Ringworm, also known as tinea, is a common fungal infection that causes a rash that may be scaly, dry, swollen or itchy.

Sitting in A&E aged just 19 and in her second year of university with agonising, swollen ankles, it dawned on Rachel Hall how ...

A dog's swollen face typically indicates a secondary problem. It can be an allergic reaction, dental issue, trauma, or a ...

A disease associated with sailors in a bygone era is rearing once more from the depths of history in developed countries.

If you’ve ever glanced in the mirror and noticed your face has ballooned in size, it can be a bit of a jump scare. Afterall, ...

As Ankur says, the position, shape, and colour of the lid swelling is very helpful in coming to a conclusion. I’d be more worried if the lid is red or purple, and particularly if the patient was ...

More expensive fruit and vegetables could see return of scurvy which starts with telltale symptoms such as joint pain, ...

Researchers have discovered a new group of bacterial toxins that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi, opening the door to potential new treatments for infections. These toxins, found in over ...

Bear meat served at a North Carolina mountain affair infected as many as 10 people with Trichinellosis, resulting in such unusual symptoms as eye and facial swelling, health officials have learned.