Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a severe brain disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Schizophrenia may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior. Symptoms Delusions. Hallucinations. Disorganized thinking (speech). Extremely disorganized or abnormal motor behavior. Negative symptoms. Symptoms in teenagers Withdrawal from friends and family A drop in performance at school […]
Scabies
Scabies is an itchy skin condition caused by a tiny burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. The presence of the mite leads to intense itching in the area of its burrows. The urge to scratch may be especially strong at night. Scabies is contagious and can spread quickly through close physical contact in a family, child […]
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a common skin condition that changes the life cycle of skin cells. Psoriasis causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin. The extra skin cells form thick, silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches that are sometimes painful. Symptoms Psoriasis signs and symptoms can vary from person to person […]
Premature Ejaculation
Premature ejaculation is when a man has an orgasm sooner during intercourse than he or his partner would like. Premature ejaculation is a common complaint. Premature ejaculation early in a relationship is most often caused by anxiety and too much stimulation. Symptoms The primary symptom of premature ejaculation is the inability to delay ejaculation for […]
Tinea (Pityriasis) Versicolor
Tinea versicolor is a common fungal infection of the skin. The fungus interferes with the normal pigmentation of the skin, resulting in small, discolored patches. These patches may be lighter or darker in color than the surrounding skin and most commonly affect the trunk and shoulders. Symptoms Tinea versicolor signs and symptoms include: Patches of […]
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the inside lining of your esophagus, stomach and the upper portion of your small intestine. The most common symptom of a peptic ulcer is abdominal pain. Peptic ulcers include: Gastric ulcers that occur on the inside of the stomach Duodenal ulcers that occur on the inside of […]
Parkinson Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting with a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. But while a tremor may be the most well-known sign of Parkinson’s disease, the disorder also commonly causes stiffness or slowing of movement. In the early stages of […]
Oral Thrush
Oral thrush — also called oral candidiasis — is a condition in which the fungus Candida albicans accumulates on the lining of your mouth. Candida is a normal organism in your mouth, but sometimes it can overgrow and cause symptoms. Symptoms Initially, you may not even notice symptoms of oral thrush. Depending on the underlying […]
Obesity
Obesity is a complex disorder involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic concern. It increases your risk of diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Symptoms Obesity is diagnosed when your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher. Your body mass index is […]
Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is a term used to describe the accumulation of fat in the liver of people who drink little or no alcohol. It is common and, for most people, causes no signs and symptoms and no complications. Symptoms Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease usually causes no signs and symptoms. When it does, they […]