Scabies is itchy, especially at night. It is caused by mites. You become infected through skin contact …
Tuberculosis symptoms and treatment
Tuberculosis symptoms and treatment. Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the tubercle bacteria. TB is contagious and is spread through the air. Tubercle bacteria can cause serious infections throughout the body. Usually, the disease occurs in …
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Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
A TIA is a transient stroke, Transient ischemic attack (TIA). There is a temporary lack of blood supply to part of the brain. This can cause problems with speech, strength, or sensation of the face, arms, and …
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Vaginismus symptoms and treatment
Vaginismus symptoms and treatment. Normally, a ‘too narrow vagina’ does not actually exist. The vagina is spacious enough for a child to be born and therefore certainly spacious enough to allow a penis, even a large …
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Gum disease and oral hygiene
In gum disease and oral hygiene, the gums are inflamed. Another word for this is gingivitis. The gum disease can spread and progress to a severe form called periodontitis. Gingivitis After insufficient cleaning of the teeth, plaque can remain. In …
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Systemic lupus erythematosus symptoms and precautions
What is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)? Do you know Systemic lupus erythematosus symptoms and precautions? Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease. The defense is directed against cells of the body. SLE makes antibodies against connective …
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Tietze’s disease Symptoms and treatments
Tietze’s disease Symptoms and treatments. Tietze’s disease, also known as Tietze syndrome or (not quite rightly so) costochondritis, is a disease of the cartilage of the ribs. The connection between the ribs and the sternum is …
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Types of stoma
Types of stoma. Some medical conditions make you unable to urinate or defecate normally. Then it may be necessary to create a stoma to support your digestive or urinary system. Part of your large or small intestine …
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Cataracts eye disease
Cataracts eye disease. Cataracts are clouding of the lens of the eye. The lens of the eye is located just behind the pupil. The lens provides a sharp image. Over the years, the lens becomes less clear. This is …
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Social phobia
Social phobia is an intense fear of social situations. Many people feel uncomfortable talking to a stranger, or feel embarrassed when they are suddenly the center of attention in a group. There are social situations in …
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Snow blindness
Welding eyes and snow blindness are actually two different names for one and the same condition. As the name suggests, welding eyes can form during welding, and snow blindness is common in the high mountains. When …
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