What is organ transplantation?   Organ transplantation in simple terms means the replacement of a non-working organ in your body with an organ obtained from another individual. The individual who receives the transplant is called the recipient while the individual who donates his organ is called the donor. The donors can be healthy living individuals or individuals who have recently deceased. Various organs such as the kidney, heart, liver ...

What are anabolic steroids? Anabolic steroids refer to a group of drugs that are similar to male hormones such as testosterone. Anabolic steroids can also be referred to as synthetic hormones that mimic the natural hormones present in our body. Testosterone plays a vital role in the development of male characteristics and also of the muscles in our body. Anabolic steroids are commonly consumed for these effects as it is believed to enhance the ...

What is water retention? Water retention or edema refers to the abnormal collection of water within the tissues of the body. Also known as fluid retention, water retention is commonly noted as puffiness in the feet, ankles and legs. Water retention is generally observed more often in pregnant women and older adults. However, it can be noted at any age and both in men and women. Water retention may occur to certain physiological conditions such a ...

What is kidney cancer? An uncontrolled and abnormal growth of the cells and tissues of the kidneys is known as kidney cancer.  Kidneys are small bean shaped organs located in the abdomen that are involved in absorption of essential nutrients and formation of urine. The kidney is made up of numerous cells and tissues and different types of cancers are noted based on the region of the kidney affected. In general, renal cell carcinoma i ...

Steroids were once viewed as a substance only being used by body builders, fitness fanatics and professional athletes, however, in the society of today, steroid use is becoming more commonplace.  While the short term effects of steroid use are well known, it is the long term adverse effects that are unknown and to date, have not been studied. What is a Testosterone? Testosterone is an anabolic steroid secreted by the testicles in a ...