Symptoms of marasmus, Marasmus and Kwashiorkor

Overview: Marasmus Marasmus is a type of protein-energy malnutrition mainly seen in children. Marasmus is caused due to severe deficiency of nutrients like calories, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. ‌ Epidemiology It is more common in developing countries, like  Asia and Africa. People in these nations are prone to having poor access to food, making […]

Hantavirus disease, Hantavirus

Overview Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome is an uncommon infectious disease that starts with flu-like symptoms and quickly escalates to a more serious condition. It has the potential to cause life-threatening lung and heart issues. Hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome is another name for the condition. Several strains of the hantavirus cause Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. These strains are spread […]

Lupus pernio - might be a reason for your uneven makeup

Lupus pernio – might be a reason for your uneven makeup One among the most common forms of cutaneous sarcoidosis is Lupus pernio. Sarcoidosis is histologically characterized by a special type of inflammation called granuloma. It is a multisystem disorder. This condition appears as plaques, purple or bluish-red nodules over the ears, nose, cheeks, forehead and lips. […]

Brain stem stroke death, Brain stem stroke death - All age groups are at risk!

Introduction A person permanently loses the ability to breathe and the potential for consciousness because they have no more brain stem functions. This is called brain stem stroke death. Such are kept on a ventilator that circulates oxygen through the bloodstream and keeps the heart beating.  Since the brain stem controls, significant body functions like […]