Eccrine Poroma Eccrine poroma is a benign tumor of the eccrine sweat glands. This condition typically occur on the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet, but they can also develop on other areas of the body. Eccrine glands are responsible for regulating body temperature by producing sweat. The size of […]
Stubbornness of Fungus: Why are they persistent? Fungal nails, also known as onychomycosis, can be a persistent and frustrating challenge for many individuals. The stubborn nature of these infections often leads to a prolonged battle against discolored, thickened and brittle nails. Traditional treatments often fall short, leaving many individuals frustrated and self-conscious about the
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What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, stiffness and potential joint deformities. Unlike osteoarthritis, which results from wear and tear on the joints, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the synovium—the lining of the
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What is Frostbite? Frostbite is a cold-weather-related medical condition that occurs when skin and other tissues freeze due to exposure to extremely cold temperatures. It typically affects exposed areas of the body, such as the fingers, toes, nose, ears, cheeks and chin. Exposure to freezing temperatures, especially with wind chill, can lead to the
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What is Chilblains? Chilblains, also known as perniosis, is a condition that occurs in response to cold weather. It is characterized by the inflammation of small blood vessels in the skin, typically on the toes, fingers, nose or ears. Chilblains are more common in cold and damp conditions and affect susceptible individuals, often those
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Strengthen Your Stride: Shielding Injury Overdone? With Christmas now behind us – some of us are full pelt into our week and ‘weekend warrior modes’. It’s here where more accidents and injuries ensue. A great active warm up prior to our exercise routine even just a few minutes to increase blood flow, flexibility and
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Acral Melanoma Acral melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops on the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet or beneath the nails. Unlike other types of melanoma that are linked to sun exposure, acral melanoma occurs in areas of the skin that are not regularly exposed to the sun.
Marfan Syndrome Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the body’s connective tissue, contributing to abnormalities in various parts of the body, including the skeleton, eyes, heart and blood vessels. It is caused by a mutation in the FBN1 gene, responsible for producing a protein called fibrillin-1, which is essential for providing strength
Joint hypermobility syndrome Hypermobility syndrome, also known as joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS), refers to a condition characterized by increased flexibility and excessive range of motion in multiple joints throughout the body. It’s often associated with symptoms related to joint instability and musculoskeletal issues. Moreover, this condition is a connective tissue disorder. Thick bands of
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Shin splints Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), is a common condition characterized by pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia). When you have shin splints, you might not feel them all the time. You might only feel it when you’re running or exercising some other way that