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What is the Acute Aspiration of Oropharyngeal or Gastric Contents?
Acute aspiration is a condition where fluids or solid particles (especially food) go into the windpipe or lungs (are inhaled or aspirated), instead of being swallowed into the esophagus and stomach. This can cause blockage of the airways and inflammation…
What is Nephritic Syndrome?
1Nephritic syndrome is the name given to a collection of different signs and symptoms that occur as a result of inflammation in the kidneys. This inflammation causes the kidneys to work less effectively. It also causes protein and red blood…
What is Acute Otitis Media?
Acute otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. The middle ear is the part of the ear inside the eardrum and helps conduct sound through the ear. Middle ear infections are not as common in adults as they…
What is Chronic Pancreatitis?
Chronic pancreatitis is a continuing, chronic, and irreversible inflammatory process of the pancreas without the possibility of healing, which worsens over time, leading to permanent damage and tissue scarring. The pancreas is the organ behind the stomach, connected to the…
What Is Atherosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty deposits, known as plaque, atheroma, or atheromatous plaque, build up within the walls of the arteries. Over time, these deposits of plaque may become larger, narrowing the arteries and restricting blood flow to…
What is Dental Abscess?
An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms within body tissues.[1] Abscesses are the result of an infection, generally bacterial, localized in the area where the abscess forms. They are almost always accompanied by swelling and inflammation. Dental abscesses…
What is Crohn’s Disease?
Crohn’s disease is one of the two main forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The other main form of IBD is ulcerative colitis (UC). Crohn’s disease is believed to be caused by an overactive immune response which results in inflammation…
What is Autism?
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate and interact with others, as well as how they behave and learn.[1] There is no one definition of autism, as people with autism do not…
What are the Signs of Ear Infection?
An ear infection is a viral or bacterial infection of the outer, inner or middle ear. The condition is common, particularly in children, and is generally considered to be non-serious. An ear infection can cause painful inflammation, as well as…
What is Septic Arthritis?
Septic arthritis, also known as infectious arthritis or pyogenic arthritis, is a very rare condition involving inflammation of a joint caused by an infection in that joint. It is usually caused by bacteria, though it may be caused by other…