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  DEFINITION  : Heat rash — also known as prickly heat and miliaria — isn't just for babies. Heat rash affects adults, too, especially during hot, humid weather. Heat rash develops when blocked pores (sweat ducts) trap perspiration under your skin. Symptoms range from superficial blisters to deep, red lumps. Some forms of heat rash feel prickly or intensely itchy. Heat rash usually clears on its own. Severe forms of heat rash may need medical care, but the best way to relieve symptoms is to cool your skin and prevent sweating. SYMPTOMS  : Adults usually develop heat rash in skin folds and where clothing causes friction. In infants, the rash is mainly found on the neck, shoulders and chest. It can also show up in the armpits, elbow creases and groin. Types of heat rash The types of  milia ria are classified according to how deep the blocked sweat ducts are. Signs and symptoms for each type vary. The mildest form of heat rash ( milia ria crystallina )  affects the sweat d

DEFINITION Anemia is a condition in which you don't have enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your tissues. Having anemia may make you feel tired and weak. There are many forms of anemia, each with its own cause. Loss of blood is the most common cause of anemia. Anemia can be temporary or long term, and it can range from mild to severe. Treatments for anemia range from taking supplements to undergoing medical procedures. You may be able to prevent some types of anemia by eating a healthy, varied diet. See your doctor if you suspect you have anemia because anemia can be a sign of serious illnesses. SYMPTOMS: Anemia symptoms vary depending on the cause of your anemia but may include: Fatigue Weakness Pale skin A fast or irregular heartbeat Shortness of breath Chest pain Dizziness Cognitive problems Cold hands and feet Headache Initially, anemia can be so mild it goes unnoticed. But symptoms increase as anemia worsens. When to see a doctor

Heat Stroke – Definition, Causes, and Prevention. Overview – Heat stroke Heat stroke is a form of hyperthermia or heat-related illness, an abnormally elevated body temperature with accompanying physical symptoms including changes in the nervous system function. Unlike heat cramps and heat exhaustion, two other forms of hyperthermia that are less severe, heat stroke is a true medical emergency that is often fatal if not properly and promptly treated. Heat stroke is also sometimes referred to as heatstroke or sun stroke. Severe hyperthermia is defined as a body temperature of 104 F (40 C) or higher. The body normally generates heat as a result of metabolism and is usually able to dissipate the heat by radiation of heat through the skin or by evaporation of sweat. However, in extreme heat, high humidity, or vigorous physical exertion under the sun, the body may not be able to sufficiently dissipate the heat and the body temperature rises, sometimes up to 106 F (41.1 C) or higher. Another

FOOD POISONING : Introduction Food poisoning is an ailment which occurs when eating foods contaminated with viruses, bacteria, fungi, toxins, parasites, and chemicals. It is not a serious illness which may go in two or three days. It is not an unusual and quite uncomfortable for an individual. Contamination of a food by an infectious organism or toxins occurs at productions and processing. It can also occur even cooking at home by mishandling or incorrect cooking. Some of these toxins are naturally found in the food as well as in the environment. The onset of symptoms of food poisoning starts within a few hours of eating contaminated food includes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Pathophysiology Pathogenesis of food poisoning can be classified into two types as non-inflammatory and inflammatory. In non-inflammatory diarrhea, the enterotoxins act on the mucous of small intestine without invasion. This leads to a large volume of watery stool without any pus, blood & abdomi

➡️12-year-old boy swallowed 54 magnets for science. A 12-year-old boy, Rhiley Morrison swallowed 54 magnets for an experiment to find out whether he would become magnetic. The boy, who is extremely enthusiastic about science, wanted to see if he could get metal to stick to his stomach. He swallowed the first batch on January 1st and second on January 4th. When the magnets did not pass through in due time, the boy told his mom, Paige, that he had swallowed two by accident. Doctors performed an X-ray which showed that he had swallowed several magnets. In addition, the doctors feared that the magnets would burn through his organs and kill him. Therefore, he was immediately rushed for surgery to remove the magnets. The surgery went on for 6 hours and he spent the next 10 days after surgery at the hospital. His mom told the doctors that he is massively into science and loves experimenting. However, the boy later admitted that he wanted to see if the copper would stick to his bel

Face mapping : The theories behind this face-mapping technique were: (a) All the organs of our body are interconnected. If one organ doesn’t work properly, it is bound to affect the workings of other organs. Hence, if any organ is not functioning properly, the face will show symptoms. (b) If the skin of a person is not healthy, there are definitely some issues going on elsewhere in the body. (c) The face is the mirror of our soul. Our internal physiological and psychological conditions get reflected on the face. If we are experiencing some disturbance in our internal organs, it will show its signs on our face. The primary methods of face -mapping is analysing the position of acne on face : Acne on the cheeks indicates: (a) you are having a problem because of smoking. (b) there are some bacteria working in the body. (c) you touch your face very frequently. Acne on the chin, jaw or neckline indicates: (a) you are consuming an excessive amount of starch or processed sugar. (b)