Pulmonary hypertension is a disease related to high blood pressure that affects the arteries of the lungs and the right side of the heart. Knowing the causes/risk factors for pulmonary hypertension can help the doctor diagnose and treat the type of PH successfully. However, not all types of pulmonary hypertension are completely curable. 1. Complications of pulmonary hypertension Pulmonary hypertension is considered to be quite dangerous and can lead to several life-threatening complications. Some of these include: Blood clots We know that the process of blood clotting helps stop bleeding when you get injured. But, they can occur in places where they are not needed. Clots can dislodge the veins by traveling to the lungs, thereby leading to pulmonary hypertension. Arrhythmia Arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, is a common complication if you are suffering from pulmonary hypertension. This health condition is diagnosed by some common heart disorder symptoms like dizziness, fainting, and palpitations. However, if you know the causes/risk factors for pulmonary hypertension and take some preventive measures, then you will be able to avoid this complication. Heart failure and heart enlargement In pulmonary hypertension, the right ventricle of the heart becomes enlarged and makes it difficult for the organ to pump blood.

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer, also known as malignant melanoma, which is developed in the melanocyte cells of the skin. Melanocytes produce melanin, which is responsible for the color of our skin. But it is found that melanoma impacts more people with a lighter complexion because they lack melanin. Hence, the prevention of melanoma is more crucial to those with fairer complexion. However, exceptions are still present, wherein people having dark complexions are infected too. Most melanoma cases have developed on exposed areas of the body (i.e., legs, arms, chest, feet, hands, next, etc.). Take a careful look at these steps for preventing melanoma: 1. Limit exposure to sunlight Ultra violet rays in the sunlight damage the skin and cause pigmentation. So, we suggest limiting your exposure to sunlight to the time early in the morning or during late evening hours. Doing so, you can get the minimum required amount of vitamin D in your body without increasing the chances of developing skin cancer. 2. Keep immunity strong It is vital for people with a weaker immune system to keep a check on these diseases. They should either start maintaining a healthy diet or go through regular check-ups.

Sexual satisfaction plays an important role in maintaining the overall mental as well as physical wellbeing of a person. The levels of sexual drive vary between individuals in different stages of life. Therefore, a low sex drive might not necessarily be considered as a problem. However, if this affects a person’s relationship with their partner or causes anxiety or stress in their life, it can be a matter of concern among people. Some of the most common causes of low libido in women are discussed in the following section. 1. Hormonal imbalance The following hormonal imbalances can affect sex drive in women: Estrogen It is the main female hormone, and a reduced level of this hormone can lead to various health issues including lower sex drive. Besides, when it is accompanied by a higher or lower level of testosterone, women can experience mood swings, gain weight or experience bloating, light or heavy periods, dryness in the vagina, etc. Testosterone Though it is a male hormone, females also produce a little amount of it in their ovaries or adrenal glands. An imbalance in this hormone’s level can not only cause low libido in women but also various other health issues such as acne, hair loss, anxiety, and infertility.

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that originates in the lymphatic system. The tumors caused by this type of blood cancer generally develop in a type of white blood cell, medically known as lymphocytes. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is more common than Hodgkin lymphoma, which usually affects more males than females. In most cases, doctors fail to determine the actual cause of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. However, a recent study has revealed a few factors that may cause an increase in the risk. Some of these risk factors are: 1. Race and family history Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is usually more common in developed countries. It is common among Caucasians, as they are known to be affected by non-Hodgkin lymphoma more than Asian-Americans or African-Americans. Some researchers also consider family history to be one of the risk factors of this type of blood cancer. Thus, if any of your family members have had non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you are more likely to get affected by this disease. 2. Age Age is considered to be one of the most common causes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, as this disease generally affects people who are 60 years or older. However, some types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma are also known to affect young adults.

Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer occurring in plasma cells which are a type of white blood cells. As a result, instead of producing antibodies to fight infections, these cells produce proteins that lead to various health complications. Though various medical professionals use different staging criteria, this form of cancer has four stages which include: smoldering, Stage I, Stage II and Stage III. In 2013, an international group divided multiple myeloma into three stages based on two criteria—the levels of serum albumin and the concentration of beta-2-microglobulin. Over time, these criteria were accepted by various other groups widely. Risk factors for multiple myeloma are not known. Hence proper preventive measures cannot be undertaken. In the initial stage of this disease, a patient shows no signs or symptoms. Therefore treatments are not necessary until the symptoms make an appearance. In stage I, patients might experience signs of anemia and the presence of a small amount of M protein; however, damages to the bone are not noticed. In stage II, anemia, M protein as well as bone damages are noticeable. In stage III, apart from anemia and M protein, patients also show signs of kidney damage. The cancerous cells might be located in or outside the bone marrow.