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A health condition in which the muscles used for speaking twitch or move uncontrollably while you talk is called stuttering. It disrupts the flow of the speech and causes pauses or unintended sounds and word-stuttering. In most cases, stuttering occurs in children, but it may also occur at any age. However, this is a treatable […]

The medical term that refers to multiple health conditions that negatively affect your heart’s valves, walls, chambers, or muscles is called structural heart disease. For example, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart disease, and heart valve disease. While structural heart diseases can be present at birth (congenital), they may also develop later in life. Furthermore, not everyone who […]

A parasitic infection that lives in contaminated soil and infects you through the skin is called strongyloidiasis. It is caused by a parasitic worm called Strongyloides. Sometimes, this infection can become chronic and last for years. People with weakened immune systems who get this infection may experience serious and even life-threatening complications. In some cases, […]

A rare genetic disorder that causes low birth weight and multiple severe physical abnormalities is called Russell-Silver syndrome (RSS). It occurs due to a mutation (change) in the genes that control growth. Usually, this condition is diagnosed through genetic tests and clinical examination. In general, the prognosis for this disorder is positive. However, this condition […]

Certain parasites that cause infections with diarrhea and fever are called roundworms. The types of roundworms that often infect humans include pinworms and ascariasis. Usually, these infections come from traveling to countries with poor sanitation and hygiene. However, children can get these infections in the U.S. too. In most cases, these parasitic infections are treated […]

A gastrointestinal (stomach and intestines) infection that usually impacts children is called rotavirus. However, it can be prevented with rotavirus vaccines. The most common symptoms of this infection are severe diarrhea and vomiting, which can lead to dehydration. If your children have rotavirus, it is very important to keep them hydrated. In other words, this […]

A common and contagious viral infection that usually impacts babies and children before the age of 2 is called roseola. It often causes a sudden, high fever, which may lead to febrile seizures sometimes. However, roseola can cause serious complications in children, especially if they have a weakened immune system. Commonly, home remedies can help […]

A toxic protein that comes from castor plant seeds is called ricin. When people eat these seeds, it may lead to a rare condition called ricin poisoning. Furthermore, ricin can be used for criminal purposes, but it is not common either. In general, this condition is very treatable, and most people survive. Symptoms People with […]

A movement disorder in which the affected person has a strong urge to move the legs while resting is called restless legs syndrome (RLS). Those who develop RLS may also experience sensations such as itching, pulling, crawling, or throbbing. Unfortunately, this disorder cannot be cured, but there are some treatments available that help ease the […]

A health condition in which there is not enough oxygen or too much carbon dioxide in the body is called respiratory failure. While it may occur all at once (acute), it may also come over time (chronic). In general, there are multiple health conditions that can cause it. However, the acute form of respiratory failure […]