Neuritis — An inflammation or swelling of a single nerve or nerves is termed as neuritis. If, at a time, different groups of nerves, in various parts of the body, get inflamed, the condition is called polyneuritis. The causes of neuritis include presence of toxins due to faulty living habits and nutrition as well as injury or pressure over a …

Nausea — Nausea can be described as a sensation of unease and discomfort in the stomach, with an urge to vomit. It is not a sickness in itself, rather a symptom, which might be experienced in case of numerous diseases or disorders. Nausea can be seen in case of indigestion, morning sickness, motion and sea sickness, stress, chemotherapy, consumption of …

Mumps — A highly contagious disease, mumps is an infection caused mostly in the salivary glands and gonads. At times, it might be seen at the other parts of the body as well. People usually experience mumps in the age group of 5 to 15 years. The main symptom of mumps comprises of the swelling in the salivary glands. Mostly, …

Mouth Ulcer (Ayurvedic Name – Mukh Paak) — Mouth ulcer is the loss of delicate tissue that lines inside the mouth caused by a break in the mucous membrane or epithelium on the lips. In Ayurveda mouth ulcer is known as ‘Mukh Paak’. The main responsible dosha for Mukh Paak in Ayurveda is ‘Pitta’. Causes This disease is mainly caused …

Mosquito Bite Remedies — Aspirin. Instead of popping the pills, grind them up into a powder, add a drop of two of water to make a paste, and apply it to your bug bites. Leave it on overnight and wash off in the morning. Aspirin is an anti-inflammatory, and it works even topically (this also is great for big red …

Morning Sickness — The feeling of nausea, which might result in vomiting, experienced during the period of pregnancy is called morning sickness. Almost 50 to 80 percent of the pregnant women face this problem during the first trimester of pregnancy. However, in some women, it can last till the third trimester as well. Though it can occur at any time …

Migraine — Migraine is the name given to severe headaches, normally lasting from 4 to 72 hours. It is mainly felt s pulsing or throbbing in one area of the head. During migraine, there is contraction or dilation of the blood vessels. Some of the factors that can trigger a migraine attack anxiety, stress, lack of food or sleep, exposure …

Menstrual Problems — Menstruation is the monthly flow of blood from a woman’s body. It is nothing, but the shedding of the uterus lining, which helps in cleansing the inner surface of the womb. Menstrual flow is related with the function of ovulation or reproduction. A natural phenomenon, it occurs regularly in females, throughout their reproductive age. During menstruation, or …

Menopausal Disorder — Menopause marks the period when there is a permanent cessation of menstruation. It occurs in women when they are in their mid-forties to mid-fifties. It is a significant period for a woman, as it marks the end of her reproductive stage. Most women suffer from menopausal disorder at this stage. During menopause, the most affected regions of …

Measles — An infectious viral disease, measles has become very common in the present times. The infection leads to the emergence of rashes, which first appear on the cheeks and then spread over to the trunks, palms and soles. Initially pink in color, the rashes grow darker as time passes. Measles may also be accompanied with fever, diarrhea and watering …