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A complicated condition that causes extreme fatigue for at least 6 months is called chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) or myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). The symptoms usually worsen with mental or physical activity and do not improve completely with rest. Healthcare providers do not know the exact cause of CFS but believe multiple factors are involved. Furthermore, […]

An exercise-induced nerve and pain condition that causes swelling, pain, and disability (sometimes) in the negatively affected muscles of the arms or legs is called chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS). While anyone may develop this syndrome, it mostly occurs in young adult runners and athletes who engage in activities that require repetitive impact. Sometimes, this […]

If you cough for at least 8 weeks in adults or 4 weeks in children, it is considered you have a chronic cough. While it may not seem serious, it may cause multiple problems, including extreme tiredness, sleeping problems, vomiting, lightheadedness, and even break a rib. In most cases, this condition occurs due to asthma […]

A liver disease that happens in late pregnancy is called cholestasis of pregnancy or intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy. It usually causes intense itching on the hands and feet, but it may also happen on other body parts as well. Moreover, itching occurs without a rash. This condition may make you feel very uncomfortable. However, it […]

A bacterial condition that usually spreads to humans through contaminated water is called cholera. It causes severe diarrhea and dehydration, and left untreated can be fatal within a few hours. While in industrialized countries cholera is eliminated, it continues to exist in Africa, Southeast Asia, and other regions. Moreover, the risk of getting cholera significantly […]

A condition that leads to swelling and inflammation of the spaces inside the head and nose (also known as sinuses) is called chronic sinusitis. Usually, this health condition lasts 12 weeks or longer, despite following treatment. This is a common disease that prevents the mucus from draining, which causes a stuffy nose, breathing problems, and […]

A brain disorder that is usually caused by repeated head injuries is called chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). It often causes degeneration (death of the brain’s nerve cells) that worsens over time. The only way to confirm this condition is after death, during the autopsy of the brain. This condition occurs quite rarely, and experts do […]

A health condition that is marked by blood vessel inflammation is called Churg-Strauss syndrome. Inflammation causes reduced blood flow to different body structures and organs. Limiting blood flow to organs and tissues may lead to permanent damage (sometimes). In some cases, this condition is called eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA). The most common symptom of […]

Pain caused by reduced blood flow to the muscles during physical exercise is called claudication. In most cases, it happens in the legs after walking at a certain pace, depending on the severity of the health problem. Sometimes, this condition is called intermittent claudication because the pain is not constant. In mild cases, the pain […]

Splits or openings in the upper lip, palate (roof of the mouth), or both are called cleft lip and cleft palate. This condition occurs when the upper lip and palate do not close completely in the baby during pregnancy. Furthermore, cleft lip and palate are considered common birth defects that may happen on their own […]