Chicken Pox- Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention

Chickenpox is an infection arising from the varicella-zoster virus. These small, fluid-filled blisters cause an itchy rash. Chickenpox is extremely infectious to those who have not had the disease or who have been vaccinated. Today there is a vaccine that protects children from chickenpox. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend routine vaccination. The […]

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Hirsutism – Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention

Hirsutism Hirsutism is a condition in women which results in excessive growth of dark or coarse hair in the face, chest, and back of a male-like pattern. With hirsutism, extra hair growth often arises from excess male hormones (androgens), primarily testosterone. To women seeking to treat hirsutism, self-care approaches and appropriate treatment services are available. […]

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) – Symptoms, Causes and Complications

Overview A hormonal condition common to women of reproductive age is the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).Women with PCOS may have frequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excessive male hormone levels. It is unclear what reason for PCOS. The risk of long-term complications including type 2 diabetes and heart disease can be reduced by early diagnosis […]

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Appendicitis- Symptoms, Causes, Types and Diagnosis

Overview Appendicitis is a swelling of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch which projects on the lower right side of your abdomen from your colon. Appendicitis in your lower right abdomen causes discomfort. However, pain starts around the navel in most cases and then moves. Appendicitis pain usually increases as inflammation worsens, and ultimately becomes severe. […]

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