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Health Ledger - Treatment of tuberculosis in children

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TB in children is not a contagious disease because the bacteria only multiply in the lungs gland so it does not open. It was certainly very different from TB in adults that can be transmitted through the air and body contact with patients. Children with poor nutrition or have weak immune systems are particularly vulnerable to contracting TB germs . For early prevention efforts so that children are not infected with TB germs, it is suggested to parents to give BCG vaccine in children, especially after the birth. TB in children can be dangerous if not controlled properly, because the bacteria that enter the respiratory tract can spread throughout the body such as the lining of the brain, liver, kidney, bone. However, during the child's immune system is in good condition, the TB germs will remain silent and only react when children decreased durability. Current treatment of tuberculosis in children starts from the diagnosis of tuberculosis in children. But in fact very diffic...

Health ledger - TB in Children

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Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB). Tuberculosis generally affects the lungs, but can also affect other parts of the body. Most infections do not have symptoms, known as latent tuberculosis. About 10% of latent infections progress to active disease which, if left untreated, kills about half of those infected . The classic symptoms of active TB are a chronic cough with blood-containing sputum, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.The historical term " consumption " came about due to the weight loss. Infection of other organs can cause a wide range of symptoms. Tuberculosis or TB that infects the child can be said to be different with tuberculosis in adults. TB in children are difficult to be identified compared to the identification of tuberculosis in the elderly. Tuberculosis is a disease that attacks the respiratory system. This disease can cause the sufferer to experience a cough that never let up. Co...

Health Ledger - Drinks that can reduce the quality of sperm

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Drinking is routine to do every day and it is the basic human needs because our body needs fluids every day. Drinking is necessary, but, the drinks are healthy and some are not healthy. Healthful drink water of course, but there are other types of beverages that can harm health and can reduce the quality of sperm. But drinks that can degrade the quality of the sperm is very popular with men, whether it's drinks, the following is a beverage which can decrease sperm quality. Alcoholic beverages Who is not familiar with this one drink, especially among adolescents. Alcoholic drinks are not good for health, especially on the soft tissues of the oral cavity, gastrointestinal, and even the risk of liver damage (liver). Besides alcohol can also impair sexual health, which cause abnormalities in sperm structure and can decrease sperm count. As said by a scientist, men who consumed alcohol 3-6 times a week at risk of liver damage (liver) .In addition have a lower sperm count than men...

Health Ledger - 7 Powerful Benefits of Tomatoes For Your Body Health

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Tomato Tomatoes are one of the fruits that are identical to a bright red color. All people are not necessarily familiar with the red fruit of this one. Tomato fruit can be eaten directly or added to the entire family's favorite dishes. Because the tomato is one type of fruit, it is not surprising that the fruit contains a variety of nutrients that are needed by your body. You may never know it, tomatoes have such tremendous benefits for the body. So, what are the benefits of tomatoes for health devastating it .... ???       Friend, health tips. Tomatoes are one of the fruits that are relatively cheap in terms of price in the market. So no wonder, tomatoes are always in your refrigerator or kitchen. Even so, a lot of the content of nutrients in the bright red fruit. Based on the facts, this fruit is a good source of vitamins A, C, K, potassium, folate, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, magnesium, phosphorus, copper and low in sodium, saturated fat, calories and choleste...

Health Ledger - 7 Powerful Benefits of Corn For Your Body Health

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Corn Corn is one source of carbohydrates that can be an alternative meal instead of rice. Corn makana including one type that is easily recognizable from its physical form beans which are colored yellow and lined up lengthwise around the cob. Roasted corn and corn on the cob are two ways to make the corn is very delicious to eat. However, besides the taste is savory and delicious, corn store various hidden benefits for the health of your body. So, what are the benefits for health devastating corn that ... ???      Friend, health tips. Humans need energy to be able to move, work and think every day. For this reason, consuming a variety of foods that contain carbohydrates become one of the best solution. Rice, wheat and corn merupakana some foods that contain carbohydrates needed by the body. Especially for corn, the food turned out to have and store a variety of other nutrients that can improve the health of your body. Here are 7 powerful benefits of corn for t...