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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Shoulderbursitisis inflammation of abursa, a fluid-filled sac, in the shoulder joint.Bursaeprovide padding between bones,tendons, andligamentsto reduce friction and improve joint movement throughout the body. There are multiple bursae in the shoulder, but this condition most commonly affects one called thesubacromial bursa. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of shoulder bursitis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptoms and ComplicationsCauses and TriggersPreventionTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms and Complications Causes and Triggers Prevention Treatment Painful episodes are treated with pain medication. Medication is also available to help prevent sickle cell crisis. Some people who have sickle cell disease experience frequent crises, and some people with the condition rarely experience them. Types of Sickle Cell Crisis There are several conditions that are defined as sickle cell crisis, and they can cause sudden, severe, and sometimes dangerous effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Sideroblastic anemia occurs when iron is not properly incorporated into the red blood cells.It can develop due to hereditary conditions or due to certain medical problems. “Anemia” is a general term for conditions in which there are lower numbers of healthy red blood cells than normal or they don’t carry oxygen efficiently....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeRisksBefore the TestDuring the TestAfter the TestInterpreting Results Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Risks Before the Test During the Test After the Test Interpreting Results A sigmoidoscopy is a way for a healthcare provider to examine the last one-third of the large intestine. This includes the rectum andsigmoid colon. During the test, a flexible viewing tube with a lens and light source on the end, called a sigmoidoscope, is inserted through the anus and into the rectum....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Asthmais a lung condition in which the airways become inflamed and narrowed. This narrowing restricts the amount of air that can move through thebronchiolesand usually causes distinct breathing sounds such aswheezingand coughing. In silent asthma, no wheezing or coughing is present. This may be a variation in asthma symptoms,or it could be a phenomenon that healthcare providers sometimes refer to as the “silent chest....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Silent Celiac Is RevealedChallenges of a Gluten-Free DietBenefits of a Gluten-Free Diet Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Silent Celiac Is Revealed Challenges of a Gluten-Free Diet Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet Silent celiac disease is when a person’s body attacks their small intestine as a reaction to thegluten proteinin grains like wheat, barley, and rye. However, their reaction doesn’t cause common digestive symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Sinus cancer is a malignancy that develops in the open spaces behind your nose, called sinuses. It makes up about 3 to 5% of all head and neck cancers and can have long-lasting and devastating effects if not treated early. Each year, about 2,000 people are diagnosed with nasal cavity or paranasal sinus cancer in the United States....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesDisordersTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Disorders Treatment Skin damage from acne, blisters, cuts, sun exposure, genetic factors, and autoimmune conditions are all possible causes for changes in melanin and, thus, skin pigmentation. This article discusses skin pigmentation and genetics. It also details skin pigment disorders and how to treat them. Verywell / Jessica Olah What Causes Skin Pigmentation? Your skin tone is the result of a complex process during which special cells inside the outer layer of your skin calledmelanocytesproduce melanin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionTypesAt-Home Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Types At-Home Treatments Whether your skin has changed as you’ve gotten older or due to a health condition, there are a number of skin treatments that can help rejuvenate your skin. Read on to learn more about your options. Skin rejuvenation includes various treatments that aim to restore your skin from any damage. Skin damage could be a result of sun exposure, an underlying health condition, or a normal sign of aging....

A very rare but treatable disease, skin TB represents roughly 1% to 1.5% of all TB cases.This article discusses the causes and symptoms of skin TB and how it’sdiagnosedand treated. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.See PhotoReproduced with permission from © DermNet New Zealandwww.dermnetnz.org2023. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.See Photo This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTest of Skin TurgorTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Test of Skin Turgor Treatment Skin turgor refers to the elasticity or firmness of your skin. When you pinch the skin on your hand, it should spring back to normal once you let go. How quickly it returns to normal is how you can measure your skin turgor. When your skin turgor is decreased, or your skin does not bounce right back, it could be a sign that you are dehydrated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentNext in Sleep Apnea GuideUnderstanding the Types of Sleep Apnea Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Next in Sleep Apnea Guide Sleep apnea is a common condition that affects millions of Americans. The chronic breathing disorder in which one repeatedlystops breathingduring the night may be due to a partial or complete obstruction (or collapse) of theupper airway, typically affecting the base of thetongueand the soft palate....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesEffectsRisksDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Effects Risks Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Sleep deprivation is getting less sleep than your body needs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that adults get at least seven hours of sleep a night, and kids and teens need more—up to nine hours a night.The amount of sleep that feels like sleep deprivation for you will depend on factors like your age and how much sleep you need to feel rested....