Hoarseness is usually caused due to inflammation of the voice box (laryngitis) or due to an infection such as cold, sounding voice scratchy or husky. There may be sore throat as well or feel as if …
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Hives (Urticaria)
Hives is an intensely itchy rash of white or yellow wheals (swellings) surrounded by red, inflamed skin. It is usually caused by an allergic reaction to certain foods or medicines, insect bites, or …
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension is a condition in which the force of blood against artery walls is too strong. Hypertension is also called a "silent killer'' because it does not cause symptoms unless it is severely …
High Blood Cholesterol
High cholesterol means increased lipids (fats) in the blood. The normal level of total cholesterol varies between 150 - 200 mg per 100 ml of blood. There are two kinds of cholesterol, HDL …
Hiccups
Everyone has an occasional bout of hiccups— short, sharp intakes of air caused by involuntary spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm (muscle at the base of the lungs). Although they often occur for no …
Hemorrhoids (Piles)
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that develop in or around the anus. Excessive pressure on the veins in the pelvic and rectal area causes hemorrhoids. They mainly affect people who are constipated, …