Radial Tunnel Syndrome – Overview Radial Tunnel Syndrome, also known as Radial Nerve Entrapment, is a condition that occurs when the radial nerve that runs beside the bones and muscle of the forearm and elbow becomes compressed. The increased pressure on the radial nerve can cause pain in the lateral …
Read More »Gorham’s disease or Gorham’s stout – Treatment and Prognosis
Definition Gorham’s Disease, also known by the name of Disappearing Bone Disease, is an extremely uncommon medical condition of the skeletal system which does not have a specific etiology in which there is an uncontrolled proliferation of lymphatic channels within the bone causing resorption and replacement of bone fibrosis. Gorham’s …
Read More »Finger Infection – Causes, Treatment and Prevention.
Description Injury or infection to a finger or fingers is a common problem. Infection can range from mild to potentially serious. Often, these infections start out small and are relatively easy to treat. Failure to properly treat these infections can result in permanent disability or loss of the finger. Early …
Read More »Shoulder Impingement Syndrome – Causes and Diagnosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome – Definition Shoulder impingement refers to mechanical compression and/or wear of the rotator cuff tendons. The rotator cuff is actually a series of four muscles and tendons connecting the scapula (shoulder blade) to the humeral head (upper part of the arm bone). These muscles are located deep …
Read More »Cystic Hygroma or Cystic Lymphangioma – Causes and Prevention.
Cystic Hygroma – Description A cystic hygroma is a fluid-filled sac that results from a blockage in the lymphatic system. They are also known as Lymphatic Malformation (LM). It is most commonly located in the neck or head area but can be located anywhere in the body. It may be …
Read More »ADA Deficiency – Overview, Causes, and Prognosis.
ADA Deficiency – Description Adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency is an inherited disorder that damages the immune system and causes severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID). People with SCID lack virtually all immune protection from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They are prone to repeat and persistent infections that can be very serious or …
Read More »Panniculitis – Types, Causes and Treatment
Definition Panniculitis is a broad term referring to inflammation of the fatty layer underneath the skin. It is usually seen in women, on the thighs and lower legs. There are many types of panniculitis, all with different causes, but the condition generally causes the skin to feel hard and to …
Read More »Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 – Description, Causes, and Prevention.
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 – Description Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 is the most common type of diabetes. It is a chronic problem in which blood glucose (sugar) can no longer be regulated. There are two reasons for this. First, the cells of the body become resistant to insulin (insulin resistant). …
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