One of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is called genital herpes. It occurs due to herpes simplex virus (HSV). It usually spreads to other people during sexual activity (through skin-to-skin contact). While some people may not experience any symptoms still can spread the infection to other people. Some of them may experience the […]
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H1N1 Flu
This is a virus known as H1N1 flu (sometimes called swine flu), which is a type of influenza A virus. The new virus H1N1 started to cause health problems in humans in the 2009-19 flu season. It is sometimes called swine flu because it is a new combination of influenza viruses that negatively affect birds, […]
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
A health condition in which small blood vessels become damaged and inflamed throughout the body is called Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Thus, inflammation and damage provoke clots to form in these blood vessels, which usually lead to damage to the kidneys and other body organs. HUS can cause a life-threatening condition (such as kidney failure). […]
Hepatomegaly
A medical condition in which the liver becomes enlarged (more than it is normal) is called hepatomegaly. Healthcare providers consider hepatomegaly a health problem rather than a disease. In most cases, an enlarged liver is a symptom of other diseases including liver disease, congestive heart failure, or cancer. The treatment usually involves medicines and procedures […]
Lynch Syndrome
A health condition that increases the risk of different cancer types is called Lynch syndrome. It is a genetic condition that passes from biological parents to biological children. Families that have this syndrome experience more cancer cases than expected or compared to other families without this condition. These include colon cancer, endometrial cancer, and other […]
Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
This is a condition in which an outbreak of shingles negatively affects the facial nerve near one of the ears. It is known as Ramsay Hunt Syndrome and it can also provoke facial paralysis and hearing problems along with painful shingles rash. This syndrome happens due to the same virus (varicella-zoster virus) that causes chickenpox. […]
Wilson’s Disease
A rare inherited disorder that causes copper build-up in different body organs (such as the liver, brain, and eyes) is called Wilson’s disease. This condition is mostly diagnosed in people between 5 and 35 years old but it can negatively affect younger and older people as well. People usually get copper from foods and it […]
Compulsive Sexual Behavior
This is a health condition in which a person experiences persistent sexual fantasies, urges, or behaviors that usually cannot be controlled. Sometimes, this condition is called hypersexuality or sexual addiction. Compulsive sexual behavior may interact with your daily routine (such as a job) and cause problems with health, relationships, and others. This condition involves different […]
Ear Infection
An infection of the middle ear (space behind the eardrum where small vibrating bones are located) is known as an ear infection or acute otitis media. This condition can impact anyone but children are more prone to develop it. Commonly, ear infections go away on their own and do not need treatment. That’s why the […]
Leukoplakia
This is a health condition that causes thick and white patches to form on the gums. Sometimes, these patches can appear inside the cheeks, bottom of the mouth, and tongue. Usually, these patches cannot be scraped off. This condition is called leukoplakia and experts do not fully understand why it happens. However, certain bad habits […]