What is Atopic Dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, often called atopic eczema, is a common skin condition that typically causes dry, scaly, itchy, inflamed skin. The condition is particularly common in children under 5 years old, but may persist into later life. Atopic dermatitis is also…
What is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the layers of tissue that surround theinternal organs (the mesothelium). The lining of the lungs (the pleura) is the most commonlyaffected area, but cancer can also develop in the tissue in…
What is Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus?
Herpes zoster infection, often known as shingles, is a common viral infection that occurs when the chickenpox virus (varicella-zoster) reactivates later in life. When the herpes zoster infection affects a nerve in the face called the ophthalmic nerve, it is…
What is Inguinal Hernia?
An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pokes through a hole in the abdominal wall in the groin area. Inguinal hernias are relatively common. This condition mostly affects older men. The most common symptom of an inguinal hernia is a…
What is Pediatric Urinary Tract Infection?
Pediatric urinary tract infection is a common condition in children, which is caused by bacteria infecting any part of the urinary system. The urinary system includes the urethra (the tube between the bladder and the skin), the bladder, ureters (tubes…
What is Food Allergy?
A food allergy develops if the body’s immune system produces an abnormal response to one or more proteins contained in food.[1] This will often lead to unpleasant symptoms, commonly including itching or swelling of the mouth, a raised rash and…
What is Mumps?
Mumps is a contagious viral infection. The mumps virus is spread via saliva droplets which are released into the air when coughing or sneezing or by sharing cups or cutlery. The most common symptom is a swelling of the face…
What is Stomach Cancer?
Stomach cancer, sometimes called gastric cancer, is a slowly progressing cancer that arises from the stomach. Symptoms of stomach cancer are abdominal fullness, dark stools, nausea, vomiting, and unexplained weight loss, although many people will have no symptoms in the…
What is Ebola Virus Disease?
Ebola virus disease is an infectious condition caused by the Ebola virus. It leads to an illness characterized by fever and bleeding. The transmission occurs through direct contact with contaminated body fluids. Symptoms usually appear between 2 to 21 days…
What is Dementia With Lewy Bodies?
Dementia with Lewy bodies (or ‘Lewy body dementia’) is a common form of dementia in which abnormal proteins develop inside the brain cells. This condition commonly affects older adults. It is the second most common type of progressive dementia after…
What is Unstable Angina Pectoris?
Unstable angina, also known as unstable angina pectoris, is a medical emergency with sudden chest pain or tightness that worsens over a short period of time. Although it is not a heart attack, the symptoms are very similar, and is…
What is Melanoma?
Melanoma, also called malignant melanoma and cutaneous melanoma is one of the most aggressive forms of skin cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, over 91,000 new diagnoses of melanoma will be confirmed in the U.S. in 2018.[1] It is…