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Diabetic Coma

Diabetic coma is a complication of diabetes that is characterized by loss of consciousness. If left untreated, it could even lead to death. The following write-up provides information on the causes and symptoms of this condition, and ways to manage and prevent this life-threatening event.

Down Syndrome Facts

Down's Syndrome is named after John Langdon Haydon Down, the British physician who first described it. A genetic condition, DS changes the life of the person diagnosed with it. What causes it and how to manage it, are the questions that torment the parents of these special children. Special care and faith is all you need.

Mucus in the Stool

Is it normal to have mucus in your stool? Well, the passage of a small amount of mucus in the fecal matter should not worry you, but do consult a doctor if you have been passing visible amounts of mucus in stool on a regular basis. It could be a sign of a digestive disorder. The following write-up provides information on some of these disorders.