diseases
Zollinger Ellison Syndrome
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is a condition in which one or more tumors called gastrinomas form and produce too much of a hormone called gastrin, which can lead to peptic ulcers. Symptoms include pain in the upper abdomen and nausea.
Posted September 17, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read
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Raynaud's Syndrome
Raynaud’s syndrome causes spasms in small blood vessels in your fingers and toes. This limits blood flow and leads to symptoms like skin color changes, cold skin and a pins and needles sensation.
Posted September 4, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
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Ectopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus, most commonly in the fallopian tube. The fallopian tube is not made to hold a growing embryo and can’t stretch like a uterus. This condition can lead to bleeding in the mother. An ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening condition that requires emergency treatment.
Posted September 4, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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Polycystic Kidney Disease
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes cysts (fluid-filled growths) to develop in the kidneys. PKD is a genetic disorder, meaning you have to have a mutated (changed) gene to get the disorder.
Posted September 2, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read
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Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of more than 30 inherited (genetic) diseases that cause muscle weakness. These conditions are a type of myopathy, a disease of the skeletal muscles.
Posted September 1, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
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