Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

Emily Lunardo studied medical sociology at York University with a strong focus on the social determinants of health and mental illness. She is a registered Zumba instructor, as well as a Canfit Pro trainer, who teaches fitness classes on a weekly basis. Emily practices healthy habits in her own life as well as helps others with their own personal health goals. Emily joined Bel Marra Health as a health writer in 2013.

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What are the symptoms of acalculous cholecystitis? Types, prevalence, causes, and treatment

Acalculous cholecystitis is responsible for approximately 5–10 percent of all cases of acute cholecystitis, an inflammatory disease of the gallbladder. The majority of acute cholecystitis cases are caused by gallstone obstruction of the cystic duct. However, with acalculous cholecystitis, inflammation still occurs but without the presence of gallstone obstruction. Acalculous cholecystitis is a severe illness ...click here to read more

Researchers discover new way to promote stroke recovery

Most people know that experiencing a stroke is serious and perhaps even life-threatening, but what most people don’t understand is why they happen. There are two kinds of stroke: hemorrhagic and ischemic. Both cause brain tissue to lose its blood supply, risking cell death. Hemorrhagic stroke is considered the deadliest form of the condition, as ...click here to read more

Perianal hematoma: Causes, symptoms, and treatment of perianal thrombosis

A perianal hematoma, also known as perianal thrombosis, is a hematoma located around the border of the anus. A hematoma is a localized collection of blood outside of blood vessels under the skin. Perianal hematomas are sometimes inappropriately referred to as external hemorrhoids. Perianal hematomas can present over a short period of time and be ...click here to read more

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