Note: this file only mentions acute otitis media , thus excluding chronic otitis media and otitis externa, an infection of the external ear canal whose causes and treatment are different from those of otitis media. medium and otitis interna, or labyrinthitis, very different and rare. For more information about it, see our Labyrinthite fact sheet . Acute otitis media: definition […]
Otitis externa, also called “swimmer’s ear”, is an inflammation of the external canal of the ear. This inflammation usually causes pain, more or less intense. These are accompanied by irritation and itching. Appropriate treatment can limit the evolution of the disease. Definition of otitis externa Otitis externa is characterized by inflammation (redness and swelling) of the external canal […]
The Meniere’s disease (or Meniere’s syndrome) is characterized by recurrent attacks of vertigo that are accompanied by hissing and ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and a hearing impairment . Most often, only one ear is affected. This is a chronic disease . The frequency of seizures is highly variable and unpredictable. Most sufferers have some seizures a year, but some have several a week. Between crises, periods of remission can last […]
Focus. There is confusion around the term labyrinthite . This word is often used, wrongly, to refer to vestibular neuronitis . Now, true labyrinthitis is another affection of the ear, much rarer. It is very similar to vestibular neuronitis but also causes a decrease in hearing and tinnitus. True labyrinthitis is a medical emergency. The vestibular neuritis is characterized by the sudden onset of intense dizziness . The sufferer […]
Otosclerosis is a disease that affects one of the bones of the inner ear. This is a metabolic abnormality, causing poor bone turnover. Definition of otosclerosis Otosclerosis is a disease caused by a deficiency in the renewal of the ear bone. This is a bone metabolic disorder. Indeed, the bones of the body are naturally renewed over time. […]
Blepharitis is an inflammation of the free edge of the eyelid (the pinkish rim located at the level of the eyelashes). This inflammation can spread to the skin (eyelid), the inner side of the eyelid, located against the eye, or even the eye itself. It can cause a fall of eyelashes called madarosis. Symptoms of Blepharitis Blepharitis […]
The tinnitus is “parasitic” sounds a person hears without that they actually exist. These can be whistles, buzzing or clicking, for example. They can be seen in one ear or in both, but can also be present inside the head, front or back. Tinnitus can be occasional, intermittent or continuous. They result from a dysfunction […]
Dental Implants Should Be...
One should love teeth as teeth help in eating, smiling and chewing. So, everyone should take care of dental health to live a healthy life. There is no life without teeth; in fact, every part of the body is crucial ...
Scabies: symptoms and tre...
The scab is a disease of contagious skin caused by a mite, mite. It causes itching of nocturnal predominance that is sometimes very intense and insomniating, especially in the hands, underarms, belly and genital area.
It is a benign parasitosis in the vast majority of cases, but requires treatment because it ...
Phimosis: what is it? Cau...
The phimosis occurs when the foreskin (the fold of skin covering the glans penis) can retract to expose the glans. This condition can sometimes increase the risk of inflammation between the glans and the foreskin .
Phimosis exists only in men whose penis is only partially circumcised or ...
Fungal Infections of Skin...
Fungal Infections of Skin
Fungus can attack on any part of the skin and fungal infections are very common and include the most alarming athletes foot, itch, jock, ring worm and sometimes yeast infections as well.
Athlete's Foot
It is the most common ...
What is a Spin Bike how i...
A spin bike is heavy exercise tool made up of metal, weighing approximately 70kgs. It consists of a huge flywheel that spins. Flywheel weighs 22kgs. It has a seat, seat post, and a handle just like a bicycle; these are ...
Occipital Neuralgia, Caus...
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Occipital Neuralgia
The occipital neuralgia is normally cause by the trauma to the occipital nerve, which is possibly caused by the auto-accident during which the head impacts the headrest. Additionally it may be caused by the spondylosis of your ...
Melena, what is it? Cause...
Melena is a form of digestive hemorrhage. This is, in most cases, hemorrhage (blood loss) from the right angle of the colon.
Definition of melena
Melena is a form of hemorrhage of the digestive system. It is then the evacuation of black blood, through ...
Non-Hodgkin’s lymph...
Note . Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is one of two types of cancer of the lymphatic system . The second category, Hodgkin's disease , is rarer. It is the subject of another sheet.
The non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer of the lymphatic system , an important component of the immune system. When this disease occurs, it ...
Kawasaki disease Symptoms...
What is it?
Kawasaki disease, or Kawasaki syndrome, is an acute systemic inflammatory disease that occurs primarily in children under 5 years of age and can lead to serious heart damage and death. It is the leading cause of acquired heart disease ...
Testicular Cancer, Sympto...
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Introduction
Testicular cancer is the less common cancer also known as cancer of testicles. It most commonly affect younger men starts from teenage to the late early 50s.
Symptoms of Testicular Cancer
The first thing being noticeable is the formation of ...
Intertrigo Causes, Sympto...
The term intertrigo comes from Latin inter, between and tergo, I rub. It therefore refers to dermatoses located in areas where two areas of skin touch and rub, called folds.
Definition of intertrigo
What is it ?
Intertrigo is a dermatosis localized to skin ...
Breast cancer Symptoms ca...
A cancer signifies the presence of abnormal cells that multiply uncontrollably. In the case of breast cancer, cells can remain in the breast or spread through the body through the blood or lymphatic vessels. Most of the time, the progression of breast cancer takes several ...
Clen T3 cycle, Dosage, Ad...
Clen T3 cycle
Clenbuterol is a supplement for body, 80 mcg is the correct dose for you, but you can judge the limit of the dose necessary for your body because with excessive use your hand will start to shake ...
Effects of Alcohol and Ca...
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Alcohol and caffeine can be perfectly acceptable contents of your diet but in small quantities, but in large quantities they are harmful and impose negative effects on your health. The well balanced diet which include healthy nutrients are ...
Fistula Causes, Symptoms...
A fistula is the abnormal formation of a connection between two internal organs, between the vagina and the intestine for example, between an organ and the surface of the body, as between the rectum and the skin, or between two blood vessels ...