What is Marfan Syndrome ? It is a hereditary disease characterized by disorders of the connective tissue. The primary function of connective tissue is to bind the whole body together and provide the required structure for growth and development. Connective tissue occurs in all parts of the body and hence Marfan syndrome can cause malfunction… Continue reading Marfan Syndrome
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Erysipelas
What is Erysipelas ? It is a skin disease which features acute bacterial infection of the shallow lymphatic tissues and the outer dermis.It means that the upper or superficial layers of the skin get infected by bacteria. The most common pathogen is group A streptococcal bacteria, particularly streptococcuspyogenes. Erysipelas leads to formation of a striking… Continue reading Erysipelas
HIV Rash
Infection with the human immunodeficiency virus or HIV can lead to the formation of pigmented and dark rashes throughout the body. Such abnormal rashes are referred to as HIV rash. These rashes usually make an appearance 2 to 3 weeks after the initial infection. The primary cause of HIV rash is infection with the HIV… Continue reading HIV Rash
Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is a condition, which causes growth of tiny clumps of cells known as granulomas in areas of the body like the lungs and skin. The growth of these tiny clumps of inflammatory cells occurs mainly in organs like skin, and lungs but the condition can affect other areas such as the eyes and lymph nodes.… Continue reading Sarcoidosis