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A type of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which is a degenerative disorder that often negatively affects people over 65 years old and causes behavioral changes, is called Pick’s disease. In some cases, it may also disrupt the ability to speak and understand other people. While this disorder cannot be cured, there are some treatments that may […]

A mental health condition in which a person compulsively swallows non-food items is called pica. It usually occurs in children with some disorders. While in most cases this condition is harmless, swallowing some items can make this disorder very dangerous. However, there are multiple options that can treat this disorder, including lifestyle changes and therapies. […]

A health condition in which a person has intense or overpowering fear and anxiety in some situations or when encountering certain objects is called a phobia. In some cases, phobias involve similar things as ordinary fears, but the effects of this disorder can be more severe. However, if you develop a severe form of phobia, […]

This is a condition that negatively affects the eyes when a person leaves syphilis untreated. It is called ocular syphilis, and with early diagnosis and proper treatment, it can help prevent serious complications of this disorder. However, diagnosing ocular syphilis is often difficult because there are multiple infections (such as uveitis) that cause similar symptoms. […]

A health condition that causes painful inflammation in the eyes and the skin around them is called ocular rosacea. Unfortunately, there is no cure for this condition. However, you can prevent flare-ups and relieve the symptoms if you learn to avoid triggers. Usually, doctors help identify triggers and recommend treatments to ease the symptoms. In […]

A health condition in which attacks of visual disturbances affect one eye and are associated with migraine headaches is called ocular migraine. In most cases, vision problems are temporary. Physicians often treat this condition by avoiding the triggers, making lifestyle changes, and prescribing medicines. This condition is also known as retinal migraine. It causes migraine […]

Clocal exstrophy (also known as OEIS syndrome) is a disorder that occurs during pregnancy. It negatively affects the baby’s urinary, respiratory, and digestive systems. Therefore, it may cause the bladder to develop inside out and some organs to push through a hole in the abdominal area. Some people with this syndrome may also experience problems […]

A rare eye condition that often occurs in people with carotid artery disease is called ocular ischemic syndrome (OIS). It occurs due to reduced blood flow caused by a buildup of plaque in a carotid artery. Usually, people with ocular ischemic syndrome may experience eye pain and vision problems. The treatment goal is to reduce […]

An eye condition that increases the pressure inside the eye higher than normal is called ocular hypertension. Usually, in people with this condition, there is no damage to the optic nerve. Moreover, this disorder often refers to high intraocular pressure (IOP) or high pressure inside the eye. One of the most common causes of this […]

A mental health condition that involves extreme preoccupation with perfectionism, organization, and control is called obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). People who suffer from this mental disorder have rigid beliefs and need to have control of themselves, others, and situations. Usually, people do not allow for any flexibility and are usually unable to compromise with others. […]