A sore throat, also known as pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the back part of the throat. Pharyngitis can involve the following parts of the throat: The back third of the tongue The soft palate (roof of the mouth) The tonsils (fleshy tissue that are part of the throat’s immune defenses) Causes of a…
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common. It is estimated that around 50–60% of women will develop at least one UTI in their lifetime. UTIs occur when bacteria (germs) get into the lower urinary tract and find themselves in the bladder or urethra. If a UTI is not treated quickly or adequately, the infection can…
Back pain is one of the most common medical conditions experienced in the United States. It is estimated that up to 84 percent of adults have low back pain at some time in their lives. Back pain can be caused by a known physical injury such as following a car accident. It may also be…
Both adults and children can get ear infections. Ear infections can be caused by a number of bugs such as viruses, bacteria or fungi—and they can each affect different parts of the ear. Most infections occur in the middle ear where germs from the nose and throat become trapped. The following is a list of…
Conjunctivitis also called pink eye is an infection or swelling of the eye that can cause the whites of the eye to take on a pink or red color. Causes Pink eye is commonly caused by a bacterial or viral infection but it may also be caused by: Allergens (something you are allergic too) Chemicals…
Asthma, pneumonia and bronchitis are common lung diseases that can send both kids and adults to the emergency room. All of these conditions can lead to difficulty breathing and at times may be considered a medical emergency. Bronchitis symptoms Bronchitis is an inflammation in the lungs. Some people may refer to it as a chest…
Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is on the rise in the United States. Sexual contact is the primary way that genital herpes spreads. Symptoms Like other STI’s, It is possible to experience no symptoms of genital herpes even while infected. That…
In the last few months there has been a noticeable rise in the number of Monkeypox cases worldwide. Monkeypox is an infectious disease that has been around for decades but in recent weeks hundreds of confirmed cases of Monkeypox have been occurring in countries that do not typically have the virus. This includes the United…
High blood pressure is commonly referred to as the ‘silent killer’ because it very rarely has symptoms. There may be no indication that you have it until it’s too late. High blood pressure is a serious medical condition that is linked to heart disease, kidney damage, strokes and an increased risk of death. The good…