Symptoms and Causes

Understanding Aortic Problems Aortic dissection happens when the inner layer of the aorta (the body’s main artery) tears. Blood flows through this tear, forcing apart the…

Overview Norovirus is a highly contagious illness that causes sudden, severe vomiting and diarrhea. People typically develop symptoms 12 to 48 hours after exposure, with illness…

Overview Prader-Willi syndrome is an uncommon genetic disorder that affects multiple body systems, causing physical, mental, and behavioral challenges. One distinctive feature is hyperphagia—a constant feeling…

About Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a slow-growing cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. It targets lymphocytes, which are white blood…

Overview Giardia infection treatments include several effective medications that can eliminate the parasites from the body. Common prescription drugs include: Some patients may need to try…

What is Polycystic Kidney Disease? Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a genetic condition where fluid-filled sacs called cysts develop primarily in the kidneys. These cysts can…

Overview Vaginal inflammation requires proper treatment based on the specific cause. Several treatment approaches are available: Most treatments take 3-7 days to resolve symptoms fully. For…

Understanding Intestinal Blockages The small intestine and colon work together as key parts of your digestive system. These organs process food and absorb nutrients. Whatever isn’t…

Overview Adenomyosis happens when the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows into the muscular wall of the uterus itself. This displaced tissue continues to function…

Overview The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that carries signals between the spinal cord and the shoulder, arm, and hand. Injuries to this nerve…