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A condition in which scarring of the lung tissue occurs is called pulmonary fibrosis (PF). It affects the ability of the lungs to expand and get enough oxygen to the body. While it may occur due to certain medicines, environmental factors, or autoimmune diseases, in some cases, doctors cannot determine what exactly causes it. Usually, […]

A congenital heart defect that is present in newborns at birth, in which the functional pulmonary valve is missing, is called pulmonary atresia. Normally, the pulmonary valve helps blood get into the pulmonary artery, which then goes to the lungs, where it gets fresh oxygen. When this valve develops improperly or is missing, the blood […]

A health condition in which the arteries that carry blood to the child’s lungs to get fresh oxygen is called pulmonary artery stenosis (narrowing). It also puts extra strain on the heart muscle. Without treatment, this condition can lead to heart failure and other issues throughout the body. However, this condition can be treated with […]

A type of pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries) that negatively affects the small blood vessels in the lungs, making them narrower, is called pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Usually, people do not have any symptoms until the condition advances. In general, it is quite difficult to diagnose this condition, and doctors often […]

A condition in which the abnormal bone growth in the middle or inner ear affects the sound’s ability to travel is called otosclerosis. Depending on the severity of the condition, people can develop mild, moderate, or severe hearing loss. Healthcare professionals usually recommend the following treatments for people with otosclerosis. These include hearing aids, cochlear […]

The medical term used to describe ear drainage is otorrhea. This is a condition that may happen due to trauma or an ear infection (including otitis media, swimmer’s ear, and others). In some cases, otorrhea may indicate a more serious health condition, especially if it occurs after a head injury. The treatment for this condition […]

A health condition that causes the body not to produce an enzyme that protects it from a buildup of toxic ammonia is called OTC deficiency. This enzyme is known as ornithine transcarbamylase, and it helps get rid of ammonia that appears when the body breaks down proteins. If this substance accumulates in the blood, it […]

A health condition in which the bones become weakened is called osteomalacia. It often occurs due to vitamin D deficiency. While the most common symptom is bone pain, it may also cause muscle weakness and stiffness. Commonly, doctors treat this condition with vitamin D supplements. Normally, the body needs vitamin D to absorb Calcium and […]

A genetic disorder that causes your bones to become weak, thin, and brittle is called osteogenesis imperfecta (also known as brittle bone disease). Those who develop it may easily break their bones, even with little or no force can break them. Sometimes, osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) may cause a curved spine, muscle weakness, difficulty breathing, and […]

The medical term that means one or multiple organs are failing to work properly is known as organ failure. This condition occurs in people differently, such as suddenly or gradually. When a vital organ fails, people need life support or an organ transplant. Essential organs include the liver, kidneys, heart, brain, lungs, and small intestine. […]