Thermoregulation is a mechanism by which mammals maintain body temperature with tightly controlled self-regulation independent of external temperatures. Temperature regulation is a type of homeostasis and a means of preserving a stable internal temperature in order to survive. Ectotherms are animals that depend on their external environment for body heat, while endotherms are animals that use … [Read more…]
Amygdalin is found in almond. Bitter glycoside of the Rosaceae, found especially in kernels of cherries, peaches and apricots. Amygdalin is present in cold-pressed bitter almond oil from the above sources prior to enzymic hydrolysis and steam distillation for food use Amygdalin , C20H27NO11, is a glycoside initially isolated from the seeds of the tree … [Read more…]
Melanocytic Tumor/Melanoma is a growth on the skin that develops when pigment cells (melanocytes) grow in clusters. Most adults have between 10 and 40 common moles. These growths are usually found above the waist on areas exposed to the sun. They are seldom found on the scalp, breast, or buttocks. Although common moles may be … [Read more…]
What Food is High in Niacin/Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin belonging to the vitamin B family, which occurs in many animal and plant tissues, with antihyperlipidemic activity. Niacin is converted to its active form niacinamide, which is a component of the coenzymes nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and its phosphate form, NADP. These coenzymes play an … [Read more…]
What Is The Most Natural Sleep Position/ Generally, the best sleeping position for you is the one that allows you to have the most REM sleep (that magical “deep sleep” when you dream and when your eyes dart from side-to-side). All parts of the sleep cycle are important, but REM sleep is the most restorative … [Read more…]
When Should I See a Doctor For Hay Fever/Hay fever is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air.[rx] Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes.[rx] The fluid from the nose is usually clear.[rx] Symptom onset is often within minutes following exposure … [Read more…]
Hay Fever Treatment/Hay fever is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air.[rx] Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes.[rx] The fluid from the nose is usually clear.[rx] Symptom onset is often within minutes following exposure and they can affect sleep, the … [Read more…]
Plastic Surgery Indications/Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two categories. The first is reconstructive surgery which includes craniofacial surgery, hand surgery, microsurgery, and the treatment of burns. The other is cosmetic or aesthetic surgery.[rx] While reconstructive surgery aims to reconstruct a part of the body or … [Read more…]
Wound Treatment/Wounds are defined as a disruption of the normal structure and function of skin and underlying soft tissue that is caused by trauma or chronic mechanical stress (e.g., decubitus ulcers). Wounds can be broken down into acute or chronic, and open or closed. Wound treatment is performed according to pathology, the extent, and circumstances … [Read more…]
Restrictive Anorexia Nervosa is the individual suffering from restrictive anorexia is often perceived as highly self-disciplined. They restrict the quantity of food, calories and often high fat or high sugar foods. They consume far fewer calories than are needed to maintain a healthy weight. This is a heartbreaking form of self-starvation. Anorexia nervosa (AN) is … [Read more…]
Female Sexual Pain Disorders persistent or recurrent aversion and avoidance of all genital sexual contact leading to marked distress and interpersonal difficulty. Female Sexual Desire Dysfunction (or sexual malfunction or sexual disorder) is difficulty experienced by an individual or a couple during any stage of normal sexual activity, including physical pleasure, desire, preference, arousal or orgasm. According to the DSM-5, sexual dysfunction requires a … [Read more…]
Burns injury also known as combustion injury is an impairment of the tissue, which is caused by extreme heat, electricity, chemicals, friction or radiation. Concerning children, in Hungary and worldwide the most affected age group is below the age of 5 years.[rx] The most common cause of burn injury in children is scald from hot water. … [Read more…]