Shotty Lymph Nodes
Lymph nodes are a group of cells that are enclosed in connective tissue capsules, and are categorized as lymphocytes and macrophages. Lymphocytes manufacture proteins which capture bacteria and foreign bodies,…
Blood Clot in Finger
A blood clot in the finger, which is called a thrombus in the finger, is caused by local aggregation of blood in damaged vessels and tissues of the finger. A…
Swelling under Tongue
The tongue may appear small, but is very important in that it helps in oral cleansing, deglutition, taste, mastication, and articulation. This flexible organ is part of oral cavity, partly…
Pressure in Temples
The temple area refers to the region on the sides of the head in line with your eyes. Experiencing pressure in your temples region is, unfortunately, common affecting your performance…
Mermaid Syndrome
Mermaid syndrome is a very rare congenital development disorder that is characterized by anomalies affecting the lower spine and limbs. This disorder may also be referred in other names as…
Dependent Edema
Edema is a medical term that refers to swelling. Most body parts swell as a result of inflammation or injury. The whole body can be affected or just a small…
Pinched Nerve In Ankle
The medical name for a pinched nerve in the ankle is tarsal tunnel syndrome. It is very similar to a more common disorder known as carpal tunnel syndrome that happens…
Discoid Atelectasis
The collapse of part of the whole of the lungs is a condition known as discoid atelectasis. The collapsed part does not re-inflate properly and is therefore devoid of any…
Atrophic Kidney
Atrophic kidney is a medical term used to describe a condition of shrinkage of kidney. Atrophic tends to be extremely small in size. It can occur due to dysfunction of…
Candida Auris (Superbugs)- What you need to know
There is an uncommon but dangerous fungus infection that is resistant to drugs called Candida Auris (C. Auris) People who have a suppressed immune system when exposed to this pathogen…