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What is Hidradenitis suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin that primarily affects hair follicles in areas where skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks, and under the breasts. It develops when…
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What is Herpes zoster
Herpes zoster, also called shingles , is a disease caused by the reactivation of varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. After a person has recovered from chickenpox, the virus is not eliminated…
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What is Herpes simplex
Herpes simplex is a viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus, usually herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2). It primarily affects the skin and mucous membranes, especially the mouth, lips,…
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What is Hand, foot, and mouth disease
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a contagious viral illness that primarily affects the mouth lining, skin of the hands and feet, and, in some cases, the digestive tract and other mucosal surfaces. It…
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What is Gastric Reflux
Gastric reflux is the backward movement of stomach contents into the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. In normal digestion, the lower esophageal sphinctera ring of muscle at…
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What is Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the skin. In this condition, the immune system targets skin structures and triggers inflammation, leading to changes in the skin that may be temporary…
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What is Reactive airway disease
Reactive airway disease is a broad, non-specific term used to describe a pattern of abnormal airway responsiveness in the lungs, usually involving episodes of airway narrowing caused by irritation, inflammation, or exposure to triggers.…