What Are the Side Effects of Probiotics?
December 29, 2011 – 4:05 am | No Comment
Probiotics which are also known as friendly bacteria are generally considered to be safe like other nutritional supplements but many a times they may also pose harmful side effects. The live bacteria content of probiotic supplement can over colonize the intestine and cause infection which is one of the probiotic side effects. This type of risks generally occurs in newborns, elderly people and people  [...]

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Blastomycosis: A Fatal Illness
December 7, 2009 – 9:45 am | No Comment
Blastomycosis: A Fatal Illness
The earth and the human life are being led by various fungal creatures whether positively or negatively since last so many years or centuries. However, various researchers and doctors are finding the ways whether theses all creatures can be used positively to treat other diseases. Fungal infections can lead to several diseases and even can be the reason of death. Blastomycosis, which is also known as ‘North American Blastomycosis’ is one of those disease that is led or developed by fungal infections. What is Blastomycosis? Blastomycosis is mainly a fungus and infectious sickness that starts from the lungs and at times can explore in the whole body especially on the skin surface. The infections can affect lungs, mouth, skin and tissues below the skin or even in the prostate and epididymis. The main source of the fungus is unknown. Researchers say that Central and South America and parts of Africa are the main places where these type funguses are found. Causes of Blastomycosis: The  [...]