An inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that provokes ulcers (sores) and inflammation in the digestive tract is called ulcerative colitis. This health condition negatively affects the large intestine’s lining (also known as the colon) and rectum. While ulcerative colitis symptoms appear over time, some people may experience sudden ones. If you ignore this condition and do […]
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Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma
This is a rare form of cancer that usually starts in the body’s soft tissues and it is known as undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma (UPS). Tissues that connect other body structures are called soft tissues. This cancer type usually begins in the arms and legs. In some cases, UPS can occur in certain regions behind abdominal […]
Urinary Incontinence
This is a common urinary problem that concerns people. It is called urinary incontinence and means the loss of bladder control. The symptoms vary from mild to severe and can cause urine leaking when sneezing or coughing and a sudden urge to urinate that is strong enough that you cannot get to the toilet in […]
Urinary Tract Infections
An infection that negatively affects the urinary system is called Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra are parts of the urinary system. Commonly, people experience infection in the lower urinary tract (including the urethra and bladder). Furthermore, women and people assigned to female at birth (AFAB) are more prone to develop UTI […]
Urticaria
Urticaria is also known as hives and it is a skin condition that provokes itchy spots of different sizes. This skin problem can be caused by different substances and situations (including medicines and foods). Moreover, angioedema can appear along with hives or alone and it provokes swelling in the deep skin layers. It often appears […]
Uterine Fibroids
Certain common growths of the uterus that appear often during the years a female can get pregnant and give birth are called uterine fibroids. This is not a cancer form and these growth rarely provoke cancer. Other names of uterine fibroids are leiomyomas or myomas. A person can experience either one or more growths which […]
Vulvar Cancer
A cancer type that happens on the outer region of women’s genitalia is called vulvar cancer. The area of the skin around the urethra and vagina (including the clitoris and labia) is called the vulva. People who experience this cancer form can notice an itch lump or sore in the vulva. While vulvar cancer can […]
Vaginal Yeast Infection
This is a vaginal infection that occurs due to fungi. The most common symptoms of vaginal yeast infection are irritation, discharge, and strong itchiness of the vagina and vulva (tissues at the vaginal opening), and others. This condition is also known as vaginal candidiasis. Women experience this condition at least 3-4 times during their lifetime. […]
Aortic Valve Stenosis
A heart valve disease type in which the body’s main artery is narrowed and does not open completely is called Aortic valve stenosis or aortic stenosis. It occurs in the valve between the primary aorta (artery) and the lower left heart chamber. As a result, this condition prevents blood flow from the heart to the […]
Craniosynostosis
This is a health condition that is present at birth. It is known as craniosynostosis and it involves fibrous joints between the bones of the baby’s skull that close prematurely. It occurs before the brain is completely developed. As a result, the baby’s head becomes deformed. In normal circumstances, the sutures remain flexible in infants, […]