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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…
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Genital Ulcer Syndrome
Genital Ulcer Syndrome Genital ulcer disease is a common syndrome affecting both men and women, characterized by single or multiple ulcers with different clinical manifestations. Genital ulcer disease refers to breaks in the skin or mucosa and may present as ulcers, sores or vesicles. Case Definition: Non-vesicular Genital Ulcer: Ulcer on the penis, scrotum,…
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Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Syndrome
Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Syndrome Abnormal vaginal discharge is defined as discharge that is different from usual with respect to colour/odour/consistency (e.g. discoloured or purulent or malodorous). While all women experience physiological vaginal discharge, concerns arise when it is perceived as abnormal. This syndrome is primarily attributed to endogenous vaginal infections, such as bacterial vaginosis and…
