Also known as allergic rhinitis, hay fever is a condition that causes signs and symptoms similar to those of cold such as runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy or sore eyes, sinus pressure and sneezing. However, hay fever, unlike cold, is not caused by a virus. Hay fever is simply an allergic response to allergens such […]
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Achilles tendinitis refers to injury to the Achilles tendon due to its overuse. The Achilles tendon is a tough fibrous band of tissue that runs down the back of the lower leg connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. Achilles tendinitis is most likely to occur in marathon runners or athletes who have suddenly
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Traveler’s diarrhoea is a condition in which a person’s intestines get infected while he is travelling. The infection is called gastroenteritis and it occurs when the person drinks water or eats food that is contaminated with viruses or bacteria. Traveler’s diarrhoea is prone to occur in people who are travelling anywhere, but the condition is more frequent in cases
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During mass disasters, first aiders and emergency personnel can easily be overwhelmed by the number of people needing first aid treatment. Triage is the rapid classification and sorting of victims requiring emergency treatment. It sorts the victims depending on the severity of illness or injury so that first aid resources and manpower can be more
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Many children often suffer from minor cases of blood in the stool and hence, do not experience severe conditions. However, rectal bleeding cannot be detected without medical examination. If you suspect that your child’s stool contains blood–due to the unusual dark or black colour, it is imperative that you consult your child’s doctor for an examination
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