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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentLiving with HCM Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Living with HCM Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy(HCM) is a relatively common condition in which the heart muscle becomes thick and unable to pump blood normally. Most people with HCM do not have symptoms or find the condition interferes with daily life. People with symptomatic HCM typically experience shortness of breath, chest pain, and abnormal heart rhythms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHypertropia SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hypertropia Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment This condition does not disappear on its own and requires treatment. The most common ways to treat it are with glasses, patches, vision therapy, or surgery. Earlier detection and treatment are associated with better outcomes for people with hypertropia. StrabismusStrabismus is a condition where the eyes do not line up with one another, meaning one eye is turned in a direction that is different from the other eye....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHyphema SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hyphema Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Hyphema is the medical term for bleeding in the anterior chamber of the eye—the space between the cornea and theiris. Most often a hyphema is the result of aninjury such as a blow to the eye, although there are a number of diseases and conditions that can increase the risk of a spontaneous hyphema....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis and Coping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis and Coping Also known as “alarm clock headache,” hypnic headache is a rare disorder in whichheadachesarise only while you’re sleeping. Varying in intensity, attacks of this condition disrupt sleep, last up to four hours after waking, and occur often: 10 or more times a month. The diagnosis of hypnic headaches can be challenging, and treatment approaches vary....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAlbuminCauses of HypoalbuminemiaSymptoms of Low AlbuminDiagnosisTreatmentFoodsComplicationsOutlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Albumin Causes of Hypoalbuminemia Symptoms of Low Albumin Diagnosis Treatment Foods Complications Outlook Hypoalbuminemiais a bloodalbuminlevel of less than 3.5 grams per deciliter (g/dL). It often occurs as a result of a serious underlying medical condition, such as kidney, liver, or heart failure. Albumin is the most abundant protein in the bloodstream....

Key TakeawaysHypochlorous acid is a trending skincare ingredient that is gentle enough for sensitive skin.Hypocholorous acid is an anti-inflammatory compound that could be great for eczema relief, wound care, and scar management.There’s little evidence to prove its effectiveness for treating acne, but dermatologists say it could reduce bacteria on the skin.A powerful ingredient used in disinfectant and cleaning products is now a holy grail for reducing acne and body odor. Hypochlorous acid, a bacteria-fighting compound, is a trending skincare ingredient in many facial sprays—and it’s actually gentle even for sensitive skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Hypogammaglobulinemiais a condition that affects your body’s ability to make immunoglobulins (Ig), or antibodies.Antibodies prompt your body’s immune system to protect you from viruses, bacteria, and other sources of illness.With fewer antibodies available, people with hypogammaglobulinemia have a much higher risk of infection and disease. Hypogammaglobulinemia is often inherited due to genetic abnormalities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHypoglycemia and FertilityHypoglycemia and GestationHypoglycemia and PostpartumFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hypoglycemia and Fertility Hypoglycemia and Gestation Hypoglycemia and Postpartum Frequently Asked Questions Hypoglycemiaoccurs when your blood glucose levels drop too low to support normal body functions. It is usually defined as a blood glucose level less than 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). In pregnant people, it occurs most often among those with chronicdiabetes mellitus....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesReactive HypoglycemiaTestingTreatmentWhen to Seek Medical CareManagementNext in Hypoglycemia GuideWhat Is Hypoglycemia? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Reactive Hypoglycemia Testing Treatment When to Seek Medical Care Management Next in Hypoglycemia Guide Low blood sugar, called hypoglycemia, results when the amount of sugar in the bloodstream drops below normal levels. Because the brain and body rely on sugar from the blood to function properly, hypoglycemia can be dangerous and cause some serious side effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsCausesTreatmentComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Causes Treatment Complications If you are diabetic, it is important to check your blood sugar on a regular basis. If the levels get too low, it can cause severehypoglycemia—also referred to as hypoglycemic shock and diabetic shock, which are not medical terms. Fertnig / Getty Images What Is Severe Hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemiais a potentially dangerous medical condition that occurs when your blood glucose (sugar) levels are too low....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Hypomagnesemia refers to a lower-than-normal level of magnesium in the blood. When levels are too low, it can lead to problems likeincreased blood pressure, other kinds of cardiovascular disease, and even sudden death. In the United States, hypomagnesemia affects roughly 2% of people. However, it is more common in people staying in the hospital, particularly those staying in the intensive care unit....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of HypophosphatasiaHypophosphatasia SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCopingNext in Hypophosphatasia GuideHypophosphatasia Symptoms and Causes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Hypophosphatasia Hypophosphatasia Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Next in Hypophosphatasia Guide Hypophosphatasia (HPP), also known as Rathbun disease, is a rare inborn disorder that affects the development of bones and teeth. In HPP, a genetic mutation impairs the ALPL gene, which regulates mineralization (or “calcification”), a process essential for bone and tooth strength....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Frequently Asked Questions Hypophosphatemia is a condition in which phosphate levels are too low. Phosphate is anelectrolyte, a type of mineral that is found in your blood, urine, tissues, and body fluids. Electrolyteshelp balance the water and pH (a measure of acidity and alkalinity) in your body, move nutrients into your cells, and clear wastes out....