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Chronic Middle Ear Infection: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Chronic Middle Ear Infection: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment A chronic middle ear infection develops when repeated ear infections damage the eardrum or lead to the formation of a cholesteatoma, a growth that encourages ongoing infection. Unlike acute ear infections, chronic infections tend to persist or repeatedly flare up over time. This condition is particularly concerning […]

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Intussusception in Children: Symptoms, Causes, and Emergency Treatment

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Intussusception in Children: Symptoms, Causes, and Emergency Treatment Intussusception occurs when one segment of the intestine slides into another, much like a telescope collapsing inward. This causes a bowel obstruction and can significantly reduce blood flow to the affected portion of the intestine. In Canada, intussusception is the most common cause of intestinal blockage in

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Barotrauma: Ear Pain and Damage Caused by Air Pressure Changes

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Barotrauma: Ear Pain and Damage Caused by Air Pressure Changes Barotrauma refers to pain or injury to the eardrum caused by sudden changes in air pressure. The eardrum separates the outer ear canal from the middle ear and is highly sensitive to pressure differences. Barotrauma commonly occurs during: Air travel (especially during takeoff and landing)

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Retinal Detachment: A Vision-Threatening Medical Emergency

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Retinal Detachment: A Vision-Threatening Medical Emergency   Retinal detachment occurs when the retina separates from the back wall of the eye. Because the retina is responsible for converting light into nerve signals for vision, separation deprives retinal cells of oxygen and nutrients. This can result in partial or complete vision loss, depending on the size

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Retinal Vein Occlusion (Eye Stroke): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Retinal Vein Occlusion (Eye Stroke): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Retinal vein occlusion (RVO)—often referred to as an eye stroke—occurs when one of the veins responsible for draining blood from the retina becomes blocked. This blockage is usually caused by a blood clot or increased pressure within the retinal veins, impairing blood flow and damaging retinal

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Schistosomiasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

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Schistosomiasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Schistosomiasis, also known as snail fever, is a serious parasitic disease that affects internal organs but is preventable. The condition develops when parasitic worms enter the body through skin contact with contaminated freshwater. Although schistosomiasis does not occur naturally in Canada, it remains highly relevant for Canadians who travel, work,

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Malaise: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Medical Care

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Malaise: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Medical Care Malaise is a medical term used to describe a general feeling of discomfort, weakness, or not feeling well, often without a clearly identifiable cause. People experiencing malaise may feel as though they are “coming down with something,” yet rest does not restore their sense of well-being.

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German Measles (Rubella): Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention

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German Measles (Rubella): Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention   German measles, also known as rubella, is a viral infection recognized by a distinctive reddish or pink rash, mild fever, and swollen lymph nodes. The virus spreads easily through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing, as well as through shared food or beverages. In Canada and other

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Hives (Urticaria): What Canadians Should Know for First Aid and Workplace Safety

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Hives (Urticaria): What Canadians Should Know for First Aid and Workplace Safety Hives—medically known as urticaria—are raised, itchy welts that can appear suddenly on the skin. Many Canadians assume hives are always caused by food allergies or products like soap or detergent. While allergies can be a trigger, hives are often linked to other causes,

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Coughing Up Blood (Hemoptysis): First Aid Awareness and Emergency Response in Canada

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Coughing Up Blood (Hemoptysis): First Aid Awareness and Emergency Response in Canada Coughing up blood—medically known as hemoptysis—can be frightening to witness and alarming for the person experiencing it. Blood may appear mixed with mucus or phlegm and often looks frothy or bubbly, which usually indicates it is coming from the airways or lungs rather

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