Tinea versicolor , also known as pityriasis versicolor, is a common fungal skin infection caused by an overgrowth of a yeast called Malassezia. It affects the pigmentation of the skin, causing small, discolored patches that may be lighter or darker than the surrounding skin. These patches can appear on the chest, back, neck, and arms, and are more noticeable after sun exposure. Key Features: • Discolored patches: Typically appear as white, pink, red, or brown spots. • Location: Usually found on the upper body (chest, back, neck, arms). • Mild itching: Some individuals may experience mild itching, especially in humid conditions. • Scaling: The skin may have a fine, flaky texture. Causes: • Overgrowth of the yeast Malassezia that is naturally present on the skin. • Hot, humid weather, oily skin, excessive sweating, and a weakened immune system can promote the growth of the yeast. Treatment: • Topical antifungals: Creams, lotions, or shampoos containing selenium sulfide, ke
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Dengue Fever: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment Dengue fever is a viral infection caused by the bite of a female Aedes mosquito, primarily the Aedes aegypti . It is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Over the years, dengue has emerged as a significant public health challenge due to its rapid spread and the lack of a specific antiviral treatment. This blog explores the causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of dengue fever. What Causes Dengue Fever? Dengue fever is caused by one of the four serotypes of the dengue virus (DENV 1-4), transmitted by mosquitoes. Once a mosquito bites a person already infected with the virus, it becomes a carrier. When it bites another person, the virus is transmitted. Dengue cannot spread directly from person to person. Symptoms of Dengue Fever Symptoms usually begin four to ten days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. They can range from mild to severe. Common signs of dengue include: Sudden high fever (up to
DIABETES/High Blood Sugar Problem
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मधुमेह (डायबिटीज) को जानिए: डायबिटीज एक बीमारी है जिसमें शरीर में शुगर (चीनी) की मात्रा बहुत बढ़ जाती है। इससे शरीर को दिक्कत होती है और इसके लिए हमेशा ध्यान रखने की ज़रूरत होती है। हम आपको डायबिटीज को समझने में मदद करना चाहते हैं, ताकि आप इसे बेहतर तरीके से संभाल सकें। डायबिटीज के प्रकार टाइप 1 डायबिटीज: इस बीमारी में शरीर की मशीन (इम्यून सिस्टम) गलती से अग्न्याशय (पैंक्रियाज) में इंसुलिन बनाने वाली कोशिकाओं को नष्ट कर देती है। यह बीमारी अक्सर बच्चों या युवा लोगों में होती है, लेकिन किसी भी उम्र में हो सकती है। टाइप 2 डायबिटीज: यह सबसे ज्यादा होने वाला डायबिटीज है, जो धीरे-धीरे बढ़ता है। यह खासतौर पर गलत खान-पान, ज्यादा वजन और कम शारीरिक मेहनत से होता है। गर्भावधि डायबिटीज (Gestational Diabetes): यह गर्भावस्था के समय होता है। बच्चे के जन्म के बाद यह ठीक हो जाता है, लेकिन भविष्य में माँ और बच्चे दोनों को टाइप 2 डायबिटीज का खतरा हो सकता है। डायबिटीज के कारण टाइप 1 डायबिटीज: यह शरीर की मशीन की गड़बड़ी से होता है। कुछ वायरस या आनुवांशिक कारण इसके पीछे हो सकते हैं। टाइप 2 डायबिटीज: ज्या
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"HEALTH AND IT MAINTENACE" Health is a state of complete physical mental social and spiritual well being and it is not merely an absence of Disease or infirmity. Now a days life has become hectic in both developed and developing nation. People often compromise with their Health in the current situation. What can be done then? Eat well and balanced diet. Avoid Sedentary habits. Take proper sleep Consult your family physician Simplify your living.Practice some medication ,Yoga etc. By-Dr. Lalit Pandey Gen Physician Heal and Cure Medical Centre 😊
Are You Underweight Or Overweight?
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How to Access if You Are Underweight or Overweight?? Dr.Lalit Pandey General Practitioner View Full profile 27 September, 2021 Maintaining the right body weight plays a major role in staying healthy and avoiding various health risks. Being underweight or overweight increases your risk of certain weight-related diseases. Your body mass index (BMI) is considered a major screening tool to estimate your weight status. What is BMI? BMI is a measurement of a person's leanness or corpulence based on their height and weight and is intended to quantify tissue mass. It is widely used as a general indicator of whether a person has a healthy body weight for their height. Specifically, the value obtained from the calculation of BMI is used to categorize whether a person is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese depending on what range the value falls between. These ranges of BMI vary based on factors such as region and age and are sometimes further divided into subcategories su