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Moon Facies
A high release of hormones, especially cortisol, is a cause of moon face. To confirm that moon facies is the result of abnormal cortisol levels, yo...
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Metatarsalgia
Athletes who take part in high-impact activities and also have an inflammatory condition like bursitis often have more widespread pain in the ball ...
Leer másWhy Do I Feel Malaise?
If you have a sense of malaise, you may not feel quite right, but you might be hard-pressed to put your fingers on exactly what's bothering you. If...
Leer másWhat are Lymph Nodes?
When there’s a problem in your body, like an illness or an infection, your lymph nodes can swell. (This usually happens only in one area at a time....
Leer másWhat is a Lactic Acid Blood Test?
It’s a test that measures the amount of lactic acid (also called “lactate”) in your blood. This acid is made in muscle cells and red blood cells. O...
Leer másKidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
A kidney infection, also called pyelonephritis, is when bacteria or viruses cause problems in one or both of your kidneys. Call your doctor if you ...
Leer másInherited Metabolic Disorders
Inherited metabolic disorders are genetic conditions that result in metabolism problems. Most people with inherited metabolic disorders inherit two...
Leer másIntravenous Immunoglobulin Therapy (IVIg)
IVIg helps stop the white blood cells of people with lupus from destroying their red blood cells. In people with myositis, the treatment may block ...
Leer másWhat is An Immunoglobulin Test?
This test checks the amount of certain antibodies called immunoglobulins in your body. Your doctor can test for IgG to figure out whether you've be...
Leer másWhat are Immune Deficiency Disorders?
HIV infects and destroys immune system cells that normally fight infections.
Leer másWhat is Hyperkalemia?
If you have hyperkalemia, you have too much potassium in your blood. Foods such as melons, orange juice, and bananas are rich in potassium, too. Th...
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