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Autoimmune hepatitis is an uncommon cause of persistent liver inflammation
When the body's immune system turns against the liver cells, this condition is called as autoimmune hepatitis. The exact causes of autoimmune hepatitis are unclear, however the genetic and environmental factors are considered are majorly responsible for this...
Lymphoma, a cancer of lymphatic system
Lymphoma is a cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and glands. The lymph that flows through the vessels has white blood cells known as lymphocytes. The white blood cells protect the body by fighting with...
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that silently progresses with ageing
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that occurs more in women and lesser in men who are over 50 years of age. Osteoporosis is described as a 'silent disease' as the condition has no symptoms. It is only after the bone fracture that the pain is evident. The bone fractures...
How to treat Gallstones?
Acute kidney failure – loss of kidney’s filtering ability
Acute kidney failure is a condition where the kidneys no longer filter the waste products from the blood. This condition results in accumulation of waste in the blood leading to further complications. Acute kidney failure may happen over few hours or days, and usually...
If you have a lump in your neck, it could be thyroid cancer
Thyroid is a small gland located at the base of the neck, just above the Adam's apple. It produces hormones that help in the regulation of heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and weight. When identified in the early stages, thyroid cancer is completely...
Don’t ignore discomfort or pain in chest, a sign of myocardial ischemia
Myocardial Ischemia is a condition where there is reduced blood flow and lack of oxygen supply to the heart. Myocardial Ischemia occurs when there is partial or complete blockage of heart arteries. In this condition, the heart cannot perform its normal activity of...
Cauda equina syndrome may be caused by a herniated disk, tumor, infection, fracture, or narrowing of the spinal canal
Cauda equina syndrome is a condition where the spine nerve roots are compressed. If neglected it may lead to incontinence and permanent paralysis of the legs. In Latin, cauda equina means horse's tail. The nerves at the end of the spine are spread out, to resemble a...
Cerebral atrophy is a common feature of many of the diseases that affect the brain
Cerebral atrophy is a condition where there is loss of brain cells. Loss of brain cells may happen for the entire brain or part of it. Cerebral atrophy is evident as decrease in brain mass, and loss of neurological function. Cerebral atrophy may cause seizures,...
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