Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRelated ConditionsSymptoms and SignsLong-Term EffectsTreatmentsSelf-CareDiagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Related Conditions Symptoms and Signs Long-Term Effects Treatments Self-Care Diagnosis Inflammationis the body’s natural defense against injury and infection.Chronic inflammationhappens when the body’s inflammatory response activates—sometimes even without injury or illness—and persists over months or years.When chronic inflammation persists, it can cause severe damage to the body, leading to long-term health problems such as heart disease, cancer, autoimmune disease, or diabetes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesCondition-Specific SignsTreatmentReoccurring SymptomsCancer RiskFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Condition-Specific Signs Treatment Reoccurring Symptoms Cancer Risk Frequently Asked Questions “Erythematous mucosa"is a term to describe the inflammation and redness of the inner lining of the digestive tract. Erythematous mucosa is associated with conditions such asgastritis(inflammation of the stomach lining),colitis(inflammation of the lining of the colon, or large intestine), andproctitis(inflammation of the rectum)....

Villous atrophy occurs when your intestinalvilli—the microscopic, finger-like tentacles that line the wall of your small intestine—erode away, leaving a virtually flat surface. Since your intestinal villi are responsible for absorbing the nutrients contained in the food you eat, losing them to villous atrophy can result in serious nutritional deficiencies. In the worst-case scenario with celiac disease, your villi can be completely destroyed — total villous atrophy. That’s considered Marsh Score 4, and people with that score are likely to be severely malnourished and may be at risk for lymphoma....

Ultrasound therapyhas a few known dangers and should not be used to treat certain conditions or certain parts of the body. If you have cancer, for example, if you’re pregnant, or if the injured part of your body contains a total joint replacement, the treatment may do more harm than good. If you are receiving ultrasound therapy, you should speak with your physical therapist to understand why it is being used and be sure to speak up if you feel that it should not be used for your condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffectivenessCondom TypesAffordabilityHow to UseDo’s and Don’tsCondom Alternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effectiveness Condom Types Affordability How to Use Do’s and Don’ts Condom Alternatives When used correctly and consistently,condomsremain one of the most effective tools for the prevention of pregnancy andsexually transmitted infections (STIs). This includes external (male) condoms and the less-commonly usedinternal (female) condoms. This article explains how condoms are used and their effectiveness....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How to Measure How Should a Condom Fit? Size Categories Other Considerations The correct condom size is key to not only comfort but also maximum protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancy. Wearing anexternal condomthat is too big can cause it to slip off, and wearing one that is too small can cause it to break. Condom size charts are an easy way to choose which size is best for you....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsWhat Do Genital Warts Mean?TreatmentSexual Health Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms What Do Genital Warts Mean? Treatment Sexual Health Common symptoms include small, skin-colored bumps or clusters that may be itchy or cause discomfort. In males, genital warts can appear on the penis, scrotum, or groin area, while in females, they can develop on the vulva, cervix, or vaginal walls....

Blood testing is a routine part of preventive health. We use them to monitor health and diagnose any medical problems that may occur. These tests are generally simple, with almost no risk and minimal discomfort. This article discusses the uses and types of blood tests and how to interpret the results. What Can Blood Tests Detect? When you have a blood test, a sample of blood is sent to a laboratory and tested for different cells and substances....

Confusion is not uncommon after surgery, especially in the first few hours following surgery.General anesthesia, which renders the patient unconscious for the procedure and sometimes for hours afterward, is more likely to cause confusion than other types of anesthesia. It is normal to ask questions repeatedly, forgetting that the question was asked and answered, due to anesthesia and pain medications. For most patients, this forgetfulness and confusion clears up in the first few hours after surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMedical DefinitionSymptomsCausesAs a Side EffectTreatmentComplicationsWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Medical Definition Symptoms Causes As a Side Effect Treatment Complications When to Seek Care Confusion is a common cause of hospital admission, occurring in 5% to 10% of adult emergency room visits.Sometimes, confusion comes on gradually, such as with the development of dementia. Other times, confusion occurs suddenly and in response to an immediate medical problem....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTypesSymptomsWhen Is CAH Dangerous?DiagnosisTreatmentLiving With CAHOutlookPrenatal ScreeningPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Types Symptoms When Is CAH Dangerous? Diagnosis Treatment Living With CAH Outlook Prenatal Screening Prevention Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of hereditary disorders that disrupt healthyadrenal glandfunctions. Roughly 1 in 14,000–18,000 newborns show signs of classic CAH.This rare genetic disorder is typically present at birth (congenital). Thesalt-wastingform of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can be life-threatening if not treated immediately....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention FAQs Congenital conditions and diseases are present before or at the time of the birth. About 3% to 4% of babies in the U.S. are born with acongenital conditionthat can affect their physical appearance, development, or function.There are more than 4,000 kinds of congenital conditions, ranging from minor conditions that don’t need treatment to serious ones that require medical care or surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns and SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs and Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Congenital hypothyroidism refers to a deficiency or lack of thyroid hormone that is present at birth. Genetic defects or maternal iodine deficiency can result in problems withthyroid gland developmentor with thyroid hormone production, giving rise to the condition. Usually,newborn screening testsidentify congenital hypothyroidism. While babies do not typically have signs or symptoms of hypothyroidism at birth, there may be recognizable clues that parents can look for....