A dimple is a small pit or depression in the skin. Location: in the midline (center) of the lowest part of the back. It is near the tip of the tailbone. You can feel the tailbone under it. Hidden within the gluteal cleft (“butt crack”). Must separate the buttocks to see it. The dimple opening is very
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STI Prevention
STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease. It’s an older term and means the same thing. Some STIs cause serious complications. Do everything you can to prevent them.
Ringworm of the Scalp
A fungus infection of the scalp. The medical name is Tinea capitis
Roseola
Roseola is widespread fine pink rash that’s caused by a specific virus. Classic feature is that the rash is preceded by 3 to 5 days of high fever.
Ringworm of the Body
Skin infection with 1 or more ring-shaped spots. Has a rough edge and clearing of the center
Rash Widespread – Cause Unknown
A pink rash that is all over the body (widespread). Small or large pink spots
Rash Localized – Cause Unknown
Rash or redness on one small part of the body (localized). Red or pink rash. Small spots or solid redness.
Puncture Wound
The skin is punctured by a pointed narrow object (such as a needle). Puncture wounds that contain splinters or slivers are covered elsewhere.
Poison Ivy – Oak – Sumac
A very itchy rash with blisters. Caused by contact with the poison ivy plant
Pneumonia – Viral
A viral infection of the lungs.