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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 […]

A rare genetic disorder that causes bone overgrowth is called Weaver syndrome. People with this condition are frequently very tall and may have specific facial features (such as wide-set eyes). Some of them may also develop intellectual or physical disabilities. However, people with Weaver syndrome can live healthy lives despite the inability to cure the […]

A health condition in which the stomach lining begins to bleed and then causes stripes similar to those on a watermelon is called watermelon stomach or gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE). These stripes cannot be seen unless your doctor looks inside the stomach with an endoscope (a long and flexible tube with a camera on […]

A rare health condition that causes blood vessels in the adrenal glands to rupture is called Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome (WFS). One of the most common causes of this syndrome is an infection. If you develop this syndrome and do not get immediate treatment, it may lead to death. Healthcare professionals usually treat this syndrome with antibiotics, […]