Author Archives: hta
AUTISM
A childhood originating disorder of marked introversion and withdrawal, characterized by delayed speech development, learning disabilities, periods of silence interspersed … More
TONSILLITIS
Inflammation of the tonsils, glands of lymph tissue at the entrance of the throat that act as filters to protect … More
TUBERCULOSIS
Usually known as TB, it is a highly contagious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Commonly affects the lungs, but can … More
TUMORS
Abnormal tissue growths that may be benign or malignant. Benign growths occur as independent entities in the body without metastatic … More
ULCERATIVE COLITIS
Ulceration of the mucous membranes of the colon. Usual causes are food allergies, improper digestion and a diet rich in … More
ULCERS
Lesions of the mucous membranes along the gastrointestinal tract. For skin ulcers see under BEDSORES. Peptic ulcer risks include genetic … More
UNDERWEIGHT
Body mass index less than 20 (see SERVICES – Individualized Programs). Although overweight is a major health risk in modern … More
URINARY TRACT INFECTION
There are several of these, and bladder problems and kidney stones have been already reviewed (see appropriate sections). Risk factors … More
VAGINITIS
Inflammation of the vagina also known as colpitis, is one of the most frequent female complaints, six times more common … More
VARICOSE VEINS
Enlarged, swollen, twisted superficial veins, mainly in the legs, caused by defective vein valves allowing blood to flow back and … More
