PtEd – TINNITUS
TINNITUS PROBLEM Tinnitus is an irritating noise or sound that is heard in one or both ears, commonly referred to as a buzzing, humming, or ringing noise. CAUSE Tinnitus is […]
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PtEd – TINEA VERSICOLOR
TINEA VERSICOLOR PROBLEM A yeast infection of the skin, tinea versicolor may cause color changes of the skin, commonly on the chest, back, shoulders, arms, and trunk. During […]
PtEd – TINEA
TINEA PROBLEM Tinea is a fungal infection of the skin that can be found on any part of the body. It is not uncommon to have more than […]
PtEd – THRUSH
THRUSH PROBLEM Oral thrush is white patches that coat the inside of the mouth and tongue. It mainly affects adults with risk factors such as a compromised immune […]
PtEd – TESTICULAR SELF-EXAMINATION
TESTICULAR SELF-EXAMINATION The testicular self-examination is easy to do and does not take very much time to perform. Checking every month is a good way to become […]
PtEd – SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS (SLE)
SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS (SLE) PROBLEM You have been diagnosed with a condition called lupus. Lupus is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disorder. There is currently no cure for lupus; […]
PtEd – SYPHILIS
SYPHILIS PROBLEM You may have round or oval painless lesions, most commonly in the genital region, but they may occur anywhere on the body where transmission occurred. A.You may experience a rash covering your body, including the palms of your hands and soles of your feet. B.Flu-like symptoms include fever; headache; sore throat; swollen, tender lymph nodes; and decreased […]
PtEd – SUPERFICIAL THROMBOPHLEBITIS
SUPERFICIAL THROMBOPHLEBITIS PROBLEM Superficial thrombophlebitis occurs when a vein is irritated or injured. The portion of the vein that is affected can develop a blood clot or become […]
PtEd – SLEEP DISORDERS/INSOMNIA
SLEEP DISORDERS/INSOMNIA PROBLEM Continued loss of sleep over a long period of time (several days to weeks) can produce a decrease in daytime awareness and functioning, as well […]
PtEd – SLEEP APNEA
SLEEP APNEA PROBLEM You have been diagnosed with sleep apnea. During your sleep your tongue and throat relax, causing less air to go down into your lungs. When […]