White Spots on the Lips
White spots on the lips can be a harmless or a symptom of a harmful illness. However, the lips are some of the most important parts cosmetically and are some of the most noticeable aspects of a person. As such,...
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Infected Pimple
Infected pimples (also referred to as a boil or carbuncles) are pus filled pimples which are caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. The area surrounding the hair follicles is filled with pus as a result of the bacterial infection. In...
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Underarm Rash
An underarm rash is an eruption of the skin of the armpit affecting its appearance color or texture. It is also referred to as an armpit rash or an intertrigo. It can either be severe or mild and often goes...
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How to get rid of swollen taste buds on tongue
What are swollen taste buds? Bigger, enlarged or distended taste buds are known as swollen taste buds. They are mostly characterized by enlarged fungiform, foliate papillae and circumvallate. The swollen taste buds can be on the back of the tongue,...
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Spigelian Hernia
What is Hernia? Sometimes our bodies especially muscles do have weak spots. These weak spots can be caused by increased pressures when the body is still unable to handle the weight such as lifting very heavy objects. They can also...
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Cauliflower Ear
What is Cauliflower Ear? This refers to the deformity of the ear, which is caused by blunt trauma or any other injuries like boxing or wrestling. If left untreated, the injuries can lead to blockage, which prevents the blood flow...
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Capillaritis
Definition Capillaritis is a very common and harmless skin disease that causes red or brown patches on the skin. The condition is also known as pigmented purpura. Although it is not harmful; the condition can cause an individual a lot...
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Necrotizing Fasciitis
What is Necrotizing Fasciitis? Necrotizing fasciitis, which is popular among layman’s term as a flesh-eating disease, is an infection caused by several bacteria affecting the fascia. The fascia is the fibrous connective membrane of the body, which may be separated...
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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis and its Classification Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by increased porosity of the bones which can eventually lead to fractures. Osteoporosis is derived from the Greek word “ostoun,” which means bone, and poros meaning pore. It is characterized by...
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Pinguecula
What is Pinguecula? A pinguecula is a yellowish deposit on the conjunctiva adjacent to the cornea. It is a non-cancerous growth that results from calcium, fat or protein deposits. A pinguecula is almost similar to a pterygium, the latter, however,...
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