Appetite Overview Appetite is a person’s desire to eat food. A person’s appetite can rise and fall due to a wide range of factors, sometimes causing people to eat less or more than their body needs. Appetite is distinct from hunger, which is the body’s biological response to a lack of food. A person can […]
Loss of Appetite Overview Loss of appetite also known as anorexia is caused for various reasons such as stomach diseases, anxiety, depression and excessive stress. There are many causes for the loss of appetite and anyone can experience it. Loss of appetite can be caused for many different reasons including medical conditions, mental health conditions, and medication […]
Mononucleosis Overview The most common cause of mononucleosis is the Epstein-Barr virus, but other viruses also can cause similar symptoms. In fact, mononucleosis, or mono, can lead to a range of symptoms, including severe fatigue, fever, and a sore throat. However, symptoms typically generally resolve within around 2–4 weeks. Mono is a common disease in […]
Purpose of Blood Tests Blood tests are a standard part of routine and preventive healthcare. Your healthcare provider will often order a blood test before or following a physical examination. Also a doctor may order blood tests to evaluate specific conditions. However, blood tests are used to analyze the substances within your blood, including cells, […]
What are the Causes of Unusual Breathing Sounds? Lung sounds are the noises a person makes as they breathe in and out, including sounds of regular breathing. However, unusual breathing sounds such as wheezing, crackling, stridor, and other sounds can also occur, indicating an underlying condition. Sometimes health conditions or foreign objects in the lungs […]