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Strep Throat Bacterial Throat Infection Pharyngitis is an inflammation of the pharynx, the area in the back of the throat. This inflammation causes the symptom of a sore throat. Although most infectious causes of sore throat are due to viruses, about 5% to 10% of pharyngitis cases result from a bacterial infection. Since the bacteria …
Sinusitis Painful Sinus Infection Sinusitis is an inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. The condition may be caused by bacteria or it may occur as a complication of the common cold or a viral infection striking the upper respiratory tract. It most often occurs in the fall, winter or spring. Symptoms of bacterial sinusitis include fever, …
Diaper Rash Inflammation in the Diaper Area Diaper rash is an inflammation of the skin in the diaper area, leading to redness, tenderness, and scaling. It it most common in babies younger than 12 months. Plastic pants covering a cloth diaper can create the warm, moist conditions that may cause inflammation with exposure to urine …