Sun burns

Sunburns definition Sunburns are caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays. UV rays can come from several sources: the sun, phototherapy lamps (including tanning beds), electric arc lamps (welding machines),

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Burns

Burns definition A burn is a skin lesion caused by an excessive heat source or various chemical agents. In addition to tissue inflammation, a process consisting of protein coagulation with the release of

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Acne

Acne definition Acne vulgaris commonly referred to simply as acne, is a skin disease (dermatitis) caused by an oily hypersecretion of the sebaceous glands (sebum), which together with the dead cells that cover the skin pores and

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Varicose veins

Varicose veins definition Varicose veins, also called varicose disease, represent the excessive dilation of veins with numerous side effects: heavy legs sensation, discomfort, pain, veins become visible or can suffer lesions and ulcerations. The disease affects approximately 30%

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Thrombophlebitis

Definition Thrombophlebitis involves intravascular blood clotting within the veins and the concomitant inflammation of the venous wall. Thrombophlebitis can be superficial or deep, with different symptoms and risks. Symptoms The thrombosed vein is painful to pressure or

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Phlebitis and arteritis

Definition Phlebitis and arteritis represent the inflammation of the vascular wall: the venous wall for phlebitis and the arterial wall for arteritis. Much more commonly encountered are phlebitis cases which very often appear associated with a venous thrombosis (clot

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Neuralgia

Neuralgia definition Neuralgia represents a condition affecting a nerve due to inflammation, injury, or irritation. The etiology of neuralgias is not fully known but it occurs more often in older people. It

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Muscle strains

Muscle strains definition Muscle strains are the result of muscle overexertion. They occur when muscles or tendons suffer an injury. Local symptoms are: pain, swelling, edema, and inflammation. During physical exertion, muscles suffer

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Cervical pain

Cervical pain – neck pain Cervical pain is pain localized in the back, at the base of the neck, at the level of the spine. It has several causes and can signify several conditions: Treatment Massage of the area

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