HPV: A Comprehensive Guide to Prevention, Detection, and Management
Introduction Rohan (pseudonym) noticed small skin growths in his genital area and was worried that it is genital wart. He visited his provider to understand what needs to be done. On examination, his doctor reassured him that they were mostly...
The Itch You Can’t Scratch: Unveiling Scabies
What is Scabies? Scabies is a common skin infection caused by mites (Sarcoptes scabiei) that nest in your skin. Their droppings lead to the inflammation of the skin. Scabies is common in children as well and is not always related...
Candida Albicans: When Fungi Take Over
What is Candidiasis (Fungi)? Candidiasis is a fungal disease mainly caused by the wide-spread fungus Candida albicans. Fungi naturally are found on everyone’s skin and mucous membranes. However, they can multiply dramatically and cause inflammation, especially when your immune system...
From Irritation to Infection: Unpacking Genital Warts (HPV)
What are Genital Warts (HPV)? Genital warts are small, pointy growths in the genital or anal area. More rarely they also occur in the mouth. Genital warts are caused by human papilloma viruses (HPV). In rare cases, some HPV types...
The Unwelcome Guests: Understanding Crabs (Pubic Lice)
What are Crabs? Crabs (Phthirus pubis) are small insects that live and reproduce mainly in the pubic hair. Crabs, or pubic lice, are one of three types of lice that infest humans – in addition, there are also head lice...
Beyond the Surface: Understanding Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
What is HPV? Human Papillomavirus infection is a common STI caused by multiple types of HPV. In most cases, HPV infection goes away on its own within two years without having any health effects but in some it can cause...
Hepatitis C: From Acute Illness to Chronic Challenge for your Liver
What is Hepatitis C? Hepatitis C is another type of viral hepatitis that for most people is a short-illness (acute infection) but for a few, it can become a long-term disease. How do I know? Hepatitis C often causes no...
Herpes! The Silent Invader to your Sexual Health
What is Herpes? Herpes simplex virus (HSV), known as herpes, is a common infection that can cause painful blisters or ulcers. It primarily spreads by skin-to-skin contact. It is treatable but not curable. How do I know? Everyone’s heard of...
Navigating Chlamydia: Insights into Detection and Protection
What is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is a common STI that can occur in anyone who’s sexually active and is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It is a preventable and curable infection. People may have chlamydia without knowing it. The symptoms...
The ABCs of Viral Hepatitis: Understanding Hepatitis A and B
What is Hepatitis A/B Viral Hepatitis are infection of the liver caused by hepatitis viruses – A, B, C, D, and E. The hepatitis viruses A, B, and C are several times more resilient and contagious than HIV. It is...