Retropharyngeal Abscess Information A retropharyngeal abscess (RPA) is a collection of pus in the lymph nodes at the back of the throat. It is a potentially life-threatening medical condition. RPA, once almost exclusively a disease of children, is observed with increasing frequency in adults. Retropharyngeal abscess generally affects children under age 5. Infected material (pus) builds up in the space around the tissues at the back...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Scaphoid Fractures Information Scaphoid fracture is a common injury encountered in family medicine. A Scaphoid fracture (a fracture of the scaphoid bone) is the most common type of wrist fracture. Scaphoid fractures usually cause pain at the base of the thumb accompanied by swelling in the same area. The scaphoid is the most frequently fractured carpal bone, accounting for 71% of all carpal bone fractures. Scaphoid fractures...... Similar Editorial : by Wayne and Tamara. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Scapular Fractures Information A scapula fracture is an uncommon injury. A scapular fracture is a break in the scapula (shoulder blade). The scapula is a large, triangular, flat bone on each side of the upper back. Each scapula is attached to the humerus (arm bone). In the front, the scapula is connected to the clavicle. Together with the clavicle, the scapula connects the upper arm to the trunk of the body. Scapular fractures...... Similar Editorial : by Wayne and Tamara. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis Information Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is an unusual disorder of the adolescent hip. The condition is affects the hip in teenagers between the ages of 12 and 16. A slipped capital femoral epiphysis occurs when the upper end of the thigh bone (femur) slips at the area where the bone is growing (growth plate or physis) and does not fit in the hip socket correctly. An epiphysis is an area at the...... Similar Editorial : by John Adam. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Information Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) implies the presence of blood within the subarachnoid space from some pathologic process. Subarachnoid hemorrhage occurs when a blood vessel just outside the brain ruptures. It may arise due to trauma or spontaneously, and is a medical emergency which can lead to death or severe disability even if recognized and treated in an early stage. Subarachnoid hemorrhage is...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Temporal Arteritis Information Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammatory condition affecting the medium-sized blood vessels that supply the head, eyes, and optic nerves. Temporal arteritis originates from a generalized vasculopathy affecting medium and large arteries. Temporal, giant cell, and cranial arteritis occurs when there is inflammation and death of one or more arteries. It most commonly...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Tetanus Information Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is a serious but preventable disease. Tetanus is an acute disease characterized by early hypertonia, painful muscle contractions (usually muscles of the jaw and neck) and generalized muscle spasms with no other apparent medical causes. It is characterized by skin results from a wound that becomes contaminated with a bacterium called Clostridium tetani, which is...... Similar Editorial : by DUI Information Association. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Information An aneurysm is when a blood vessel becomes abnormally large or balloons outward. The abdominal aorta is a large blood vessel that supplies blood to your abdomen, the pelvis, and legs. Normal diameter of the infrarenal aorta is 2 cm. It is caused by a degenerative process of the aortic wall. It is most commonly located infrarenally (90%), other possible locations are suprarenal and pararenal. The...... Similar Editorial : by Juliet Cohen. | Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Anterior Uveitis And Iritis Anterior Uveitis is the most common form of uveitis. Uveitis specifically refers to inflammation of the middle layer of the eye. The uvea is the layer of the eye between the sclera and the retina. This layer includes the iris, ciliary body, and the choroid. It will often be referred to as Iritis as the iris is the part of the uvea that is usually inflammed. Uveitis is estimated to be responsible...... Source : Crohns Colitis Foundation Of America
Acute Pancreatitis Information Acute pancreatitis is a rapidly-onset inflammation of the pancreas. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a long gland, located behind the stomach, that secretes digestive enzymes and the hormones insulin and glucagon. The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and close to the duodenum. The duodenum is the upper part of the small intestine. The pancreas secretes...... Similar Editorial : by Juliet Cohen. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Acute Aortic Dissection Information Aortic dissection is a potentially life-threatening condition. Aortic dissection, also called dissecting aneurysm Aortic dissection is a tear in the wall of the aorta that causes blood to flow between the layers of the wall of the aorta and force the layers apart. The dissecting aorta usually does not burst, but has an abnormal second channel within it. An aortic dissection may also involve...... Similar Editorial : by Juliet Cohen. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Bacterial Meningitis Information Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding your brain and spinal cord, usually due to the spread of an infection. Meningitis may develop in response to a number of causes, including infectious agents, physical injury and cancer. Meningitis can also be caused by other organisms and some medicines. Bacterial meningitis is rare, but can be deadly. It usually...... Similar Editorial : by pilkster. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Aspirated Foreign Bodies Information Foreign body aspiration can be a life-threatening emergency. Aspirated foreign bodies most commonly are lodged in the right main stem and lower lobe. Aspiration has been documented in all lobes, including the upper lobes, though with less frequency. Aspirated foreign bodies claim 1000 lives each year. Children aged 1-3 years are particularly at risk because of their increasing independence,...... Similar Editorial : by marshc01. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Acute Cerebrovascular Disease Information Cerebrovascular disease, or stroke, refers to brain disorders. Cerebrovascular disease is any disorder that affects the disease in the blood vessels that feed oxygen-rich blood to the face and brain. Cerebrovascular disease is the third leading cause of death after heart disease and malignancy and it is estimated that an average of 500,000 new strokes will occur each year in the USA....... Similar Editorial : by . | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
Central Vertigo Information Vertigo, or dizziness, is a symptom, not a disease. Vertigo is one of the most common health problems in adults. It is a major symptom of a balance disorder. It is the sensation of spinning or swaying while the body is stationary with respect to the earth or surroundings. There are two types of vertigo: subjective and objective. Subjective vertigo is when a person feels a false sensation of...... Similar Editorial : by rsbombard. | Source : Hydrocodone Cough Syrup
