By Shelley Moore
Cleft lip, cleft palate or the presence of both are all common birth defects, occurring in about 1 in 700 live births globally, according to a 2008 issue of "Science Daily." Scientists attribute this clefting to negative environmental factors or genetic components, meaning the condition sometimes is hereditary. In a cleft lip or palate, proper fusing does not take place. Cleft palates...
By Jay Wren
Migraines are vascular headaches that activate the sympathetic nervous system and cause debilitating reactions in different individuals. Although migraines affect at least 28 million Americans per year, most of the sufferers are women. Untreated migraines can last anywhere from a few hours to 72 hours. Knowing what the symptoms of a migraine are can help you get treated and on your feet faster....
By Tiesha Whatley
Growing back hair after sudden and drastic hair loss can be a difficult task. The normal hair growth rate is 6 inches per year. This may seem like a slow rate for certain people, especially if they are still losing hair at a much faster rate than it is growing back. The only way that hair will seem longer is if hair is retained while it is growing back. It is also possible to speed up the growth...
By Valencia Higuera
There are people who can grow long, beautiful hair with no effort. Meanwhile, others deal with slow hair growth. However, there are several ways to promote fast hair growth. Often times, unhealthy habits and poor conditioning results in hair loss or slow growth. The key to fast hair growth is pinpointing the factors that hinder growth, and taking action to strengthen and improve the overall...
By Kevin Rail
Yohimbe was originally used many years ago in Africa as an herbal tea to treat fevers, colds and infections. It was also used as an aphrodisiac. It is derived from the bark of a tree that stands 90 feet tall and it is used in the form of powder, liquids, pills and capsules. In America, it has gained quite a bit of prominence as well. When used correctly and as prescribed, people can increase...
By Jessica Lietz
People of any age, from infants to adults can develop acne at any time. Acne can be painful and embarrassing and may result in significant scarring on the face if severe cases are not treated. Skin care techniques, such as regular washing with mild ingredients to remove dirt and oil and kill bacteria, can help to prevent acne. Regular hand washing can prevent the transfer dirt, bacteria and...
By Timothy Sexton
Skin rashes can run the gamut from the very minor to the very serious. While most rashes are nothing to get too terribly concerned about, it is important to learn to recognize the particulars involved in case a rash develops that actually is a symptom of a more serious skin condition. Many rashes may look alike, but most have at least minor telltale differences that make them easily...
By Ocean Malandra
The prostate gland is located between the testicles and the anus. It is responsible for secreting a fluid that is part of ejaculation, and it helps the sperm survive within the vagina. The prostate gland naturally enlarges during the lifespan of all men, and it may become problematic due to age or disease related factors. The most common form of enlarged prostate is caused by age and is know as...