Wilms tumor, also called nephroblastoma, is the most common type of kidney cancer in children. It mostly affects boys and...

Gum recession is a serious dental problem that exposes tooth roots to bacteria and makes teeth appear longer. It can...

During a typical absence seizure, a person (usually a child) stops what they're doing and appears to be daydreaming. The...

Necrosis is the death of tissue in the body. It's caused by factors like insufficient oxygen, infection and trauma. Symptoms...

Clostridial gas gangrene, also called myonecrosis, is caused by bacteria such as Clostridium perfringens and Clostridium septicum. It typically develops...