Costochondritis is a medical term that refers to a common condition in which joints of affected person become inflamed resulting into pain, tenderness and swelling over the ribs and cartilage around the breastbone. This inflammation usually grip several cartilage areas on both sides of the sternum but more often than not is on one side […]
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Contact dermatitis is a type of skin inflammation (eczema) that occurs when particular substances touch the skin causing an irritation or an allergic reaction. These substances are not necessarily irritants or allergens that are high in chemicals but every day resources causing red, itchy rashes. Bacterial infection is the most common complication from contact dermatitis.
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Milia is characterized by the appearance of tiny white cyst like formation on the skin. It is seen to occur in people of all age. Milia are formed when keratin is trapped in the outer layer of the skin, thus forming a cyst. These cyst starts from the base of a hair follicle or sweat
A chalazion is a fairly common eyelid condition. It is a chronic inflammation in the glands of the eyelids. It is when a small cyst forms in the upper or lower eyelid, though it is more common in the upper eyelid. Under the inner surface of the eyelids, tiny glands are present that produce an
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In neurogenic shock, vasodilatation occurs as a result of a loss of balance between the parasympathetic and sympathetic stimulation of the nervous system. Sympathetic stimulation causes vascular smooth muscles to constrict and parasympathetic stimulation causes the vascular smooth muscles to relax or dilate. The individual who experiences neurogenic shock experiences a predominant parasympathetic stimulation that causes
From time to time as parents, you need to leave your children in the care of a babysitter. This can be a difficult discussion to make, leaving the care of your child or children in the hands of a total stranger. You want to be sure that the babysitter really knows how to care for your
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Spinal cord injury is among the leading causes of chronic disability. Read further and learn about how spinal cord injury can impact a person’s life. A spinal cord injury refers to the damage to the spinal cord, usually due to extreme physical trauma such as in accidents or contact sports. This condition can lead to lasting
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Knowing what to do in case of chemical burns to eyes is essential in protecting one’s eyes. Taking basic first aid offered by the workplace approved equips you with these skills. According to an adage, “the eyes are the windows to one’s soul.” But aside from being the window to our soul, the eyes are
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Lichen planus refers to inflammatory conditions that affect the skin and mucous membranes which may appear as purplish, often itchy and flat-topped bumps. Lichen planus forms lacy white patches which are associated with painful sores, typically in the mouth, vagina, and other regions of the body with mucous membranes. This condition arises when one’s immune
These days, some jobs would require that you have a CPR certification. But with several certification courses being offered today, and by different institutions like the American Heart Association or American workplace approved, it’s understandable why some are frustrated and wary when it comes to choosing what CPR certification class to take. Taking into consideration the
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