Ailments & Conditions

Demodex mites are small insect-like organisms living in the skin's hair follicles. They typically look like white bumps or ticks with 8 legs. These organisms feed on dead cells on the skin. The size is often from 0.2 to...

What Is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis is a medical condition that causes the immune system to gradually damage the myelin sheath covering the spinal cord nerves and brain. It is a progressive disease, which would become worse over time. There...

Arthritis is an inflammatory condition in joints. It can be used to describe up to 100 different issues that affect your connective tissues and joints. Some of the most common types include osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and gout. Arthritis...

Appendicitis is a condition that causes the appendix to become inflamed. This disorder can be either chronic or acute. It is one of the most common causes of abdominal pain requiring surgery. If left untreated, people with appendicitis may...

Venous thrombosis happens when a blood clot occurs in the deep veins. It often affects the legs and leads to swelling or pain. Some medical conditions may be the cause of this problem. The risk is especially high after...

What Is Cataract Surgery Recovery? Cataract surgery is the most common type of eye surgery. In this procedure, eye lens are removed and replaced with artificial ones. In healthy individuals, eye lens should be clear. When a cataract happens, it...

What Is a Contracture Deformity? A contracture deformity is a condition in which connective tissues in the body become constricted, shortened, or stuff. This affects normal movements and physical activities. The disorder is typically a result of a drop in...

A transient ischemic attack or TIA, also known as a ministroke, happens when a region in your brain lacks blood flows temporarily. This leads to many symptoms similar to a stroke which would disappear in 24 hours. Fortunately, a...

Hyponatremia happens when the sodium levels in the blood are abnormally low. Since this is an important electrolyte that can regulate the amount of fluids, this health condition would lead to many health issues. It is often triggered by...

An osteophyte or a bone spur is a smooth, benign deposit that occurs along the edges of your bone. It often grows gradually over time and has no obvious symptoms. Some common parts of the body that are prone...