Symptom: Skin Irritation

What Is Dermatitis? Eczema, Contact Dermatitis, Causes & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 3rd of May 2026 What Is It? Dermatitis is a general term for inflammation of the skin. It can cause the skin to become itchy, red, dry, cracked, swollen, sore, or irritated. Two common forms are eczema and contact dermatitis. Eczema is often used as a general term, but […]

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 Otitis Externa? Outer Ear Canal Infection & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 3rd of May 2026 What Is It? Otitis externa is inflammation or infection of the outer ear canal, the passage between the outside of the ear and the eardrum. It is sometimes called outer ear canal infection or swimmer’s ear. Otitis externa usually causes ear pain, itching, redness, swelling, […]

What Is Nappy Rash? Diaper Rash & What It Means

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 3rd of May 2026 What Is It? Nappy rash, also called diaper rash, is skin irritation that happens in the area covered by a nappy or diaper. The nappy area includes the buttocks, genitals, upper thighs, and skin folds covered by the nappy. It usually appears as red, sore, […]

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 Are Haemorrhoids? Piles & What They Mean

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 5th of May 2026 What Is It? Haemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen blood vessels around the anus or lower rectum. They may cause itching, discomfort, swelling, a lump near the anus, or bright red blood after passing stool. Haemorrhoids are common and are usually not dangerous, especially when […]

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