Kawasaki Disease – Symptoms and Causes
Overview Kawasaki disease is an inflammatory condition. It affects small and medium-sized blood vessels throughout the body. It primarily impacts heart arteries in children, the vessels…
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Varicocele – Symptoms and Causes
Overview A varicocele is a condition where veins inside the scrotum (the sac holding the testicles) become enlarged. These veins normally carry blood away from the…
Endometrial Cancer – Symptoms and Causes
What Is Endometrial Cancer? Endometrial cancer starts in the cells lining the uterus (the endometrium). The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ in the pelvis where…
Auditory Processing Disorder – Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder Auditory processing disorder (APD) is a unique form of hearing difficulty. It causes the brain to struggle with processing sound information. Unlike…
Fibrocystic Breasts – Symptoms and Causes
What Are Fibrocystic Breasts? Fibrocystic breasts contain tissue that feels lumpy or rope-like when touched. Medical professionals describe this as nodular or glandular breast tissue. This…
Baby Acne – Symptoms and Causes
Overview Baby acne appears as small, red bumps on a baby’s face, neck, back, or chest. It typically shows up within 2 to 4 weeks after…
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura – Symptoms and Causes
Overview IgA vasculitis (formerly called Henoch-Schonlein purpura) is a condition where small blood vessels become inflamed and leak. This inflammation affects vessels in the skin, joints,…
Actinic Keratosis – Symptoms and Causes
Overview Sun-damaged skin spots are rough, scaly patches that form after years of sun exposure. They commonly appear on the face, lips, ears, forearms, scalp, neck,…
Fecal Incontinence – Symptoms and Causes
What Is Fecal Incontinence? Fecal incontinence happens when a person accidentally passes solid or liquid stool. This can occur when someone feels a sudden need to…
Breast Cysts – Symptoms and Causes
Breast Cyst Information Breast cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form in the breast tissue. They are typically harmless and don’t pose serious health risks. Many women…