Cat scratch disease occurs more often in the fall and winter. In the United States, about 22,000 cases are diagnosed annually, most of them in people under the age of 21. This may be because children are more likely to play with cats and be bitten or scratched. More than 90% of people with the […]

Usually, if you suffer from heartburn 2 or more times per week for at least 12 weeks, there’s a good chance that your diagnosis would be GERD. Unfortunately, no one knows exactly what causes acid reflux disease, but there is an ample amount of information available at your doctor’s office and on the Internet. The […]

”; Gingivitis is the most common form of gum disease. This swelling and inflammation of the gingiva is typically caused by a build-up of plaque. Symptoms of this form of gum disease include swollen or tender gums, and bleeding, even when gently brushing the teeth. Treatment of gingivitis involves visits with a periodontist, who will […]

The cases of Lymes disease in Australia have increased in the last few years. What’s more scary is the fact that most doctors find it really difficult to diagnose cases of Lyme disease in Australia. Recent studies have also found that Lyme disease can be genetic. Recently, a few researchers have discovered a genetic/hereditary factor […]

”; Celiac disease is a digestive condition triggered by consumption of the protein gluten, which is found in bread, pasta, cookies, pizza crust and many other foods containing wheat, barley or rye. Oats may contain gluten as well. When a person with celiac disease eats foods containing gluten, an immune reaction occurs in the small […]