Symptoms and Causes

Overview Atrial tachycardia is a form of irregular heartbeat known as an arrhythmia. When a person experiences this condition, their heart may suddenly begin to beat…

Overview The colon is a tube-shaped organ in the abdomen that makes up most of the large intestine. It moves waste through the body until it’s…

Overview Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint condition that develops when blood flow to the bone beneath joint cartilage is reduced. This lack of blood supply causes…

Overview Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are cancerous growths that develop in the digestive tract. They most commonly form in the stomach and small intestine. These tumors…

Overview A leg fracture happens when a bone in the leg breaks or cracks. People often break their legs from falling, being in car accidents, or…

Overview A rectovaginal fistula is an abnormal opening that forms between the rectum and vagina. This unwanted connection allows intestinal contents to pass into the vagina….

Overview Frontal lobe seizures are a common type of epilepsy. They start in the front area of the brain. During these seizures, brain cells in the…

Overview MOGAD stands for Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. It is an uncommon inflammatory condition that attacks the central nervous system. When someone has MOGAD, their…

Overview Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is a non-inflammatory vascular condition that affects medium-sized arteries in the body. The condition causes these arteries to narrow and enlarge, which…

Overview Trachoma is a bacterial eye infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. This highly contagious disease spreads through direct contact with infected eyes, eyelids, and secretions from…