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Bed bugs and scabies are two common types of parasitic insects that can infest and cause discomfort to humans. Although they share some similarities, there are significant differences between the two, including their appearance, symptoms, and treatment options. What are Bed Bugs? Bed bugs are parasitic insects known as Cimex lectularius and Cimex hemipterus that feed on human blood and cause much skin irritation. C. lectularius is found in temperate parts of the world while C. hemipterus is found in tropical areas. Symptoms and transmission of Bed Bugs − Symptoms include the appearance of red spots on the skin ... Read More

The kidneys are complex organs that perform various vital functions in the body, including regulating blood pressure, electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, and filtering waste products from the blood. The functional unit of the kidney is the nephron, which consists of a renal corpuscle and a renal tubule. There are two types of nephrons in the kidney: cortical nephrons and juxtamedullary nephrons. While both types of nephrons perform the same functions, there are some differences between them that are worth exploring. What is Cortical Nephron? Cortical nephrons are the most common type of nephron, comprising about 85% of all nephrons in ... Read More

Actinic keratosis is the skin lesions that occur because of exposure to the sun directly for a longer duration. The risk of developing these is directly proportional to the amount and duration of sun exposure. These are more commonly seen in old age people, fair skin individuals, males, and in immunosuppressive patients. When the skin is exposed to UV radiation for a longer duration it causes various changes in the skin layer, altering the regular pathways of cell growth and causing the inflammation. Actinic keratosis is also called senile keratosis or solar keratosis. These are the most common skin disorders ... Read More