Vertigo
Vertigo is a type of dizziness and refers to a false sensation that oneself or the surroundings are moving or spinning (usually accompanied by nausea and loss of balance) that is a result of a mismatch between vestibular, visual, and somatosensory systems. Types Central (cerebral cortex, cerebellum, brainstem) – eg, cerebrovascular disease, migraine, multiple sclerosis, […]
Vaginitis
Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that can result in discharge, itching and pain. The cause is usually a change in the normal balance of vaginal bacteria or an infection. Vaginitis can also result from reduced estrogen levels after menopause. The most common types of vaginitis are: Bacterial vaginosis, Yeast infections Trichomoniasis Vaginal atrophy […]
Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of your urinary system — your kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Most infections involve the lower urinary tract — the bladder and the urethra.Women are at greater risk of developing a UTI than men. Symptoms Urinary tract infections don’t always cause signs and symptoms, […]
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially serious infectious disease that mainly affects your lungs. The bacteria that cause tuberculosis are spread from one person to another through tiny droplets released into the air via coughs and sneezes. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of active TB include: Coughing that lasts three or more weeks Coughing up blood Chest […]
Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite. Symptoms Many women and most men with trichomoniasis have no symptoms, at least not at first. Trichomoniasis signs and symptoms for women include: A profuse and often foul-smelling vaginal discharge — which may be white, gray, yellow or green Genital redness, burning and itching Pain […]
Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils, two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat — one tonsil on each side. Symptoms Tonsillitis most commonly affects children between preschool ages and the mid-teenage years. Common signs and symptoms of tonsillitis include: Red, swollen tonsils White or yellow coating or patches on the tonsils […]
Thalassemia
Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by less hemoglobin and fewer red blood cells in your body than normal. Symptoms Thalassemia symptoms include: Fatigue Weakness Pale appearance Yellow discoloration of skin (jaundice) Facial bone deformities Slow growth Abdominal swelling Dark urine When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your child’s doctor for […]
Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious bacterial disease that affects your nervous system, leading to painful muscle contractions, particularly of your jaw and neck muscles. There’s no cure for tetanus. Treatment focuses on managing complications until the effects of the tetanus toxin resolve. Fatality is highest in individuals who haven’t been immunized and in older adults with […]
Syphilis
Syphilis is a bacterial infection usually spread by sexual contact. The disease starts as a painless sore — typically on your genitals, rectum or mouth. Syphilis spreads from person to person via skin or mucous membrane contact with these sores. Symptoms Syphilis develops in stages, and symptoms vary with each stage. But the stages may […]
Swine flu (H1N1 flu)
Technically, the term “swine flu” refers to influenza in pigs. Occasionally, pigs transmit influenza viruses to people, mainly to hog farmers and veterinarians. Less often, someone infected with swine flu passes the infection to others. Symptoms H1N1 flu signs and symptoms in humans are similar to those of other flu strains: Fever (but not always) […]