Zollinger Ellison Syndrome
Definition Zollinger Ellison syndrome is the tumor in upper part of the small intestine or pancreas that secretes hormones which result in more secretion of gastric acid. This ultimately results in peptic ulcers. Alternative names Causes, incidence and risk factors There is formation of tumor/s in the duodenum or pancreas. Theses tumors are made up
Yeast infection
Definition Yeast infection is generally the infection by Candida albicans in any part of the body. Yeast infection is a collective term for candidiasis, moniliasis and oidiomycosis. There are various types of yeast infections cutaneous candidiasis, diaper candidiasis, perianal candidiasis, congenital cutaneous candidiasis, candidial paronychia, chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, candidial intertrigo, oral candidiasis, pharyngeal candidiasis, intestinal
Xerosis
Definition Xerosis is the atypical dehydration of the mucus membrane or skin. Alternative names Asteatotic eczema, Eczema craquele Causes, incidence and risk factors Dry skin may be caused due to dry, cold or hot but dry conditions. Central air conditioning, heaters, fireplaces, frequent baths especially with hot water and for long time, exposure to ultra-violet
Wryneck
Definition Wryneck is a medical condition in which head is tilted at one side and chin is turned to the other side. There are two types of wryneck congenital muscular torticollis and acquired muscular torticollis. Alternative names Torticollis, Cervical dystonia, Stiff neck, Spasmodic torticollis Causes, incidence and risk factors It may be due to defects
Vitamin deficiencies
Definition Vitamin deficiencies are the decrease in levels of vitamins than the optimum levels required for the metabolic processes in the body. Various disorders can be caused due to vitamin deficiencies. Alternative names Causes, incidence and risk factors Vitamin deficiencies may be caused due to inadequate intake of diet containing vitamins, alcohol intake, malabsorption
Vertigo
Definition Vertigo is a type of dizziness in which there is a sensation of spinning or swaying but in reality the body is motionless. There are two types of vertigo peripheral and central vertigo depending on the location of the damaged vestibular pathway. Alternative names Benign paroxismal positional vertigo Causes, incidence and risk factors Vertigo
Varicose veins
Definition Varicose veins are the enlarged and tortuous veins. The term is more commonly used for the enlarged veins of legs. However, these veins can occur elsewhere in the body. Alternative names Varicosity, Varicosis Causes, incidence and risk factors Veins have leaflet valves inside them to prevent backwards flow of blood. In legs the leg
Vaginitis
Definition Vaginitis is the inflammation of vagina most commonly due to the infection and irritation. Alternative names Atrophic vaginitis, inflammation of the vagina, vagina-inflammation Causes, incidence and risk factors Vaginitis can be due to diabetes, infection, hormones (decreased estrogen), allergy, foreign body or sexually transmitted disease. Vaginal infection can be caused by bacteria (Gardnerella) called
Vaginal discharge
Definition Vaginal discharge is the vaginal secretion. It is to clean and protect vagina. It can be thick, thin or paste like, clear, cloudy, odorless, having bad odor or normal. Alternative names Discharge from vagina Causes, incidence and risk factors Cervical glands produce mucus which is clear. After to exposure to air it may turn
Urinary tract infection (UTI)
Definition Urinary tract infection is the infection of the urinary system. Infections of the lower urinary tract are more common. Alternative names Causes, incidence and risk factors Sometimes bacteria get attached to the urethra and gain entry in the urinary tract and cause infection. Escherichia coli, Chlamydia or Mycoplasma are some of the organisms