Anemia is a condition marked by a reduction in the hemoglobin levels due to lower than normal red blood cell count. It is commonly felt that anemia is related to iron deficiency, but it can also develop due to other causes. The article explains all about the main types of anemia: Iron-deficiency anemia Among the main types of anemia, one of the most common types is iron-deficiency anemia. This is a condition where deficiency of iron leads to the lack of red blood cells. This usually happens due to dietary shortage of iron, excess blood loss among women during menstruation, and the side effects of certain medications. Iron-deficiency anemia is treated by increasing the sources of iron in one’s diet, and in severe cases, iron supplements may also be prescribed to treat the condition. Additionally, treatment for an underlying condition like tumors and ulcers helps deal with the cause of anemia. Aplastic anemia Aplastic anemia causes the bone marrow to produce insufficient new red blood cells. The symptoms of this condition are weakness, incessant and untrollable bleeding, and frequent infections. It can be chronic and also fatal in severe cases. It may be caused by viral infections or as a side effect of certain medications, or radiation/chemotherapy may lead to this type of anemia.

Colon cancer is also called colorectal cancer and is the uncontrollable and abnormal growth of malignant cells in the colon (large intestine). It initially starts out as benign clumps of cells that are commonly known as polyps. Over time, polyps develop to grow into colon tumors. Although it majorly affects older people, it can affect people of all ages. There are many types of treatments that can be administered to a patient with colon cancer, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and surgery. If diagnosed at an early stage of growth (at the polyps stage), it is much easier to control and eliminate the cancerous tumor. Screening tests can determine the presence of tumors early, and treatment can be administered immediately. Causes of colon cancer Although there is no exact cause of colon cancer, the common causes for all cancers, in general, can be taken into account. When these cancerous activities develop in the colon, it is called colon cancer. Early warning symptoms of colon cancer Here are some common early warning symptoms of colon cancer: Change in bowel activities: When affected by colon cancer, people tend to develop symptoms like constipation (stools that are hard to pass out), diarrhea (uncontrollable and watery stools), bowel incontinence, and other odd bowel conditions that may be less severe but cause equal discomfort.

The most important thing about the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea is that someone else notices them before a patient does so themselves. That’s because one is asleep when the condition affects them and the symptoms develop. What is sleep apnea? Far from being a mildly embarrassing habit, excessively loud snoring and feeling exhausted after a night’s sleep could be an early sign and symptom of sleep apnea. In this condition, a person’s breathing stops and starts repetitively, often jerking them awake due to lack of breath. The airflow gets reduced in the upper areas of the respiratory system, and blood oxygen levels can drop dramatically, stimulating a waking reflex. When this happens repeatedly, the natural rhythm of sleep is disturbed and leads to chronic sleep deprivation. This can cause serious physical and emotional health issues, slower reflexes, lower levels of concentration, irritability, depression, diabetes, liver and heart problems, and obesity. Common signs and symptoms of sleep apnea Loud snoring : Snoring is more common than one would like to think. Studies show that nearly 40% of men and 24% of women snore habitually. However, chronic snoring that makes it impossible for one’s partner to sleep is certainly something that needs to be checked out.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition that can affect both children and adults. Having said that, lifestyle modification can help manage the symptoms. The article lists some lifestyle options for ADHD patients that can help improve their quality of life: Physical activity is helpful One of the key lifestyle options for ADHD patients is to be physically active. Children with ADHD tend to stay indoors and avoid activity. This is a mistake as physical activity can help better manage the condition. Twenty minutes of physical activity a day can be very helpful for ADHD patients. Ideally, 1 hour of physical activity broken up into three 20 minute bursts of activity must be considered. A brisk walk, a hike, supervised cycling, or a treadmill session can be extremely beneficial. Yoga has also proved helpful for many ADHD patients. Even adults need sufficient physical exercise to be fit and manage the condition better. In the case of children, it is important to allow them to choose the activity of their choice. A buddy workout, where children exercise with a friend, can motivate them to exercise and be active daily. Even playing outdoors can help. Diet plays a key role Following a well-balanced diet can keep a person healthy and boost their immunity if it has the right combination of carbs, healthy fats, and proteins.

Hepatitis C is a condition of the liver caused by the Hepatitis C virus. The disease could range from mild to severe and be short term or last for one’s lifetime. Hepatitis, if left untreated, can also cause liver cancer. Hepatitis C is characterized by the inflammation of the liver and is transmitted through body fluids like blood and semen. It is much easier to transmit hepatitis C through blood (blood transfusions, tattooing, and such) than through sexual contact or childbirth. The condition is treated using antiviral medication to eradicate the virus. Early warning signs of hepatitis C The symptoms of hepatitis C are classified based on whether the condition is acute or chronic. Acute hepatitis C Acute hepatitis C only affects a small fraction of the patients diagnosed with hepatitis C. The condition is mild, and patients recover quickly in such cases. The early warning symptoms of acute hepatitis C are: Joint pain Loss of appetite Slight fever Nausea Fatigue and weakness Abdominal pain Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin) Chronic hepatitis C Chronic hepatitis C is a long-term version of the disease, and the symptoms for this type may not appear until the condition progresses. Some early warning symptoms of chronic hepatitis C are: