Swimmer’s ear is an irritation, inflammation, or infection of the outer ear and ear canal. It is medically known as otitis externa. It basically affects the tube that connects the ear opening to the eardrum. Swimming in an unclean water could lead to swimmer’s ear as bacteria found in such water could lead to an …
Ganglion cysts are small round lumps, sacs or bumps filled with a viscous synovial fluid. There are also called bible bumps or bible cysts. Ganglion cysts vary in size. Also, they usually form over tendons or joints around the wrists, ankles, fingers, or soles of the feet. The exact cause of ganglion cyst is unknown. …
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, about 60 to 70 million Americans suffer from numerous digestive problems. The digestive system is a key body system. It helps in the absorption of nutrients as well as the removal of non-metabolic waste from the body. As such, any digestive issue could …
Dysuria (painful urination) is the discomfort, burning sensation, or pain experienced in the tube (urethra) that carries urine out of your bladder. Dysuria could also include any pain around the genitals area (perineum) felt while urinating. Sometimes, when you experience dysuria, the body could feel overheated. Dysuria is not a disease in itself but is …
A muscle strain, or pulled muscle, is a painful injury that occurs when a muscle is stretched too much and tears. It is generally not severe but could be problematic if it starts to adversely affect your daily chores. Muscle strain could occur if you have an accident, if you overwork a muscle, or if …
Painless swelling of the feet and ankle is a problem anyone can experience. However, it is more prevalent in older people. In most cases, this kind of swelling is not a disease in itself but could be a symptom of an underlying issue. Abnormal accumulation of fluids is the most common cause of swollen feet …
