Armpit rashes often develop due to allergic reactions, infections, and chronic conditions. Rashes are common under the arms because the skinfold creates a warm, moist environment. Additionally, the ...

Proctitis causes rectal discomfort and bleeding. Learn what triggers it, how it's diagnosed, and which treatments actually ...

Early syphilis therapy was a focus of intense research in the early 20th century with many and varied approaches being used. The development of penicillin and its efficacy in the treatment of ...

Background: Tobacco is considered the most important cause of lung cancer, but other factors could also be involved in its pathogenesis. The aim of the present work was to establish an association ...

It is possible to contract syphilis or human papillomavirus (HPV). Engaging in oral sex can also spread human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), but the risk is very low. Few studies exist on STI risk ...

Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) is the virus most commonly linked to genital herpes, a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that causes painful blisters and ulcers on the penis, vagina, or rectum.

We collate the pathogenesis of septic encephalopathy, which involves microglial activation, programmed cell death, mitochondrial dysfunction, endoplasmic reticulum stress, neurotransmitter imbalance, ...

Mooren's ulcer is a chronic, painful corneal ulceration of unknown aetiology. Recent histological and immunological studies suggest an autoimmune basis. It is now becoming clear that the immune system ...

Respond quickly to potential HIV outbreaks to get prevention and treatment services to people who need them. Syphilis cases are on the rise in Maine, especially among women of reproductive age. Be ...

Bronchoscopy ruled out active TB. The patient’s stromal, pigmentary deposits in the cornea suggested a differential diagnosis of infectious interstitial keratitis such as TB or syphilis, cornea ...