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monkeypox
Illnesses
August 30, 2022

Monkeypox – All You Need to Know

Monkeypox is a rare viral zoonosis (virus infection transmitted to humans from animals) caused by the monkey virus, the Orthopoxvirus genus and in the family Poxviridae. Other members of the family include Variola virus that causes smallpox Vaccinia virus used in smallpox vaccine Cowpox virus Luckily compared with smallpox, monkeypox is less deadly. Between…
Dr C.Simon Ufelle
Illnesses
August 30, 2022

Jaundice in Newborn Babies – Causes and Treatment

Jaundice is present in newborns due to the breakdown of red blood cells. At birth, newborns have a large number of red blood cells. Days after birth, the excess red cells are broken down with the released haemoglobin. The Heme molecules (from haemoglobin) are then converted to bilirubin, a yellow…
Dr C.Simon Ufelle
bell's palsy
Illnesses
August 30, 2022

Bell’s Palsy – Symptoms and Treatment

Bell’s palsy can only be understood if we review the anatomy of the 7th cranial nerve, the facial nerve, its course, functions and the clinical correlations. The nerve has 2 pathways viz. Within the brain (Intracranial) and outside the brain (Extra cranial). Intracranial The nerve arises in the area of the…
Dr C.Simon Ufelle
eucalyptus
Herbs
August 30, 2022

Eucalyptus – A Health Essential

Eucalyptus (Eucapyptus spp.) is a tall evergreen tree native to Australia and Tasmania but has been successfully introduced into 90 countries worldwide, since the 1850s, where it is now one of the most important and widely planted genera especially the E. globulus which is largely cultivated in the subtropical and…
Pharm Uchenna Adaobi Ufelle
vitamins in fruits
Vitamins
August 24, 2022

Vitamins A & B – Benefits and Sources

Vitamins are important for the body to function properly. Hello friends! I have had this leading in my spirit for a long to discuss the above topic. This is very important at a time like this when the world is really in the fast lane; what do I mean by…
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pulmonary embolism
Illnesses
August 24, 2022

Pulmonary Embolism – Symptoms and Treatment

Pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood vessel is blocked in your lungs. It needs to be treated quickly because it is life-threatening. When blood is present outside the blood vessel, probably following trauma to the blood vessel, it is the innate response of the body to stop the bleeding and…
Dr C.Simon Ufelle
ectopic pregnancy
Illnesses
August 24, 2022

Ectopic Pregnancy – Causes and Treatment

Ectopic pregnancy occurs when implantation occurs at the wrong site. It is important to know what happens from fertilization to implantation. During fertilization, the sperm and egg unite in one of the fallopian tubes to form a zygote, then the zygote travels down the fallopian tube, where it becomes a morula. …
Dr C.Simon Ufelle
black seed nigella sativa l
HerbsSuperfoods
August 23, 2022

Black Seed (Nigella sativa L.)

Black seed has so many wonderful benefits for your health and beauty. Nature is very wonderful in helping creatures. Nature provides health solutions to mankind in various ways without upsetting the natural balance in the system. However, in modern times, more research is needed for a wider acceptance, for safety…
Pharm Uchenna Adaobi Ufelle
fatty liver disease
Illnesses
August 17, 2022

Fatty Liver Disease (Hepatic Steatosis)

Fatty liver disease (Hepatic Steatosis) is caused by abnormal accumulation of lipids particularly Triglycerides (TG) in the liver cells. Where do lipids come from? Lipids such as cholesterol, cholesteryl esters and triglycerides (TGs) are derived from the lipids in the diet or lipids that the body synthesises in the Liver. …
Dr C.Simon Ufelle
aloe vera
Herbs
August 16, 2022

Aloe Vera – The Wonder Plant

Aloe vera (Aloe barbadenesis) is a succulent, cactus-like plant, belonging to the family Alliaceae. It grows in hot, dry climates. The plant can grow up to a height of 60-100cm, mature in 4-6 years and survives for a period of nearly 50 years under favourable conditions. There are over 500…
Pharm Uchenna Adaobi Ufelle