An underarm pain is pain under the area of the arm which is also called axilla. Generally, the pain can be caused by an injury, inflammation and infections. Sometimes cardiac condition can cause pain in the axilla. Causes of underarm pain Common cold Muscles of the chest and upper arm becomes inflamed or strained can […]
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A cut on the side of the lips is also called angular cheilitis. This condition is characterized by red and swelling patches on the side of the mouth or can happens on both sides at the same time. Symptoms of cut on the side of the lips At first, soreness and irritation in the affected
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Orthostatic hypotension is also called postural hypotension. It is a form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up especially from sitting or lying down. It result to dizziness or lightheadedness and even lose consciousness. This condition can be mild and can last for a few minutes, but if it last for longer time
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Canker sores are tiny and painful ulcers that develop inside the mouth, tongue and the inside lining of the cheeks, throat and lips. The sores are colored gray, white or yellow with a red border. They are the common types of oral lesions. Women are more susceptible to develop this condition than with men. Categories
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Pediatric asthma is a condition where the lungs and airways become inflamed with exposure to airborne pollen, cold infections or respiratory infections. Not treated properly can result to a dangerous asthma attacks. Generally, children susceptible to asthma develop this condition by the age of 5. The symptoms can be mild, moderate or severe. Symptoms of
A broken jaw is a common facial injury that occurs due to a direct force or trauma to the jawbone. The joint known as temporomandibular joint is responsible for connecting the jaw to the skull becomes cracked, broken, or unhinged. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRDDAd7slag A broken jaw can cause several problems and discomfort when it comes to eating
Blisters are a bubble-like formations on the top layer of your skin, the epidermis. Blisters are common symptoms of numerous diseases and conditions. Blisters are commonly caused by burns, infections, freezing, and friction on the skin. The purpose of blisters is to protect and cushion the skin layers below. Serum, plasma, blood or pus can
Fainting (medically known as syncope) is a condition where a person temporary loses consciousness caused by a temporary loss of blood supply to the brain and is a symptom that can be associated with a more serious medical condition. Anyone can faint at any age but in the case of elderly persons, it could be
A snake bite is either venomous or non-venomous. It is important to identify what kind of bite the snake did to respond appropriately to the bite. If you cannot identify whether the bite is venomous or not, always treat a snake bite as if it is caused by a venomous snake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNspMzeJVYY First aid care
Constipation is a condition where bowel movements are more difficult to pass or occurs less than usual, such as only three (3) times a week. Most cases last for a short time only and do not call for any medical emergency. What are the causes? Constipation can be caused by numerous reasons and factors, these
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