Upper Extremity Deep Vein Thrombosis
Upper extremity deep vein thrombosis is a dangerous medical condition. This articles provides an overview of the signs and symptoms on this condition. …
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Splenectomy After Care: What Medical Care is Needed Following a Splenectomy?
This article focuses on the medical care a patient will need after having a splenectomy.
Continue ReadingChurg-Strauss Syndrome: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Risks and Treatment
This article focuses on Churg-Strauss syndrome. It defines this condition and talks about the elements of this condition.
Continue ReadingDandy-Walker Syndrome: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
This article talks about Dandy-Walker syndrome. It defines this condition and discusses the elements of it.
Continue ReadingSigns and Symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance
Electrolyte imbalance is a dangerous thing. It can lead to bigger problems. Read here to learn more about how you can detect this imbalance.
Continue ReadingHemochromatosis: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment and Complications
This article focuses on hemochromatosis. It talks about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.
Continue ReadingSymptoms and Treatments of Hyponatremia
Hyponatremia is an electrolyte abnormality where there is more water in the system than sodium. This means there is not enough sodium in the body to …
Continue ReadingConsequences of Hyperkalemia: From Digestive Ailments to Cardiac Arrest
This article focuses of the serious consequences of hyperkalemia, or high blood potassium. It defines this condition as well.
Continue ReadingWhat is Hydrocephalus?
Also known as hydrocephaly and “water on the brain,” this condition is characterized by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain.
Continue ReadingArachnoid Cyst Information
Arachnoid cysts are part of a rare neurologic disorder for which there is no known cure. They can be managed with a proper diagnosis, an understanding …
Continue ReadingAdvances in Sickle Cell Disease Treatment Options
Sickle cell disease symptoms can be debilitating, interfering with daily life. In 2008 there were a number of studies that laid the groundwork for …
Continue ReadingSickle Cell Conditions: The African Connection
Sickle cell anemia disease or trait is found predominantly in people whose ancestral ties are in the sub Saharan Africa; to the rate of 1 out of every …
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