Progeria is an extremely rare genetic disease that causes rapid aging in children. Newborns with the disorder appear to be healthy at birth but usually start to show signs of premature aging during their first one to two years of life. Their growth rate slows and they don’t gain weight as expected. Children with the condition have typical intelligence. However, their rapid …

Kyphosis is a condition characterized by an excessive forward rounding of the upper back, resulting in a hunched or slouched posture. While a mild curve of the spine is normal, kyphosis is diagnosed when the curvature becomes more pronounced and may cause discomfort or functional problems. The condition can affect people of all ages, depending on the underlying cause. Symptoms …

HPV Infection is caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), a very common virus that spreads primarily through skin-to-skin contact, including sexual contact. There are more than 100 types of HPV, and many of them cause no symptoms and resolve on their own. Some types of HPV can cause genital warts, while others are considered high-risk because they can lead to …

Horner Syndrome is a neurological condition that occurs when there is disruption of the sympathetic nerves that supply the eye and surrounding facial structures. These nerves control functions such as pupil size, eyelid position, and sweating on one side of the face. Horner syndrome is not a disease itself but a sign of an underlying problem affecting the nerve pathway …

A stye, also spelled sty, is a small, painful lump that forms on the edge of the eyelid, usually caused by a bacterial infection of the oil glands or hair follicles of the eyelashes. Styes are common and typically harmless, but they can cause discomfort and affect vision if they grow large. Most styes heal on their own within a …

Laryngitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the larynx, also known as the voice box. The larynx contains the vocal cords and plays an essential role in breathing, speaking, and swallowing. When the vocal cords become irritated or swollen, the voice may sound hoarse or weak. Laryngitis is usually short-term and often improves once the underlying cause is treated. …

Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection caused by Histoplasma capsulatum. This fungus is commonly found in soil contaminated with bird or bat droppings. People become infected by breathing in microscopic fungal spores released into the air when contaminated soil is disturbed. Histoplasmosis primarily affects the lungs, but in some cases, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems, the infection can spread …

Hip Labral Tear is a condition in which the labrum, a ring of cartilage that surrounds the socket of the hip joint, becomes damaged or torn. The labrum helps stabilize the hip by keeping the ball of the thigh bone securely within the socket and providing cushioning during movement. When the labrum is torn, it can cause pain, stiffness, and …

Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma, also known as perihilar cholangiocarcinoma or Klatskin tumor, is a rare type of cancer that develops in the bile ducts at the point where the right and left hepatic ducts join outside the liver. These bile ducts carry bile from the liver to the small intestine to help digest fats. Hilar cholangiocarcinoma is the most common type of …

Priapism is a long-lasting erection that occurs without sexual arousal or stimulation. It’s usually painful and it can last for more than four hours. It occurs when blood remains in your penis and can’t drain. Priapism needs immediate treatment. Without treatment, it can cause permanent damage. What are the types of priapism? The types of priapism include: Low-flow (ischemic) priapism. Low-flow priapism …