Fungus is a member of a large group of eukaryotic organisms like yeast and molds. Humans are more susceptible to fungal infection. Some fungal infections affect both the internal and external parts of the body. Candidiasis – it is a fungal disease that affects the colon. The candida causes the lining of the colon to […]
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Urticaria is more commonly known as hives. It is a condition affecting the skin and manifests as red bumps that are itchy with red rashes. In most cases, the condition may resolve quickly but it can become a major emergency case when it is accompanied by complications like a serious allergy attack. Urticaria is considered
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Leg ulcers are an excavation of the skin surface that occurs when inflamed necrotic tissue sloughs off. A majority of reported leg ulcers occurs as a result of chronic venous insufficiency. Moreover, other factors that contribute to the development of the ulcerations brought about by lesions are due to arterial insufficiency, partial and full thickness
Poison ivy rashes usually occur after contact with the poison ivy plant, whether directly or indirectly. This is caused by sensitivity to urushiol. The oil resin is found in the plant’s leaves, stems and roots, and can remain active for years. Aside from poison ivy, urushiol is also found in poison oak and poison sumac.
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