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Abscess

Abscess is a collection of pus that has built up within the tissue of the body. Pus is a thick fluid that usually contains white blood cells, dead tissue and bacteria. The pus may be yellow or green and may have a bad smell. Signs and symptoms of abscesses include redness, pain, warmth, and swelling. The swelling may feel fluid filled when pressed. The area of redness often extends beyond the swelling.

Abscesses can develop at various parts of your body. The most common sites on the skin include your armpits (axillae), areas around your anus and vagina (Bartholin gland abscess), the base of your spine (pilonidal abscess), around a tooth (dental abscess), and in your groin. Inflammation around a hair follicle can also lead to the formation of an abscess, which is called a boil (furuncle). A severe or large cluster of boils is called carbuncle.

Abscesses are usually caused by bacterial infection. When our normal skin barrier is broken, even from minor trauma, bacteria can enter the skin. In the US and many other areas of the world they are usually caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. Some abscesses can be caused by parasites, but these are more common in the developing world. A major risk factor for developing skin abscesses is a weak immune system (either from chronic diseases or from medications), because the body's ability to fight infection is decreased. Other risk factors include exposure to dirty environments or other people with infections, poor personal hygiene and poor circulation.


Some small skin abscesses may drain naturally and get better without the need for treatment. Applying heat in the form of a warm compress, such as a warm flannel, may help reduce any swelling and speed up healing.

For larger or persistent skin abscesses, your doctor may prescribe a course of antibiotics to help clear the infection and prevent it from spreading. The pus may also need to be drained to clear the infection. If a skin abscess isn't drained, it may continue to grow and fill with pus until it bursts, which can be very painful and can cause the infection to spread or recur. If your skin abscess needs draining, you'll probably have a small operation carried out under a local anaesthetic. During the procedure, the surgeon makes a incision (cut) in the abscess, to allow the pus to drain out.

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Acne

Acne, a.k.a. common acne or acne vulgaris is a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It starts when greasy secretions from the skin's sebaceous glands (oil glands) plug the tiny openings for hair follicles (plugged pores). If the openings are large, the clogs take the form of blackheads: small, flat spots with dark centers. If the openings stay small, the clogs take the form of whiteheads: small, flesh-colored bumps. Both types of plugged pores can develop into swollen, tender inflammations or pimples or deeper lumps or nodules. Nodules associated with severe cases of acne (cystic acne) are firm swellings below the skin's surface that become inflamed, tender, and sometimes infected.

Ace usually appears on your face, but they can also occur on the neck, chest, back, shoulders, and upper arms. Acne is most common among teenagers, with a reported prevalence of 70 to 87 percent. It usually starts during puberty, when the sebaceous glands activate. The glands produce oil and are stimulated by male hormones produced by the adrenal glands in both males and females. A range of factors triggers acne, but the main cause is thought to be a rise in androgen levels. Androgen is a type of hormone, the levels of which rise when adolescence begins. Rising androgen levels cause the oil glands under the skin to grow. The enlarged gland produces more sebum, which can break down cellular walls in the pores, causing bacteria to grow.

Acne is not dangerous, but it can cause emotional distress and may leave scar on the skin. The earlier you start treatment, the lower your risk of lasting physical and emotional damage.
60 million people in the U.S. have acne. This number includes all grades of acne, from the mild, occasional breakout to more severe conditions such as cysts, but of those 60 million, 20% have some form of acne bad enough that it results in scarring on the skin. According to research conducted in 2016, 85% of people surveyed have experienced acne at some form or another at some point in their lives, which makes for an overwhelming majority. Women made up for 80% of adult acne cases studied.
99% of people get breakouts on the face. 60% see spots on other parts of the body (most usually the back and butt), and 15% have clogged complexions on their chests.

