An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms in the body. It is caused by an infection or foreign object that has entered the...
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, the tube that connects...
Allergies are a common condition that occur when the immune system overreacts to harmless substances, such as pollen, mold, or pet dander, that are normally...
Appendicitis is a condition in which the appendix, a small pouch-like structure attached to the large intestine, becomes inflamed and infected. It is a medical...
Arthritis is a term used to describe a number of painful conditions of the joints and bones. Two of the main types of arthritis are...
Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior. It is called a “spectrum” disorder...
Bartholin’s cyst is a common condition that affects women and occurs when one of the Bartholin’s glands, located near the opening of the vagina, becomes...
Brain aneurysm is a medical condition in which a blood vessel in the brain becomes dilated or ballooned. This can be a serious and life-threatening...
Chest pain is a common and often frightening experience that can have many different causes. While chest pain can be a sign of a serious...
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It is one of the most common STIs in the world, and...
Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is the small, pear-shaped pouch in the upper-right part of your abdomen that stores the...
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative brain disease that is thought to be caused by repeated head injuries, such as those sustained through playing...
Cirrhosis is a serious and progressive liver condition that occurs when healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue, making it difficult for the liver...
Cold sores are small, blister-like lesions which usually appear around the mouth. They’re caused by the herpes simplex viruses. The strain that usually causes them...
Costochondritis is a medical condition that causes pain and tenderness in the chest area. It occurs when the cartilage connecting the ribs to the breastbone...
A cyst is a sac-like structure that can develop in any part of the body and contain fluid, air, or other substances. They can be...
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the leg. DVT can cause swelling,...
Dyshidrotic eczema, also known as dyshidrosis or pompholyx , is a type of dermatitis that is characterized by the development of small, fluid-filled blisters on...
Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing) is a condition that affects a person’s ability to swallow food or liquids. It can be a serious problem because it can...
Ear infections, also known as otitis media, are a common type of infection that affects the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that...
Ectopic pregnancy is a serious medical condition that occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube. This can lead...
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a genetic disorder that affects the connective tissues in the body. Connective tissues provide support to the skin, bones, blood vessels,...
A heart attack, also known as myocardial infarction, or coronary thrombosis, is when part of the heart muscle dies because it has been starved of...
Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest or throat that is caused by acid reflux. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid flows back into...
Heat rash, also known as prickly heat or miliaria, is a common skin condition that occurs when the sweat glands become blocked and sweat is...
Hiccups are a reflex action that is caused by a sudden, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm muscle. The diaphragm is the muscle that sits at...
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin condition that causes painful, boil-like lesions to develop in the areas where skin rubs together, such as the...
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition in which the force of blood against the artery walls is too high. It...
Hives, also known as urticaria, is a skin condition that results in the appearance of red, itchy, and raised welts or bumps on the skin....
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the human papillomavirus. There are over 100 types of HPV, and around...
Hyperthyroidism (Overactive thyroid) is a medical condition in which the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, produces an excessive amount of...
Hypothyroidism, also known as Underactive thyroid, is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. The thyroid gland is located in...
A hysterectomy is an operation to remove your womb (uterus). After the operation you will no longer be able to have children. If you have...
Kidney infections, also known as pyelonephritis, are a type of urinary tract infection that affects one or both of the kidneys. This condition can be...
Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is a condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is lower than normal. Blood pressure is...
Migraine is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of headaches, usually unilateral and pulsating, accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, photophobia, and...
A Miscarriage is the spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the fetus has reached viability, which is around 20 weeks of pregnancy. The loss of...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS is made up of the brain, spinal cord,...
Nausea is a common feeling of discomfort or uneasiness in the stomach, often accompanied by the feeling of wanting to vomit. It is a non-specific...
Oedema is a condition in which fluid accumulates in the body’s tissues, causing swelling. It can occur anywhere in the body, but is most commonly...
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on or inside the ovaries. While many types of cysts are benign and will resolve on their own...
Pleurisy is inflammation of the pleura, the double-layered membrane (covering) that surrounds the lungs. In between the layers of the pleura is a thin layer...
Pneumonia is a respiratory condition characterized by the inflammation of the lung tissue, which can affect one or both lungs. The cause of pneumonia is...
Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a condition in which a person’s heart rate increases significantly upon standing up. This can cause dizziness, fainting, and other...
Sarcoidosis is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect multiple organs in the body, including the lungs, skin, eyes, and lymph nodes. It is characterized...
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are spread from person to person through sexual contact. These diseases can affect both men and women, and...
Sleep paralysis is a temporary inability to move or speak that occurs when you are waking up or falling asleep. It is a common and...
Sore throat is a common condition that can cause discomfort and pain in the throat. It can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging...
Staphylococcus, commonly referred to as staph, is a type of bacterium that can cause a range of infections. Staph infections are common and can range...
A stomach ulcer, also known as a peptic ulcer, is a sore that develops in the lining of the stomach or small intestine. Stomach ulcers...
A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is a painful, red bump that appears on the eyelid and is caused by a bacterial infection. It...
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a heart condition where your heart beats too fast due to an irregular rhythm in the upper chambers of your heart....
Tonsillitis is a condition that arises due to the infection of the tonsils, which are small masses of tissue located at the back of the...
Trichomoniasis is caused by the Trichomonas vaginalis parasite. The parasite is spread through sexual contact with an infected person. The parasite can be transmitted through...
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common type of infection that can occur anywhere in the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra....
Vitiligo is a skin disorder that results in the loss of skin pigmentation, leading to white or depigmented patches on the skin. It is a...