Blood thinners are agents that reduce the viscosity of blood. High viscous blood can cause a lot of health complications. The condition where your blood thickness increases and a greater predisposition to clot formation is called hypercoagulability states. When your blood viscosity increases, you may form clots in the blood vessels. This is known as… Continue reading Does Alcohol Thin Your Blood?
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Dry Scratchy Throat
Inflammation of the pharynx, also known as sore throat, is a condition mostly caused by virus and is treatable with antiviral drugs. Bacteria that affect the respiratory tract also cause this condition though not as often as respiratory virus. Therefore, sore throat is the inflammation of pharynx or throat, implying the area between the larynx… Continue reading Dry Scratchy Throat
Slimy Poop
The appearance of your poop says something about your health. The color, size, shape, and some other fecal features may tell you about your overall health, and how the gastrointestinal tract is working. A slimy poop is that which contains excess mucus, a smooth and thick substance that is released in various parts of the… Continue reading Slimy Poop
Sore Throat at Night
Sore throat is a common condition that affects the throat. It is characterized by pain and sometimes there is difficulty in swallowing. The condition can either be caused by viruses or bacteria. This is normally self limiting condition that even without treatment should get away after three to four days or latest by a week.… Continue reading Sore Throat at Night