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1. Scientists Discover Genetic Make-up November 01, 2009 Scientists have long known that the bacterium Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) plays a leading role in the development of acne vulgaris, the scourge afflicting some 80% of teenagers and many adults as well. A normally harmless microbe that lives in the hair follicles of every person, P. acnes helps cause acne when the follicles become plugged with sebum, a natural oil produced by the body. Recently a team of German scientists, led by microbiologist Dr. Holger Brueggemann, mapped the genetic code of the P. acnes microbe. They discovered that it has a circular chromosome w... (read more) Author: Ganesh Air

2. limesdisease October 29, 2009 Lyme disease is named for the area in Connecticut where patients were studied due to the resemblance in their symptoms. Once the disease was found, it took a couple of years to isolate how it was transmitted and what actually produced it. A bacterium, borrelia burgdorferi, causes the infection and is transmitted through deer tick stings. The initial sign of Lyme disease infection is the appearance of a rash in generally circular form (bull's eye rash) that spreads rather quickly (erythma migrans). If left untreated, the bacteria can trigger much more significant health issues, than a straightf... (read more) Author: Erichs Englands

3. Rheumatic Heart Disease - What It Is And How It Can Be Prevented October 26, 2009 Rheumatic heart disease is a specific cardiac condition that is caused when bacterial infections damage the heart valves. Genus Streptococcus is the bacterium responsible for such infections. It is the same bacterium that causes tonsillitis (commonly known as strep throat). When the condition of tonsillitis is left untreated, it may result in bacterial spread, which may have very serious consequences. The bacteria may travel to the heart and cause inflammation, eventually damaging the tissues in heart valves. Signs And Symptoms As it is quite clear now, strep throat can be a big alert... (read more) Author: Alen Caller

4. Autoclave quality assurance October 22, 2009 There are physical, chemical, and biological indicators that can be used to ensure an autoclaveautoclave reaches the correct temperature for the correct amount of time. Chemical indicators can be found on medical packaging and autoclave tape, and these change color once the correct conditions have been met. This color change indicates that the object inside the package, or under the tape, has been processed. Biological indicators contain spores of a heat-resistant bacterium, Geobacillus stearothermophilus. If the autoclave does not reach the right temperature, when incubated the spores will g... (read more) Author: Wendy zong

5. Your Guide to Easy and Effective Treatment For Bacterial Vaginosis October 19, 2009 In place of the typical oral antibiotic option, there are natural alternative treatments for bacterial vaginosis available for use within the comfort of your own home, and are so simple, they can easily be fit into any woman's schedule. For example, garlic acts as a natural antibiotic. Consider either eating it raw, as an addition to food, or perhaps as a supplement tablet. An additional treatment for BV is the consumption of yogurt, as it contains lactobacillus, a bacterium that is quite similar to the good vaginal bacteria. Women suffering from BV typically have far fewer lactobacillus... (read more) Author: Gabrielle Sanders

6. Scientists Discover Genetic Make-up of Acne Bacterium October 13, 2009 Scientists have long known that the bacterium Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) plays a leading role in the development of acne vulgaris, the scourge afflicting some 80% of teenagers and many adults as well. A normally harmless microbe that lives in the hair follicles of every person, P. acnes helps cause acne when the follicles become plugged with sebum, a natural oil produced by the body. Recently a team of German scientists, led by microbiologist Dr. Holger Brueggemann, mapped the genetic code of the P. acnes microbe. They discovered that it has a circular chromosome w... (read more) Author: kashmiri lal

7. A Guide to Periodontal Disease October 04, 2009 There are plenty of various diseases out there some of which resemble and relate to periodontal disease. It is important to understand the various mouth diseases out there and in this article we will be discussing the causes, symptoms, and definition of periodontal disease. The disease itself is actually the cause of bacterium forming on the teeth that are given ample time to develop into a more serious infection. It is important to first understand what causes periodontal Disease. Typically this disease starts by improper mouth hygiene that then lends itself to a more serious bacterial i... (read more) Author: David Sn

8. Gingivitis - There Are Hundreds of Kinds of Bacteria That Cause Gingivitis October 04, 2009 With the many kinds of bacteria that cause gum disease, to list them all, including their official names, in this article would quickly make it appear to be a doctoral thesis. The fact of the matter is that the human mouth contains millions of bacteria. These bacteria number over 500. If people could see the bacterium which lives inside the human mouth, under a microscope, they would more than likely be horrified. Porphyromonas gingivalis is one of the bacteria known for causing gingivitis. Certainly there are good bacteria as well as bad. Cytokines which are produced by white blood cells... (read more) Author: David Sn

