Like the fingers of the hand, the toes of the foot do not connect to one single bone. Instead, the proximal bones of the toes connect to the long metatarsal bones that give the feet their shape. The joints between the proximal phalanges and the metatarsal bones are the metatarsophalangeal joints or MTP joints.

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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="7t9a1-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7t9a1-0-0"><span data-text="true">The human foot is a structure consisting of bones, muscles, joints, and soft tissue. Feet bear the weight of the human body, allowing us to stand, walk, run, jump, and do a lot of other things as well! Though they are strong, they can be quite fragile at times.</span></span></div>
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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="5rk5p-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5rk5p-0-0"><span data-text="true">There are 26 bones in the human foot. These bones come in three categories: tarsal bones, the metatarsal bones, and phalanges. The foot itself comes in three parts. There is the hind foot, which includes the ankle and heel. There is the midfoot, consisting of the bones that form the arches of the feet. And there is the forefoot, containing the metatarsals and phalanges (toes).</span></span></div>
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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="9ssro-0-0"><span data-offset-key="9ssro-0-0"><span data-text="true">Because of its position in the body, and its frequent use, the foot is prone to sprains, breaks, and infection. Genetic factors, such as fallen arches flat feet, can cause back and leg pain. Feet contain pressure points that connect to the rest of our bodies. Reflexology is a type of massage </span></span><span class="adverb"><span data-offset-key="9ssro-1-0"><span data-text="true">solely</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="9ssro-2-0"><span data-text="true"> focused on the feet. This type of massage activates the foot's pressure points. Foot health is important to </span></span><span class="complexword"><span data-offset-key="9ssro-3-0"><span data-text="true">overall</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="9ssro-4-0"><span data-text="true"> body health. When they cramp, swell, or tingle it can bring you great discomfort.</span></span></div>
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Ailments

An "ailment" is a general term for minor to moderate physical illnesses, diseases, and disorders. In Facty Health, many different diagnoses fall under the ailment category. For example, acid reflux, eye disorders, skin problems, and GI problems, are considered an ailment.

In this category, you can discover natural home remedies for common symptoms. You will find that there is probably a miracle ingredient hiding in your pantry right now. Learn what foods to stay away from and which foods can help ease certain conditions. You can even learn to spot the early warning signs of some of the more severe diseases. Expect to find detailed and interesting information about the types of ailments, their symptoms, causes, and treatments.

If you have questions about a specific ailment or you just have a general curiosity for medicine, this would be a good place to start.

Feet

Vitamin K benefits are well-established and have a reputation for promoting blood clotting. Its letter comes from the German word koagulation. Most newborn babies receive a shot of vitamin K as a preventative measure against hemorrhaging. 

Vitamin K

Wellness is associated with your lifestyle. Wellness depends on many factors, such as proper weight control, good nutrition, avoiding risk factors such as alcohol abuse and smoking and exercise. People who manage their lifestyle are more productive, healthier and have fewer workplace absences.

Since lifestyle is the leading factor determining your general health, it is important to set healthy goals and have control over your life. The choices you make have a huge influence on your wellness; therefore consistent self-care is vital. While medicine can cure the disease, the wellness lifestyle encourages you to take responsibility for your life.

Wellness is not an absence of diseases. It is an approach developed to achieve the balance between social and emotional functioning. Wellness is a process through which you start making choices towards a healthier lifestyle.

Wellness is a positive approach to life, which emphasizes the importance of the mind and spirit. A wellness-oriented lifestyle means that everything you feel, say and do has an impact on your health.

Lifestyle

Whether you're looking for the finest superfood or you're curious about the benefits of that starfruit you just picked up at the market, Facty has the details. From the best exercises to get fit fast to the real facts on the latest fad diet, we have the answers to your questions.

Wellness

Blount’s disease is a rare growth disorder that causes a child's legs to bow just below the knees. Many infants and toddlers show bowing early in life, but their legs begin to straighten as they start to walk. In the case of Blount’s disease, the lower legs will not straighten, or they begin to bow further.

