Introduction The pancreas is a long, flat gland that sits tucked behind the stomach in the upper abdomen. The pancreas produces enzymes that help digestion and hormones that help regulate the way human body processes sugar (glucose). Pancreatitis is inflammation in the pancreas. Pancreatitis can occur as acute — meaning it appears suddenly and lasts…
Bone spurs, or Osteophytes, are smooth, bony growths, usually near joints. They develop over time in patients with arthritis or joint damage. The feet, hands, knees and spine often develop bone spurs. A healthy lifestyle can delay symptoms like pain, stiffness, and limited motion. Medications, physical therapy, and surgery may help. In most cases, it…
Introduction Osgood-Schlatter disease is an inflammation in the area just below the knee where the tendon from the kneecap attaches to the shinbone (tibia). It is the common cause of knee pain in growing children and young teenagers. It develops mostly during growth spurts. During the growth spurts of adolescence, certain muscles and tendons grow…
Introduction Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition, characterized by an itchy, non-infectious rash on the arms and legs. It consists of small, many-sided, flat-topped, pink or purple bumps. Considered to be an autoimmune disease, it typically occurs in people over the age of 30 years. It occurs more in females than in males. People with…
Introduction Nystagmus is a condition that causes involuntary, rapid movement of one or both eyes. It often occurs with vision problems, including blurred vision. This condition is sometimes called “dancing eyes.” It is a feeling like the eyes have a mind of their own. They move up and down, side to side, or in a circle.…
Numbness in the foot may be a temporary condition or it can be the result of a chronic condition, such as diabetes. The symptom can also be progressive. In the beginning, the person starts to lose some sensation in the foot then slowly lose more and more feeling as time goes on. Feet rely on…
Introduction Nerve pain, also called neuralgia or neuropathic pain, occurs when a health condition affects the nerves that carry sensation to the brain. It is a particular type of pain that feels different from other kinds of pain. There are different types of nerve pain, including: post-herpetic — this can happen after an episode of shingles (herpes…
A stiff neck is a common problem that affects almost all people. It usually results from injuries caused by whiplash, sleeping awkwardly, having a poor posture, or stress. The neck contains muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. These work together to support the head and allow it to move in many directions. The neck may become…
Nasal allergy or allergic rhinitis is the most common symptom of allergy. It occurs in almost all people regardless of gender, age or race. Happening mostly due to external factors, climate changes play a very important role in allergic rhinitis. It is seen most predominant in rainy and cold seasons. In most cases, nasal allergy…
Muscle weakness is a lack of strength in the muscles. They may not contract or move as easily as before. Some chronic medical conditions can cause the muscles to wear out more quickly or cause a person to feel fatigued. In other cases, an infection may cause the muscles to falter. If a person has…
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