Sore throats are fairly common. They are usually characterised by painful, dry, or scratchy sensations in the throat. Most sore throats although uncomfortable will usually go away on their own. Sore throats are categorised by the part of the throat they affect: 1. Pharyngitis causes swelling and soreness in the throat. 2. Tonsillitis is an […]
Phlebitis refers to the inflammation of a vein, often occurring in the legs. Phlebitis can be superficial, affecting veins close to the skin’s surface, or deep, involving deeper veinsPhlebitis symptoms can vary depending on whether it’s superficial (involving veins close to the skin) or deep (affecting deeper veins). Here are the common symptoms associated with
Excessive perspiration, medically known as hyperhidrosis, refers to a condition characterized by abnormally increased sweating that goes beyond the body’s normal need for temperature regulation. Sweat glands are stimulated excessively, leading to sweating that can occur even when the body is not overheated. Hyperhidrosis can be either generalized, affecting the entire body, or localized, targeting
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Shingles is an acute reactivation infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (This is the same virus that causes chickenpox, It isn’t known what reactivates the virus.). Anyone who’s had chickenpox previously may develop shingles. Herpes zoster is most prevalent in those over 50 years of age. Although shingles isn’t a life-threatening condition, it can be
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Poor digestion refers to a condition where the digestive system struggles to properly break down and absorb nutrients from the food we eat. The digestive process involves the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed into the bloodstream and utilized by the body for energy, growth, and repair. When
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It is a chronic disease that progresses in stages if left untreated. Syphilis can affect various organ systems and cause a wide range of symptoms. It is important to diagnose and treat syphilis early to prevent complications and further transmission.Syphilis is a
Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection that primarily affects children and is characterized by a distinctive red rash that resembles a sunburn. It’s caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria, the same bacteria responsible for strep throat. The infection typically occurs after a strep throat or tonsillitis infection. Complications of scarlet fever, while rare, can include
The tonsils are two oval-shaped pads of tissue (palatine tonsils) located at the back of the throat, forming part of the immune system. Because of their location they can stop germs from entering the body through the mouth or the nose. The tonsils contain many white blood cells, which are responsible for combatting infections. Tonsilitis
Rheumatism is a broad and somewhat outdated term that has been historically used to describe various conditions characterized by pain and inflammation in the muscles, joints, and connective tissues. However, in modern medicine, the term “rheumatism” is no longer used as a specific diagnosis because it doesn’t refer to a single, well-defined medical condition. Instead,