Cold sores or fever blisters are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1). As per studies carried out by the World Health Organization (WHO), it affects almost 65% adults over the age of 50. Cold sores, which are often mistaken…
Getting a swimming pool is a significant addition for your home. Usually, you must have come across three choices for swimming pools: concrete pools, vinyl pools, and fiberglass pools. Among these three options, a fiberglass pool is increasingly gaining popularity.…
Cold sores are painful red small blisters that occur on the sides of the lips. Not only are they irritating, but also highly unattractive. These are caused mainly by irregular and inadequate diet and sometimes even due to close or…
A chronic cough is not a disease; it is rather a symptom and can cause great discomfort. Basically, the treatments are to cure the underlying malady. Based on the history of the case, a chronic cough would generally be diagnosed as caused…
Deciding on which type of swimming pool to get can be an overwhelming task. Therefore, if you are in such a dilemma as to which swimming pool -fiberglass or concrete- you should choose, here are some reasons that indicate why…
Asthma is the result of an interplay between hereditary tendencies and environmental factors. The exact cause of the disease is not known nor is there any cure. There are many who experience mild symptoms of asthma and seldom require an occasional…
Are you afraid of heart diseases? Want to prevent an unhealthy heart? Then cholesterol is what you need to control first. For this, you must give up the consumption of food items that are rich in fats. There are several…
Any installation needs preparation, the more you are equipped the much easier it becomes for you to manage and install things. When it comes to above ground pool installation having the right set of tools will ensure an efficient execution.…
Cold and flu are two conditions which, despite being similar, are distinct when compared to the symptoms experienced. Cold, generally, starts with an itchy throat and a little congestion. The onset of flu, however, is more sudden. When one has…
Maytag appliances comprise of a variety of cooking devices, washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers, drying machines and vending machines. The Maytag selection of dryers includes gas varieties and electric ones as well. The Maytag washer reviews give a thumbs-up to the…
With the sweltering heat outside, stay cool inside your home this summer. The only thing that you need to do is to make sure that your HVAC system is working in perfect condition. Give it a thorough check to rule…
The excessive pressure on the blood vessels is the reason why blood pressure level rises and damages vital organs of the body, causing various diseases in the process. If left undiagnosed, hypertension can lead to serious health problems. A few…
Like all electronic gadgets, your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system also requires regular maintenance and repair. Though the companies, which make these systems, provide technicians who install and provide HVAC services, they may be more expensive and less…
Congestion in medical usage means an unusual accumulation of body fluids. This normally occurs as a natural bodily reaction to infections and allergies. The immune system protects the body by the activities of the white blood cells called Leucocytes. There…
Hypertension, for which high blood pressure is a common symptom, is a risk to life as it increases the chances of heart attacks, strokes, and also death. It is caused by the pressure exerted by the blood against the walls…
With so many brands of drain cleaners available in the market, it becomes quite overwhelming to choose the right cleaner for your home. Here are few features that you should look while narrowing down the best drain cleaner. The purpose…
Is dietary fiber the magical cure for your constipation woes? Is eating fiber important or is it all just hype? How does a lack of fiber in the diet can be a cause of constipation? Let us find out. But…
A medication guide is supplied with a prescription drug and it is very important to understand the same. The user should clear all doubts with his/her health provider and should be clear on how to use the inhaler and handle…
Constipation means infrequent or difficult bowel movements. Most people experience occasional problems with normal bowel movements. But if constipation lasts for weeks and months on end, it is termed as chronic. Symptoms of constipation have 1-2 bowel movements in a…
Heartburn has been a recurring problem amongst the majority of the population. Heartburn treatment is often dismissed as it is not considered a serious enough problem. But why live with the condition that can be prevented? To help the nip…
Chronic constipation is a condition of infrequent and difficult bowel movements for three months or longer. Without chronic constipation treatment, the condition can worsen and may also cause other health problems. Treatment Options For treatment of constipation, some lifestyle and…
When there is a problem of drainage in your kitchen sink or bathtub, it becomes an annoying affair. A blocked drain can turn into a smelly one and turns into a huge hassle if not resolved on time. For many…
Heartburn is getting increasingly common in everyone’s daily lives. Though it is a problem that people tend to brush off as a minor inconvenience, it can have serious repercussions to a person’s overall health. It is pointless to suffer in…
One can get infected with pneumonia from many sources. The source of an infection helps the diagnosis as there are some organisms specific to the sources. Even hospitals and health care institutions which cater to long-term nursing for chronic illness,…
Maytag is a USA-based manufacturer of home appliances. The varied range of Maytag appliances comprises of cooking equipment, dishwashers, washing machines, clothes dryers and vending units. The Maytag range of products is known for their quality performance and efficient after-sales…
An irregular or difficult bowel movement that lasts for many weeks at a time is termed as chronic constipation. Constipation is a common condition and diagnosed as such when bowel movements are confined to one or two a week. When…
Diarrhea is a common condition affecting both children and adults. Diarrhea causes loose stools. This can increase the frequency of the bowel movement. Acute diarrhea can last for a week to two while chronic diarrhea can take up to a…
Plumbing issues are extremely common, for both old and new homes. Some problems are rectified by the house owners themselves like a leaky faucet or a blocked drain. There comes a need to hire a proper plumbing services agent when…
Cholesterol, though essential for the body to function, in excess can lead to many health problems. An unhealthy diet or a dysfunctional liver can cause an increase in cholesterol levels in the body. This leads to the formation of plaques…
Diarrhea is loose stools along with frequent bowel movements. Acute diarrhea lasts for a week or two; chronic diarrhea can last more than four weeks. There can be many different causes of diarrhea. Causes Chronic diarrhea causes differ from the…