Types of Allergies: 7 Common Triggers, Symptoms, and More
...drug allergies by assessing your symptoms and your medical and medication history. You might also have a skin test done to see if an allergic reaction occurs. If you’re allergic...
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What is Mastotomy with Exploration or Drainage of Abscess: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...abscess in the area. A breast abscess, which occurs due to the accumulation of pus, causes pain and swelling. Some of them form just under the skin, while some can...
What is Forehead Correction: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...skin and underlying tissues are separated from the forehead bone. * **Lifting:** The forehead is lifted and repositioned, removing excess skin and tightening underlying muscles. * **Closure:** The incisions are...
What is Bone Debridement: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition & Overview Bone debridement is the surgical process of removing skin and bone close to and surrounding an infected wound associated with bone injuries or diseases. This procedure involves...
What is Herpes Simplex?
...your conditions Adoctor conditions. Read more about Signs of Herpes » Causes of herpes simplex Herpes simplex is transmitted through skin-to-skin contact between an individual infected with the virus and...
What is Hyperthyroidism?
...and eyes Itchy skin Thinning of the hair Eye bulging and irritation (Graves’ ophthalmopathy, or thyroid eye disease) Rarely, reddening and thickening of the skin, most often on the shins...
What is Gastrostomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition and Overview A gastrostomy is a procedure wherein an artificial opening is created and a tube inserted to connect the stomach to the skin. It is generally performed for...
Enterocutaneous Fistula
...contents through the skin, leading to various complications. **Symptoms:** * Leakage of intestinal contents through the skin * Abdominal discomfort * Diarrhea * Skin irritation and drainage **Causes:** * Crohn’s...
What is Cyst Removal: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...sebaceous glands, giving them a unique appearance due to the presence of hair, skin, and sometimes even teeth Testicular cyst, or fluid-filled pockets of skin that grow in the testicles...
What is Impetigo?
...common infection, and most commonly affects school-aged children. It is easily spread by skin-to-skin contact, or via objects touched by someone with the infection. It causes itchy, painless bumps or...