Minor Injuries and Swelling

Cellulitis

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection affecting the skin and subcutaneous tissues. The main culprit responsible include staphylococcus aureus and group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus. Once these bacteria enter the skin via a break, they rapidly spread to the tissues beneath the skin. Antibiotics are usually needed to manage the condition. The condition can affect almost any

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Pleuritis

Pleuritis or pleurisy involves inflammation of the pleura which lines the lungs and chest. The condition causes chest pain while breathing or coughing. Remember that the management of pleuritis is usually based on the exact cause. What are the causes and risk factors? It is important to note that infections such as tuberculosis or pneumonia

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