What is Migraine Headache?
A migraine headache is a type of headache characterized by a pulsing or throbbing pain in one area of the head. The intensity of the pain may be moderate or intense, and a headache attack can last anywhere between 4…
What is Gout?
Gout is a type of arthritis caused by an excess of a chemical called uric acid, also called urate. This excess acid in the bloodstream can prompt urate crystals to form around certain joints in the body, most often the…
What is Acute Panic Attack?
A panic attack is an abrupt episode characterized by a sudden, intense feeling of fear or discomfort. Panic is the most acute form of anxiety.[1] One’s body goes into fight or flight mode – becoming ready to escape from physical…
What are Aphthous Mouth Ulcers?
Aphthous mouth ulcers (aphthae) are a common variety of ulcers that form on the mucous membranes, typically in the oral cavity (mouth). Other names for aphthous ulcers include aphthous stomatitis and canker sores.[1] Aphthous ulcers are generally round in shape…
What is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction, otherwise known as ED or impotence, is the condition of being unable to get or maintain an erection.[1] It is a common condition that most males will experience at some stage in their life, though it is most…
What is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)?
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, abbreviated to PMDD, is a severe type of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The majority of people who menstruate experience cyclical physical and emotional changes in the days leading up to their periods, such as tender breasts and mood…
What is Diverticular disease?
Diverticular disease (also diverticulosis) is a condition in which the bowel (large intestine) forms small pouches (diverticula) that bulge outward through the bowel wall. This typically develops due to increased pressure in the bowel, weakness of the bowel wall, or…
What is Childhood Absence Epilepsy?
Childhood absence epilepsy (CAE) is a type of epilepsy characterized by recurrent seizures in young children.[1] These seizures, known as absence seizures, briefly impair the consciousness of the affected child, causing them to stare blankly into space and become unresponsive,…
What is the Human Herpesvirus (HHV)?
A herpesvirus family is a group of viruses that can infect both animals and humans. Over 130 species of herpes virus are known, but only eight of these are known to infect humans. These, collectively, are known as human herpesvirus,…
What is Childhood Asthma?
Asthma is a disease that primarily affects the bronchial tubes in the lungs, called the airways. Children affected by asthma typically experience breathing difficulties due to the inflammation of the airways. Asthma can cause acute discomfort – such as an…
What is Acute Stress Disorder?
A person who has experienced or witnessed a life-threatening, terrifying, or otherwise deeply traumatic event may, in some cases, develop acute stress disorder (ASD), sometimes also called acute stress reaction. Examples of such events include:[1][2][3][4] Natural disasters, such as floods,…
What is Pediatric Acute Otitis Media?
Acute otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. When children have this condition, it is known as pediatric (or childhood) otitis media. This is a very common childhood condition, especially in children younger than 5 years of age.…