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A disorder that causes open sores in the stomach lining or duodenum (the top part of the small bowel) is called peptic ulcer disease (PUD). The most common symptoms include burning or gnawing stomach pain. While most people develop peptic ulcer disease due to NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and H. pylori infection, it may also […]

A common allergy that occurs when the immune system overreacts to an antibiotic called Penicillin is called penicillin allergy. Usually, people who develop it experience the following symptoms. For example, skin rash, swelling, and difficulty breathing, but may also experience other symptoms. Sometimes, an allergic reaction can be a medical emergency, which means the affected […]

A health condition in which the muscles in the pelvic area become weakened and cause one or more organs to sag is called pelvic organ prolapse (POP). These include the vagina, uterus, bladder, and rectum. However, if you develop a severe form of pelvic organ prolapse, an organ can bulge onto another organ or even […]

A condition that affects the ability to relax and coordinate pelvic floor muscles to poop is called pelvic floor dysfunction. It often causes straining to poop, urine or stool leakage, frequent urination, or constipation. However, this condition is treatable, and doctors often recommend physical therapy and medicines. Generally, this is a common condition that involves […]

A systemic health condition caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3) is called pellagra. It negatively affects all body structures and organs, and without treatment, it can be fatal. In most cases, people develop pellagra due to a lack of vitamin B3 in their diet (also called primary pellagra). It often occurs in poor […]

A health condition that causes sudden and intense pain in the shoulder and upper arm, followed by muscle weakness, is called Parsonage-Turner syndrome (PTS). While it may last a few days, in some cases, these symptoms can last for weeks or even months. Furthermore, there are multiple treatment options that help ease pain and muscle […]

A rare congenital (present at birth) vascular disorder that causes a tangled cluster of irregular blood vessels is called Parkes Weber Syndrome. However, some people may also develop port wine and one limb that is larger than the other. Furthermore, several complications of this disorder can be life-threatening. Usually, the disease can be slowed with […]

A disorder in which disruptive behaviors or events negatively affect your sleep is called parasomnia. When it occurs, people may walk, talk, or make physical movements to act out a dream. Some people may wake up in fear or be unable to move. In general, there are some treatment options available to address this condition […]

A group of infectious diseases that spread between humans and animals is called zoonotic diseases (also known as zoonoses). These conditions are often caused by bacteria, parasites, viruses, fungi, and prions. People usually get infected this these diseases when they come in contact with infected body fluids, animal bites, drink contaminated water, or eat infected […]

A rare health condition that causes tumors known as gastrinomas to develop in the pancreas or intestine is called Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (ZES). Therefore, tumors produce and release a hormone called gastrin that triggers an overproduction of gastric acid. When stomach acid becomes too much, it may cause ulcers and other serious complications. Moreover, some types […]