Palmar Erythema
Palmar erythema is a self-restrictive disease localized only to the palm of the hands. It is not a condition by itself, but often may be associated with other underlying diseases…
Swollen Tonsils with White Spots
Tonsils are small lymphoid glands located at the back section on either side of the throat. It acts like a filter and hold back bacteria, viruses, and other germs and…
Signs of Dehydration in Children
Dehydration in children refers to the lack of fluids in the child’s body. Dehydration can occur due to a variety of factors such as diarrhea, vomiting, and insufficient intake of…
Bruised Sternum
Sternum, together with ribs form a shield that protects the chest’s front part. When you receive some severe blow in the sternum, it may result to development of bruises. The…
Keratin Horn
Keratin or cutaneous horn is a projectile conical shaped growth, which extends from base of skin and resembles the horn of animals. The cutaneous horn is made up of compacted…
Low White Blood Cell Count in Children
White blood cells or WBCs in the body are responsible for protecting the body from infections. The abnormal low cell count is also known as Neutropenia in which a person…
What do White blood cells in urine mean?
White blood cells are present in the immune system to fight off infectious foreign particles entering the body. In abbreviated form, it is referred to as WBCs. The quantity of…
How long does it take to get food poisoning?
Consumption of food that results in adverse reaction can lead to food poisoning. Food poisoning can therefore also be referred to as a ‘food borne condition.’ Food that contains contagious…
Is there a vaccine for Ebola?
Ebola is a virus which upon infection causes hemorrhagic fevers, i.e., diseases characterized by hemorrhage or excessive bleeding, organ failure, and fatalities in several cases. The virus is native to…
Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome is a congenital heart defect marked by severe underdevelopment of the left side of the heart. The condition is complex and rare in occurrence. In babies…