The thick, spiky leaves of the tropical aloe vera plant contain juice rich in substances that reduce inflammation and stimulate skin growth. This juice has long been used to treat burns, insect bites and other skin irritations and modern research...
Bacteria want to use your body for nourishment. To help them attain this goal, they have several weapons at their disposal. Among these weapons are toxins, which are poisons designed to harm your cells and tissues. Some can activate enzymes that...
Bacterial and fungal infections cause infective endocarditis, or the inflammation of the innermost layer of the heart. Many bacteria and fungi can cause this heart disease, but just a small number of them cause the majority of the infections....
G6PD deficiency occurs when your body does not produce adequate amounts of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, an enzyme that assists proper red blood cell function. This inherited condition affects about 400 million people worldwide, according to...
Skin tags are a common, small, benign tumor of the skin. They are painless and have an irregular shape, often appearing like a small berry. Most skin tags can be removed with topically applied products or home remedies. Larger skin tags may...
Hundreds of different surgical instruments have been invented that enable surgeons to operate effectively, efficiently and, ultimately, to save lives. Many surgical instruments are highly specialized and specific. However, a core group of surgical...