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ADHD

ADHD, a.k.a. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder, typically first diagnosed when an affected individual is elementary school age. It is identified by behavior that makes it difficult for a child to function effectively, or mature and develop as other children normally do. In general, people with ADHD behave in ways that show a pattern of (1)Hyperactivity - Extremely high and changeable levels of agitated actions. (2)Inattentiveness - Distracted, unfocused, unable to complete activities. (3)Impulsivity - Acts hastily, without thinking of what could happen as a result. While most children and adults may occasionally behave in ways that seem hyperactive, inattentive, and impulsive, it is the intensity and consistency of this sort of behavior that could result in an ADHD diagnosis. According to several international studies, ADHD has a genetic link. In addition, there are environmental factors, and dietary concerns that many researchers believe increase the risk and in many cases, worsens the symptoms. Refined sugar, artificial sweeteners, and chemical food additives, nutritional deficiencies, preservatives and food allergies are all causes of ADD/ADHD.

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Age Spots

Age spots, a.k.a. liver spots or solar lentigines, are small dark areas on your skin. They are sharply defined, uniformly colored areas of brown or grayish pigment that generally show up on hands, face, neck and shoulder - areas that are most exposed to the sun.

Age spots are formed due to prolonged exposure to the sun. This causes deposition of melanin beneath the skin, which leads to the appearance of age spots on the skin. One may appear by itself, or a few may be clustered together. There are various factors leading to the occurrence of age spots, but the common ones include overexposure to UV rays, increasing age, and genetics.

Although age spots may sometimes look like cancerous growths, true age spots are harmless and don't need treatment. For cosmetic reasons, age spots can be lightened with skin-bleaching products or be removed by laser or chemical treatments.

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Alcoholism

Alcohol addiction or alcoholism is a condition that occurs when a person has a dependency on alcohol. This dependency impacts their life and their relationships with others. The condition can lead to liver damage and traumatic accidents. Symptoms of alcoholism include an inability to limit alcohol consumption, strong urges to drink, tolerance to alcohol and being annoyed when alcohol is not available.

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Allergies

Allergies, a.k.a. allergic diseases, are a number of conditions caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system to something in the environment that usually causes little or no problem in most people.

An allergy starts when your immune system mistakes a normally harmless substance for a dangerous invader. The immune system then produces antibodies that remain on the alert for that particular substance (the allergen). Such overreaction of your immune system can inflame your skin, sinuses, airways or digestive system.

Common types of allergies include hay fever (a.k.a. allergic rhinitis), food allergies, skin allergies (atopic dermatitis), allergic asthma, and drug allergies.

Symptoms of hay fever include sneezing, itching of the nose; eyes or roof of the mouth, runny or stuffy nose, watery; red or swollen eyes.

Symptoms of food allergies include hives, swelling of the lips; tongue; face or throat, and tingling in the mouth.

Symptoms of skin allergies include itch, redden, flake or peel.

Symptoms of allergic asthma include wheezing, shortness of breath, cough or chest congestion.

Symptom of drug allergies include hives, rash, itch, wheezing and swelling.

A severe type of allergy called anaphylaxis may cause symptoms like trouble breathing, blueness of the skin, dizziness, fainting, anxiety, confusion, rapid pulse, nausea, diarrhea, and other serious conditions. For these severe types of conditions, an immediate medical attention is required.
Percentage of adults who have allergies in the U.S.: 30%
Percentage of children who have allergies in the U.S.: 40%
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year
Rank of allergies among other leading chronic diseases in the U.S.: 6th

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Alopecia Areata

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune skin disease, causing clumps of hair to fall out, resulting in totally smooth, round hairless patches on the scalp or other areas of the body. It is a type of hair loss that occurs when the patient’s immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, which is where hair growth begins.

People of all ages, both sexes and all ethnic groups can develop alopecia areata. Hair follicles being attacked remain alive, so hair loss caused by alopecia areata is usually temporary, which may grow back in a few months.

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Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a form of dementia. It is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. It is a progressive disease, where dementia symptoms gradually worsen over a number of years. In its early stages, memory loss is mild, but with late-stage Alzheimer's, individuals lose the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to their environment.

