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What is Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma? Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma (ACC) is a rare type of cancer that occurs in the glands of the body. It is most commonly found in the salivary glands, but can also occur in other glands such as the lacrimal
What is Adrenal Gland Tumor? Adrenal Gland Tumour An adrenal gland tumour is an abnormal tissue growth that forms on one or both of the adrenal glands, which are small glands located on top of each kidney. There are two main types of
What are Ectoparasitic Infections? Ectoparasitic infections are contagious infections that are very common in humans and animals. These infections are caused by the infestation of tiny multicellular organisms (insects) like, lice, bugs, mites, fleas etc. These parasites live on the surface of
What is Ectoparasitic Sexually Transmitted Infection? Ectoparasitic Infection is a communicable/contagious infection, that can easily be transmitted through sexual and common skin contact. Ectoparasitic Infection is caused by an infestation of Pediculus Pubis (pubic lice) and human mites. Some common examples of
What is Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV)? Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection caused by certain strains of Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria. It is primarily spread through sexual contact, but can also be contracted through skin-to-skin contact or by using contaminated objects. It
What is Trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis | an STI Trichomoniasis is a contagious and sexually transmitted infection, which is caused by a parasite known as Trichomonas vaginalis. It affects both men and women, but is more commonly diagnosed in women. Symptoms of trichomoniasis in
What is Syphilis? Syphilis, its symptoms, causes, and treatment Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It can spread through sexual contact or from a mother to her baby during pregnancy or childbirth. Syphilis causes symptoms such
What is Chancroid? Chancroid | Symptoms | Causes | Treatment Chancroid is a contagious STI, that has declined globally (in developed and underdeveloped countries), but still in some areas of Caribbean States, and Africa you can see chancroid patients. It is a