Health library
Health library
19 plain-language articles on conditions, treatments and prevention, reviewed by our clinicians.
CHAGAS DISEASE
An inflammatory, infectious disease caused by a parasite found in the feces of the triatomine (reduviid) bug and is most common in South…
Read article →CHICKENPOX
Description • Caused by Varicella-zoster Virus. • Causes an itchy rash with small, fluid-filled blisters. • The rash crusts over to form…
Read article →CYSTIC FIBROSIS
Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.…
Read article →Diabetic Retinopathy
Patient Information -Diabetic Retinopathy What is diabetic retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is an eye problem that can lead to vision loss…
Read article →DIPHTHERIA
Description • Bacterial infection caused by Corynebacterium • It affects the mucous membrane of throat and nose Symptoms • Gray membrane…
Read article →DUPUYTREN’S CONTRACTURE
Description • Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition that causes nodules, or knots, to build up underneath the skin of your fingers and…
Read article →GESTATIONAL DIABETES
Description • Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that develops during pregnancy and usually disappears after giving birth. Symptoms •…
Read article →GESTATIONAL HYPERTENSION
Description • It is also known as pre-eclamsia toxemia, or toxemia of pregnancy • It is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood…
Read article →Gluten Intolerance
2 IN 1000 SUFFER FROM GLUTEN INTOLERANCE CAUSES An Overactive Or Underactive Immune System Autoimmune Response Against Gut Tissues Triggered…
Read article →Innovative kidney failure treatment
Innovative kidney failure treatment to be ready in next 2-3 years Alternative dialysis treatment allo-haemodialysis is currently being…
Read article →LYME DISEASE
Description • Bacterial infection spread to humans by infected ticks • Caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi • Also called Lyme…
Read article →MEASLES
Description • It is a viral infection of the respiratory system • It is also known as rubella Symptoms • Fever • Cough • Runny nose •…
Read article →NEPHROTIC SYNDROME
• It is a kidney disorder that causes the body to excrete too much protein in your urine Symptoms • Edema particularly around eyes or in the…
Read article →OSGOOD-SCHLATTER DISEASE
• An inflammation of the area just below the knee • Usually affects adolescents experiencing growth spurts during puberty • Usually resolves…
Read article →POLIO
• Highly contagious disease caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system • Children younger than 5 years old are more likely to…
Read article →ROSEOLA
• Roseola is a common viral infection that usually affects babies and toddlers. • It typically causes a fever and a spotty rash for a few…
Read article →RUBELLA
It is a viral infection that causes a red rash on the body Symptoms • Red rash that begins on the face and then spreads to the rest of the…
Read article →WHOOPING COUGH
• Also called pertussis • Contagious bacterial infection of the lungs and airways. Symptoms • Vomiting • Blue or purple skin around the…
Read article →WOLMAN DISEASE
• A rare genetic disorder characterized by complete absence of an enzyme known as lysosomal acid lipase Symptoms • Vomiting • Diarrhea •…
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