Digestive system - Better Health Channel.
The digestive system breaks down food and delivers nutrients to every cell in the body via the bloodstream. The digestive tract starts at the mouth and ends at the anus. Organs that are part of the digestive system include the stomach, small ... [... more]
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Amyloidosis
Amyloidosis describes diseases caused by abnormal deposits in the body of the protein amyloid. Amyloidosis is a type of bone marrow disease.The symptoms of amyloidosis vary widely, depending on which tissues and organs are affected. Amyloidosis ... [... more]
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Puberty - Better Health Channel.
Puberty is the time in our lives when our sexual and reproductive organs mature. There are also many emotional changes. Puberty occurs at about 11 years for girls and 12 years for boys, give or take a year or so. Puberty can be difficult, for ... [... more]
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Rib injuries
The ribcage supports the upper body, protects internal organs including the heart and lungs, and assists with breathing. Rib injuries include bruises, torn cartilage and bone fractures. The ribcage supports the upper body, protects internal ... [... more]
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Cystocele - Better Health Channel.
A cystocele is when the bladder bulges out or protrudes into the vagina. Treatment options include hormone therapy (which may reduce some of the symptoms), the temporary insertion of a pessary to prop up the pelvic organs, and surgery. Other ... [... more]
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Weight loss and carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are the only fuel source for many vital organs, including the brain, central nervous system and kidneys. Low carbohydrate diets are popular again, even though they may be dangerous. A diet high in protein and fats can lead to ... [... more]
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Smoking - effects on your body
Nicotine is the addictive substance in tobacco that causes smokers to continue their smoking habit. Along with nicotine, smokers also inhale about 4,000 other chemicals. These chemicals harm nearly every organ in the body. Nicotine is the ... [... more]
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Peritonitis - Better Health Channel.
Peritonitis is inflammation of the membranes of the abdominal wall and organs. Peritonitis may be caused by the rupture of infected organs such as the appendix or bowel. Symptoms include strong abdominal (stomach) pain. Peritonitis is life ... [... more]
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Lycaenid Butterflies and Ants
Many Australian members of the butterfly family Lycaenidae (Blues, Coppers, Hairstreaks, Azures) have an unusual association with ants: they have specialized organs or glands that secrete substances that may attract, appease or reward ants. Many ... [... more]
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DES daughters - gynaecological changes
Women who were exposed to the drug diethylstilboestrol (DES) while in the womb can experience changes to their reproductive organs including the vagina and cervix. Changes may include vaginal adenosis, altered shape of the cervix or uterus and an ... [... more]
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Rheumatoid arthritis - Better Health Channel.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease in which inflammation (pain, heat and swelling) affects the joints and other organs of the body. The hands, feet and knees are commonly affected. There is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis but there are ways to ... [... more]
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Hysterectomy - surgical procedures
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of a woman's uterus and other organs. Reasons for this operation include abnormal menstrual bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis and cancer. A hysterectomy may be full or partial, and performed via an abdominal ... [... more]
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