Health Reference Guide

Health Reference Center

Health Editor — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:21:36 +0000

Health Guide

Online health guide to general health issues. The Health Reference Guide provides health information on medical symptoms and conditions to answer frequently asked health related questions. Find health information on pregnancy, common illnesses, back pain, high blood pressure and useful health tips on lowering high cholesterol to reduce the risks of heart disease.

Appendicitis

Health Editor — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 02:11:06 +0000

Health Guide

Appendicitis: Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a tube of tissue that extend from the large intestine. Appendicitis is a medical condition that requires prompt medical attention. In most cases of appendicitis, an appendectomy will be performed to remove the appendix. Left untreated, an inflamed appendix can burst and infect the abdominal cavity.

Glycosuria

Health Editor — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 14:45:45 +0000

Health Reference Guide

Glycosuria: Glycosuria is the medical term for high or abnormally high levels of sugar in the urine.

Thyrotoxicosis

Health Editor — Thu, 05 Sep 2002 05:17:15 +0000

Health Guide

Thyrotoxicosis: Thyrotoxicosis is over-activity of the thyroid gland. Medical conditions related to the endocrine system can result in abnormal weight gain or weight loss, height issues or kidney failure in some cases. Thyrotoxicosis is also called hyperthyroidism, the medical condition resulting from excessive production of thyroid hormones.