Rotavirus is a prevalent and highly contagious virus that trigger episodes of diarrhea and vomiting. It is responsible for causing severe diarrhea among young children ages 3-15 months. It is one of the viruses that causes gastroenteritis and quite common in developing countries. How rotavirus spreads One individual to another particularly if one who has […]
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Cluster headaches trigger intense pain that can manifest at the temple or area around the eye on one side of the head and lasts for a short period of time, typically 30 minutes up to 1 hour. The episodes tend to occur on a regular basis during a 1-3-month period and then followed by a
Trench mouth is a severe gum infection brought about by the accumulation of bacteria in the mouth. It is characterized by bleeding, sore gums and ulcers. The mouth naturally contains a balanced number of healthy bacteria, viruses and fungi. Nevertheless, poor oral hygiene can cause detrimental bacteria to multiply. Sensitive, reddened and bleeding gums are
A partial seizure affects only one area of the brain. A partial seizure might occur for various reasons including brain tumors, epilepsy, infections, low blood sugar or heat stroke. Remember that a seizure could not be treated and should be allowed to run its course. Diagnosing and managing the underlying cause can minimize the frequency
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A fissured tongue is considered as a benign condition that affects the upper surface of the tongue. Generally, a tongue is flat across its length. As for a fissured tongue, it is characterized by a deep, pronounced groove in the middle. There might be small-sized furrows or fissures across the surface that causes the tongue
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Adenoiditis involves inflammation of the adenoids due to an infection. The adenoids are described as masses of lymphatic tissues that fight off infection. They are found in the throat, right behind the nose. Together with the tonsils, the adenoids are the initial line of defense against viruses and bacteria. The adenoids are part of the
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Motion sickness typically occurs among individuals who ride on a boat. Remember that any form of motion can trigger the condition including rides at the carnival. All of us will eventually experience motion sickness if the body is subjected to enough motion. How does it occur? The inner ear is responsible for maintaining balance, sense
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Scarlet fever is basically an infection triggered by group A streptococcus which is the same bacteria responsible for strep throat. The condition is simply strep throat that is accompanied by a rash. It typically occurs among children below 18 years old. What are the indications of scarlet fever? The reddened rash that feels similar to
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A minor case of a burned tongue is relatively common which is why it is vital to be familiar on how to provide basic first aid. There are 2 forms of burns which can damage the tongue – chemical burns and heat burns. The heat burns are likely to occur than those caused by chemicals
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Dry mouth is a condition associated to insufficient saliva. Each individual has experienced a dry mouth occasionally, particularly when upset, nervous or under stress. This is not a normal part of the aging process. If the individual has a dry mouth most of the time, it can cause discomfort and result to serious health issues.
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