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A sleep disorder in which a person feels unrested after sleeping through the night is called idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). People who develop it may feel exhausted, disoriented, or unable to function properly during the day. In other words, IH is a condition in which people have an excessive need to sleep. Those who develop it […]

A common health condition in which the skin becomes scaly and dry is called ichthyosis vulgaris. It is caused by a genetic change (mutation), but in some cases, it is associated with other health conditions and certain medicines. Mild forms of ichthyosis vulgaris are often mistaken for dry skin. Unfortunately, there is no way to […]

Burns caused by ice and cold are very similar to those caused by heat. People who experience them often experience similar symptoms, and they can be severe enough to cause serious health problems. That’s why doctors recommend getting help as soon as possible. In other words, ice burns are a type of thermal burn that […]

A group of health conditions caused by a lone star tick bite is called lone star tick diseases. These include alpha-gal syndrome, Bourbon virus, ehrlichiosis, Heartland virus disease, southern tick-associated rash illness (STARI), and tularemia. The lone star tick is a small bug often found near wooded areas in the U.S. Unfortunately, several types of […]

A disorder that negatively affects your connective tissue and holds the body together is called Loeys-Dietz syndrome (LDS). Usually, to treat this condition, people need a healthcare team because it negatively affects multiple systems of the body. Moreover, early detection and prompt treatment often help prevent serious complications. In other words, LDS is a genetic […]

A health condition in which the liver no longer functions properly, or fails to perform essential functions, is called liver failure. This condition may occur suddenly or gradually, and it causes symptoms that may affect different major body systems. Moreover, liver failure can be fatal without a liver transplant. In normal circumstances, the liver is […]

The medical term used to describe different health conditions that cause damage to the liver and affect its function is liver disease. While some of them are mild and do not cause serious health problems, others may cause damage to the liver and impact your overall health. It is very important to understand that the […]

An illness that people often get from eating something contaminated with the Listeria bacterium is called listeriosis. It is usually found in deli meats, hot dogs, and soft cheeses. People who develop it may experience the following symptoms. These include fever, headaches, and diarrhea. Moreover, listeriosis can cause serious complications if you are pregnant or […]

A rare neurological disease in which a part of the brainstem is damaged (such as from a stroke) is called Locked-in syndrome (LiS). This is a serious condition in which people have total paralysis but still have consciousness and normal cognitive abilities. Most people with LiS can communicate with eye movements. In other words, LiS […]

Non-sexually transmitted genital ulcers that cause flu-like symptoms and occur rarely are called Lipschutz ulcers. While most of the time these ulcers disappear on their own within 5-6 weeks, doctors may recommend some treatments to ease the symptoms. In other words, Lipschutz ulcers cause one or multiple ulcers on the vulva (on one or both […]