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A group of rare tumors that begin to develop in specialized cells of the neuroendocrine system is called neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). In most cases, they appear in the GI (gastrointestinal) tract, lungs, and pancreas. The only way to improve life expectancy is early diagnosis and proper treatment. However, the neuroendocrine cells combine traits of nerve […]

A group of chronic (long-term) disorders that negatively affect the nervous system (especially the brain) is called neurodegenerative disorders. These conditions are permanent, and they cannot be treated. It means you should get treatment for the rest of your life. That’s why the treatment goal is to ease the symptoms, prevent serious complications, and improve […]

A health condition that affects infants within the first months of life and causes defects of the brain, spine, or spinal cord is called Neural Tube Defects (NTDs). Commonly, these defects are linked with folate (folic acid) deficiency before and during pregnancy. Thus, you should make sure you have enough folate before and during pregnancy, […]

A type of mental or emotional health crisis that causes an overwhelming amount of stress, anxiety, and depression is called a nervous breakdown. It is not a medical condition, but it may seriously affect your ability to perform daily tasks. Thus, doctors will work with you to find triggers and develop a proper treatment plan. […]

A group of health conditions that appear due to pressure on a peripheral nerve is called nerve compression syndromes. One of the most common types of these disorders is carpal tunnel syndrome. However, people may also experience other conditions, including sciatica, ulnar nerve entrapment, and others. People usually experience limb weakness, numbness, pain, or tingling. […]

The medical term used to describe specific substances that cause damage to the kidneys is nephrotoxicity. In general, there are multiple types of substances that can cause damage to the kidneys and affect their function. Sometimes, it may occur after exposure to large amounts of nontoxic substances, but nephrotoxicity may happen due to exposure to […]

A disease in which the kidneys begin to release too much protein in the urine is called nephrotic syndrome. It is often caused by kidney diseases that negatively affect the small filters inside the kidneys (glomeruli). If you develop nephrotic syndrome, you may experience swelling, increased levels of protein in the urine, reduced protein in […]

A kidney disorder in which the body no longer responds to a natural hormone known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is called nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. Thus, it produces too much urine that often causes quick and dangerous (sometimes) dehydration. This condition is often inherited from biological parents, but it may also occur due to certain medicines […]

The process by which the body produces new blood vessels is called neovascularization. It may occur in multiple parts of the body, such as the eye (including the retina and cornea). In such cases, the condition is called neovascularization of the eye, and it may cause new vessels to leak and cause loss of vision. […]

A health condition in which the lower teeth do not align properly when you completely close the mouth is called malocclusion (sometimes called bad bite). Without treatment, this condition may cause tooth erosion, gum disease, and other oral health problems. In most cases, malocclusion is treated with braces and other orthodontic devices. In more severe […]