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Your body is where you reside all of the time. Even when you're asleep, it's hard at work keeping you alive and well. Many of its functions are automatic like your breathing and your metabolism. Sometimes your body can start to break down or malfunction. Often these problems are environmental or genetic, but sometimes they are due to the lifestyle choices that we make.

Preventing these problems can be done by controlling your diet, exercising right, getting enough sleep, and easing up on your indulgences. You don't have to cut out everything indulgent, after all, happiness has some of the best health benefits of all. A healthy lifestyle can be the best preventative medicine. Though preventative care can help, your body can still present issues. Facty Health can be where you go to learn more about the particular issues that you are facing. Whether it is severe (like abscesses, tumors, or STIs) or non-severe (like nosebleeds, canker sores, or rashes), we have got information about it.

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Sickle cell anemia is a blood disease in which the red blood cells acquire an abnormal shape that causes problems with their flow through the vessels.

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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="bilg0-0-0"><span data-offset-key="bilg0-0-0"><span data-text="true">Blood contains four parts: red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, and platelets. The blood cells and platelets </span></span><span class="passivevoice"><span data-offset-key="bilg0-1-0"><span data-text="true">are suspended</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="bilg0-2-0"><span data-text="true"> in the plasma. Blood comes from</span></span><span data-offset-key="bilg0-4-0"><span data-text="true"> inside your bones. In the bone marrow, to be exact!</span></span></div>
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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="et52r-0-0"><span data-offset-key="et52r-0-0"><span data-text="true">It is essential that you always have enough blood in your body. If you lose too much blood you will </span></span><span class="complexword"><span data-offset-key="et52r-1-0"><span data-text="true">require</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="et52r-2-0"><span data-text="true"> a transfusion. It is useful to know what your blood type is. Knowing your type is necessary for receiving or donating blood. </span></span></div>
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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="daj89-0-0"><span data-offset-key="daj89-0-0"><span data-text="true">Your circulatory system is susceptible to certain conditions. </span></span><span class="veryhardreadability"><span data-offset-key="daj89-1-0"><span data-text="true">For example, irregular blood pressure, blood clots and blood poisoning all affect the circulatory system</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="daj89-2-0"><span data-text="true">. Low blood pressure and high blood pressure are the most common ones. A healthy diet of high-iron and low-sugar foods can help you avoid these conditions. </span></span><span class="complexword"><span data-offset-key="daj89-3-0"><span data-text="true">In addition</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="daj89-4-0"><span data-text="true"> to this, regular exercise can help regulate your blood pressure.</span></span></div>
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Conditions

"Condition" is a general term for particular abnormal diseases that negatively affect a part or all of the body. Conditions are not due to any external injury. Therefore, a broken bone does not classify as a condition, whereas Herpes, OCD, Shingles, and Ulcers do.

Medical conditions are classified by specific symptoms and signs. While each person's experiences can vary, there are consistent signs and symptoms that doctors will look for when diagnosing their patients. We always recommend that people seek a professional diagnosis. Afterward, supplement medical advice and opinion with accurate and easy to read information.

Most people only spend an average of a couple minutes with their doctor during a checkup. Oftentimes patients don't receive the fullest explanation of their diagnosis. Easily search through the vast amount of articles that Facty Health offers for ones that address your specific needs. From there, allow us to help you with those unanswered questions.

Blood

Human growth hormone (HGH) or somatotropin is secreted by the pituitary gland and causes growth spurts in children. There are many natural ways to maximize the physical and mental benefits of human growth hormone without resorting to supplements, which are known for negative side effects.

