Clogged arteries occur when plaque builds up on the inner walls of the passages. This…
Addison’s disease is an uncommon and potentially fatal disorder of the adrenal glands. Doctors may…
Dry mouth or xerostomia is the sensation of dryness or parched skin on the tongue…
Staph infections are conditions caused by the staphylococcus bacteria, which resides on the skin of…
Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that causes damage to the eyes. Over time,…
Tendinitis causes inflammation, irritation, or tearing of the thick, fibrous tissues that connect muscle to…
Lactic acidosis occurs when the body’s metabolic processes malfunction. When working properly, these processes make…
A variety of diseases and infections of the respiratory system can cause an individual to…
The thorax includes the lungs, heart, and thymus gland. Thoracentesis or pleural tap is a…
When most women feel a lump in their breast, thoughts immediately turn to cancer. While…