Alzheimer's is not a normal part of aging, and it can happen to young people as well. However, the greatest known risk factor is increasing age, and the majority of people with Alzheimer's are 65 and older.

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Anemia

Anemia is a condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and weariness. Hemoglobin is a main part of red blood cells and binds oxygen. When there are too few or abnormal red blood cells, or if hemoglobin is abnormal or low, the cells in the body cannot get enough oxygen to function properly.

Symptoms of anemia may include Paleness of skin, fast or irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, chest pain, headache and light-headedness.

There are many types of anemia which are very different in their causes and treatments. Iron-deficiency anemia, the most common type, is very treatable with diet changes and iron supplements. However, some types of anemia may present lifelong health problems.

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Arthritis

There are many different types of arthritis. It is actually a medical term used to describe more than one hundred types of rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect joints, the tissues that surround the joint and other connective tissue. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of bones wears down over time. Other common rheumatic conditions include gout, fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis.

Common arthritis joint symptoms include swelling, pain, stiffness, tenderness, grating sensation, bone spurs and decreased range of motion. These symptoms may come and go and they can be mild, moderate or severe. They may stay about the same for years, but may progress or get worse over time. Severe arthritis can result in chronic pain, inability to do daily activities and make it difficult to walk or climb stairs. Arthritis can cause permanent joint damages. Sometimes these damages may be visible, such as knobby finger joints, but often the damage can only be seen on X-ray. Certain types of arthritis also affect the heart, eyes, lungs, kidneys and skin as well as the joints.

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Asthma

Asthma is a respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi of the lungs, causing difficulty in breathing, wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing. It usually results from an allergic reaction or other forms of hypersensitivity.

Asthma is one of the most common chronic childhood illnesses, but it can happen to adults too. Occupational asthma is caused by inhaling fumes, gases, dust or other potentially harmful substances while on the job.

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Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot, known medically as tinea pedis, is a common skin infection of the feet caused by fungus. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tightfitting shoes.

Signs and symptoms of athlete's foot include a scaly rash that usually causes itching, stinging and burning. In severe cases the skin may blister.

Athlete's foot is contagious and can be spread via contaminated floors, towels or clothing.

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Backache

There are many causes of back pain, but most cases are mechanical in nature - meaning not caused by serious conditions such as inflammatory arthritis, disc herniation, infection or cancer. For mechanical back pain, there are a variety of effective treatment options that include chiropractic care, physiotherapy, massage therapy and acupuncture. Understanding the cause and severity of your backache is crucial because it determines the treatment protocols you should follow.

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Bad Breath

Bad breath, a.k.a. halitosis or malodor, is characterized by an unpleasant odor of the mouth.

Causes of bad breath include foods, tobacco products, poor dental hygiene, dry mouth, mouth infections, dental problems, or medications. Several internal medical conditions also can cause bad breath, including diabetes, liver disease, respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, acid reflux and postnasal drip.

Bad breath odors vary, depending on the source or the underlying cause. Symptoms of bad breath include unpleasant odor or taste in the mouth, dry mouth, or white coating on the tongue.

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Baldness

Baldness refers to a loss of hair from part of the head. Common types of baldness include male-pattern hair loss, female-pattern hair loss, alopecia areata, and the thinning of hair known as telogen effluvium.

Causes of baldness may include genetics and male hormones (for male-pattern hair loss), stress, medications (e.g., chemotherapy) or malnutrition. It can also be caused by inflammations such as fungal infection.

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Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis in medical term, refers to the unintentional passage of urine during sleep for those who are old enough to control their bladder.

Bedwetting is common in children. Most children outgrow bedwetting without treatment. The exact cause of bedwetting is unknown, but it seems to run in families. Bedwetting usually goes away on its own and rarely is anything seriously wrong.

