Infantigo, also referred to as impetigo or school sores, is a bacterial infection that is caused by staphylococcus aureus. It is seen on face and areas around the mouth and nose. Infantigo appears as crusted lesion with a honey-like coloring. This condition is regarded as highly contagious skin infection. It is common in children. In… Continue reading Infantigo
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Senile Purpura
Senile purpura is a prevalent non-cancerous condition marked by recurrent development of purplish bruises or ecchymoses on the extensor surface of the arms, usually after some kind of mild trauma. Thomas Bateman, a British dermatologist, first described the condition in the year 1818. Hence, it is also referred to as Bateman purpura. Other popular names… Continue reading Senile Purpura
Clay Colored Stool
The color of feces can be an indicator of your health and particularly the digestive system. Normal color of stool is brown-which is as a result of a substance known as bilirubin. Bilirubin is released by liver in bile production to assist in breaking down of aging red blood cells. Stool color can have different… Continue reading Clay Colored Stool
Blood Blister on Finger
A blood blister in finger is a fluid-filled small painful bump that can be caused due to many reasons such as scalding, burning, tight clothes, viral skin infections, chemical exposures and others. Blood blisters in fingers are similar to other blisters except the accumulation of blood, lymph and other body fluids make it red and… Continue reading Blood Blister on Finger