Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition characterized by white-to-yellow greasy scales on the scalp, face and ears. The condition can cause different parts of the skin to flake or trigger itchiness. The condition typically affects the scalp but can also affect other parts of the body. The usual sites include the eyebrows, sides of the […]
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Hay fever or allergic rhinitis is a common ailment with symptoms strikingly resembling the cold such as congestion, sneezing, sinus pressure and runny nose. It is triggered by an allergic response to airborne substances such as pollen. The time of the year the condition arises depends on the airborne substance the individual is allergic to.
Plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a bundle of connective tissue that stretches from the heel to the ball of the foot. After some time, excess stress on the connective tissue results to overtightening, tearing and inflammation. A sore cycle starts when the foot which naturally tightens at night
Ingrown toenails can occur if the toenails are excessively trimmed. This occurs if the edges of the nail grow directly into the surrounding tissues of the toe, resulting to discomfort and pain. What are the causes? Ingrown toenails often form if the toenails are not properly trimmed which causes the nail plate to be far
Psoriasis is a long-lasting, inflammatory autoimmune ailment that affects the skin. The indications of the disease usually come and go, oftentimes without any evident pattern. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQ_4EkmV1tM Close look on psoriasis remission The indications of some chronic ailments such as psoriasis might arise and settle over the years. If there are no indications of active psoriasis
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Nicotine withdrawal is one reason why many individuals find it difficult to quit smoking. Many regular smokers end up addicted to nicotine and sudden cessation triggers symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. Luckily, the condition only lasts for only a few weeks or less. Close look on nicotine withdrawal While smoking, nicotine causes changes in the brain
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Sepsis is the toxic reaction of the body to infection. The immune system fights off infections and in most cases, it is successful and the individual recovers. In some cases, though, the bloodstream is overwhelmed with toxic substances released by the germs which impairs the function of the blood vessels. In addition, the immune system
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Lymphatic filariasis is an infectious, parasitic condition brought about by nematodes. The condition is triggered by the presence of thread-like worms or filariae in the lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes. The lymphatic channels drain out the excess fluid and has a role in the immune system. It is important to note that lymphatic filariasis is
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A perforated eardrum involves a tear or rupture in the tympanic membrane between the outer and middle ear. The tympanic membrane or eardrum vibrates as a response to sound waves that enter the ear. The nerve cells in the middle and inner ear send out signals to the brain that is perceived as sound. If
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A foot bruise is usually due to a minor injury from bumps, scrapes, falls or trips. In most cases, the feet and legs easily bruise than other body parts. The reason for this is that these areas are susceptible to injury and to the effects of gravity on the flow of blood. Usual causes of
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