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Some people see small dots or specks, lines, or even cobwebs that seem to be floating in front of their eyes. Sometimes, they also see lightning streaks, lights going on and off, or flashes of light, even if there are none present. These floaters and eye flashes are actually seen inside the eye

Some people develop a sudden outbreak of red welts or patches on the surface of the skin that may be accompanied by intense itching or a burning sensation. These are commonly known as hives, and they can appear in the face and anywhere in the body. The welts vary in size and may join together to

Removal of the tonsils, a pair of soft, oval tissues at the back of the throat, is often done in children who suffer from recurrent sore throat that does not improve with antibiotic therapy. Less commonly, this procedure, called tonsillectomy, is also done in adults. People who get recurrent

Swollen eyelids are often the result of fluid accumulation in the thin layers of tissues surrounding your eyes. This type of edema, which causes puffy eyelids, can affect one or both eyes, depending on the cause. It may be accompanied by other symptoms such as itching, tearing, pain, tenderness

Steatocystoma multiplex is a rare skin disorder characterized by the development of numerous cysts, which usually start at puberty. It is believed that the hormonal changes that occur during puberty may trigger the changes, which involve the pilosebaceous unit in the skin, or the hair follicle and

Certain areas of the body have skin folds that rub against each other. These areas may also have plenty of hair follicles, sweat glands and oil glands in the skin. Examples of these are the armpits, groin, the anal area, between the buttocks, inner thighs, and under the breasts. Some people develop

Simultaneous swellings of the face and lips can happen for a variety of reasons, but multiple and repeated episodes have only a few probably causes. These swellings are harmless in most cases, but they are still treated aggressively as the face has a number of blood vessels that are in

Steatocystoma multiplex is a big name for a rare skin disorder that is benign (not cancerous) in nature. It consists of hamartomatous malformations (again, a big name) that are really just cysts that develop in the hair follicles and sebaceous (oil) glands of the skin. This skin condition is

Abnormal lumps and bumps in the skin can appear anywhere in the body. Fortunately, most of these are benign (not cancer). If a lump or bump develops within one or two days, and is associated with swelling and pain, it is usually due to an injury or infection. For example, a boil is a painful red

When your face suddenly turns red, along with your neck and sometimes even your upper chest, you are said to be blushing. It does not occur only when you are angry, but maybe even when you are nervous, embarrassed, stressed or fearful. Many people blush during moments of high anxiety, especially