Ailments & Conditions

Overview of Multiple Myeloma and Stem Cell Transplants Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer that affects the bone marrow. It causes cancerous cells to grow quickly and dominate other blood cells, which results in symptoms like weight loss, fatigue,...

Overview of Seizures in Adults with No History A seizure occurs when there is an atypical change in the electrical activity in the brain. It may be caused by a disorder or an accident that affects the communication between neurons....

What Is Eczema? Eczema is an umbrella term for a group of disorders that leads to inflamed or itchy rashes on the skin. These include stasis dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, neurodermatitis, nummular eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, and dyshidrotic eczema. The...

Why Do Your Fingernails Turn Blue? In certain circumstances, your fingernails may turn blue due to cyanosis. This condition may happen when the blood does not transport sufficient oxygen to the tips of the fingers. It may be caused by...

What Are Rheumatoid Nodules? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune condition that leads to pain and inflammation in the joints. It commonly affects the feet, hands, and wrists. Approximately 25 percent of those with rheumatoid arthritis develop rheumatoid nodules, which...

What Is an Allergic Reaction? An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system reacts abnormally to harmless substances, such as mold, dust mites, pet dander, or pollens. During this process, the body releases chemicals like leukotrienes and histamine. This would...

What Happens When You Have Diarrhea? Diarrhea is characterized by loose, liquid, and more frequent bowel movement. It is a common health issue that would affect people many times during the year. Most cases tend to be mild and improve...

Unusual Fatigue Unusual fatigue is one of the most common signs of anemia. It is also prevalent in those who simply do not have sufficient iron in the body, even when they have not received an official diagnosis. This symptom...

Intro Do you have wake-up bloating? A morning bloating is a common digestive complaint that many people have experienced occasionally in their lifetime. Bloating is a full and tight feeling of the stomach, usually because of the built-up gas. Sometimes,...

What Is Estrogen? Estrogen is a group of hormones that the body naturally produces. While it can be found in both men and women, estrogen plays a key part in the normal reproductive and sexual functions of females. In addition,...