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STRABISMUS
STRABISMUS Strabismus, also known as “crossed eyes” or “squint,” is a condition characterized by an eye misalignment. In individuals with strabismus, the eyes do not properly align with each other, meaning they point in different directions. One eye may look straight ahead, while the other eye may turn inward, outward, upward, or downward. This misalignment…
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CONGENITAL CATARACTS
CONGENITAL CATARACTS Congenital cataracts are a type of cataract that occurs at birth or during a baby’s first year of life, characterized by clouding or opacity of the lens of the eye. A lens of the eye is the transparent tissue that helps focus light onto the retina. Congenital cataracts cover a broad spectrum…
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VISUAL IMPAIRMENT
VISUAL IMPAIRMENT Visual impairment also known as vision impairment or vision loss , is a decreased ability to see to a degree that causes problems not fixable by usual means, such as glasses. Visual impairment refers to any kind of vision loss, ranging from partial vision loss to complete blindness. Visual impairment is often defined…
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STINGS AND BITES
STINGS AND BITES. Stings and bites refer to injuries caused by animals, insects, or plants that break the skin surface and can result in various reactions, ranging from minor irritation to severe medical conditions. The terms “sting” and “bite” are used to differentiate between the type of injury and the mechanism by which it occurs.…
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PLANT ALLERGIES
PLANT ALLERGIES Plant allergies, also known as pollen allergies or hay fever, refer to allergic reactions that occur when a person’s immune system overreacts to certain plant substances, such as pollen, plant proteins, or other allergens released by plants. These allergies are a common type of allergic rhinitis, which is characterized by symptoms such…
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SKIN ALLERGIES
SKIN ALLERGIES Skin allergy, also known as allergic dermatitis, is a condition in which the immune system has an abnormal reaction to a harmless substance, known as an allergen, that comes into contact with the skin. Skin allergy is an abnormal reaction of the skin following an irritant that continues as long as there is…
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ECZEMA
ECZEMA Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, or atopic eczema, is a dermatologic problem where patches of skin become inflamed, itchy, red, cracked, and rough. Blisters may sometimes occur. It is commonly seen in children. It is a relapsing skin problem that is manifested as pruritus, accompanied with swelling, redness, and dryness of the skin.…
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ATOPIC DERMATITIS
ATOPIC DERMATITIS. Atopic dermatitis (AD) also known as atopic eczema is a common type of eczema that causes the skin to become itchy, dry, and cracked. It results in itchy, red, swollen, and cracked skin. Clear fluid may come from the affected areas, which often thicken over time. Other names include “infantile eczema”, “flexural eczema”,…
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Inguinal Buboes Syndrome
Inguinal Buboes Syndrome Inguinal buboes refer to localized swellings or enlarged lymph glands in the groin and femoral area. They are often locally described as “grenades.” Case Definition: Inguinal Buboes Syndrome is characterized by the clinical manifestation of localized swellings or enlarged lymph glands in the groin and femoral area. Aetiology It is crucial to…
