disorders
Charcot Foot
Charcot foot is a rare but serious complication that can affect persons with peripheral neuropathy, especially those with diabetes mellitus. Charcot affects the bones, joints, and soft tissues of the foot or ankle.
Posted September 1, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a bone disease. People with OI have fragile bones that break easily, often with no apparent cause. Another name for OI is brittle bone disease.
Posted August 27, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is a condition that affects your connective tissue. Connective tissue holds your body together and provides support to many structures throughout your body.
Posted August 27, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 5 min read
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Blue Baby Syndrome
Blue baby syndrome, also known as cyanosis, is when your baby’s skin has a bluish discoloration, especially when they cry. The discoloration is most obvious in your baby’s lips and hands.
Posted September 16, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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Epidermolysis Bullosa
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of genetic (inherited) disorders that causes your skin to be fragile and blister and tear easily. Blisters and sores form when clothing rubs against your skin, or you bump your skin.
Posted September 5, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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