A broken foot can occur in both children and adults. The feet are susceptible to slipping and twisting that can result to minor injuries or even fractures. Causes of a broken foot Heels become fractured when falling or jumping from a height and landing on the feet. Toes are broken when accidently kicking something hard. […]
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Kneecap dislocation occurs when the kneecap is not aligned properly and usually slips out toward the outside part of the leg which results to swelling of the area. This injury usually happens due to twisting of the knee with a planted foot during gymnastics or dancing. It can also be caused by direct trauma to
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Heatstroke is a severe condition caused by overheating of the body. Heatstroke is the outcome of a prolonged physical activity that raises the temperature of the body above 104 degrees F. Remember that heatstroke needs medical help. If not treated, it can result to damage to the brain, heart, kidneys and muscles. Symptoms of heatstroke
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Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a type of arthritis usually common in children. The condition results to pain, swelling, unexplained rash and stiffness of the joints. Some forms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis can result to serious complications such as problems with growth and inflammation of the eyes. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWhskm2tvOo”] Causes of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Juvenile rheumatoid
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Croup is an infection affecting the respiratory system such as the larynx, trachea and the bronchial tubes in the lungs. Croup is a condition that develops in children which is usually caused by viral infections in the upper airways, throat and surrounding tissues with a distinctive barking cough. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWm79baQegc”] It is important to note
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Lockjaw involves spasms of the masseter muscle or the jaw muscle caused by being infected by tetanus. Tetanus is a bacterial infection that causes painful spasms of the muscles. Lockjaw is a disorder that prevents the mouth from opening properly and fully. The pain can spread to the ears, face, shoulders and the neck. When
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A forearm muscle strain is a partial or complete tearing of small fiber found in the forearm muscles. The forearm muscles function in extending and flexing the wrist and fingers. Using the wrist and fingers for various activities throughout the day such as at work or at home which makes these muscles susceptible to overuse
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Keratosis pilaris is a skin disorder that affects people of all ages. Keratosis pilaris develops as rough, small, red or tan bumps around the hair follicles on the legs, upper arms, buttocks and sometimes on the cheeks. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDC9CPCWMWE”] Keratosis pilaris is usually common in children and adolescents but can also affect adults and females
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Milia are small white bumps that develop across the nose of the baby, chin or cheeks, usually among newborns but it can also develop at any age. They are dead skin cells that are trapped below the surface of the skin and form small and hard cysts. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efue2sR3lug”] Adults can develop secondary milia in
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Dust mite allergy is sensitivity or reaction to the miniature bugs found in household dust. It causes sneezing and runny nose. Some experience symptoms of asthma such as wheezing and breathing difficulties. Close relatives of dust mites are spiders and ticks. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_JuVuespm4″] Dust mites eat dead skin cells shed by humans and live in
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