Knee pain is a common problem affecting people of all ages. Knee pain is caused by injuries such as a ruptured ligament or a torn cartilage as well as other conditions such as gout, arthritis and other forms of infections can also cause knee pain. Symptoms There is redness and warmth of the affected area […]
Dyshidrosis is also called dyshidrotic eczema or pompholyx which is a condition of the skin where there are small blisters filled with fluid that develops on the palms or the hands and the sides of the fingers and sometimes the soles of the feet can also be affected. The blisters due to dyshidrosis usually last
Fever in adults or pyrexia is a temperature higher than the normal body temperature. It can be a symptom of some underlying illnesses. It can happen to anyone at any age. Fever usually happens as a response to an infection as with flu virus or the inflammation that occurs on tissue injuries or diseases. Fever
A bruise is also called contusion or hematoma caused by bumping into something that is hard enough that can crush the blood vessels found under the skin without breaking the skin. The vessels starts to leak causing a red or purple blotch can be seen on the skin. As they start to heal, the skin
Anal itching or pruritus is irritation of the skin at the opening of the anal canal. Itching in the anal can be due to the reaction to chemicals in the stool. Anal itching can become severe due to the inflammation and direct trauma of scratching of the areas and the presence of moisture. Anal itching
A coccyx injury is due to pain and discomfort in the tailbone areas and the condition is called coccydynia and typically caused by dislocation, bruise and fracture or break of the coccyx. The coccyx is a triangular bony structure at the bottom of the vertebral column and it has 3-5 bony segments that is linked
Pain in the neck involves spasms in the neck and shoulder muscles. This is usually caused by poor posture while sitting and sleeping as well as injuries which makes the muscle stiff and result to involuntary contractions or spasms. Causes of neck muscle spasm Overuse of the muscles caused by lifting of heavy weights and
The abdominal muscles are the core muscles on the front region of the body in between the pelvis and the ribs. They are the muscles that support the trunk and also hold the organs of the abdomen in place. They also help in several movements of the body and can end up with a strain
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An earache is a painful sensation that can be experienced in the inner or outer ear that causes pain that can be sharp, dull and piercing and affects one or both ears and can be short-lived or chronic. An earache can be an agonizing experience for anybody, especially for a young child. Otitis media is
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Fluid on the knee or “effusion” or water on the knee is due to an injury and reacts by swelling and accumulation of body fluids in trying to protect the areas. The swelling can be mild or severe and treatment will depend on the severity of the condition. Symptoms When knee sustained a bruise, putting