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When a bee, wasp, yellow jacket or hornet stings you, it leaves behind a venomous toxin that can cause pain, redness, swelling, itching or hives. Some people may be allergic to this toxin and the allergic reactions may cause extreme redness and increased swelling. Some severe symptoms may include difficulty breathing, swelling of throat and tongue, weak pulse, rapid pulse, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, or even loss of consciousness.

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A black eye, periorbital hematoma, or shiner, is bruising around the eye commonly due to an injury to the face or the head rather than to the eye. The name is given due to the color of bruising. The so-called black eye is caused by bleeding beneath the skin and around the eye. Blood and other fluids collect in the space around the eye, causing swelling and dark bruising in the tissue. When there is an injury to the face, the skin around the eye, which is very loose, is one of the first places to swell as fluid builds up.

Many black eyes heal on their own in a few days. However, a black eye can sometimes be a sign of a more serious injury. If there is also bleeding within the eye (hyphema) besides the black eye, the injury may affect your cornea and cause eye damage. If both eyes are black after a head injury, it could signify a skull fracture or other serious injury.

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Blisters

A blister, which is also called a vesicle by medical professionals, is a small pocket of body fluid (lymph, serum, plasma, blood or pus) within the upper layers of the skin. Blisters are typically caused by forceful rubbing (friction), burning, freezing, chemical exposure or infection.

Blisters commonly develop on the feet. Most blisters are filled with a clear fluid, either serum or plasma. Sometimes they are filled with blood. They can also contain pus when become infected.

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Body odor is a perceived unpleasant smell our bodies can give off when bacteria that live on the skin break down sweat into acids. Body odor is most likely to occur in our feet, groin, armpits, genitals, pubic hair and other hair, belly button, anus and behind the ears.

People usually wear socks and shoes, making the sweat difficult to evaporate, giving the bacteria more sweat to break down into smelly substances. Moist feet also raise the risk of fungi developing, which can also give off unpleasant smells.

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Boil, a.k.a. skin abscess is a painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected, inflamed hair follicles. A boil that occurs on the eyelid is called a stye. The skin is an essential part of our immune defense against materials and microbes that are foreign to our body. Any break in the skin, such as a cut or scrape, can develop into an abscess (boil) should it then become infected with bacteria.

An active skin boil is contagious. The infection can spread to other parts of the person's body or to other people through skin-to-skin contact or the sharing of personal items.

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Brittle Nails

Brittle nail is a general term used to describe nails that are easily cracked, chipped, split or peeled. They are usually caused by aging, frequently use of nail polish, dry weather or too much exposure to water. When there is too little moisture, nails become hard and brittle. When there is too much moisture, nails become soft and thin.

Although rare, brittle nail can also be a sign of medical conditions such like hormone imbalance or the overactive (hyperthyroidism) and underactive (hypothyroidism) of the thyroid gland. In which cases, the toenails will also become brittle. If brittleness only occurs in fingernails but not in toenails then it is usually caused by the environment exposure. Other causes may include fungal infection, nail psoriasis and iron deficiency.

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Bronchitis

Bronchitis is the inflammation, swelling or infection of the bronchial tubes, the tubes that carry air between the nose and the lungs. Symptoms of bronchitis include persistent cough with mucus, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, chest pain, wheezing, nasal congestion, fatigue, muscle aches and fever.

Bronchitis can be caused by a virus, bacteria, or particles that irritate the bronchial tubes. It usually occurs after you’ve already experienced symptoms of the common cold.

Bronchitis can be acute or chronic. Most cases of acute bronchitis will clear up without medical treatment. Chronic bronchitis is more severe and difficult to treat.

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Bruises

Contusions, a.k.a. bruises are familiar signs of injuries to soft tissue. The damage generally occurs beneath unbroken skin, and is seen through skin tissue, which is translucent. At first, a bruise appears as a tender bump on the skin that is red or purplish in color. After a few days, the area turns black and blue and about a week later, it often looks yellow or greenish before it fades to light brown and then disappears. Most bruises heal in about two weeks without treatment. Bruising easily, or even spontaneously without trauma, could signify a medical problem that needs attention.