9. What Exactly is Periodontal Disease? October 02, 2009 What is periodontal disease? It's the same thing as gum disease, which is when your tissue and bone in the mouth become infected. They get that way when you fail to keep up with getting the buildup of plaque taken care of. Poor dental health can lead to many serious health problems. Not only that but you may lose teeth when you fail to get it treated by a professional. That plaque that grows on your teeth is invisible, but it's there, and helping the bacteria grow continually. That bacterium will grow and toxins will come from it, those toxins will attack your teeth and gums. Since t... (read more) Author: David Sn

10. Increase In Bifidobacteria - Helps Stay Fit! September 24, 2009 A normal human body is said to contain at least 85% friendly bacteria in the lower intestine. It is these friendly bacterium which is known as bifidobacteria. It stands for beneficial bacteria. Probiotics is a beneficial bacteria which fights disease causing microbes such as E. coli and salmonella. It is also found in a just born baby to enhance his immune system. However, the number of these beneficial bacteria drops down with change in diet. This can be increased in two ways: with natural food products consumption and probiotic products. Food product consumption Probiotic products ... (read more) Author: Gyan K

11. Healthy Bacteria - A Host Of Solutions! September 24, 2009 Healthy bacteria help fight bad bacteria in your body and strengthen the immune system in order to improve the defense mechanism. Such healthy microbes are acidophilus and bifido bacterium these are helpful to enhance the digestive system too and are useful to treat digestion related problems. These are energetic strong microorganisms which are useful to all. Recent studies talk about the potential benefits of such bacteria. These are friendly microbes and are popular for certain health benefits. The most excellent probiotic stops the yeast infection from aggravating. They also create and... (read more) Author: Gyan K

12. A Guide to Periodontal Disease September 21, 2009 There are plenty of various diseases out there some of which resemble and relate to periodontal disease. It is important to understand the various mouth diseases out there and in this article we will be discussing the causes, symptoms, and definition of periodontal disease. The disease itself is actually the cause of bacterium forming on the teeth that are given ample time to develop into a more serious infection. It is important to first understand what causes periodontal Disease. Typically this disease starts by improper mouth hygiene that then lends itself to a more serious bacterial i... (read more) Author: Delete This Account

13. Gingivitis - There Are Hundreds of Kinds of Bacteria That Cause Gingivitis September 21, 2009 With the many kinds of bacteria that cause gum disease, to list them all, including their official names, in this article would quickly make it appear to be a doctoral thesis. The fact of the matter is that the human mouth contains millions of bacteria. These bacteria number over 500. If people could see the bacterium which lives inside the human mouth, under a microscope, they would more than likely be horrified. Porphyromonas gingivalis is one of the bacteria known for causing gingivitis. Certainly there are good bacteria as well as bad. Cytokines which are produced by white blood cells... (read more) Author: Delete This Account

14. What Exactly is Periodontal Disease? September 21, 2009 What is periodontal disease? It's the same thing as gum disease, which is when your tissue and bone in the mouth become infected. They get that way when you fail to keep up with getting the buildup of plaque taken care of. Poor dental health can lead to many serious health problems. Not only that but you may lose teeth when you fail to get it treated by a professional. That plaque that grows on your teeth is invisible, but it's there, and helping the bacteria grow continually. That bacterium will grow and toxins will come from it, those toxins will attack your teeth and gums. Since t... (read more) Author: Delete This Account

15. Probiotic Products - Eat Healthy and Live Healthy! September 14, 2009 Recent research in biotechnology has proved beneficial in the field of favourable bacteria. They have developed a bacteria and micro organism that is conducive to your health known as probiotics. It is especially considered vital in meeting the demands of today’s life style. Such complementary bacterium is present in your human gut and does no harm to you. Instead these will help you in several ways. When such probiotics are consumed as alternative medicine it helps in digestive problems. This has undergone extensive test in laboratory and have been found conducive to health. Friendly and... (read more) Author: Gyan K

16. Everything You Want to Know about Botox as Anti Aging Treatment September 14, 2009 What are Botox Injections? Botox injections are anti aging treatment options that can reverse the process of aging when administered to a person’s skin. Botox is a protein complex that is derived from Clostridium Botulinum, a bacterium responsible for causing food poisoning in humans. The use of Botox in Philadelphia, that apart even rest of the world, as anti aging procedure has become popular in recent years. How Does Botox Work? Botox targets the neurotransmitters called acetylcholine, which are responsible for communicating brain messages to muscles to contract. By blocking this neu... (read more) Author: Anirban Bhattacharya

17. Highly Painful And Infected Acne - Treatments September 11, 2009 In the last article we learned about Isotretinoin. Let us find out more about what other treatment options are available for cysts and nodules. Oral Antibiotics- Antibiotics are used topically as well as orally. For severe acne oral antibiotics are used as they produce quicker results. Broad-spectrum antibiotics kill the bacteria P.acnes. With reduction in the population of this bacterium, infection and inflammation reduces. Tetracycline, erythromycin and doxycycline are commonly used antibiotics. Excessive use of antibiotics can cause resistance to the antibiotic and gastro intestin... (read more) Author: jeyanth m

