A stroke is a medical emergency, it occurs when the blood flow to your brain is stopped due to some reason. When the cells in your brain stop receiving blood, they start to die, and this causes serious damage to the brain. There are serious symptoms associated with a stroke, they can lead to lasting disabilities and even death in some cases. There are a variety of causes and types of strokes, read along to know about the three most common types of strokes: Transient ischemic attack: This type of stroke qualifies as a mini stroke or a warning to the actual stroke. TIA is due when a tiny clot temporarily blocks the blood flow to the brain, the symptoms of a TIA usually last only for a short period. Ischemic stroke: An ischemic stroke is similar to the transient ischemic stroke, but it lasts longer and can be more fatal than the latter. The blood clot in this case is usually due to atherosclerosis, which is a large quantity of fatty deposits located on the inner lining of a blood vessel. If the portion gets too much, it then breaks off and results in blocking the blood flow to the brain.

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease which results in the inflammation of the GI tract. The gastrointestinal (GI) tract goes all the way down from the mouth to the anus, and any part of it can get affected by this chronic disorder. A combination of hereditary, immune, and environmental factors collectively results in the development of this chronic inflammatory disorder. The ileum or small intestine which goes on to join the large intestine is affected by signs and symptoms of Crohn’s disease that can be identified owing to the following causes. Genetics can be responsible in a number of ways, which can lead to an early onset Crohn’s disease. The immune system is responsible for fighting against abnormalities that lead to the development of chronic disorders, which is why a weak immune system can aggravate the condition. Unidentified external environmental factors like certain bacteria and infections can also be triggers which lead to developing signs and symptoms of Crohn’s disease. Signs and symptoms Crohn’s disease: Frequent diarrhea: Loose, watery stools, abdominal cramps, pain in the abdomen, and fever are some of the most common indicators of diarrhea . Frequent diarrhea attacks are one of the disturbing symptoms of Crohn’s disease and immediate medical attention is recommended.

As a kid, you may have at least once suffered from chickenpox. If you are not well acquainted with what chickenpox is, then you can go back to your memory and think of that one time where yours or your friend’s/sibling’s whole body was covered with red blisters, and you or they were not allowed to go out to play because the blisters were contagious. This was nothing but a case of chickenpox. Almost every person at least once in his or her life contracts the chickenpox infection. And it is believed that once you have had a case of chickenpox, you need not worry about ever getting it again. A brief introduction to chickenpox has been outlined in this article and learn some important facts about the infection. Introduction to the causes of chickenpox: You might already know this that chickenpox is caused by a virus known as the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). This virus is contagious, and hence, it is advised to stay away from a person who has had chickenpox for one or two days before he or she starts developing the blisters. Recommended Read:  Interesting facts about the chickenpox vaccine Most of the time, the transmission of the disease takes place through direct contact with the patient.

Chickenpox, also known as varicella causes blisters over the body that are fluid-filled and itchy. The viral infection is contagious and can be contracted by anyone who has not been vaccinated against the disease or who have never had the disease before. Generally, most people get affected by chicken pox by the time they reach adulthood. Although there are no extreme cases recorded, the condition may cause serious complications in a few cases. Chickenpox symptoms that indicate the possibility of the infection are as follows: Itchy feeling An itchy body is one of the first symptoms that you will come across. The body tends to feel extremely itchy all over and this symptom prevails before other symptoms develop. Usually, the itching continues for up to 15 days and becomes worse with each passing day. Tiredness A person will feel tired and will be low on energy during the first few days. Carrying out basic functions become difficult and in case of a child, he/she may not want to play or go to school. Chickenpox is an infectious disease and can be easily transferable, hence the infected individual must stay indoors and must refrain from any outdoor activities. Fever The itchiness is accompanied by a high fever that does not drop quickly.

Research on yellow fever led to the discovery of the Zika virus. The Zika virus was introduced by the mosquitoes that are found in the Ziika forest in Uganda. People affected by the Zika virus often experience different symptoms; some may have a mild rash or fever, while some might feel a pain in the joints. Headaches, red eyes, and discomfort are other symptoms of the Zika virus. Recommended Read:  Signs of the Zika Virus This virus can prove to be dangerous to pregnant women as their infants’ may suffer from microcephaly, which is a brain condition where the brain is not fully developed. There is another neurological disorder known as the Guillain-Barre syndrome that is caused by the same mosquito; however, it is a rare disease. The Zika virus was introduced to the list of diseases around the world after it was found that this virus is caused and carried by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. The fever that Zika virus causes after being bitten by this mosquito is not life-threatening as dengue and chikungunya, but it can be impact the unborn child of a pregnant woman. A brief introduction and overview of the Zika virus has been outlined below for a better understanding of this virus.