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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

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

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

Pneumonia is a severe inflammation and infection of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. In a pneumonia infection, the alveoli (air sacs) are filled with fluid and pus which results in them not being able to fill with air and inhibits oxygen from reaching the blood. The elderly, very young or immuno-compromised are

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses (Sinuses are small air-filled pockets in the bones that are connected to the nasal cavity and throat by passages that drain mucus away). Inflammation of the sinuses is usually caused by viral/bacterial infections or allergic reactions.1. Acute sinus symptoms that last 2-4 weeks are likely to have

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

A slow metabolism, also known as a sluggish metabolism, refers to the rate at which your body burns calories and converts food into energy for basic bodily functions, such as breathing, circulating blood, and cell repair. Metabolism is the complex biochemical process that occurs in the body to maintain life. Individuals with a slow metabolism

Poor lactation, also known as insufficient milk supply or inadequate breastfeeding, refers to a situation where a lactating mother produces less breast milk than her baby needs for optimal growth and nutrition. This can be a distressing and frustrating experience for both the mother and the infant. Poor lactation can occur for various reasons and

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