Day: September 16, 2023

Zoster (shingles)

September 16, 2023September 17, 2023 By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

What is shingles? Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful, blistering rash. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is the same virus that causes chickenpox. You can only get shingles if you have had chickenpox in the past. The shingles rash develops into painful blisters that may also be itchy, usually on one side of the body, either on the face, chest, back, abdomen or pelvis. They can take several weeks to settle. In 1 in 10 people, the pain and tingling of shingles can last for months or even years. This is called post-herpetic neuralgia. What are

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Zinc and your health

September 16, 2023September 16, 2023 By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

What is zinc? Zinc is a mineral that is essential for many of the body’s normal functions and systems, including: the immune system wound healing blood clotting thyroid function senses of taste and smell Zinc also supports normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood and adolescence. What does zinc do? Zinc is naturally found in cells throughout the body. It helps the cells to grow and divide, and is necessary for the activity of enzymes, proteins, and DNA (your genes). The body cannot make zinc, so you need to get it from the food you eat. It is mainly stored

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Zinc deficiency

September 16, 2023September 16, 2023 By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

What is zinc? Zinc is a mineral essential for many of the body’s normal functions and systems, including: the immune system wound healing blood clotting thyroid function senses of taste and smell Zinc also supports normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood and adolescence. Read more on zinc and your health. What is zinc deficiency? Zinc deficiency is when the body does not have enough of the mineral zinc for the body’s essential functions. What are the symptoms of zinc deficiency? Zinc deficiency can result in skin changes that look like eczema at first. There may be cracks and a ‘glazed’ (smooth or

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Zika virus

September 16, 2023December 16, 2023 By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

Key facts Zika virus is transmitted mainly through mosquito bites. Symptoms of zika virus are usually mild — most people with the virus don’t have any symptoms at all. Zika virus can be passed from a pregnant person to their baby, which can have serious consequences. There is no vaccine or treatment available for Zika virus. The best prevention is to avoid mosquito bites in areas with known outbreaks. What is Zika virus? Zika virus is transmitted mainly through mosquito bites but can also be transmitted sexually. The symptoms are usually mild, however they can be dangerous for your baby

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