A bruise, or contusion, is skin discoloration from a skin or tissue injury. This injury damages blood vessels underneath the…
A fever is a temporary rise in body temperature. It's one part of an overall response from the body's immune…
Flatulence is a build-up of gas in the digestive system that can lead to abdominal discomfort. Flatulence is a normal biological…
Glandular fever is an infectious disease that is common in teenagers and young adults. It is caused by the Epstein…
Gout is a painful form of arthritis. When your body has extra uric acid, sharp crystals may form in the…
Eye diseases or disorders are of a wide variety. Cataract, glaucoma, refractive errors are major causes of visual impairment and…
Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort and bleeding. Haemorrhoids are usually caused by straining…
Dermatitis means inflammation of the skin. Eczema is inflamed skin that has other symptoms like itching, a flaky or scaly…
Fatigue is a feeling of constant tiredness or weakness and can be physical, mental or a combination of both. You…
A burn occurs when heat, chemicals, sunlight, electricity or radiation damages skin tissue. Most burns happen accidentally. There are different…