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Burns

A burn is damage to your body's tissues caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight or radiation. Scalds from hot liquids and steam, building fires and flammable liquids and gases are the most common causes of burns. Another kind is an inhalation injury, caused by breathing smoke.

Burns are usually classified into three primary types. First-degree burns damage only the outer layer of skin which causes redness, pain and minor swelling. Second-degree burns damage the outer layer and the layer underneath and it cause blisters, thickening of the skin and severe pain. Third-degree burns damage or destroy the deepest layer of skin and tissues underneath and it causes widespread thickness of the skin with a white, leathery appearance. With third degree burn, the damage is so extensive that sometimes there may not be very painful because of nerve damage.

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Canker Sores

Canker sore, a.k.a. aphthous ulcer or mouth ulcer, is a small, shallow ulcer that appears in the mouth. It can be on your tongue or on the inside of your lip or cheek and often makes eating and talking uncomfortable. Canker sore is not contagious and usually heal within one to three weeks without treatment.

The actual cause of canker sores is unclear. Some of the things that possibly trigger the outbreak include minor injury to the mouth (e.g., dental work, cheek bite), vitamin deficiency in diet, food allergy, bacteria, stress or hormonal shifts during menstruation.

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Cataract

Cataract is a medical condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. It is the most common cause of vision loss in people over age 40 and is the principal cause of blindness in the world. The lens in human eye is made of mostly water and protein. The protein is arranged in a precise way that keeps the lens clear and lets light pass through it. As we age, some of the protein may clump together and start to cloud a small area of the lens. This is a cataract. Over time, the cataract may grow larger and cloud more of the lens, making it harder to see. A cataract is not contagious and cannot spread from one eye to the other or from person to person. Cataracts do not cause the eye to tear abnormally. They are neither painful nor make the eye itchy or red.

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Cellulitis

Cellulitis is a common but potentially serious bacterial skin infection which appears as a swollen, red area of skin that feels hot and tender. It occurs when bacteria, most commonly streptococcus and staphylococcus, enter through a crack or break in the skin. It usually affects the face and lower legs but can spread rapidly all over the body and also affect tissues underlying the skin and might even spread to lymph nodes and bloodstream. Recurrent episodes of cellulitis may damage the lymphatic drainage system and cause chronic swelling of the affected limb. Cellulitis can become life-threatening if left untreated so it is important to seek medical attention right away.

Signs and symptoms of cellulitis include red area of skin which expand, swelling, tenderness, pain, warmth, red spots, blisters, skin dimpling, fever and chills.

Common risk factors for cellulitis include injury, weakened immune system, skin conditions, chronic swollen tissue, intravenous drug use and obesity.

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Chapped Lips

Chapped lips, a.k.a. cheilitis simplex or common cheilitis, are characterized by cracking, fissuring, and peeling of the skin of the lips, and are one of the most common types of cheilitis. While both lips may be affected, the lower lip is the most common site. There may also be burning or the formation of large, painful cracks when the lips are stretched. If chronic, cheilitis simplex can progress to crusting and bleeding.

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Chickenpox

Chickenpox, also known as varicella, is a highly contagious disease caused by the initial infection with varicella zoster virus (VZV). The disease results in a blister-like rash, which first appears on the face and trunk, and then spreads throughout the body. Although not life-threatening, complications can arise.

Chickenpox is mostly transmitted by contact with the blisters of someone who has the virus or breathing in the virus particles from someone's blisters or mouth. An infected person is contagious about 2 days before the rash appears, and then continues being so for another 5-7 days or until all of the blisters have become scabs.

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Cold Sores

Cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, are groups of small blisters on the lip and around the mouth. The skin around the blisters is often red, swollen, and sore. The blisters may break open, leak a clear fluid, and then scab over after a few days.

