Angioedema: What Triggers Swelling and How to Manage It
Angioedema is a condition where fluid builds up deep under your skin or inside your body, which results in sudden swelling. When angioedema involves...
Lupus Vasculitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
Lupus vasculitis is an inflammatory complication of systemic lupus erythematosus or SLE. It occurs when your body’s immune system mistakenly causes inflammation in your...
Hypotrichosis: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Hypotrichosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal deficiency of hair on the scalp or body. It may affect various areas, including the scalp,...
Trichodynia: Understanding Why Your Scalp Hurts
Trichodynia is a scalp condition characterized by abnormal burning, stinging, or crawling sensations in the scalp. These sensations often occur without visible signs of...
Penicillin Allergy: Symptoms, Risks, and Alternatives
Penicillin allergy is an immune-mediated reaction that occurs when the body identifies penicillin or its breakdown products as harmful, triggering an allergic response. Although...
Latex Allergy: How to Manage and Avoid Reactions
Latex allergy is the body's allergic response to latex (natural rubber) exposure and is characterized by typical allergic symptoms like itching, swelling, hives, and...
