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Osgood-Schlatter Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Osgood-Schlatter disease is a condition causing knee pain, swelling, and tenderness, often during growth spurts in children aged 8-15. It can result from repetitive activities like running and jumping. Treatment includes ice, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medications, with surgery rarely needed.

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Pemphigus Vulgaris: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Pemphigus vulgaris is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes painful blisters and sores in areas like the mouth, throat, and skin. Learn about its symptoms, potential causes, diagnosis, and effective treatment options, including medications, parenteral nutrition, and plasmapheresis.

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Sacroiliitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Learn about sacroiliitis, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. This condition, which involves inflammation of the sacroiliac (SI) joint, can lead to lower back pain and may require medications, physical therapy, or even surgery. Understand the potential causes and how to manage this painful condition effectively.

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Dust Mite: Symptoms, Health Conditions, Prevention & Elimination

A dust mite is a tiny arthropod that causes allergic reactions and respiratory issues, including sneezing, runny nose, and asthma. Learn about common symptoms, diseases they cause, and effective prevention strategies such as cleaning, ventilation, and proper bedding care to eliminate dust mites and reduce health risks.

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Cystitis Treatment: List of Medications Your Doctor May Prescribe

Cystitis treatment includes antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and pain relievers to ease symptoms like pain and frequent urination. Learn how medications, home remedies, and supplements such as cranberry extract can help treat and prevent urinary tract infections.

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Dermatophytosis: Symptoms, Types & Treatment

Dermatophytosis is a fungal infection of the skin or nails that causes redness, itching, and scaling. Learn about common types like athlete’s foot and ringworm, how dermatophytosis spreads, and the main treatment options, including antifungal medications and self-care tips.

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Bacterial Conjunctivitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Bacterial conjunctivitis is an eye infection that causes redness, discharge, and irritation. Learn about its main symptoms, causes, how it spreads, available treatments with antibiotic eye drops or ointments, and hygiene tips to prevent transmission and support recovery.

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Internal Bleeding: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Internal bleeding occurs when blood leaks inside the body, often from a ruptured vein or artery. It may result from trauma, fractures, or conditions like hemophilia, gastritis, or Crohn’s disease. Symptoms include dizziness, weakness, and confusion, and require urgent medical treatment.

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Peritonitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum, often caused by infection, rupture, or severe inflammation of abdominal organs. Learn about the main symptoms, causes like appendicitis or pancreatitis, diagnostic methods, and the treatment options available for peritonitis.

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Rhabdomyolysis: Symptoms, Risk Factors, Treatment & Prevention

Rhabdomyolysis is a serious condition caused by muscle breakdown that releases substances into the blood, leading to weakness, pain, and dark urine. Learn about its main causes, symptoms, treatment options, complications, and how to prevent rhabdomyolysis.

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Chiari Malformation: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Chiari malformation is a rare condition where part of the brain extends into the spinal canal, causing headaches, balance issues, and vision problems. Learn about its main types, symptoms, diagnosis through MRI, and treatment options, including surgery and physical therapy.

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Vomit Color Chart: What Your Vomit Color Means (Green, Yellow, Red, etc.)

A vomit color chart helps identify what different vomit colors may mean, from mild causes like acid reflux or empty stomach nausea to serious conditions such as gastrointestinal bleeding. Learn about common causes, possible risks, and when urgent medical attention is needed.

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Listeria: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Transmission & Treatment

Listeria is a bacteria that causes listeriosis, a foodborne infection spread through contaminated water or food like unpasteurized milk, cheese, meat, or seafood. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, and muscle pain, and can be severe in pregnant women, older adults, and those with weak immunity.

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Allergic Conjunctivitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Allergic conjunctivitis is inflammation of the eyes caused by allergens like pollen, dust, or pet dander. Learn about its main symptoms, causes, types, and treatment options, including eye drops and home measures to relieve redness, itching, and irritation.

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Impetigo: What It Is & How to Treat It

Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that causes red sores, blisters, and golden crusts, most often in children. Learn about its symptoms, main causes, types, treatment with topical or oral antibiotics, how long it’s contagious, and key tips to prevent infection.