Diseases and Conditions

Lynch syndrome is a genetic condition that increases a person's risk of developing certain types of cancer, particularly colorectal cancer. It is caused by inherited [...]

When traveling to higher elevations, it's important to be aware of altitude sickness, also known as mountain sickness. This condition can affect anyone, regardless of [...]

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and highly contagious virus that infects the respiratory tract of most children before they reach the age of two. While RSV [...]

If you find a tick attached to your skin, don't panic. Removing a tick is a straightforward process that doesn't require any old wives' tales like burning it [...]

Trichomoniasis, also known as trich, is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a tiny parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Anyone who is sexually active can [...]

Motor neuron diseases are a group of conditions that affect the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movements. These diseases cause the gradual [...]

Apert syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of a baby's skull. Children born with this condition have an abnormally shaped head and face, and [...]

When you have diabetes, sick days can be more challenging than just dealing with a runny nose or a cough. Illnesses like colds, the flu, or any condition that causes vomiting [...]

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a serious lung condition that occurs when fluid builds up in the tiny air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs, preventing oxygen from [...]

Leptospirosis is a rare bacterial infection that humans can contract from animals. The disease is spread through the urine of infected animals, particularly dogs, rodents, [...]