What are the X and O legs? X legs and bow legs are terms for …
Types of stoma
Types of stoma. Some medical conditions make you unable to urinate or defecate normally. Then it may be necessary to create a stoma to support your digestive or urinary system. Part of your large or small intestine …
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Cataracts eye disease
Cataracts eye disease. Cataracts are clouding of the lens of the eye. The lens of the eye is located just behind the pupil. The lens provides a sharp image. Over the years, the lens becomes less clear. This is …
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Social phobia
Social phobia is an intense fear of social situations. Many people feel uncomfortable talking to a stranger, or feel embarrassed when they are suddenly the center of attention in a group. There are social situations in …
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Snow blindness
Welding eyes and snow blindness are actually two different names for one and the same condition. As the name suggests, welding eyes can form during welding, and snow blindness is common in the high mountains. When …
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Crooked teeth
Crooked teeth are referred to as an irregular position of the teeth and / or molars. Symptoms of crooked teeth You may not be satisfied with the position of your teeth. It is also possible that …
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Skewed neck in children
The skewed neck in children is a condition where the head and neck are not in a straight line on the torso. Usually, the head leans towards one shoulder, while the chin turns towards the other …
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SARS and MERS
What is SARS and MERS? SARS stands for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. It is a life-threatening form of pneumonia. The disease SARS was first detected in November 2002 in the province of Guangdong (China) and has …
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Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease. There is inflammation in the joints. Bursa, tendon sheaths, and muscles can also be affected. Sometimes other organs are also involved. Over time, the joints damage. The disease occurs in 1% of the Dutch …
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Relationship between absenteeism and back pain
Relationship between absenteeism and back pain. Many people suffer from lower back pain. Back complaints can arise from: Physical abnormalities A physical illness or abnormality is found in about 5% of people with back pain. Overload No physical …
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Pterygium eye disease
Pterygium eye disease. A pterygium is a triangular piece of tissue that grows from the corner of the eye mainly over the superficial layers of the cornea. It is harmless but can become a practical problem …
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