A peritonsillar abscess is a pus-filled sac that forms at the base of the throat, precisely near the tonsils. The most common cause of peritonsillar…
ARDS or acute respiratory distress syndrome is a severe respiratory disorder caused by fluid buildup in the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs. ARDS is…
Alkalosis is a condition where the blood contains too much base or alkali due to decreased acid levels in the body. The cause of alkalosis can…
Threatened abortion is a threat of miscarriage in pregnancy before 20 weeks. This condition is characterized by vaginal bleeding but not accompanied by cervical dilation.…
Amputation is the loss or severing of a body part, such as a finger, arm, or leg. Amputation can occur as a result of an injury,…
Ameloblastoma is a tumor that originates from the cells that form the protective layer of teeth (enamel). Although basically benign, this…
Altitude sickness is a group of symptoms that appear when a person climbs too quickly to…
Hemorrhoids or piles are swelling or inflammation of the blood vessels at the end of…
Amaurosis fugax is a condition of sudden, temporary blindness in one or both eyes. Amaurosis…
Alopecia areata is baldness or hair loss caused by an autoimmune disease. In alopecia areata,…
Alkaptonuria is a genetic disorder that causes urine and some parts of the skin to…
Alexithymia is a term for people who are unable to recognize, feel, and express their…
Albinism or albino is a condition that causes the body to produce less or no…
Allergies are reactions of the human immune system (immune system) to certain substances that should…
Actinomycosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Actinomyces . Actinomycosis or actinomycosis generally attacks the face and…
Acromegaly is a disease that appears when the adult body has an excess of growth hormone.…
Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition that turns darker, thicker, and velvety in texture. Acanthosis…
Achalasia is a condition where the esophageal muscles are unable to push food or drink…
Agranulocytosis is a condition in which the bone marrow produces too few granulocytes, a type…
Agoraphobia or agoraphobia is an excessive fear or anxiety of a place or situation that makes…