Symptoms and Causes

What Is Folliculitis? Folliculitis is a skin problem where hair follicles become inflamed and look like small bumps or pimples. This condition often stems from bacterial…

Understanding Bunions A bunion appears as a bony bump at the base of the big toe joint. This happens when bones in the front of the…

Overview Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a condition that develops in children when their mothers consume alcohol during pregnancy. This condition is part of fetal alcohol…

Overview Endometriosis is a health condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. This misplaced tissue commonly develops in the pelvic region,…

Understanding the Disorder Depersonalization-derealization disorder creates persistent feelings of observing yourself from outside your body or sensing that your surroundings aren’t real. These sensations can feel…

Overview ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome) is a complex condition characterized by severe fatigue lasting at least six months. This fatigue gets worse with physical or…

Understanding Restless Legs Syndrome Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, causes strong urges to move the legs, along with uncomfortable sensations. These symptoms…

Overview Corns and calluses form as protective, thick, hardened skin layers in response to friction or pressure. They typically develop on feet, toes, hands, and fingers….

Overview Scarlatina, also known as scarlet fever, is a bacterial condition that may develop in individuals with strep throat. This illness is marked by a distinctive…

What Is a Baker’s Cyst? A Baker’s cyst is a fluid-filled pocket that forms behind the knee joint. This condition, also known as a popliteal cyst,…