Skin

Rickettsialpox: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Rickettsialpox is a rare, self-limiting bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Rickettsia Akari and transmitted to humans via house mouse mites (Liponyssoides sanguineus family) bites. The zoonotic illness is known to...

Thighplasty: What to Expect from the Procedure

Thighplasty, commonly known as a thigh lift, is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the thighs. The primary...

Onchocerciasis: Understanding the Disease and Its Impact

River blindness or Onchocerciasis is a parasitic infection caused by the worm Onchocera volvulus that causes skin and vision problems. The parasite spreads to...

Cryoablation: A Modern Approach to Precise Tumor Treatment

Cryoablation is a therapeutic medical procedure that utilizes gases with extremely low temperatures to freeze and destroy abnormal living tissue. It is an important...

Hookworm Infection: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention

What is Hookworm Infection? Hookworm infection is a parasitic disease caused by roundworms that belong to the Ancylostoma and Necator genera. These worms are soil-transmitted...

Cradle Cap: Causes, Symptoms & Care for Your Baby’s Scalp

Cradle cap, also known as infantile seborrheic dermatitis, is a chronic, common skin condition in newborn babies characterized by greasy, yellow patches on the...