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Blood Group

The human blood consists of liquid called plasma that comprises white and red blood cells, and platelets. The antibodies and antigens present in the blood help to identify one’s blood group. The proteinaceous substance inside the plasma is called antibodies.

7 Aug 2017

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis Epidemiology

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a condition in which the epiphysis covering the femoral head in pre-adolescence and adolescence slips posterior relative to the femoral neck. The incidence in the US is 10.8 per 100,000 children per year, but varies from as low as 0.71 to 10.8 in different studies.

4 Aug 2017

What is Molluscum Contagiosum?

Molluscum contagiosum represents a superficial viral infection of the skin that is most commonly seen in children and young adults. Caused by the Molluscum contagiosum virus, this disease typically presents as smooth, small, flesh-colored and dome-shaped protrusions on the skin with a central indentation (umbilication).

4 Aug 2017

Cystic Fibrosis and Infertility

Cystic fibrosis is an illness best known for causing frequent lung infections and chronic breathing problems. However, it affects organs and tissues throughout the body, including the urogenital system.

4 Aug 2017

Simple Versus Complex Phobias

Phobias represent significant types of anxiety disorder, defined as an excessive and irrational fears experienced by an individual. A person with a phobia becomes panicky when encountering the source of fear, which can be a place, incident, situation or an object. The phobia is usually linked to something specific, unlike general anxiety disorder.

4 Aug 2017

Gene Therapy as a Potential Cure for Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disease caused by mutations of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene. The CFTR gene encodes an ion channel protein that is involved in the transport of salts across cell membranes. Any of dozens of different mutations of the gene can lead to the development of cystic fibrosis.

3 Aug 2017

Oral Thrush (Candidiasis) Treatment

The appropriate treatment for oral thrush will depend on the specific patient case and the likely cause of the condition.

3 Aug 2017

Lung Transplantation for Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a life-limiting disease caused by a defect in a gene responsible for transporting salts in and out of cells. It causes symptoms and complications throughout the body. The most serious problems caused by the disease affect the lungs. A thick, sticky mucus clogs the lungs, obstructing airways and promoting frequent lung infections. Lung transplantation is one option for increasing survival in people with cystic fibrosis.

3 Aug 2017

Oral Candidiasis (Oral Thrush)

Oral candidiasis, commonly known as oral thrush, is a fungal infection that occurs inside the mouth. It is not contagious and in most cases can be treated with a simple course of topical antifungal medication applied directly to the affected area in the mouth.

3 Aug 2017

Peyronie's Disease Treatment and Prognosis

Peyronie’s disease represents a progressive, multifactorial condition of the penis characterized by development of fibrotic penile plaques and penile deformity.

3 Aug 2017

Peyronie's Disease Symptoms

Peyronie’s disease is epitomized by fibroblast proliferation in the tunica albuginea (a fascial structure in the penis), giving rise to a thick fibrous plaque that may result in pain, pathological penile curvature, as well as erectile dysfunction. Although trauma is considered a major causative factor, it is unlikely to be the sole culprit. The exact pathophysiological mechanisms that lead to aforementioned fibrosis and scarring are still a matter of debate.

3 Aug 2017

Peyronie's Disease Diagnosis

Peyronie’s Disease is a common, sexually debilitating fibrosing disorder of the penis that results in plaque formation and subsequent penile deformity. Once considered a rare condition, it can be found in up to 13% of men, with negative consequences on psychosocial and sexual functioning of affected men and their partners.

3 Aug 2017

Peyronie's Disease Causes

Peyronie’s disease represents a localized connective tissue disorder of the penis, which subsequently results in a penile deformity (manifesting as grave curvature of the erect penis). A substantial percentage of individuals with this condition have erectile dysfunction, while others suffer from such severe fibrosis that sexual intercourse is practically impossible.

3 Aug 2017

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) Causes

A slipped capital femoral epiphysis is a condition in which the epiphysis over the head of the femur slips outward and backwards, putting the hip joint in outward rotation and altering the relation of the femoral neck and head.

3 Aug 2017

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE): Stable and Unstable

A slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a condition in which the head of the femur separates from the adjacent growth plate or epiphysis at the upper end of the femur.

3 Aug 2017

Hyperacusis Treatments

Hyperacusis refers to an increased sensitivity to and reduced tolerance of everyday sounds that people would not usually find uncomfortable.

3 Aug 2017

Hyperacusis Symptoms

Hyperacusis is the term used to describe an intolerance to everyday sounds that causes discomfort, distress and even pain. The condition varies significantly, with some people finding it a minor nuisance and others finding it has a major impact on their life and day-to-day activities.

3 Aug 2017

Actinic Cheilitis Prevention

Actinic cheilitis is a condition in which the lips are damaged, particularly the vermilion border of the lip, as a result of extensive exposure to the sun.

3 Aug 2017

Cystic Fibrosis Evolution

Cystic fibrosis is the most common genetic disease among people of European descent. It is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by a mutation of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. When a child inherits two copies of the mutated gene, the cystic fibrosis disease develops. People who have just one copy of the mutation are carriers, and are generally not affected by symptoms of cystic fibrosis.

3 Aug 2017