Allergy syndrome can well be regarded as one of the common medical conditions that almost every individual encounter once in a while. Allergies can happen due to different conditions. Without proper diagnosis, the actual reason behind allergic reactions cannot be sorted out. Allergy Syndrome – A definition Allergy syndrome mainly […]
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Parkinson’s Disease : Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disorder that causes uncontrollable movements in the hands, the arms the face and progresses to the legs. This condition is not reversible and gets progressively worse over time. The disease was first discovered by, James Parkinson in England in the year […]
Tourette Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Tourette Syndrome (TS) is something of an enigma. Even the best doctors are left scratching their heads, as very little is known about its causes, and there isn’t much that can be done as far as treatment is concerned. TS ranges in severity, and its symptoms are wide-ranging. <Image Credit> […]
Pilonidal Abscess: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
What is a Pilonidal abscess? Fig 1:- Pilonidal Abscess A Pilonidal abscess is a lesion located at the bottom of the tailbone region. (See Figure 1) A cyst forms and filled with pus and fluid turning into a boil. They are more common in men than in women and tend […]
Plaque Psoriasis – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Plaque Psoriasis? Plaque psoriasis is a very common form of psoriasis where the skin becomes red, flaky and develops silver colored scales. This type of psoriasis affects approximately 2 to 3 % of the population. It generally comes on between the ages of 15 and 25. It is […]
Ringworm – Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
Ringworm has nothing to do with a worm. Quite simply put, it is a fungal infection of the skin and gets its name from the shape of the rash that accompanies it. (See Figure 1)The rash forms small raised red circles in the groin, armpit and areas of the body […]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
For people with undiagnosed and untreated obstructive sleep apnea, daily life can be a struggle as they battle lethargy and have trouble focusing and thinking clearly. This can go on for years – or for the rest of their lives. Sleep apnea is a relatively easy disorder for professionals to […]
