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Impetigo
Impetigo is an infection of the outer layers of the skin due to bacteria, either a staphylococcus or a streptococcus or both.
In either case a small blister forms which, in the case of a streptococcal infection bursts within an hour or two producing thick yellow translucent stuck on crusts. In the case of a staphylococcal infection, little or no crust is formed and the blisters, which may take a day or two to burst, may enlarge up to 5cm in diameter, sometimes healing completely in the centre and extending at the edges. Read more of this article »
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Downs Syndrome
Downs Syndrome or Trisomy 21 is due to a genetic chromosome abnormality which is handed on from parent to child. It is the most common mental retardation syndrome associated with malformation in humans.
The pattern of physical features is characteristic. In addition to the easily recognised features, congenital heart defects occur and also gastrointestinal malformations. In childhood an early death may occur and this is often due to infection, especially pneumonia. Read more of this article »
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Meningitis
Meningitis means inflammation of the meninges or membranes which envelop the brain and spinal cord and protect their surfaces from contact with the skull and the bones of the spine.
The two main forms of meningitis are viral and bacterial.
Viral or aseptic meningitis is usually followed by a complete recovery generally in a matter of days. It can last for one or two weeks. It may follow an attack of mumps in the young child, can be associated with a viral gastroenteritis or an attack of glandular fever. In the new born baby and young infant there may be symptoms of lethargy and poor feeding without any signs to localise the problem to the head or neck. Read more of this article »
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Hyperactivity in Childhood
Most children are normally active. Physical and psychological activity are necessary for the development of healthy individuals. However, a hyperactive child impedes his or her own development by not concentrating on school work, play or discipline. Hyperactivity in children may be difficult to diagnose and often requires the keen eye of a trained observer. However, parents may notice marked differences between different children in the same family and comment on their activity. Teachers are often the first to notice hyperactive pupils and bring this to the attention of parents. Read more of this article »
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Hodgkins Disease
Hodgkins Disease occurs most commonly in young adults. It is characterised by a swelling of lymph glands all over the body.
Generally the disease starts with a single swelling of a gland on one side of the neck. When first noticed several glands might be involved. The swelling are of various sizes, are not tender and are of a firm rubbery consistency. They may adhere to deeper tissues but the skin remains freely movable above the swelling. Read more of this article »