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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="11adb-0-0"><span data-offset-key="11adb-0-0"><span data-text="true">The endocrine system consists of organs, hormones, the thyroid gland, and adrenal glands. These carry hormones around your body and get them where they need to go. Hormones communicate digestion, metabolism, sleep cycles, stress, growth, reproduction, and mood. The endocrine system is susceptible to certain diseases. These diseases include diabetes, thyroid disease, and obesity. </span></span></div>
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Anatomy

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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="1smsj-0-0"><span data-offset-key="1smsj-0-0">Anatomy is a branch of biology. This branch of science in particular deals with organisms and their biological structure. Human anatomy, along with physiology and biochemistry, forms the basis of medicine.</span></div>
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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="8jihb-0-0"><span data-offset-key="8jihb-0-0">Some parts that make up the body's structure are </span><span class="adverb"><span data-offset-key="8jihb-1-0">incredibly</span></span><span data-offset-key="8jihb-2-0"> complex. Take the circulatory system, for example, which contains the heart and blood vessels. This system </span><span class="complexword"><span data-offset-key="8jihb-3-0">handles a lot of responsibility.</span></span><span data-offset-key="8jihb-4-0"> many crucial functions. It transports blood, nutrients, waste products, immune cells, and clotting cells. It is also </span><span class="adverb"><span data-offset-key="8jihb-5-0">closely</span></span><span data-offset-key="8jihb-6-0"> tied to the lymphatic system and our immune system. </span></div>
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Endocrine System

In less than two percent of all U.S. pregnancies, cervical insufficiency — formerly incompetent cervix — puts the fetus at risk.

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Pregnancy is when a woman is carrying a child inside her womb for up to 40+ weeks before giving birth to a baby. This time is known as the gestation period. The embryo develops over the first eight weeks after conception, after which time it is then referred to as the fetus. The length of pregnancy is divided into three trimesters. The first trimester is from fertilization of the egg with sperm (conception), -12 weeks in the womb, the second trimester is week 13 – 28 and the third is weeks 28 – 40+ after which the baby is born.

Pregnancy is the way we reproduce. It comes about by either sexual intercourse or assisted reproductive technology such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Symptoms include missed periods, nausea or vomiting, loss and gain or appetite, frequent urination and tender breasts.

Every pregnancy will be experienced differently. Some women will feel all the symptoms, and other hardly any. Some women may have complications during pregnancy and others not. If you suspect you may be pregnant, you can go to the doctor for an official test, or take a home test, after which you'll need to see a doctor to confirm and then begin the prenatal care for the remainder of your pregnancy.

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Pathogens are organisms that cause disease in other organisms. The most common pathogens are bacteria, viruses, and fungi. All pathogens act differently. While treatment varies, simple things like washing your hands can often prevent the spread of serious, pathogen-caused illness.

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Bacterial

Myxedema refers to severe hypothyroidism and the skin conditions hypothyroidism causes, including thickening and swelling of the skin of the lower legs, and swelling in the eyelids, tongue, and lips. Myxedema develops after long-term undiagnosed or untreated hypothyroidism.

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A number of different benign disorders of the thyroid gland can occur. Some of these thyroid disorders result in overactivity of the gland, leading to excess production of hormones and symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Others result in diminished activity of the gland, leading to decreased production of hormones and symptoms of hypothyroidism. The thyroid hormones T3 and T4 are essential for metabolism; when the gland is not functioning properly, there are a wide range of effects on the body.

The symptoms of thyroid disorders can be subtle, and it may not be readily apparent that the thyroid is to blame. Sometimes patients are clued in because there is thyroid enlargement—called goiter—or a lab test detects a change in the thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level. Other times, a variety of seemingly random symptoms are found. For instance, a patient with hypothyroidism may have weight gain, fatigue, constipation, hair loss, and sensitivity to cold. On the other hand, a patient with hyperthyroidism may be irritable, experience weight loss, have changes in the menstrual cycle and problems with sleep.

Treatment for thyroid disorders includes use of synthetic thyroid hormone, anti-thyroid medications, radioactive iodine, and having the thyroid removed.

