Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is a disorder associated with changes in genes and it affects the connective tissue of an individual’s body. The connective tissue is responsible for supporting and anchoring cells,…
Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome
Also referred to as 4p-syndrome, Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome is a disorder that occurs due to gene anomalies. The disorder occurs when a section of chromosome 4 is erased out during cell…
Swollen Colon
When we talk of a swollen colon, it refers to a collection of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the intestines. This condition is said to be caused by the own immune…
What is a Collapsed Vein?
A collapsed vein occurs due to a prolonged injury or trauma to the veins as a result of injection. The trauma damages the inner lining of the vein causing it…
Ingrown Eyebrow Hair
Ingrown eyebrow hair is a condition where the hair grows inside the skin and does not emerge on the surface. This condition is also called trans-follicular penetration. This can cause…
Dust Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection in your lungs. There are many types of pneumonia such as dust pneumonia and bacterial pneumonia. Dust pneumonia is a type of pneumonia which occurs as…
Diaphragm Pain
The diaphragm is a mushroom shaped muscle present between the two most important cavities in the body, i.e., the thorax and the abdomen. It is located in a space under…
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…
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…