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Cold sores generally are not serious. They usually heal in several days to two weeks.

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Common Cold

Common cold, also known simply as a cold, is a viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract that primarily affects the nose. The throat, sinuses, and voice box may also be affected. Symptoms of a common cold usually appear one to three days after exposure to a cold-causing virus. They may include running nose, stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, sneezing. Sometimes there may be mild headache or very slight fever.

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Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis, also known as pinkeye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is the thin clear tissue that lies over the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid.

Conjunctivitis may affect one or both eyes, and is usually caused by virus or bacterial infections. It can also be caused by irritants such as shampoos, dirt, dust, pollen, etc.

The symptoms of pinkeye may include redness in the white of the eye or inner eyelid, increased amount of tears, yellow or green discharge from the eye, itchy, burning, sensitivity to light or blurred vision.

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Constipation

Constipation is a condition of the digestive system where an individual has infrequent bowel movements or hard feces that are difficult to expel. In most cases, this occurs because the colon has absorbed too much water from the food that is in the colon.The stool is often hard and dry. Other symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating, and feeling as if one has not completely passed the bowel movement.

Complications from constipation may include hemorrhoids, anal fissure or fecal impaction.

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COPD

COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. It's caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter such as cigarette smoke. Symptoms of COPD include breathing difficulty, chest tightness, cough, mucus (sputum) production and wheezing. People with COPD are at increased risk of developing heart disease, lung cancer and a variety of other conditions.

Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common conditions that contribute to COPD. Emphysema is a condition in which the alveoli at the end of the smallest air passages (bronchioles) of the lungs are destroyed as a result of damaging exposure to cigarette smoke and other irritating gases and particulate matter. Chronic bronchitis is inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs. It's characterized by daily cough and mucus (sputum) production. Infectious diseases of the lung may damage areas of the lung tissue which also contributes to COPD.

People who smoke are at the highest risk for developing COPD. Other risk factors include exposure to secondhand smoke or air pollution, especially pollution associated with wood or coal. In addition, individuals with airway hyper-responsiveness such as those with chronic asthma are at increased risk. Other factors that may increase the risk for developing COPD include drug use, immune deficiency syndromes, vasculitis syndrome, connective tissue disorders and genetic problems.

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Corns are small circles of hard, thickened skin that develop when the skin is exposed to excessive pressure or friction. Corns most often develop on the feet, especially on the tops and sides of the toes, soles of your feet and even between the toes. They can also develop on other body parts. The most common cause of corns on the feet is walking or running in ill-fitting shoes. Even standing for very long periods of time wearing tight shoes or high heels can cause corns. Other possible causes are walking without wearing shoes, wearing shoes without socks, and manual labor or taking part in sports activities that put pressure on the feet.

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A cough is a common reflex action that clears the throat of mucus or foreign irritants. Coughing to clear the throat is typically an infrequent action, although a number of conditions can cause more frequent bouts of coughing.

Most cough episodes will clear up or significantly improve within two weeks. A cough that lasts between 3 and 8 weeks is a subacute cough. A persistent cough that lasts more than eight weeks is a chronic cough.

The most common cause of a cough is a respiratory tract infection, such as a cold or flu. For young children, a common cause of cough is asthma. For smokers, there can be chronic cough with a distinctive sound.

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Dandruff

Dandruff is a condition of the scalp that causes flakes of skin to appear, often accompanied by itching. Dandruff isn't contagious or serious. But it can be embarrassing and sometimes difficult to treat.

The most common cause of dandruff is dry skin. Other possible reasons include dry skin, seborrhoeic dermatitis (oily, irritated skin), fungus, not brushing enough, sensitivity to shampooing and skin care products, diet, psoriasis, eczema, stress, or other medical conditions.

