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Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a common fungal infection that affects the skin of the inner thighs, buttocks and genitals.

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Campomelic Dwarfism

Campomelic dwarfism is a rare congenital genetic disorder affecting the skeletal system characterized by bowed tibia, underdeveloped shoulder blades and a flat face.

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Cervical rib

Cervical rib is an extra rib which arises from the seventh cervical vertebra. It is a congenital abnormality located above the normal first rib. It is an extra rib attacked to the seventh cervical vertebra.

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Diet for Hair Fall

A diet rich in silica, calcium and iron, is helpful in reducing and preventing hair loss. Green, leafy vegetables, sea vegetables, have good mineral content. Raw oats contain silica. Dried fruits and cherry juice are very rich sources of iron.~

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Moles

Moles, known medically as nevi, are clusters of pigmented cells that often appear as small, dark brown spots

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Mastoiditis of the ear

Mastoiditis is an inflammation or infection of the mastoid bone which consists of air cells that drain the middle ear, a portion of the temporal bone of skull, located just behind the ear, usually seen as a complication of acute otitis media (middle ear infection). Mastoiditis is a bacterial infection of the mastoid air cells (small, air-filled cavities located in the mastoid process, which is the bulge in the skull behind the ear) if untreated can destroy the skull bone leading to hearing loss and other complications including death, seen commonly in children.

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Too Tired, Too Often?

What does it take to perform at your job, be a great spouse, a great parent, and have a buzzing social live? In addition to the many other wonderful qualities that you may list, it requires a lot of energy! So are you bursting with the energy to excel at your many roles? Or do you often find yourself fighting a yawn and just feeling too tired for no obvious reason? Here are some common causes of fatigue that may help you figure out a possible reason for your lack of energy. Though in few cases, fatigue may be a sign of a serious health problem, most of the time it's a relatively simple matter that can be easily resolved. If

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Nuts So healthy

Most nuts including walnuts, almonds, peanuts, and pistachios have been shown to have many health benefits when consumed in moderation. Walnuts are a particularly rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and may be better at lowering cholesterol as compared to other nuts. The FDA has approved heart health claim for almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, pignola pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts. Brazil nuts are very rich in selenium, a powerful antioxidant that helps neutralize harmful free radicals. In a recent study they were shown to lower the risk of breast cancer.

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Enlarged Tongue

Enlarged tongue is also called as Macroglossia. It refers to abnormally large tumor.

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How to prevent computer related injuries

The computer is a vital and most important tool in many different occupations at present. However, long periods of working at a computer in an appropriate manner can increase the chances of developing an injury such as muscle and joint pain, overuse injuries of the upper limbs and eyestrain

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