There are certain species of flukes that are capable of triggering lung fluke infections specifically the Paragonimus westermani which triggers paragonimiasis. An individual can acquire lung fluke infections if cysts that contain immature flukes are ingested in raw, poorly cooked or pickled freshwater crayfish or crab. Once the cysts are ingested, the larvae move out […]
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Anaphylactic reactions or anaphylaxis are abrupt, systemic, potentially severe and dangerous allergic reactions. This type of reaction necessitates immediate medical attention to prevent it from progressing. What are the causes of anaphylactic reactions? Anaphylactic reactions are typically triggered by the following: Insect stings Latex Medications such as penicillin Certain foods particularly seafood, eggs and nuts
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Shock is a dangerous condition where the delivery of oxygen to the bodily organs is low that can result to organ damage and even death. In most cases, the blood pressure is usually low. An individual can go into a state of shock if the blood pressure is too low in which the cells do
Sudden vision loss occurs in just a few minutes up to several days. It can involve one or both eyes and the entire or a section of the field of vision. The loss of only a small region of the field of vision seems similar to having a blurred vision. Other symptoms such as eye
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Blurred vision is a common visual symptom. There is a decrease in the sharpness or clarity of vision that gradually develops. If there is abrupt, complete loss of vision in one or both eyes, it is considered as a different condition. What are the possible causes? Clouding of the translucent eye structures that the light
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