Common Illness

What is Constipation? Constipation is a very common problem that can happen to anyone, no matter what age they are. Most of the time dietary and lifestyle adjustments can cure it. Constipation is most likely the cause if: You haven't had regular bowel movements at least three times in the past week. Your poo is typically dry, lumpy, or hard, and you strain or find it difficult to pass. You feel bloated or ill, have a stomach-ache, or have both. What causes constipation? Adult constipation can have a variety of causes. There may not always be an evident cause. The...

Is it a cold or flu? Sometimes it can be difficult to know if you have a cold or the flu. This is because they both have similar symptoms, such as coughing, sore throat, runny nose and sneezing. A cold is a very common sickness that many children and adults get. It's a mild virus that affects your nose, throat, sinuses, and upper airway. Although it typically goes away on its own, it could last for up to two weeks. Sneezing, sore throat, blocked or runny nose and coughing are all common cold symptoms. People who have a cold can...