Abstract Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is a rare, chronic skin disorder marked by the appearance of blistering lesions (fluid-filled blisters) and severe itchiness. In some cases, this itchy blistering skin condition affects a small area of the body, while in other cases, it can be quite widespread. The condition can lead to serious health problems, especially when it is widespread. Hence,…
Read Article →Ulcerative colitis is the nonspecific inflammatory conditions of the alimentary tract and confined to the large intestine. It causes irritation, inflammation, and ulcers in the lining of your large intestines (colon) which produces pus and mucus. Under such conditions, the immune system attacks the healthy intestinal cells and causes inflammation of those cells. It affects the innermost lining of the…
Read Article →Pilonidal sinus is a painful and discomforting condition in which a sinus tract develops in the natal cleft (between the buttocks). Since it commonly contains tufts of hairs, it is known as pilonidal sinus. “Pilonidal” is described as the ’nest of hair’. Initially, a cyst develops in that area at the back of sacrum and coccyx. This can be seen…
Read Article →Overview Speech has a vital role in our life. It allows us to communicate with the outer world and form connections with others. Without communication skills, it becomes problematic to interact with others or the ability to communicate in the working world would be nearly impossible. Speech development is an important part of learning and making connections with others. Speech…
Read Article →Abstract As we hear the word WINTER the first thing which comes in our mind is the season full of cold and damp environment. Also, the season in which we have to take more precautions and care to save ourselves from the changing weather and its effects on health. In the time of Pandemic, we need to take proper measures…
Read Article →Desmoid tumours are the rare non cancerous tumors that develop in the connective tissue (tissues that support, protect and give structure to other tissues and organs in the body). These tumors may grow due to the genetic mutations in fibroblast which make up the connective tissue. It is also known as aggressive fibromatosis since it possesses similarities with a malignant…
Read Article →Depression is now one of the most discussed topics in society. From Tik-Tok (now banned in India) to YouTube, you will easily find a lot of social media influencers speaking as an expert on the matter. In one way, the whole range of talk on the matter has made it now less of a social taboo but the majority of…
Read Article →WHAT ARE PESTICIDES? Pesticides can be referred as chemical or synthetic compounds that are used in order to kill, control or repel pests, including insects, fungi, rodents, unwanted plants or vegetation (weeds). More than 1000 types of pesticides are used globally to control pests. Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT), dlyphosate, acephate, deet, propoxur, metaldehyde, boric acid, diazinon are several examples of pesticides. Pesticides…
Read Article →Sometimes there is formation of crust and debris on eyelashes and lash line along with itching and swelling. It can occur as a sign of infection due to a parasite living on eyelashes. Is it normal or rare? Can it be dangerous at a time? If yes, how can it be managed? Let us move forward to have the answers…
Read Article →What is Crocodile Shagreen Eyes are very sensitive and important organs in our body. Our bad lifestyle, increased screen time and various other factors leads to impoverished eyesight and other eye disorders. Their care should be an integral part of our life. Here, we are going to discuss an eye disorder named as Crocodile Shagreen and its best Herbal treatment….
Read Article →