Demodex mites are tiny parasitic pests that are found on the surface of the skin and hair follicles in both animals and humans. These mites thrive in the hair follicles of all warm-blooded creatures and do not trigger any symptoms. On the other hand, when the immune system is suppressed, the mites will cause itchiness, […]
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Diarrhea is a common symptom of alimentary tract disease and a frequent occurrence during summer days. Nevertheless, this condition can happen anytime and there are several reasons why diarrhea occurs in some individuals. Diarrhea is loose bowel movement or stool that is watery and can vary in consistency from semi-solid to watery stool. Diarrhea can
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The horsefly is a member of the tabanidae family and there are about 1000 or more found throughout the world and the stripped horsefly and black horsefly are the most dangerous. Horseflies dwell in wet lands and prefers warm climate. They also help in the pollination of flowers especially the male horsefly which feeds on
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The pain due to inflammation of the pleura is called pleuritic chest pain. The pleura is a membrane that surrounds the lungs and made up of two layers – the inner membrane which function as a protective layer while the outer layer surrounds the chest cavity. Once these two layers of pleura move alongside each
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Diphtheria is an acute infectious disease that is caused by toxin-producing bacteria known as corynebacterium diphtheria. It affects the mucus lining of the upper respiratory tract, usually the tonsils, throat and the nose. A characteristic mark of diphtheria is the thick grey-coated layer found at the back of the throat. If this layer is removed,
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Bleeding from the nose is a frightening situation not only for the affected person but also for others who are not accustomed to see one. Nose bleeding is not common in children and older people. There are several factors that causes nose bleeding whether at night or in the morning. There are factors that cause
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Freezing temperature and cold weather conditions can damage the body tissues, especially those that are exposed to the dry, freezing and windy weather. Frostnip is a mild form of frostbite and considered as the initial phase before frostbite sets in. Prolonged exposure to cold without treatment can lead to frostbite and causes permanent damage to
Occipital neuralgia is a form of headache caused by the occipital nerve which are found in the upper neck at the rear upper part of the head. It can cause pinched nerves, direct trauma, gout, diabetes, infection and inflammation of the blood vessel. There are two occipital nerves which stimulates the nerve muscle of the
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Everyone experiences back strain every now and then. Suffering from strained back can be annoying. Pain and stiffness of the back prevents a person from engaging in daily routine work. This condition is caused by injury to the back muscle, usually the muscles and tendons of the lower back. The back muscles typically bear much
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Some people experience certain forms of physical sensation after a workout such as feeling refreshed but tired and sore and even shaking of muscles but this twitching and trembling of muscles is only short lived and not a serious condition. In some individuals, it can be caused by a low fitness level. The ideal way
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