Autoimmune hepatitis is an uncommon cause of persistent liver inflammation

8 years ago

When the body's immune system turns against the liver cells, this condition is called as autoimmune hepatitis. The exact causes…

Lymphoma, a cancer of lymphatic system

8 years ago

Lymphoma is a cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and glands.…

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that silently progresses with ageing

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Osteoporosis is a bone disease that occurs more in women and lesser in men who are over 50 years of…

Acute kidney failure – loss of kidney’s filtering ability

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Acute kidney failure is a condition where the kidneys no longer filter the waste products from the blood. This condition…

If you have a lump in your neck, it could be thyroid cancer

8 years ago

Thyroid is a small gland located at the base of the neck, just above the Adam's apple. It produces hormones…

Don’t ignore discomfort or pain in chest, a sign of myocardial ischemia

8 years ago

Myocardial Ischemia is a condition where there is reduced blood flow and lack of oxygen supply to the heart. Myocardial…

Cauda equina syndrome may be caused by a herniated disk, tumor, infection, fracture, or narrowing of the spinal canal

8 years ago

Cauda equina syndrome is a condition where the spine nerve roots are compressed. If neglected it may lead to incontinence…

Cerebral atrophy is a common feature of many of the diseases that affect the brain

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Cerebral atrophy is a condition where there is loss of brain cells. Loss of brain cells may happen for the…

Hypothyroidism is a common disorder of the endocrine system

8 years ago

Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Thyroid is a small gland present…