Richard Troy

Medical Blogger committed to accuracy, I am passionate about delivering my readers critical insights into the medical field. Former paramedic, instructor and medical school student. You can read more about me in the dedicated section of the website.

Pruritus: reasons for itchy skin and unexplained itching all over body

June 23, 2021 / By Richard Troy / Dermatology, Pruritus, Skin

Itchy skin or pruritus is a very common symptom that we all experience on a daily basis. It generally lasts just a few moments and goes away by itself, or it can be relieved with a gentle scratch. Scratching may be pleasurable and rewarding for some, but when itching is recurrent, lasts for longer periods […]

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High uric acid levels: diet and high purine foods to avoid

June 19, 2021 / By Richard Troy / Lab Test & Results, Laboratory Medicine

The uric acid test measures the amount of uric acid in blood or urine. Uric acid is a waste product from the metabolism of a class of chemicals known as purines which are found both in our own cells and in foods we eat. High levels of uric acid in blood may lead to the

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