A contracture is a fixed tightening or shortening of muscles, tendons, or ligaments that hinders movement. Most commonly, contractures affect...

Choreo-Athetosis is a term that describes jerky movements of the arms, legs, face and other parts of the body. These...

Stress ulcers are open sores in the lining of your stomach caused by extreme physical stress. They can appear quickly...

Leg ulcers cause pain, swelling and loss of sensation. They also lead to infection, gangrene and amputation.Medical treatment aims to...

Giant duodenal ulcers (GDUs) are characterized by their unusual appearance on barium roentgenogram and by their high morbidity and mortality....

Cachexia, or loss of muscle and fat tissue, is a well-known side effect of cancer treatment. It can worsen a...

Symptoms include pain in your upper abdomen, often near your breastbone. The pain may ache or burn and be relieved...

Cyanosis is a condition that causes your skin, lips and nails to turn blue. This happens because there is not...

Many newborns display acrocyanosis as their bodies get used to the new pattern of blood circulation between the womb and...

Chylothorax can occur at any age and is usually idiopathic. Large chylous effusions can cause symptoms such as dyspnea and...