direct contact if he/she touches or shakes hand with an infected individual.  • Indirect Contact...