A broken nose typically recuperates on its own within 3 weeks. It is best to seek medical care if the injury is not getting better or the nose appears deformed. Do I have I broken nose? Redness, pain and swelling of the nose Crackling or crunching sound if the nose is touched Difficulty breathing out […]
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Febrile seizures are defined as fits that occur if a child has fever. It generally occurs between the ages of 6 months up to 3 years. It can be frightening especially if it is the first time. Nevertheless, the episode is generally harmless, and most children fully recover after. What are the signs? Febrile seizures
Discoid eczema is defined as a skin condition where the skin is itchy, swollen, cracked and reddened in round or oval patches. If the condition is not treated, it can last for weeks, months or even years. It might even continue to recur, often in the same site that was previously affected. What are the
The bird flu is a communicable form of influenza that mainly affects birds. In sporadic instances, it can also affect humans. There are various strains of the bird flu virus which do not infect humans, but the notable strains that resulted to serious health concerns include H2N1, H5N6 and H7N9. Even though these viruses do
Septic arthritis is characterized by joint inflammation due to a bacterial infection. Any joint in the body can be affected but likely to affect the hips and knees. Remember that more than one joint can be affected simultaneously. Generally, most can achieve full recovery after treatment. If not treated, it can lead to lasting joint
Antihistamines are drugs often given to alleviate the symptoms of allergies such as conjunctivitis, hay fever, hives and reactions to insect stings or bites. These drugs are often given to prevent motion sickness and as a brief treatment for sleeping difficulties. What are the types? There are different types of antihistamines and generally categorized into
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Antacids are drugs that counteract the stomach acid to alleviate heartburn and indigestion. It is available as chewable or liquid tablets and available over-the-counter. When do I need one? Antacids are generally given if the individual has the following: Heartburn Indigestion Gastritis Stomach ulcer The drug can rapidly relieve the symptoms in a few hours
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Chickenpox was previously a common form of childhood infection. With the introduction of a vaccine, the cases have drastically dropped. What are the signs? The characteristic indication of chickenpox is an itchy rash that is localized in the abdomen, chest, face, back and upper legs and arms along with fever up to 105 degrees, headache
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A spinal fracture can range from minor trauma among those with osteoporosis to serious injury from falls or vehicular accidents. In severe cases, it results to instability of the spine with high risk for spinal cord injury and pain. What is the cause? If an external force is placed on the spine such as during
Uveitis is defined as inflammation of the middle eye layer or uvea. The uvea includes the iris or colored region of the eye, choroid and ciliary body. It is important to note that the uvea is essential since it include several veins and arteries that transport blood to regions of the eye required for vision.
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