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What is Applied Kinesiology: Definition & Overview
Definition & Overview Applied Kinesiology (AK) is a method of diagnosing and treating a variety of functional illnesses by observing the muscles of the body and identifying locations wherein muscle weakness is prevalent. AK uses several approaches when performing a…
What is 30-Month Well-Baby Checkup: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition and Overview A 30-month well-baby checkup is one of the series of routine visits recommended for all babies starting from birth. The purpose of these visits is to ensure the child’s health and assess his development on the basis…
What is Vitamin K Deficiency?
Vitamin K is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that is important to bone and heart health, as well as blood clotting and brain function. A deficiency of vitamin K is rare in healthy adults due to its presence in a variety…
What is Hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism refers to a condition in which the thyroid gland produces less hormone than normal. These hormones regulate the body’s metabolism (turning food into energy and controlling the speed of cell growth). The condition can be congenital (present from birth),…
What is Secondary Syphilis?
Venereal syphilis, commonly known as simply “syphilis”, is an infection caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum (subspecies pallidum). Syphilis is spread by direct contact with an infected individual, such as:[1][2][3] Sexual contact From mother to fetus in utero Via blood…
What is Premenstrual Syndrome?
The term premenstrual syndrome (PMS) describes a variety of physical and emotional changes that may occur in a woman in the days before her menstrual period begins. This condition is very common, and affects the majority of menstruating women in…
What is COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019), formerly known as 2019-nCoV?
This is based on the evolving but still limited knowledge of the new coronavirus. It will be updated as new scientifically credible information becomes available. COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) COVID-19 is the disease resulting from infection by a new respiratory…
What is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
Systemic Lupus erythematous (SLE) is a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks normal cells (an autoimmune condition). The reason why this happens is not well understood, but certain medications, smoking and having a family member with SLE all…
What is the Human Herpesvirus (HHV)?
A herpesvirus family is a group of viruses that can infect both animals and humans. Over 130 species of herpes virus are known, but only eight of these are known to infect humans. These, collectively, are known as human herpesvirus,…
What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. It is estimated that about one in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer.[1] Breast cancer is most common in women over 50 years of age, though it can…
What is Plantar Warts?
Plantar warts, sometimes called verrucas, are a type of wart found on the sole of the foot or the toes, most commonly in weight-bearing locations such as the heel. They are a very common type of wart, especially in children,…
What is Appendix pain?
Appendix pain Appendix pain is typically described as pain or discomfort in the abdominal area (the belly), in the lower right side, where the appendix is located. Medically speaking, there is no such thing as “appendix pain”, even though the…