General

Sometimes, people may develop tongue problems. These include a tongue that is painful, enlarged, swollen, or has an unusual color, such as white, yellow, brown, or black. While there are some congenital (present at birth) conditions (including inflammation, infections, and other conditions) that may cause problems with this muscle, problems with the tongue may sometimes […]

A serious health condition in which one or more blood clots develop in the blood vessels or heart is called thrombosis. These blood clots can reduce or even block blood flow to multiple structures and organs in the body. Moreover, a blood clot may break and travel to other parts of the body and get […]

A movement condition that develops when you administer antipsychotic medications or other types of medicines is called tardive dyskinesia (TD). Once it occurs, there is no treatment that can reverse this condition. That’s why the treatment goal is to reduce the symptoms and improve your quality of life. Sometimes, people may develop TD years after […]

A group of infections caused by a genus of bacteria known as Staphylococcus is called Staphylococcal (Staph) infections. In general, there are more than 30 strains of this bacterium. Moreover, one of the most common pathogens (an organism that causes disease) is Staphylococcus aureus. It is recommended to see a doctor if you experience any […]

A condition in which ligaments around one or more joints are torn or stretched is called a sprain. In most cases, it occurs due to falls and participating in contact sports. If you get a mild sprain, it can be managed at home with the RICE method, but in severe cases, you may need to […]

A genetic condition in which muscles become weakened is called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). In general, there are 5 subtypes of SMA that range in severity and age of onset. While this disorder cannot be cured, there are multiple treatments that can help ease the symptoms and improve your quality of life. This condition causes […]

A health condition in which damage to the spinal cord occurs is known as spinal cord injury (SCI). Generally, the spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that links the brain with the rest of the body. When damage to these nerves occurs, it may cause problems with sensory signals and control over muscle movement. […]

The most common type of cerebral palsy is known as spastic cerebral palsy. It is a condition that causes muscle stiffness and involuntary muscle movements. Usually, it affects muscles in the legs, arms, and face either independently or together. However, there are some treatments that may help reduce the symptoms. In other words, this condition […]

A developmental disorder that is caused by a chromosome deletion is called Smith-Magenis syndrome. It negatively affects children’s ability to fall and stay asleep, behavior, and ability to learn. Unfortunately, there is no way to cure this syndrome, but treatment may lessen the symptoms and improve your child’s quality of life. The most common symptoms […]

Health conditions that negatively affect the skin are called skin diseases. The most common symptoms of these disorders are rashes and inflammation. While some occur due to genetic mutations, others may result from specific lifestyle factors. Physicians usually treat these conditions with medicines, creams, ointments, and lifestyle changes. In general, the skin is a large […]