What is Pilonidal cyst? A pilonidal cyst is an abnormal pocket in the skin that usually contains hair and skin debris. A pilonidal cyst is almost always located near the tailbone at the top of the cleft of the buttocks. Pilonidal cysts usually occur when hair punctures the skin and …
Read More »Interstitial Cystitis – Risk Factors, Symptoms and Treatment.
Definition Interstitial cystitis or bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS), the lining of the bladder is constantly irritated, causing pain during urination and urinary frequency. It is not certain why individuals have IC/BPS, but it is thought to be due to chronic inflammation of the bladder, possibly from defects in the inside …
Read More »Iliotibial Band Syndrome – Definition, Treatment, and Prevention.
Definition Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is a common knee injury that usually presents with pain and/or tenderness on palpation of the lateral aspect of the knee, superior to the joint line and inferior to the lateral femoral epicondyle. It is considered a non-traumatic overuse injury and is often concomitant with the underlying weakness …
Read More »Capgras Syndrome- Definition, Causes, and Treatment
Definition Capgras syndrome is a psychological condition that is characterized by a belief that a particular person has been replaced by an imposter. This bizarre belief may lead one to acrimoniously accuse a friend or spouse of being “a fake” or an “imposter” of the actual person. As you can …
Read More »Migraine – Causes, Pathophysiology, and Treatment.
Description A migraine is a neurological condition that causes a severe or a moderate headache on one side of the head with throbbing pain. This headache may radiate towards the forehead or temple, eyes and makes a person to develop nausea, vomiting, vision problems, and sensitivity to normal light or …
Read More »Hydrocele – Definition, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments.
Definition A hydrocele is a sac filled with fluid that forms around a testicle. This occurs when the fluid collects in the thin sheath surrounding a testicle. Hydroceles are most common in babies and usually disappears without treatment by age 1. Older boys and adult men can develop a hydrocele …
Read More »Degenerative Disc Disease – Definition, Types, and Prevention.
Definition Degenerative disc disease is not actually a disease but a term used to describe the normal changes in your spinal discs as you age. Spinal discs are soft, compressible discs that separate the interlocking bones also known as vertebrae that make up the spine. The discs act as shock …
Read More »Biotin Deficiency – Causes, Risk factors, and Medications.
Introduction Biotin deficiency is a rare nutritional disease which can become serious when not properly treated. Vitamin B7 is available in several food sources. Intestinal fauna synthesizes fair amounts of this nutrient. Low circulating levels of the vitamin B7 occurs in certain specific health conditions. Biotin inadequacy can result in …
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