Symptoms and Causes

Overview Vascular dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It’s caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, which damages and eventually kills…

Understanding Low Blood Sugar Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in people with diabetes happens when blood glucose levels drop too low, typically below 70 mg/dL. This condition…

Overview Progeria, also called Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome, is an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes rapid aging in children. Affected children typically appear normal at birth,…

Dumping syndrome occurs when food moves too quickly from the stomach to the small intestine after eating, causing a range of unpleasant symptoms. This condition most…

Understanding Head Lice Head lice are small insects that live on the human scalp and feed on blood. They’re most common in children and spread easily…

Overview Soft tissue sarcoma is a rare cancer that develops in the body’s connective tissues, including muscles, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons, and joint linings. These…

Overview Interstitial lung disease (ILD) refers to a group of conditions that cause inflammation and scarring in the lungs. This scarring makes lung tissue thicker and…

Overview Lipomas are benign, slow-growing fatty lumps that develop between the skin and muscle layer. These soft, doughy masses are moveable under the skin and typically…

Overview Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate, is a condition that becomes more common as you get older. The prostate gland, which…

What Are Tonic-Clonic Seizures? Tonic-clonic seizures are a type of seizure that causes loss of consciousness and strong muscle movements. These seizures were formerly known as…