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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.…
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FAQ about Herpes esophagitis
This FAQ explains what herpes esophagitis is, why it happens, how it is diagnosed, and what treatment usually involves. It also covers common concerns about recovery, recurrence, and ways to reduce risk. The information…
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Prevention of Herpes esophagitis
Herpes esophagitis is an inflammatory infection of the esophagus caused by herpes simplex virus, usually herpes simplex virus type 1, and less often type 2. It does not arise in most healthy people, because…
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Diagnosis of Herpes esophagitis
Herpes esophagitis is an infection of the esophagus caused most often by herpes simplex virus type 1, and less commonly by type 2. It is diagnosed by combining clinical suspicion with direct evidence of…