General description Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects speech and behavior. “Neurodevelopment” denotes a connection between…
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General description An itchy and occasionally lumpy rash, known as hives, forms on the surface of the skin. Medications and…
Dilation and curettage (D&C) is a medical procedure to remove tissue from the uterus. The procedure involves dilating the cervix…
What is Cushing’s syndrome? Cushing’s syndrome, also known as hypercortisolism, is a rare condition that occurs when the body is…
C-reactive protein, or CRP, is a protein produced in the liver in response to inflammation. It is a marker of…
Hyponatremia, also known as low blood sodium, is a condition in which the concentration of sodium in the blood is…
A nosebleed, also known as epistaxis, is a common phenomenon in which blood drips from the nose. Although it can…
Hiccups are involuntary spasms of the diaphragm muscle that can cause a sudden, high-pitched sound and can sometimes be annoying.…
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsils, are small, white or yellowish clumps of calcified masses that form in the crevices…
Scabies is a skin infestation caused by a microscopic mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. The mites burrow into the skin and…
Ringworm is a common fungal infection that affects the skin, scalp, and nails. It is not caused by a worm,…
Pyuria is a condition characterized by elevated levels of white blood cells or pus in the urine. The following article…