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Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Although depression may occur only once during a patient’s life, people typically have multiple episodes with the feeling of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness, hopelessness, frustration, angry, loss of interest, lack of energy, reduced appetite, anxiety, agitation, suicidal thoughts. For many people with depression, these symptoms usually are severe enough to cause noticeable problems in day-to-day activities, such as work, school, social activities or relationships with others. Some people may feel generally miserable or unhappy without really knowing why.

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Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease in which the body's ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood and urine. Glucose comes from the foods you eat. Insulin is a hormone that helps the glucose get into your cells to give them energy. Without enough insulin, the glucose stays in your blood.

There are two types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes occurs when your body’s pancreas doesn’t produce any insulin. Type 2, the most common type of diabetes occurs when the pancreas either doesn’t produce enough insulin or your body’s cells ignore the insulin.

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Diaper Rash

Diaper rash, or diaper dermatitis, is a general term describing any of a number of inflammatory skin conditions that can occur in the diaper area. The most common symptom of diaper rash is red, tender-looking skin in the diaper area including buttocks, thighs, and genitals. It could be a few spots, or the rash could cover much of the diaper area. In more severe cases, the rash can cause pimples, blisters, or other sores. If the rash gets infected, it may become bright red and the skin may get swollen. Small red patches or spots may spread beyond the main part of the rash, even outside the diaper area.

Diaper rash is often related to wet or infrequently changed diapers, skin sensitivity, and chafing. It usually affects babies, though anyone who wears a diaper regularly can develop the condition.

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Diarrhea is a condition in which feces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form. It is the result of increased secretion of fluid into the intestine, reduced absorption of fluid from the intestine or rapid passage of stool through the intestine.

Diarrhea is commonly caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can cause chronic diarrhea.

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Dry Skin

Dry skin is a very common condition. It isn't usually serious, but can be uncomfortable and unsightly.

Dry skin is likely to have one or more of the following symptoms including itching, feeling of skin tightness, flaking, scaling or peeling, fine lines or cracks, redness, cracks that may bleed.

Some common causes of dry skin include low humidity weather, heat, using too much soap (causing too much oil to be removed from skin) and certain skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis.

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Earache

There are many possible causes for an earache. Cavities, sinus infections, earwax, tonsillitis, and teeth grinding are all relatively common causes. The most common ear infection is acute otitis media (AOM), or a middle ear infection. It's characterized by swollen and infected portions of the middle ear. The pain associated with AOM is caused by fluid becoming trapped behind the eardrum. Symptoms may include a fever, pain inside the ear, slight hearing loss, and feeling sick in general. Not all earaches are caused by infections. If your ear hurts when you chew, it could be caused by something in your jaw. Swimming, bathing, allergies or even cleaning your ear with Q-tips can lead to discomfort, bacterial growth and infection in the ear. Earaches can also be triggered cold, wind, differences in presser, or by hair and other objects that get stuck in the ear.

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Earwax

Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a yellowish waxy substance secreted in the ear canal of humans and other mammals. Earwax protects the skin of the human ear canal, assists in cleaning and lubrication, and also provides some protection against bacteria, fungi, insects and water. However, excess or compacted earwax can press against the eardrum or block the outside ear canal or hearing aids, potentially causing hearing loss.

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Eczema

Eczema is a condition where patches of skin become inflamed, irritated, itchy, red, cracked, and rough. In severe cases, blisters can also occur. The areas it affected usually appear very dry, thickened, or scaly. In fair-skinned people, these areas may initially appear reddish and then turn brown. Among darker-skinned people, eczema can affect pigmentation, making the affected area lighter or darker.

The exact cause of eczema is unknown, but it's thought to be linked to an overactive response by the body's immune system to an irritant. It is this response that causes the symptoms of eczema. In addition, eczema is commonly found in families with a history of other allergies or asthma.

The most common type of eczema is known as atopic dermatitis, or atopic eczema. Atopic refers to a group of diseases with an often inherited tendency to develop other allergic conditions, such as asthma and hay fever.

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