Impetigo is a transmittable skin infection caused by bacteria that affects mostly children. The condition involves the formation of red sores with blisters that occur on areas surrounding the mouth and nose, and even in the legs and arms. Take note that these the sores will eventually drain and form a crust. Symptoms Look for […]
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Tendonitis is a condition that is characterized by inflammation of a tendon that results in soreness or pain such as overstretching of tendons with repetitive use. The wrist and the joints of the elbow are more susceptible to tendonitis since the hands and arms are used in various tasks. Minimize strain when treating tendonitis in
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Breast pain also known as mastalgia is a complaint common among women such as a piercing burning pain or tautness of the breast tissue and there is tenderness, and it can be continuous or happens irregularly. Breast pain ranges from minor to harsh and attacks just before the monthly period or will continue throughout the
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The bursa is a sac that is filled with fluid found inside the elbow that functions as cushion between the bone and skin and when the bursa is inflamed and filled with fluid caused by trauma or irritation, it is called bursitis of the elbow. It is caused by direct trauma, prolonged pressure to the
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Cervical spondylosis is an age-related condition that affects the spinal disk in the neck which causes the wearing and tearing of the bones and cartilage. Cervical spondylosis is also known as cervical osteoarthritis and neck arthritis. Symptoms Cervical spondylosis does not have any symptoms, but if ever there is a symptom, it only affects the
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Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is also known as juvenile idiopathic arthritis and common among children ages under 16. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis causes persistent swelling, joint pain and stiffness. Some children have symptoms only for months but others have symptoms for the rest of their lives. Symptoms A child limps especially in the morning or after eating.
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Glaucoma is an eye condition caused by an optic nerve damage which can cause vision loss. Glaucoma damages the vision gradually and loss of vision cannot be noticed until the disease is at an advanced stage. A common type of glaucoma is the primary open-angle glaucoma, the signs and symptoms cannot be noticed except the
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An allergic reaction to hair dye is due to a reaction to paraphenylenediamine also known as PPD which is a common ingredient in hair dyes. The allergic dermatitis is caused by exposure to PPD can cause a lot of discomfort, but there are step to relieve the symptoms. If you want to learn ways to
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An open wound is an injury that involves an external or internal break of the body tissues that usually involves the skin. Anyone experiences an open wound at some point in the person’s life. Some minor open wounds can be treated at home. Accidents caused by sharp objects or tools, falls, and vehicular accidents can
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Heat rash is also known as prickly heat and miliaria and it not only affects babies, but it can affect adults too especially during humid and hot weather. It develops when the sweat ducts called pores are blocked and will cause the perspiration to be trapped under the skin. Symptoms can range from superficial blisters
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