Diseases and Conditions

Progeria, also known as Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS) or Benjamin Button disease, is a rare genetic condition that causes children to age rapidly. Affected [...]

Scabies is a contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites called Sarcoptes scabiei. These eight-legged critters burrow into the upper layer of your skin, where they lay [...]

Bowen's disease, also known as squamous cell carcinoma in situ, is a type of skin cancer that affects the upper layer (epidermis) of the skin. It is important to be [...]

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, also known as Hashimoto's disease, is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland. [...]

Obesity is a chronic disease characterized by excess body fat that puts your health at risk. It's a complex condition that affects nearly every system in your body and [...]

Burning mouth syndrome is a chronic pain condition that affects the mouth, causing a burning sensation on the tongue, roof of the mouth, gums, lips, or throat. This condition [...]

Bradycardia is a condition where your heart beats slower than normal, usually less than 60 beats per minute. While it may not always cause problems, it's essential to [...]

A hiatal hernia occurs when a part of your stomach pushes up through the diaphragm, the muscular wall that separates your chest from your abdomen. This condition can cause [...]

Neuromyelitis optica (NMO), also known as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) or Devic disease, is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the eyes and spinal cord. [...]

Fish and shellfish are an important part of a healthy diet, providing high-quality protein, essential nutrients, and omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients are crucial for [...]