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A health condition in which connective tissues between the bones and muscles (tendons) become inflamed is called tendonitis. Usually, people develop this condition due to repetitive movements. In some cases, tendonitis can be very painful and often occurs in the elbow, knee, shoulder, hip, Achilles tendon, and the base of the thumb. In most cases, […]

A health condition that causes pain and tenderness in the jaw joints and surrounding ligaments and muscles is called temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). The most common causes include jaw trauma, arthritis, daily wear and tear, and teeth grinding. Treatment is usually different among people with TMD because it depends on the exact cause and the […]

Certain wounds on the skin that develop due to problems with blood circulation are called stasis ulcers (also known as vascular ulcers). Most of the time, these wounds heal for a very long time and require specialized care. The most common type of this disorder is venous ulcers. It commonly occurs due to circulatory problems […]

An inflammation of the nasal tissues that leads to sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, or postnasal drip is called vasomotor (nonallergic) rhinitis. While experts understand why people with allergic rhinitis (also known as hay fever) have symptoms, they do not fully understand why people with nonallergic rhinitis experience symptoms. However, this type of rhinitis does […]

A rare bacterial infection caused by Tropheryma whipplei bacteria is called Whipple’s disease. It negatively affects the bowel’s ability to absorb nutrients. The most common symptoms include joint pain, chronic (long-term) diarrhea, abdominal (belly) pain, and unusual weight loss. Physicians usually treat this infection with antibiotics. Generally, it is an infection of the small intestine, […]

This is a condition in which the immune system overreacts to wheat. It is also known as wheat allergy, and in severe cases, it may lead to anaphylaxis. The most common symptoms of this type of allergy include hives, skin rash, stomach cramps, nausea, and diarrhea. Usually, doctors diagnose this condition by performing some tests. […]

This is a virus that spreads to humans through mosquito bites. It is called West Nile virus, and most infected people do not experience any symptoms. As per studies, only 1 in 5 people have symptoms such as rash, headaches, muscle aches, and fever. This virus may rarely cause life-threatening conditions in the brain and […]

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 […]