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Hemochromatosis is a disease condition characterised by an excess amount of iron in the body. Hemochromatosis is also known as iron overload. In this condition, the intestine absorbs more iron than the adequate amount, which becomes toxic to the body. The excess…
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Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (or Hashimoto’s disease) is a form of thyroiditis (thyroid gland inflammation) that causes hypothyroidism. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition where antibodies attack the cells of the thyroid gland. This…
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The flu vaccine, also the influenza vaccine, is a vaccine that gives individual protection against four influenza viruses. The vaccine is mostly given as shots (injections) in the arm; hence it is sometimes called flu shots. The flu vaccine is also available as nasal…
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD), also called chronic kidney failure, is a condition that results in the decline of kidney function over a long period. It is a slow, gradual and progressive kidney disease condition. If left unchecked, chronic kidney failure could…
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Atelectasis is a common lung condition that involves a total or partial collapse of the lungs due to the deflation of the alveoli. The presence of fluid in the alveoli could also lead to Atelectasis. Atelectasis usually occurs on one side (unilaterally)…
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Zika virus is mostly transmitted to humans by mosquito bites, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. When infected with this virus, the vast majority of people show no symptoms. Yet, some individuals have reported experiencing slight fever, rash, and…
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Nodules that are solid or filled with fluid can form inside your thyroid gland, a tiny gland found at the base of your neck, right above your breastbone. Thyroid nodules are very common, but only a small fraction are cancerous. Thus, most thyroid nodules are harmless…
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Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium called Treponema pallidum. It is extremely contagious and transmitted through contact with syphilitic sores called chancres which develop in, on, or around the mouth, penis…
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Swollen lymph nodes, also called lymphadenopathy or lymphadenitis, occur due to an infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Viral infections, such as the common cold, are the most common causes of swollen lymph nodes.
Lymphadenopathy is more noticeable…
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune ailment that causes joint inflammation. It can affect any joint but mainly occurs in the small joints of the wrists, hands, and fingers.
The pain from RA is often worse at night and during cold weather. It may be…