Collagen deficiency can bring about collagen vascular diseases, which is a group of disease that affect connective tissue. Collagen is a protein connective tissue that helps hold up your skin, bones, muscles and ligaments together. Connective tissue diseases is the other name that is given to collagen vascular disease. Collagen deficiency and the resultant disease… Continue reading Collagen Deficiency
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Shingles on Scalp
Shingles is a viral disease that compromises the nerve pathway. It is also known as herpes zoster and is caused by a virus known as Varicella Zoster, which is also the virus which causes chicken pox. Shingles are extremely painful especially when they occur on the scalp. Blisters filled with fluid develop on the scalp… Continue reading Shingles on Scalp
Drool Rash
Drool rash refers to a rash that forms around the cheeks and mouth, on the chest, and in the creases of the neck in a baby due to wet skin caused by presence of excess amounts of saliva on skin for prolonged periods. Drooling is usually a side effect of teething, but it can occur… Continue reading Drool Rash
Bladder Wall Thickening
The bladder is a part of the urinary system. It is a small sac which collects urine released by the kidneys. Bladder wall thickening may occur due a variety of different reasons. Treatment of thickened bladder wall is dependent on the underlying cause. Symptoms Some of the common signs and symptoms of bladder wall thickening… Continue reading Bladder Wall Thickening