What Causes Low Platelets?

What Causes Low Platelets?

Platelets, or thrombocytes, are described as “small, irregularly-shaped anuclear cells (i.e. cells that do not have a nucleus containing DNA), 2-3 µm in diameter which are derived from fragmentation of precursor megakaryocytes”; megakaryocytes are bone marrow cells and the platelets are able to enter the bloodstream through broken megakaryocytes caused by thrombopoietin (hormone that maintains…

Shingles or Herpes Zoster

Shingles or Herpes Zoster

Herpes zoster or zoster, commonly referred to as shingles, is caused due to the reactivation of chickenpox virus or the herpes zoster virus (HZV). This virus is also known by another name, the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). Shingles is typically characterized by painful rashes that appear on the skin. Unlike the rashes seen during chickenpox, these…

Thumb Joint Pain

Thumb Joint Pain

Thumb joint pain is caused by many factors including peripheral nerve compression, peripheral artery disease and metacarpal fractures. These medical conditions can lead to chronic pain, dull feeling and tingling sensation, which are all felt the upper, lower, left and right parts of the thumb joint. To help ease the pain, people need to know its symptoms, causes, as well as possible treatments.

Shin Pain

Shin Pain

To have a shin pain can be a very difficult experience for many people. This medical condition usually comes with inflammation, severe pain and swelling at the surrounding areas of the shin. People can ease the pain by learning various important aspects about this condition including possible treatments, causes and symptoms.