DURING the fall of 1962 an epidemic of histoplasmosis occurred in Mason City, Iowa. The source of the infection was a starling roost in the center of town, and the epidemic resulted when heavy ...

With fifth disease, you may develop flu-like symptoms, a red cheek rash, or joint pain in adults. Fifth disease spreads through respiratory droplets and most commonly affects children. Pregnant people ...

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A woman in her 20s presented with a three month history of persistent erythematous patches on both thighs. Examination revealed symmetrical, dark red, reticular patches on the bilateral inner thighs.

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Takayasu's arteritis is a rare, systemic vasculitis with varied presentations across multiple medical specialities. Here, we present a young woman who had recurrent episodes of erythema nodosum on the ...

Skin redness can be caused by sun exposure, extreme temperatures, and certain skincare products. To treat redness from sunburn, apply aloe vera gel and take cool baths. Allergic contact dermatitis can ...

After the Brumadinho mining tailings dam ruptured in Brazil (Rotta et al., 2020; Thompson et al., 2020), forest restoration activities are among the priority actions to repair the environmental damage ...

Erythematous mucosa occurs when the inside lining of the digestive tract is red and inflamed. Treatment for inflammation depends on its cause and location and may involve medication, dietary changes, ...

Ticks are arthropods known for their negative impact on animal and human health through infestation. They are capable of transmitting a wide range of pathogens including protozoa, viruses, and ...