Conjunctivitis is inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane or conjunctiva. It is the layer that outlines the eyelid and envelops the white area of the eyeball. Once the small blood vessels in the conjunctiva are irritated, they become visible in the eye. This causes the whites of the eye appear reddish or pink. This […]
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Metatarsalgia is a condition in which the ball of the foot is painful and inflamed. It is caused by performing activities such as jumping and running, deformities of the foot and wearing shoes that are too tight. It usually happens in the heads of the metatarsals where the 3 center toes link with the ball
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A hammertoe happens due to muscular and ligament inequality around the toe joint which leads to the bending of the center joint of the toe and remains in this position. Hammertoe causes rubbing and irritation on top of the bent toe. Women are more susceptible to hammertoes due to the shoes worn. The middle 3
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An abdominal muscle tear is a pathological condition where the internal structures of the muscles of the abdomen is injured or damaged. The injury can be partial or complete tear of a muscle. The abdominal muscles are found around the abdomen and the trunk as well as the core muscles of the body. Degrees of
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Gout is a form of arthritis characterized by sudden severe pain, redness and tenderness in the joints especially the big toe. It usually last for 3-10 days followed by a pain-free period before the next episode happens. Gout is an abnormal metabolism of uric acid that results to excess deposition in the tissues of blood.
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Hives is a common condition among children. It is characterized by red, itchy and white raised welt or bumps on the skin. Hives are not contagious and can last for a few hours to days but if it becomes severe, it can last for weeks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVROHUnAOqc Hives happen when the body releases histamine in reaction
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Swelling happens as a result of an injury, pregnancy and other health conditions. If not treated properly, swelling becomes frustrating and cause severe pain. Walking and spraining an ankle or lifting a heavy bag and injuring the arm are injuries that can result to swelling at the site of the trauma. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUa1cAajcmI Inflammation is the
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