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Up to 30% of adult people in US had a history of having blisters around the lip.  80-90% of people under 50 years old actually carry the HSV 1.  These blisters are known as cold sores or fever ...

Dotted lined skin rash on the palms and soles. Unbearable night itch worsening by time. It might be a sign of scabies. Scabies is a skin condition caused by parasite infestation, the itch mite ...

What is Radiation Exposure? Radioactive materials give off a form of energy that travels in waves or particles. This energy is called radiation. When a person is exposed to radiation, the energy ...

A cough is your body’s reflex to keep the airway clear. The sudden air “explosion” will clear the airway from irritants or obstructive substance so that breathing and the intake of oxygen becomes ...

Diarrhea and vomiting are common reasons parents bring their children to the doctor or even to BIMC Hospital’s emergency room. Most are related to gastroenteritis, infection of the stomach and ...

Hives, or the medical term “urticaria” is a common allergic disorder in which a red, itchy, lumpy skin rash appears ‘out of the blue’. The skin lumps are known as weals. 15-20% of the population ...

Arthritis by definition is a group of conditions involving damage to the joints of the body. It is a general term to describe inflammation of the joints, characterized by redness, warmth, ...

Studies show 5% to 8% of men and 0.5% of women in the world are born colorblind. That is 1 out of 12 men and 1 out of 200 women. Many people think anyone labeled as “colorblind” only ...

Did you know? –          The word migraine is derived from the Greek word meaning “pain involving half the head”. It affects at least 1 out of 10 people, mostly females and peaks between ...

BMI There are several ways to calculate whether you are within a healthy weight range or not. One of the simple ways is by calculating your body mass index (BMI). To know your BMI is by dividing ...

A spinning sensation is the best way to describe the main symptom of vertigo. Statistically, this is the chief complain of 5 – 10% of the general population. It may also be associated with ...

Some medical procedures may be uncomfortable or painful. In these cases,  general anesthesia might not always be necessary, while without medication it may be traumatizing for the patient. ...

Swimmer’s ear is another term to describe outer ear canal infection or otitis external. Since this condition frequently occurs to people who swim a lot, it is also called swimmer’s ...

Doctors may describe it as a “mild head injury”, because it’s usually not life threatening, but believe us, the effects of a concussion can be more than just mild! Of course, at least once, ...

The widespread use of formalin, in preservation of fish, fruit and other food items is posing a threat to public health. The chemical used as a solution in water keeps fish fresh and makes fruits ...

The main substance in coffee is caffeine, which stimulates every part of the body: It stimulates the brain and makes you feel wide awake, energetic and better able to concentrate. It increases ...

The tropical paradise island of Bali has many things to offer; the unique artwork, the beautiful scenery, and great parties.  One other event you won’t forget is if you experience gastroenteritis ...

Bali’s beaches are one of the main interests that draw visitors to the island.  Did you know you could get sick from swimming in the beaches?  Some can even result in serious illnesses that may ...

Imagine your kidney as the filter and waste disposal machine of your body.  The human body produces and metabolizes several substances.  Blood transports the waste of metabolized substances to ...

Watch out for Dengue Fever! We think it’s time to remind you about dengue fever… again. The tropics and the rainy season… One unique combination that reminds us of dengue fever.  Indonesia ...