Pain Under Right Rib Cage
Pain under rib cage is one of the manifestations of a large number of associated diseases. Rib cage is mainly composed of 12 ribs on either side of the chest and encloses different chest structures such as hearts, lungs and trachea. It is also com...
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Growth Factor
What is a growth factor? Definition It is a naturally occurring substance that simulate the growth of cells. It also promotes healing, proliferation, and cellular differentiation. It acts as a signalling molecule between the cells. Growth factor ...
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Porokeratosis
A porokeratosis is a skin lesion characterized by thinned centre and surrounded by cornoid lamella (ridge-like border) caused by increasing number of ketatinocytes (skin cell surface). One of the common types of porokeratosis is Porokeratosis of Mibe...
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Pilar Cyst
What is a pilar cyst? A pilar cyst or medically known as trichilemmal cyst is a type of cyst containing keratin. It comes from the outer hair root sheath. What is keratin? It is a type of protein that consist the nails and hair. A pilar cyst is u...
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Bruised Toenail
A bruised toenail is usually not a cause of alarm. Normally, it does not possess a serious health concern, but it can limit your activities of daily living. If not handled properly, it could lead to a serious health problem. A bruised toenail is a...
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