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The scarring of lung tissue primarily impacts the alveoli, which are the tiny air sacs in the lungs. Interstitial pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) can arise from several factors, such as exposure to mineral dusts at work, fibrosing alveolitis (an autoimmune condition where the immune system targets lung tissue), and allergic reactions leading to inflammation of the…

Vaginal bleeding that occurs between menstrual cycles. While this can be a result of a uterine issue, it’s also a frequent side effect of oral contraceptives.  

A sharp, high-pitched noise heard during inhalation. Inspiratory stridor is linked to damage or abnormalities in the respiratory system, especially around the larynx (voice box).  

Insect stings, like those from bees and wasps, can lead to reactions. The venom these insects inject contains substances that induce inflammation, resulting in local pain, redness, and swelling that can last for approximately 48 hours. A sting inside the mouth or throat can be life-threatening due to the potential for swelling to block the…

A limited number of insect species directly transmit diseases to humans. Some of these insects live on or beneath human skin as parasites. The most problematic among them are flies and insects that bite. Flies, in particular, can transfer harmful microorganisms from human or animal waste to food or open wounds through their feet or…

An innocent heart murmur is a sound produced by blood flow through the heart, as heard through a stethoscope, which is not caused by any heart disease or issues with its valves. These murmurs are frequently observed in children and might become more pronounced after physical activity or during a fever. If there is uncertainty…

A formerly employed psychological test involved presenting the subject with several ink blots and asking them to interpret their appearance. The responses given by the individual were believed to reveal aspects of their mental function, including emotions and psychological conflicts. The Rorschach test was one of the most commonly used examples of this type of…

The term used to describe the part of the electromagnetic spectrum that lies just beyond the red end of the visible light spectrum. Infrared radiation is focused onto the skin, effectively heating both the skin and the tissues directly beneath it. Infra-red lamps are a method used for providing heat treatment to facilitate healing from…

The term “edema” is occasionally used to describe the swelling that occurs in association with inflammation, such as the swelling that develops around a cut during the healing process.  

This is another term for atopic eczema, a condition that typically begins in early childhood.