Long QT syndrome is when the heart’s electrical system takes too long to recharge. This problem can be life-threatening as it causes abnormal heart rhythm. It can be acquired or inherited. Though most people take medications to control long QT syndrome, others require surgery or may need a device to lower the risk of abnormal … Read more
Dorsal humps, whether caused by injuries or inherited, tend to affect our facial appearances. And since presenting the most beautiful side of ourselves can improve our likelihood of getting a leading role in a movie, most celebrities have had their noses done. Sure, rhinoplasty surgery has improved the appearances of millions, but some celebrities have … Read more
Did you know that there’s a fear of vomiting or fear of being sick? Emetophobia is an overwhelming fear of vomiting, hearing someone being sick, or feeling nauseated. And celebrities do suffer from emetophobia. Here are 12 celebrities who struggle with emetophobia. 1. Cameron Diaz One of the most famous people who has emetophobia is … Read more
Menstruation is a common occurrence in women, but the stigma around it makes it a rare discussion out in the open. However, we are taking a step further to talk about the most severe premenstrual disorder, known as Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). This disorder usually occurs a week before menstruation and can be explained by … Read more
Do you have dry, rough patches and small bumps on your thighs, buttocks, and upper arms? Most likely, you have keratosis pilaris, a type of skin condition. I t’s not only us normal folks who experience such skin issues. Even celebrities aren’t spared. Here are 10 celebrities who have keratosis pilaris. 1. Keira Knightly Keira … Read more
Celebrities are people just like us; therefore, they can be affected by the same illnesses affecting us including trigeminal neuralgia. So if you experience some pain when brushing your teeth, speaking, or chewing then you’re not alone. A number of celebrities have spoken about their struggle with this condition. Trigeminal neuralgia triggers intense pain resembling … Read more
We are back, and this time with another silent killer called mitochondrial disease. This disease is genetically inherited in an autosomal recessive or autosomal dominant pattern. It means you can get a mutated gene that causes mitochondrial diseases from one or both biological parents. The diseases can be recognised at birth or may arise later … Read more
Our bodies are quite complex; in fact, several things can go wrong while we are developing in our mothers’ wombs or growing up. A simple genetic mutation can occur resulting in a complication that we may have to live with for our entire lives. And one of these conditions that can cause visual impairment is … Read more
Spasmodic dysphonia is a neurological disorder that impacts the voice muscles in the voice box (larynx). In normal conditions, when you speak, the air from the lungs is pushed between the vocal cords, making them vibrate, resulting in a sound (your voice). However, when someone suffers from spasmodic dysphonia, the muscles in the vocal cords … Read more
Celebrities aren’t born picture-perfect. Some had to undergo cosmetic dentistry to enhance their appearance and smile. While some had to use braces to correct their buck teeth, others used veneers, and some underwent extensive orthodontic treatments. We will look at 12 celebrities who had buck teeth before their fame. Some may even surprise you. Watch … Read more