Disease

PITYRIASIS ROSEA

Pityriasis rosea, possibly a viral infection, is a common skin disease that presents itself as scaly, reddish-pink rash. This condition is mostly seen in children and young adults. Causes: The cause remains unknown. It is non-contagious. Some of the studies suggest that it may be caused by viruses or after taking certain medications such as antibiotics or cardiac medications. This condition is triggered or aggravated in winters. It is most commonly seen in the age group of 10-35 years Symptoms: The rash usually appears on the back, [...]

PITYRIASIS ALBA

Definition: Tinea alba is a skin condition of unknown cause which usually affects children and young adults characterized by round or oval hypo-pigmented patches on the face with very fine scales. It is a self-limiting disease and it is not contagious. Causes: There is no known cause for Tinea alba. Triggering factors: Humid climate Heat Detergent and soaps Stress Dry skin Deficiency of vitamins and calcium Worms and parasites Symptoms: It mainly affects children and young adults characterized by round or oval hypo-pigmented patches (1-4cm) mostly on the face with very fine [...]

PILES (HAEMORRHOIDS)

Definition: Piles (Haemorrhoids) are swollen and inflamed blood vessels (veins) in the rectum and anus. Piles are broadly classified as follows: External: Piles that are outside the anal verge Internal: Piles that occur inside the rectum Causes of Piles: These include the following: Genetic predisposition (weak rectal veins, walls) Poor muscle tone in the rectal region Constipation Obesity Sedentary lifestyle Chronic cough Pregnancy Overuse of laxatives or enemas Lifting heavy weights habitually Symptoms of Piles: Symptoms vary depending upon the site of piles, duration of complaints and general health of the person. External piles present as a [...]

PHOTODERMATITIS

As they one can have allergy or sensitivity to anything under the sun, including the sun. Yes, there is a disease in which one tends to be allergic or sensitive to sunlight. That is called Photodermatitis or photosensitivity. What is Photodermatitis? It is a skin disorder where the skin abnormally responds to the sunlight, especially the Ultra-violate (UV) rays, which lead to rash on skin. The skin rash could lead to itching, burning and swelling. This can lead to darkening of [...]

PERNICIOUS ANEMIA

Pernicious anemia is a condition where there is reduced red blood cell (RBC) production in the bone marrow due to lack of sufficient Vitamin B 12. Pernicious anemia occurs when the body is unable to absorb Vitamin B12. This is due to lack of an ‘intrinsic factor’ (IF), a protein which helps in absorbing Vitamin B12 from the alimentary system. Who gets Pernicious anemia? Most commonly in – Women more than men. – Elderly (average age ≥ 60 years). – Scandinavians & North Europeans – [...]

PEPTIC ULCER

Ulcerations (sores) in the lining of upper part of the digestive tract are known as Peptic Ulcers. The ulcers may exist in the lower part of food pipe (oesophagus), in the stomach or in the initial part of the intestine (duodenum). About 10% of all adults are affected with Peptic ulcers at some time in their life. The incidence of Peptic ulcers is more common in males as compared to females. Causes of Peptic Ulcer: The underlying process that results in [...]

PEMPHIGUS

Introduction: Pemphigus Vulgaris is a serious skin disease. Relatively, it is a rare disease, which is characterized by formation of blisters and erosions of the skin and mucus membranes. The blisters are often called as bulla or bullae, which are filled with thin, watery fluid; which eventually burst, slough off and lead to sore spots. It can affect mouth, genitals and any part of skin. It is most commonly observed in middle-aged or older people. It is a chronic and [...]

POLY CYSTIC OVARIAN DISEASE( PCOD)

What is PCOD? PCOD (Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease) or PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome) is a disease characterized by multiple (‘poly’) cysts (small sacs filled with fluid) in the ovaries. Patients with PCOD have abnormal levels of hormones that result in irregular menses, infertility and certain masculine changes in the body. What causes PCOD? PCOS problems are caused by hormone changes hormonal imbalance. One hormone change triggers another, which changes another. Raised levels of Testosterone – Androgens or “male hormones,” although all women make small amounts of androgens…Higher [...]

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Parkinson’s disease, also called paralysis agitans or shaking palsy is a movement disorder. Cases of PD are reported at all ages, though it is uncommon in people younger than 40. This disease is more common among men and usually occurs after 60 years. The average age at which symptoms begin in the USA. is 58-60. The nerve cells in the part of the brain which control movements are mainly affected. The nerve cells (neurons) which make the chemical called dopamine either don’t [...]

OSTEOARTHRITIS

Definition: Osteoarthritis is one of the types of arthritis that is caused due to degeneration and eventually loss of the cartilage of joints. Cartilage is a tissue that covers the inside of the joints and acts as a cushion between the two bones forming a joint. When the cartilage starts undergoing degeneration, the bone becomes inflamed as its protective covering is lost. This causes pain during weight-bearing activities such as standing, walking, etc. Joint structure Causes of Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis occurs commonly as a [...]

PITYRIASIS ROSEA

PITYRIASIS ALBA

PILES (HAEMORRHOIDS)

PHOTODERMATITIS

PERNICIOUS ANEMIA

PEPTIC ULCER

PEMPHIGUS

POLY CYSTIC OVARIAN DISEASE( PCOD)

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

OSTEOARTHRITIS

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