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Varicella

By Sama Mohamed

Key facts Chickenpox is a very contagious infection caused by the varicella zoster virus. The most common symptom of chickenpox is an itchy red rash with fluid-filled blisters. Most cases of chickenpox are mild and get better on their own. Serious complications of chickenpox include infected blisters, pneumonia and meningitis. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself against chickenpox. Chickenpox (varicella) What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is a very contagious infection caused by the varicella zoster virus. Chickenpox can affect anyone at any age. Most people with chickenpox have mild symptoms and get better quickly. In rare cases, the virus can cause

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#Vaginal problems

Vaginal and groin irritation and infection

By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

Irritation of the vulva and vagina is quite common and most women will experience it at least once in their lives. There is delicate skin around the groin, vulva and inside the vagina, making these areas vulnerable to a wide range of conditions that can cause irritation. (Vulva is the general name given to the external parts of the female genitals.) What causes vulva and vagina irritation? Many things can cause irritation including: an imbalance of the bacteria and microorganisms that normally live inside the vagina lubricants and spermicides and latex products used during sex, such as condoms Bartholin’s cysts

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Tapeworm

By Sama Mohamed

Key facts Tapeworms (taeniasis) are a type of parasite that live in the intestines of animals.   Humans can become infected by eating or drinking tapeworm eggs or larvae (immature tapeworms) in contaminated meat or water. People with tapeworm infection often have no symptoms, but if you do have symptoms, they will depend on the type of tapeworm you have and where it is in your body. Tapeworm infection can be diagnosed with a stool (poo) sample and/or a blood test. Tapeworm infection is usually treated with medicine. What is worm infection in humans? Many types of worm can cause

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Anogenital herpes

By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

Overview Anogenital herpes is caused by herpes simplex virus 1 & 2 and leads to painful ulcerated genital lesions. Anogenital herpes is characterised by multiple, painful, ulcerated genital lesions. They arise as small vesicles that progress to pustules, which subsequently ulcerate and crust over. Anogenital herpes can be caused by herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV1) or herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV2), which are both part of the larger family of human herpesviruses (HHVs). This family also includes varicella-zoster virus, Epstein-Barr virus and cytomegalovirus.     Epidemiology Worldwide there are over 23 million cases of HSV infection per year. HSV-1 is

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Ross River virus infection

By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

Key facts Ross River virus is spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Symptoms of infection include joint pain, fever and rash. Most people feel better within a few weeks, but sometimes it can take a few months. There is no cure for Ross River virus infection, but pain relief medicines can help manage your symptoms. The best way to prevent Ross River virus infection is to avoid mosquito bites. What is Ross River virus infection? Ross River virus infection (also known as Ross River fever and epidemic polyarthritis) is caused by an alphavirus. It is spread to humans by

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