Treacher Collins syndrome, also known as mandibulofacial dysostosis, is a rare genetic disorder. This condition affects the growth and development of bones and other tissues of the face. It is estimated to affect one in every 40,000 to 70,000 of live births. Most commonly, the chin bone and the lower jaw bones are affected, presenting… Continue reading Treacher Collins Syndrome
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Geographic Tongue
It is a painless and harmless condition affecting the tongue. Normally, the tongue consists of small finger like projections on its ventral surface, known as papillae. When a person suffers from this condition, the papillae of a particular area on the tongue disappear, and the area appears “bald” or flat. The borders of the area… Continue reading Geographic Tongue
Skin Peeling Between Toes
Skin peeling between toes is a very common problem faced by many people on a regular basis. This may also be accompanied by some other symptoms like itching or blister formation. Sometimes it may just be a natural process of removal of upper layer of skin and its replacement by new skin which lies underneath.… Continue reading Skin Peeling Between Toes
What to do for a Horsefly Bite?
Horsefly attacks not only humans but animals too and feeds on the blood. The bites can prove to be extremely itchy and can cause unbearable pain along with toxic material that can enter the body through the bite. A horsefly is also known as a deer fly, gadfly and breeze fly. They are one of… Continue reading What to do for a Horsefly Bite?