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This is a rare type of memory disorder caused by a lack of thiamin (also called vitamin B1). It is called Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (WKS), and without treatment, it can be fatal. Usually, people who experience alcohol addiction develop this syndrome. While it cannot be cured, doctors recommend some treatments that improve the symptoms and reduce […]

This is a rare genetic disease that causes premature aging. It is called Werner syndrome, and the first symptoms are usually noticed around age 13. At this age, people stop growing and may experience the following symptoms. For example, hair loss, early graying, loss of bone density, or atrophy (muscle wasting). However, when the disease […]

A complication of eczema (also called dermatitis) that causes fluid-filled blisters on the skin is called weeping eczema. Usually, this condition occurs due to inflammation and may worsen the symptoms of eczema. Treatment usually involves corticosteroids, antihistamines, and immunosuppressive medicines. Sometimes, weeping eczema is mistaken for impetigo. While both are skin conditions, weeping eczema is […]

A rare genetic disorder that causes bone overgrowth is called Weaver syndrome. People with this condition are frequently very tall and may have specific facial features (such as wide-set eyes). Some of them may also develop intellectual or physical disabilities. However, people with Weaver syndrome can live healthy lives despite the inability to cure the […]

A health condition in which the stomach lining begins to bleed and then causes stripes similar to those on a watermelon is called watermelon stomach or gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE). These stripes cannot be seen unless your doctor looks inside the stomach with an endoscope (a long and flexible tube with a camera on […]

A rare health condition that causes blood vessels in the adrenal glands to rupture is called Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome (WFS). One of the most common causes of this syndrome is an infection. If you develop this syndrome and do not get immediate treatment, it may lead to death. Healthcare professionals usually treat this syndrome with antibiotics, […]

This is a condition in which there is too much water in the body. It is called water intoxication, and it negatively affects the body’s cells. The symptoms range from mild to severe and may include nausea, vomiting, bloating, confusion, seizures, and even coma. In severe cases, this condition can be fatal. Healthcare professionals usually […]

Some people may develop certain growths on the skin due to human papillomavirus (HPV). These growths are called warts. Doctors categorize this condition into plantar warts, common warts, and flat warts. Fortunately, there are multiple treatments that help get rid of them. Generally, warts are considered noncancerous (benign) growths that develop on the skin with […]

A type of neurological disorder that occurs when blood flow is slowed or even stopped to the brainstem is called Wallenberg syndrome. This condition often causes the following symptoms. For example, vision problems, difficulty swallowing, and balance problems. Without treatment, this condition may lead to life-threatening complications and even death. This neurological disorder often occurs […]

A severe type of congenital muscular dystrophy that negatively affects infants is called Walker-Warburg syndrome. It often impacts the child’s muscles, eyes, and brain with certain symptoms that may worsen over time. In general, it is not possible to cure this syndrome. That’s why treatment focuses on lessening the symptoms and prolonging the child’s life […]