Ailments & Conditions

Tuberous sclerosis is a rare genetic disease that triggers noncancerous tumors in many areas of the body. Depending on the locations of the growths and levels of severity, exact symptoms can vary greatly. This condition usually occurs during childhood...

We all go through mood changes with periods of grief and deep sadness. However, when they last longer than usual or disrupt your daily lives, these can be a symptom of depression. The condition has different effects on various...

Tendonitis is the inflammation of tendons, which are thick fibrous cords that connect muscles to bones. This condition would happen anywhere in the body, but it tends to show up in your heels, wrists, knees, and shoulders. In some...

Walking pneumonia is an atypical form of pneumonia. This bacterial infection affects the lower and upper respiratory tract, thus causing some issues with your breathing pattern. It isn't as severe as other kinds of pneumonia and the cells causing...

Candidiasis or yeast infection is often caused by the overgrowth of a common type of fungus called Candida. This leads to many health issues such as painful discharge, itching, inflammation, and irritation. It tends to occur more often in...

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in the uterus. They are very common since most women would have these masses at some point in their lives. In most cases, fibroids do not lead to any significant signs, but...

Menisci are two pieces of cartilage on the knee. They work as a cushion between the thighbone and the shinbone. A torn meniscus is a common knee injury. It typically occurs when you participate in an activity that forcefully...

Sleep apnea is a health condition responsible for short periods of pauses in breathing while you are fast asleep. Individuals struggling with this condition don't get the right amount of oxygen, which results in interrupted and poor sleep quality. In...

Tourette's syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that often occurs to children from 5 to 18 years old. It is typically characterized by involuntary vocal or motor tics, which are uncontrollable and sudden movements. The severity, location, and frequency...

Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the area around the spinal cord is narrowed, which puts more pressure on nerve roots. Osteoarthritis is the main cause of this health issue. When cartilage gradually wears away, different bones will...