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What Is a Fever? High Temperature, Causes & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 9th of May 2026 What Is It? A fever is a higher-than-normal body temperature, usually meaning the body is responding to infection, inflammation, heat exposure, vaccination, or another trigger. In many adults and children, a temperature of around 38°C or above is generally considered a fever. Fever itself is […]

What Is Psoriasis? Scaly Skin Plaques & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 5th of May 2026 What Is It? Psoriasis is a long-term inflammatory skin condition that causes skin cells to build up faster than usual. This can lead to raised, red or darker patches of skin covered with dry, silvery-white or greyish scales. These patches are often called plaques, which […]

What Is a Superficial Fungal Infection? Skin Fungus, Causes & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 11th of May 2026 What Is It? A superficial fungal infection is a common infection affecting the outer layers of the skin, nails, or hair. It happens when fungi grow on the surface of the body, often causing itching, redness, scaling, peeling, ring-shaped patches, or changes in skin or […]

What Is Allergic Conjunctivitis? Itchy, Watery Red Eyes & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 3rd of May 2026 What Is It? Allergic conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin clear layer covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It happens when the eyes react to an allergen, such as pollen, dust mites, pet dander, mould, or […]

What Is Vulvovaginal Candidiasis? Vaginal Thrush & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 9th of May 2026 What Is It? Vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common yeast infection affecting the vulva and vagina. It is often called vaginal thrush and is usually caused by an overgrowth of Candida yeast, most commonly Candida albicans. Candida can normally live in the vaginal area without causing […]

What Is a Mouth Ulcer? Painful Oral Sore & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 10th of May 2026 What Is It? A mouth ulcer is a small sore or break in the lining inside the mouth. It may appear on the inner lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, soft palate, or floor of the mouth. Most common mouth ulcers are not dangerous and are not […]

What Is a Cold Sore? Contagious Lip Blisters & What They Mean

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 9th of May 2026 What Is It? A cold sore is a small, painful blister or cluster of blisters that usually appears on or around the lips. It is most commonly caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1, often shortened to HSV-1. HSV-1 is the most common cause, […]

What Are Suspected Mild Mineral Deficiencies? Low Mineral Levels & What They Mean

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 8th of May 2026 What Is It? Suspected mild mineral deficiencies mean the body may not be getting enough of one or more essential minerals, but the signs are still early, subtle, or not yet severe. Suspected means the symptoms may raise concern, but they do not confirm a […]

What Are Mild Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms? Urination Changes & What They Mean

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 6th of May 2026 What Is It? Mild lower urinary tract symptoms, often shortened to LUTS, are changes in how a person passes urine. These symptoms may include needing to urinate more often, feeling urgency, mild discomfort when passing urine, waking at night to urinate, or feeling that the […]

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