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A toxic protein that comes from castor plant seeds is called ricin. When people eat these seeds, it may lead to a rare condition called ricin poisoning. Furthermore, ricin can be used for criminal purposes, but it is not common either. In general, this condition is very treatable, and most people survive. Symptoms People with […]

A movement disorder in which the affected person has a strong urge to move the legs while resting is called restless legs syndrome (RLS). Those who develop RLS may also experience sensations such as itching, pulling, crawling, or throbbing. Unfortunately, this disorder cannot be cured, but there are some treatments available that help ease the […]

A health condition in which there is not enough oxygen or too much carbon dioxide in the body is called respiratory failure. While it may occur all at once (acute), it may also come over time (chronic). In general, there are multiple health conditions that can cause it. However, the acute form of respiratory failure […]

A condition in which a person has too much acid in the blood, caused by a kidney problem, is called renal tubular acidosis (RTA). In general, there are 3 types of this disorder. While some people may develop it due to some medicines, others may experience it due to autoimmune or genetic disorders. In most […]

A genetic disorder that occurs quite rarely and causes medical, behavioral, and intellectual problems is called Phelan-McDermid Syndrome (PMS). Usually, people begin to experience symptoms early in life that range from mild to severe. For example, muscle weakness, seizures, developmental delays, speech problems, certain physical features, and others. Furthermore, some people may develop autism spectrum […]

A health condition that negatively affects the brain, heart, arteries, and eyes in children and causes hemangiomas (noncancerous or benign growths on the skin made of blood vessels) is called PHACE syndrome. Usually, hemangiomas appear on the child’s neck and face. Furthermore, this disorder can cause severe symptoms and life-threatening complications. Do not avoid visiting […]

A genetic health condition that causes polyps and dark-colored spots on different parts of the body is called Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS). It also significantly increases the risk of certain cancer types, but when these spots and polyps appear, they are noncancerous (benign). Furthermore, the spots that appear in children with this disorder usually fade over […]

Any health condition that negatively affects the nerves located outside the brain and spinal cord is known as peripheral neuropathy. Therefore, there are multiple reasons that may cause this condition, including infections, trauma, inherited disorders, and others. While multiple forms of peripheral neuropathy are treatable, their severity can vary from one person to another. In […]

A type of cardiomyopathy that occurs only in the last month of pregnancy or within 5 months after delivery is called peripartum cardiomyopathy (PC). Generally, this disorder causes a weakness of the heart muscle. Furthermore, if you leave this condition untreated, it may lead to heart failure and even death. Extreme tiredness (fatigue), heart palpitations, […]

A disease in which the organs or tissue push through the pelvic floor muscles into the abdominal cavity is called a perineal hernia. People are usually at increased risk of this condition after pelvic surgery. However, injuries and pregnancy can also cause a perineal hernia. The most common symptom of this disorder is pain that […]