The infection of the pharynx (pharyngitis) or tonsils (tonsillitis) is commonly referred to as a throat infection. Although most throat infections are caused by viruses, the bacterium group A Streptococcus is the major cause of bacterial...
A painful and short infection of the middle ear is called acute otitis media. Acute otitis media occurs due to a block in the Eustachian tube. The tube connects the back of the nose to the middle ear; a block will lead to pus collection behind the...
The labia are the skin folds that frame the entrance to the vagina. In toddler girls, this skin is not protected by hair and the sweat glands are not full developed. This creates increased exposure to urine and feces that may cause a rash....
Peptic ulcers are a sores in the lining of your stomach, esophagus or duodenum -- the first part of your small intestine. Contrary to popular belief, ulcers are not caused by emotional stress, worrying, spicy foods or a rich diet. However, the two...
