what is it? Self-esteem is a psychological concept that refers to a person’s overall positive or negative judgment of themselves. The esteem one will have of oneself will depend on many parameters. The surrounding, the education, the personality, the physical capacity s and intellectual, etc … are all variables that will influence the judgment we make about ourselves. Self-esteem is built during childhood and will evolve over time with experiences of success and failure. A low self-esteem can lead to […]
Category: Common Diseases
Trisomy 18, what is it? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Trisomy 18 is characterized by the presence of an extra chromosome 18, within certain cells of the body or in each of these cells. Two forms of the disease are known and the severity of Trisomy depends on it. Definition of trisomy 18 Trisomy 18, also known as Edwards Syndrome, is a disease caused by chromosomal […]
Triglycerides: all you need to know about these lipids Symptoms and Treatment
Description of triglycerides Triglycerides are essential lipids for the body. Allowing the storage of fatty acids, they constitute an important reserve of energy. Triglycerides can come from the diet but can also be synthesized within the body. When there is too much in the blood, an excess of triglycerides exposes the body to complications. Hypertriglyceridemia is a cardiovascular risk […]
Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The hyperhidrosis, Greek HIDROSmeaning sweat, means excessive sweat production. On the basis of what criterion can we describe perspiration as “excessive”? If excess sweat appears obvious in the case of fever or hot flash, it is more difficult to identify when it is not associated with a particular disease or condition. Hyperhidrosis can be considered as any unpleasant sweating that is difficult to control by […]
Toxoplasmosis (toxoplasma) Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by infection with a parasite ( Toxoplasma gondii ). It is usually transmitted to humans by domestic animals, especially cats , or by ingesting undercooked meat. It is a benign disease for most people, but it can sometimes cause some flu-like symptoms. The disease can be dangerous for people with weakened immune systems or for pregnant women because it […]
What is tracheitis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The tracheitis means an inflammation of the lining of the trachea . The trachea is an organ that is part of the respiratory system. Having the appearance of a tube a few centimeters long, it starts at the level of the larynx and goes down to the bronchi. Its main role is to convey the air that enters through the mouth to […]
Fat cough Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Fat cough, also called productive cough, is manifested by the presence of sputum, or consecutive sputum, from the throat or lungs, as opposed to the dry, so-called “nonproductive” cough. Comprised of water, mucus, and often bacteria, viruses and white blood cells, these secretions are a more or less thick liquid that can be expelled through the mouth […]
Thrombosis Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A thrombosis is a blood clot known as thrombus forming in a blood vessel and obstructing. The clot can form in a vein or an artery. We then speak respectively of venous thrombosis (or phlebitis) and arterial thrombosis. The most serious complication of venous thrombosis is pulmonary embolism, where the clot detaches itself from the place where it has formed and migrates to the pulmonary artery, which can lead to […]
Tetraplegia Symptoms and Treatment
What is it? Quadriplegia is characterized by involvement of the four limbs (two upper limbs and two lower limbs). It is defined as paralysis of the arms and legs caused by lesions in the spinal cord. The sequelae may be more or less important depending on the location of the vertebral lesions. It is a motor impairment […]
Tetanus Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Tetanus is a disease caused by Clostridium titanic bacteria. The toxin produced by this bacterium affects the nervous system and causes painful muscle paralysis (or spastic paralysis). Tetanus is a serious and deadly disease in about 50% of cases, down to 15% with intensive care treatment. Tetanus is difficult to treat and requires hospitalization in intensive care unit. There is a vaccine against tetanus. Recommended in Canada and mandatory […]