Actinic Cheilitis
Actinic Cheilitis is also called as Actinic Cheilosis or even ‘Sailor’s lips’. This is a type of cheilitis which can be considered as the counterpart of skin Actinic Keratosis which…
How to get rid of Melasma?
Melasma is also referred to as Chloasma Faciei. The condition when affected pregnant is called as ‘mask of pregnancy’. Melasma is a skin condition in which dark brown patches and…
Low Ferritin Levels
Ferritin is iron bound protein. This protein is responsible for storing iron and releasing it in a controlled manner. This protein also serves as a buffer against deficiency of the…
Enlarged Papillae
Papillae are small growths that look like tiny threadlike structures occurring naturally on tongue. Although not all papillae may contain taste buds, those found on the surface of tongue do.…
Indian Fire Rash
Indian Fire rash is another name for impetigo or infantigo. It is a rash that occurs on skin and is caused by bacteria. According to Doctor Decides, this skin infection…
Hemochromatosis – Excess Iron in Blood
Excess iron in blood is a condition technically called hemochromatosis. This can be a genetic irregularity which is also known as Primary hemochromatosis or hereditary hemochromatosis. However, acquired or secondary…
How to get rid of Cherry Angiomas?
Cherry angiomas are also sometimes called as Campbell De Morgan spots or as Senile angiomas. These are papules on the skin that appear cheery red in color. This occurs on…
Acalculous Cholecystitis
Acalculous cholecystitis is kind of inflammation of gallbladder that occurs without development of gallstone as the primary cause. Acalculous is a word used to typify cholecystitis that is not associated…
What causes a fatty liver?
Having fats in liver is an uncommon condition, but it may also be a harmless occurrence; however, if fats make up more than 5% to 10% of your liver’s weight…
Horsefly Bite
Horsefly bite is a common occurrence in people around the world. There are over 3000 varieties of horseflies recorded around the world. The three most common of these species are…