Heel pain is a common problem of the foot that causes interruption of the daily regular movements. Generally, pain is felt on the bottom of the heel or in the arch of the foot. The pain occurs gradually and can be severe especially in the morning upon waking up. In addition, wearing flat shoes can […]
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A sebaceous cyst is a benign, firm sac that develops in the skin and sometimes forms a lump that is shaped like a dome and is attached to the epidermis that can be moved over the tissues. The sac is filled with sebum that looks like cheese and greasy. It usually happens on the shoulder,
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The wolf spider is one of the dangerous species of spider. It is usually mistaken for a tarantula. They are also called “hunting spider” and “ground spider.” They are active hunters and do not spin webs on their prey. Generally, the spider stalk their prey and pounce on them. They bite if they are threatened
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A baker’s cyst is also called a popliteal cyst. It is a fluid-filled swelling at the back of the knee due to the swelling and inflammation of the tissues. Symptoms of baker’s cyst Locking or clicking sound can be heard in the joint of the knee Pain in the knee and calf when bending or
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A broken toe is a fracture when one or more bones of the toe of the foot are fractured after an injury such as dropping something on the foot or stubbing the toe. It is also caused by injury or trauma and prolonged repetitive movements and result to a type of broken toe called hairline
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Sea lice are small larvae of the jellyfish with stinging cells. Their bites can be seen under the bathing suit as a red rash with small blisters. They are also called ocean itch, sea bather’s rash, pica-pica, beach lice and sea poisoning. These sea creatures have stinging cells on the body called nematocytes. When they
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Writer’s cramp is a condition caused by continuous cramps for an extended period in the muscles of hands or fingers. The cramps are caused by involuntary contraction of the muscles while performing a specific task. When it affects only one area of the body is called focal dystonia and it is a type of writer’s
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The ulnar collateral ligament is an injury to the ligament in the elbow. The ligaments are bands of tissue that attaches one bone to another to form a joint. The ulnar collateral ligament is found in the medial elbow. They become damaged overtime from an acute injury due to overuse and repetitive stress damage such
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Caterpillar sting causes minor symptoms or a dangerous allergic reaction. Generally, caterpillars are the adolescent forms of butterflies and moths. They have stinging fibers and hairs, which is a form of protections against predators. Sometimes, these fibers have toxins that penetrate the skin when they are released and result to pain, itching and contact dermatitis.
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Corneal flash burn is damage due to overexposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun and other sources of light such as the welder’s arch or camera flash. It is sunburn to the surface of the eye. It results to pain and difficulty with vision. Symptoms of a corneal flash burn Sensitivity to light Bloodshot eyes
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