Retinal detachment is an eye condition where the retina at the rear of the part eye pulls out from its normal position. When the retina is detached from its normal position, its separated from the blood vessels that provide it oxygen and nourishment. Generally, the longer the retina is detached, the greater the risk of […]
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A shoulder joint bruise is a condition where the shoulder joint is injured and result to development of purplish to bluish discoloration under the skin of the joint of the shoulder. It is usually caused by performing heavy physical activities such as lifting heavy materials and lifting weights. Types Subcutaneous shoulder bruises are less painful
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Pink eye is a condition that causes inflammation of the conjunctiva. Generally, the conjunctiva is the thin clear layer of tissue on the white area of the eye and lines the inside area of the eyelid. It is very contagious and children are susceptible to this condition. Symptoms of pinkeye At first, burning sensation or
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Croup is a childhood infection affecting the breathing. It is also called “barking” cough. This condition is caused by virus usually common on winter and spring months. Children ages 5 and younger are susceptible to this condition, but older can also be affected. It causes a raspy sound and a low-pitched barking cough when inhaling.
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A Colles’ wrist fracture is a break to the area in the wrist close to the hand or the distal area of the wrist. It is also called distal radius fracture, dinner fork deformity of the wrist or transverse wrist fracture. It usually happens from falling in an outstretched hand. Symptoms of colles fracture Wrist
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Golfer’s elbow is also called epicondylitis and it is characterized by inflammation and pain at the area where the flexor tendons found in the forearms are connected to the upper arm. The pain can be felt on the bony area on the side of the elbow and spreads along the forearm. Performing any repetitive wrist,
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A deltoid strain is pain at the front, side or back of the shoulder. The deltoid muscle covers the joint of the shoulder. It is divided into three parts which are the anterior, the middle part and the back part. The deltoid muscles facilitate the abduction of the arm such as moving the arms to
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Stress fractures are small cracks in a bone due to repetitive force due to overuse such as frequently jumping and running long distances. This condition can also arise from normal use of a bone and becomes weakened by condition such as osteoporosis. Stress fractures usually affect the weight-bearing bones of the lower leg as well
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Dyshidrotic eczema causes small blisters that develop on the fingers, palms and soles of the feet. It can be due to exposure to cobalt or nickel, fungal infections, allergies and excessive stress. The affected area becomes thick and scaly, severe itchiness, redness and inflammation. Women are more susceptible to this condition than with men. Dyshidrotic
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Mumps is a viral infection that causes painful swelling in the parotid or salivary glands. It is characterized by tenderness and swelling in the joint and there is puffiness of the cheeks. Mumps is a contagious disease and it is caused by a virus that can be passed from one person to another through their
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