The prevalence of ulcers in the world varies depending on the country. In the United States, it’s estimated that about 4 million people have peptic ulcers. Globally, the prevalence is about 10-15% of the population. These statistics vary depending on the study, and it’s difficult to get an exact number because some people may have […]
The key to reducing belly fat (visceral fat) is eating a healthy, balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep and managing stress levels. There’s no quick fix for losing belly fat, but with consistent effort, it’s definitely possible to see results. One thing to know while trying to reduce visceral fat is that Everyone’s […]
Infertility is usually a lot to deal with especially if you are married to an African man. A typical African family strongly believes that the major purpose of marriage is to bear children that will carry on the family legacy. If the woman is unable to conceive after a few months, her fertility status will […]
Many people believe that orgasm is one sure way to show that you are having the best moment of your life during any coital activity. Some say it is proof that your partner is hitting or touching the right spot, thereby giving you the right feeling. However, the truth is that not everyone will experience […]
Nothing can be more annoying than experiencing pains after enjoying some coital activity. Who goes chewing on bitter leaf after licking honey? I mean, I’m supposed to be reliving the sweet moment, right? Why the pain? And the truth is that once the cramps starts, you forget about all the pleasant orgasms and focus on […]
Water is one essential resource that living organisms (human beings, plants, and animals) can not do without. We all basically need water to survive – we need it as much as we need the air we breathe in. In fact, water makes up about 60% of the human body. There is virtually nothing we can […]
According to the World Health Organization, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide, with more than 1.8 million new cases diagnosed each year. It’s estimated that one person dies of lung cancer every 30 seconds. The burden of lung cancer is greatest in low- and middle-income countries, where most cases are diagnosed […]
The relationship between cholesterol and obesity is a bit complicated. Obesity can lead to high cholesterol, but it doesn’t necessarily cause obesity. That said, having high cholesterol can increase your risk of developing obesity, since it can lead to metabolic syndrome. What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance that’s found in all cells of […]
A swollen testicle, orchitis, can be concerning, but it’s important to know that it can be normal to wake up with a swollen testicle. In fact, many men experience swelling in one or both testicles from time to time. This is usually caused by a buildup of fluid in the scrotum, which is called hydrocele. […]
Epididymitis is a condition that involves inflammation of the epididymis, a small organ in the male reproductive system that’s located near the testicles. It can cause pain, swelling, and other symptoms. Causes of inflammation of the epididymis The most common cause is a bacterial infection, such as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like chlamydia or […]
