Symptoms and Causes

Understanding Pituitary Tumors Pituitary tumors grow in the pea-sized pituitary gland located at the base of the brain behind the nose. These growths are grouped into…

Overview MGUS stands for monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance. This condition occurs when an unusual protein appears in the blood. Doctors call this unusual protein “monoclonal…

What Is End-Stage Renal Disease? End-stage renal disease happens when your kidneys stop working well enough to keep you alive. This serious condition develops after chronic…

Overview Schizotypal personality disorder marks a person as unusual or isolated, with limited close connections. They struggle to grasp relationship dynamics. People with this condition typically…

Overview The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. It’s a strong, fibrous cord located at the back of your lower leg. When…

Overview Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome is a congenital heart condition present from birth. In this condition, the heart has an extra electrical pathway between its upper and…

Overview Absence seizures are short periods when a person suddenly loses awareness. They typically last a few seconds, during which the person may stare blankly. These…

Overview Abusive head trauma in infants, often called shaken baby syndrome, occurs when a baby is violently shaken. This dangerous form of child abuse can cause…

Understanding Kidney Function and Issues The kidneys work as powerful filtering systems in your body. Inside each kidney are filtering units called nephrons. Each nephron contains…

Overview Essential tremor is a neurological condition that causes uncontrollable, rhythmic shaking. This trembling most commonly affects the hands, especially during simple activities like drinking from…