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A condition in which fluid buildup occurs around the lungs is called pleural effusion. The excessive fluid is often drained through a procedure or medicine. It is also very important to diagnose and treat the disorder that has caused pleural effusion. In such cases, treatments range from medications to surgery. Follow the doctor’s instructions carefully […]

Disorders that negatively affect how many platelets you have and how they work are called platelet disorders. For example, thrombocytosis (high platelets), thrombocytopenia (low platelets), and platelet dysfunction (in such cases, the platelets do not work properly). While in most cases the symptoms are mild, some people may develop severe enough symptoms that they need […]

A type of blood cancer that occurs extremely rarely and is similar to multiple myeloma is called plasmacytoma. However, doctors have divided this type of cancer into 2 groups: solitary plasmacytoma of bone (SPB) and extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP). Commonly, plasmacytoma occurs when plasma cells become cancerous (malignant) and begin to grow and multiply abnormally. When […]

A type of skin infection that causes rough bumps on the feet, which can be uncomfortable and painful, is called plantar warts. This condition is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Usually, it is treated with home remedies, medicines, and therapies. In other words, plantar warts (verruca plantaris) are noncancerous (benign) bumps that appear on the […]

A health condition that causes pain or numbness in the butt, hip, or upper leg is called piriformis syndrome. It occurs when the piriformis muscle presses on the sciatic nerve. However, this syndrome can also occur due to muscle spasms, swelling, injuries, scar tissue in the piriformis, and other causes. Furthermore, most cases of this […]

This type of parasite, known as pinworms or threadworms are small white or light gray worms that cause a common infection called enterobiasis. In general, this infection is very contagious and occurs mostly in children. Usually, doctors treat this infection with oral anti-parasitic medicines that often destroy them in just two doses. These parasites often […]

A skin disorder caused by clogged or inflamed oil glands or an increased presence of pimple-causing bacteria on the skin is called pimples. These pimples can also be caused by other skin disorders, such as acne. In general, there are several types of pimples, including blackheads, whiteheads, cysts, and others. Usually, doctors recommend home remedies, […]

A type of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which is a degenerative disorder that often negatively affects people over 65 years old and causes behavioral changes, is called Pick’s disease. In some cases, it may also disrupt the ability to speak and understand other people. While this disorder cannot be cured, there are some treatments that may […]

A mental health condition in which a person compulsively swallows non-food items is called pica. It usually occurs in children with some disorders. While in most cases this condition is harmless, swallowing some items can make this disorder very dangerous. However, there are multiple options that can treat this disorder, including lifestyle changes and therapies. […]

A health condition in which a person has intense or overpowering fear and anxiety in some situations or when encountering certain objects is called a phobia. In some cases, phobias involve similar things as ordinary fears, but the effects of this disorder can be more severe. However, if you develop a severe form of phobia, […]