18. Acne Treatments - An Overview Of Acne Treatments September 11, 2009 To treat acne, one has to address the cause of acne. Acne is caused by 1. The blocking of the gland 2. Presence of bacterium P.acnes, 3. Excess Sebum Production 4. Hormonal imbalance 5. Use of comedogenic products and any other reason. All the medications work towards removing some of these causes. The choice of medication depends upon the severity of acne and the possible reason of its formation. Hormonal treatment may be used for women who get acne due to hormonal imbalance. Antibiotics may be used if the acne is infected. Thus one has to use the medication dep... (read more) Author: jeyanth m

19. How to Treat a Yeast Infection- 5 Tips For Fast Relief September 06, 2009 Most women have had to deal with a yeast infection at least once in their lives. Yeast infections are caused by a bacterium in the vagina called Candida, which can cause the yeast in the vagina to overgrow. When this happens it causes the affected area to itch, release heavy discharge and a foul odor. Unfortunately, there are women and even children who deal with chronic yeast infects quite often and it can be difficult having to go back and forth to the doctors all the time. Here are five tips to help cure a yeast infection from home. Tip Number One: Eat lots of yogurt. Yogurt is known t... (read more) Author: Samantha Adams

20. Why a chlamydia test is important if you're pregnant August 27, 2009 Urgency If you're under 25 and sexually active, you should have a chlamydia test annually. If you're pregnant – or hope to become pregnant - the need for the test is even more urgent. Infertility Around 8% of people in the UK under 25 already have chlamydia. Unfortunately, many don't have any symptoms and so are unable to recognise it. As a result, they may experience long-term health problems that for women include infertility. Chlamydia is a tiny parasitic bacterium. It may lie in your body for months without you noticing. The chlamydia parasite may then move from the cervix to t... (read more) Author: George Parker

21. lymes-disease August 26, 2009 Lyme disease is a situation that is formed by a exact bacterium that is referred to as “Borrelia Burgdorferi”. Humans can get this disease if they receive a nip from a tick that is considered to be blacklegged. This specific illness was discovered in the year of 1975. For nearly four decades, medical professionals and scientists alike have studied Lyme disease in order to ascertain solid information that could be relayed to the general public.This medical circumstance can be treated in a successful manner if treated in a timely fashion, but left untreated; it can cause many health complication... (read more) Author: Anderson Barry

22. Chlamydia - Causes, Symptom And Treatment Option August 13, 2009 Chlamydia is one of the most common disease or infection that starts from the sexual intimacy. The name of the bacteria which caused to this infection is bacterium Chlamydia trachoma. This bacterium is attacked on the eye and the human genitals. This is one of the most commonly sex diseases which affected the delicate parts of the human body. In America, the ratio of this infection is so high. This virus is found in the human cell and the transmitted into the human body through the anal, oral, vaginal sex. The pregnant mother also transferred this disease into the baby at the time of the vagin... (read more) Author: Jessie Marc Smith

23. Chlamydia Testing Options August 13, 2009 Everyone talks about health but there are many areas of concern that are also important and those areas must be given preference first. One of the most important areas to give concentration is of the sexual health. Sexual health is said to be the most important area when we talk about the diseases that are very dangerous and has long lasting effects on the diet of the person. One of the most dangerous diseases among them is known as the Chlamydia that is pronounced as clamidia. It is reported as the fastest sexually transmitted disease known as (STDs). The easy to transmit bacterium highly in... (read more) Author: Jessie Marc Smith

24. Garden Of Life Primal Defense - Probiotics Review August 03, 2009 There are a growing number of products on the market that now include probiotics or some other variety of bacteria that should straighten out all of your stomach issues. Many people believe they can simply eat special yogurt and be covered in this area, but is this really true? What are the benefits of taking a supplement like Garden of Life Primal Defense? In short: you will get larger amounts of probiotics when you take Primal Defense Supplements, and they will be from specially chosen bacterium that your body actually needs. You can't just eat yogurt and straighten out your stomach issue... (read more) Author: Ben Pate

25. BEST ACNE TREATMENT - Health Accolades of Manuka Honey July 21, 2009 Doctors all over the world are perplexed by the amazing healing ability of Manuka Honey. This medical anomaly is gaining worldwide recognition as a viable treatment alternative to antibiotics and other forms of medication. Recently, Manuka Honey has been gaining its well-deserved notoriety because of its capability of eradicating the MRSA bacterium which is responsible for causing life-threatening Staph infections that don't respond to antibiotics. Manuka Honey is different than other types of honey due to the presence of plant-derived floral components that contain extremely powerful ... (read more) Author: Franklin Fosc

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