Introduction Postherpetic neuralgia is the most common complication of shingles. The condition affects nerve fibres and skin, causing burning pain that lasts long after the rash and blisters of shingles disappear. The chickenpox (herpes zoster) virus causes shingles. The risk of postherpetic neuralgia increases with age, primarily affecting people older than 60. There’s no cure,…
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a condition that affects a woman physically and emotionally and causing changes in behaviour during certain days of the menstrual cycle, generally just before her menses. PMS is a very common condition. Its symptoms affect more than 90% of women in the reproductive age. It is important to get a proper diagnosis…
Plantar warts are small growths that usually appear on the heels or other weight-bearing areas of the feet. This pressure may also cause plantar warts to grow inward beneath a hard, thick layer of skin (callus). Plantar warts are caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). The virus enters the body through tiny cuts, breaks or…
Introduction Piriformis syndrome is an uncommon neuromuscular disorder that is caused when the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve. The piriformis muscle is a flat, band-like muscle located in the buttocks near the top of the hip joint. This muscle is important in lower body movement because it stabilizes the hip joint and lifts and…
Introduction There’s a type of cyst that develops at the bottom of coccyx or tailbone. It’s called a pilonidal cyst. It can become infected and filled with pus. Once infected, the technical term is “pilonidal abscess,” and it can be painful. It looks like a big pimple at the bottom of the tailbone. It is more…
Piles is the common term for the ano rectal disease called haemorrhoids. It dates back to early history of humans when we started walking on erect posture. Piles in simple terms denotes the swollen veins in the anus and rectum. It can affect anyone but people with continuous sitting habit & chronic constipation are more…
Introduction Pelvic Inflammatory Disease is an infection of the genital tract and reproductive organs in women. It most often occurs when the causative organism, mostly bacteria spread from the vagina to the uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries. This infection may happen naturally or it can be sexually transmitted. PID is most common in sexually active…
Introduction A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Panic attacks can be very frightening. When panic attacks occur, the person may feel that he is having a heart attack or even dying. Many people have just one or…
Introduction The pancreas is a long, flat gland that sits tucked behind the stomach in the upper abdomen. The pancreas produces enzymes that help digestion and hormones that help regulate the way human body processes sugar (glucose). Pancreatitis is inflammation in the pancreas. Pancreatitis can occur as acute — meaning it appears suddenly and lasts…
Bone spurs, or Osteophytes, are smooth, bony growths, usually near joints. They develop over time in patients with arthritis or joint damage. The feet, hands, knees and spine often develop bone spurs. A healthy lifestyle can delay symptoms like pain, stiffness, and limited motion. Medications, physical therapy, and surgery may help. In most cases, it…
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