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		<title>What is Gastroenteritis? Gastro, Stomach Bug, Gastric Flu</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:19:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gastroenteritis is the inflammation of the stomach and intestines, both small and large, resulting in vomiting and diarrhea. Most cases of gastroenteritis are due to infections, mainly by viruses and bacteria, although there are immune related causes of gastroenteritis like eosinophilic gastroenteritis which is not caused by any microorganism. Gastroenteritis is known by many common [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is Meningitis? Inflammation of Brain &amp; Spinal Cord Lining</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 20:03:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The brain and spinal cord are surrounded by layered membranes, known as meninges, and cerebrospinal fluid. In certain instances, this lining becomes inflamed and the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is also affected. This condition is known as meningitis and may increase pressure on the brain and spinal cord, causing a range of generalized and localized symptoms. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is Bacterial Vaginosis? Vaginal Infection Bacteria</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 20:35:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[vaginal infection]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bacterial vaginosis is the medical term for a bacterial infection in the vagina. The vagina harbors many naturally occurring species of bacteria in a controlled environment. With a balanced pH and a constant level of moisture, the vaginal tissue remains intact from any bacterial invasion. However under certain circumstances, a bacterial overgrowth can occur. Alternatively, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is Gangrene? Rotting Flesh, Decomposing Tissue</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:01:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gangrene is the death of tissue followed by consumption by pathogens, usually bacteria. When any living tissue gets injured and if healing and repair is impossible, the tissue will die. This is known as necrosis. If the tissue is not discarded or the body cannot wall it off, bacteria will begin to consume this dead [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is an Abscess? Pus Growth in the Body</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:54:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[An abscess is a collection of pus within the body, in the tissues, organs or internal cavities, caused by the body&#8217;s response to an infection.  An skin abscess is a furuncle and carbuncle, also known as blisters, boils or blains, and these pus swellings usually occur on the skin (cutaneous) or just underneath the skin [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What are Ear Grommets? Drainage Tube for Glue Ear</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:32:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[An ear grommet is a tiny tube inserted into the tympanic membrane (ear drum) to drain fluid and relieve air pressure differences between the middle ear (behind the ear drum) and outer ear or ear canal. Ear grommets are an integral part to treating &#8216;glue ear&#8217; which is prevalent in children. Glue ear is a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is HIV / AIDS? Thins, Slim&#8217;s Disease, VIGS, SIDA</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2009 09:10:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Immunity]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[HIV/AIDS is an immune deficiency arising from HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)  infection. When infected, HIV starts destroying immune cells until the body&#8217;s immune capability is so severely depleted that it can no longer protect the body. This stage is known as AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome). Other infections known as opportunistic infections are able to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is Seborrheic Dermatitis? Dandruff &amp; Cradle Cap</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:05:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Infections]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[dandruff]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[fungus]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[nappy rash]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Seborrheic dermatitis is an inflammatory skin disease where scaling of the skin occurs. Seborrheic dermatitis is not usually a dry skin condition as the skin is producing its normal oil (sebum). However the appearance of skin scaling often leaves sufferers to believe that the condition occurs due to excessively dry skin or a lack of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What are the Types of Skin Fungus?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:33:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Infections]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Skin Diseases]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[fungal infection]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[ringworm]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are two main types of fungi (singular ~ fungus) that affect the human skin : Dermatophytes (also called molds) Skin yeasts (also called thrush or candida) Both types of fungi (mold-like and yeast link fungi) are not threatening to human skin unless there is damage or irritation of the area or the health of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is a Skin Fungus? Fungal Infection of the Skin</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:49:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A skin fungus is an infection of the skin by a fungus, a microorganism that usually consumes dead material. The outer skin is made up of dead skin cells that form a barrier to the outside environment. This barrier is usually able to maintain its own health but if damaged (especially by breaks or a [...]]]></description>
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