Medically termed as enterobius vermicularis, pinworms are worms or parasites that infect the intestines. Pinworm infection is more common in children than adults and is marked by intense itchiness in the rectum area; such itching can cause increased agitation and irritability in children.Pinworms affect all people, including unhealthy persons, hygienic persons, as well as those… Continue reading Pinworms – All You Wanted to Know About Them
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Is Ebola a Virus or Bacteria?
Is Ebola a virus or bacteria? This question often pops up, some say Ebola is a virus whereas few feel it is bacteria. The truth is ‘Ebola’ is a virus which is prevalent in African continent and also it has been affecting the people for many decades. Some of its symptoms of Ebola infection are… Continue reading Is Ebola a Virus or Bacteria?
Sun Poisoning on Lips
When summer comes around, everybody takes to the beaches to enjoy fun-filled afternoons in the sun, or swim in their backyards. This is a wonderful time for everyone, unless you inadvertently spend too much time in the sun, without enough sunscreen. Over-exposure to the sun can give you a bad sunburn, especially around the lips… Continue reading Sun Poisoning on Lips
Bed Bug Bite
Bed bugs are little pests that can easily sneak into the bed or any other furniture and bite you. They can even get into a rug or carpet. A person who has been bitten by a bed bug usually wakes up red and feeling itchy the next morning. They are tiny, oval shaped and flat.… Continue reading Bed Bug Bite