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?
Bottom Lip Twitching
Also known as lip fasciculation, lower lip twitching refers to sudden and involuntary abnormal contractions of the bottom lip muscles. It can also occur due to injury, irritation, or direct stimulation (electrical, heat, pressure, or chemical) of the nerves that supply to the muscle fibers of the lip. Even though bottom lip twitching can be… Continue reading Bottom Lip Twitching
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