Thyroid

It is possible to catch Babesiosis from a tick bite. The infection attacks red blood cells and can cause a fever, fatigue, and may require medication.

Babesiosis

Which nutrients your body will get and how much depends on your diet. Nutrients are chemical substances that help your body maintain tissues, make energy, regulate different processes, etc. Nutrition is the process of taking nutrients from various foods. There are six classes of nutrients: lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, water, minerals, and vitamins.

The third three classes are known as macronutrients because our bodies need them in large quantities. Lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins are unique because they are the only elements that provide the body with energy. Energy is measured in calories.

Water is also a nutrient that some scientists categorize as a macronutrient because our bodies need it in large quantities. Water is quickly lost through sweat and evaporation, so you need to fill up by drinking liquids and eating fruits, vegetables and other foods that contain water.

Consuming a healthy diet with vegetables, fruits, protein, and dairy ensures the body has enough nutrients to use.

Food

The foods you eat have a huge influence on your ability to enjoy life. One of the main effects of food is the feeling you get from eating a delicious meal. There are many different chemical substances in food, including macronutrients, micronutrients, water and dietary fiber. Macronutrients, for example, protein, are present in large amounts. Micronutrients are present in smaller quantities, for example, vitamins.

Food can also contain flavors, colors, active substances such as steroids, caffeine and salicylates, additives and natural toxins. Different characteristics of food depend on the presence of chemicals in them.
The chemical nature of food can be changed by preservation, storage and, of course, cooking. Moreover, food chemicals can interact with each other. For example, the way in which our bodies absorb carbohydrates depends on dietary fiber, even though our bodies don't absorb the fiber itself.

Which foods you eat have long-term effects on your health. Healthy foods help prevent some chronic diseases and decrease recovery periods from the disease.

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Sickle cell anemia is a relatively common blood disease in which the red blood cells acquire an abnormal shape. The regular shape of red blood cell is important because it helps it to flow smoothly inside the vessels.

ickle Cell Anemia refers to a group of diseases that affect the red blood cells. The condition leads to the formation of abnormal hemoglobin cells that have a crescent shape. The disease is genetic, and many family members are affected. Moreover, one person can have only one sickle cell gene and not have a disorder, but they can transfer the gene to children, who are at a higher risk of getting the gene if the other partner has it, too.

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Sickle cell disease can affect anyone and often it doesn't have any symptoms. The most common sign is the sickle cell crisis, which is a sudden pain in the body. Moreover, acute chest syndrome is also a sign of the disease. Other symptoms include anemia, swollen hands, yellowing of the skin, spleen and kidney problems, and gallbladder disease.

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The typical treatment includes educating patients about the trigger factors and taking regular tests to track the condition. People with Sickle Cell Anemia are prone to infection, and regular vaccinations can be necessary.

Sickle Cell Anemia

Hepatitis is a potentially dangerous liver inflammation that is well&#x2d;known because so many people get it at some time in their lives. Most people develop hepatitis from a viral infection, but certain medications, toxins, or alcohol can also trigger it. Identifying the symptoms of hepatitis can speed diagnosis.

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Hepatitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the liver. The most common hepatitis is viral hepatitis, of which there are five different types: Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E. Autoimmune hepatitis occurs when your body develops antibodies that work against your live tissue. These antibodies manifest as a secondary result of medications or drugs, or toxins and excessive use of alcohol. The treatment of this condition depends largely on which variation of the disease you have.

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Symptoms can vary and develop slowly or chronically depending on the strain. You may experience signs such as fatigue and flu-like symptoms, abdominal pain and a lack of appetite. Weight loss, dark urine, pale stools and some signs of jaundice may also be present. Naturally, when you are experiencing some or all of these symptoms, you'll need to be examined by a doctor. They can then determine through tests, ultrasounds, and biopsies and further examination what kind of hepatitis you may be suffering from. Hepatitis can have severe complications and needs medical treatment, however, there are vaccines available for some of the strains and is key in preventing the development of this disease.

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