Symptoms and Causes

Overview Whiplash occurs when the neck experiences sudden, forceful back-and-forth movement, similar to a whip’s motion. Most commonly caused by rear-end vehicle collisions, this injury can…

Overview Obesity is a serious health condition marked by excess body fat. It’s not just about appearance—it affects overall health, raising risks for many conditions including…

Overview Vasculitis is a condition where blood vessels become inflamed. This inflammation causes vessel walls to thicken, which can narrow the passageways. When blood flow becomes…

Overview Infertility happens when a couple tries to have a baby through regular unprotected sex for at least one year without success. About one-third of cases…

What You Need to Know About Thalassemia Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that reduces hemoglobin levels in the body. Hemoglobin helps red blood cells carry…

Overview Meralgia paresthetica affects the outer thigh, causing tingling, numbness, and burning pain. This condition happens when the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve becomes compressed or pinched….

What You Need to Know Legionnaires’ disease is a severe type of pneumonia caused by legionella bacteria. People usually get infected by breathing in water or…

Overview Triple X syndrome affects approximately 1 in 1,000 females. It occurs when a female has three X chromosomes instead of the usual two. Many girls…

Overview A low sperm count occurs when there are fewer than 15 million sperm per milliliter of semen. Doctors call this condition oligospermia. When no sperm…

Overview Clubfoot is a birth condition where a baby’s foot points inward and downward due to shortened tendons. This common condition affects up to 1 in…