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Facts you should know about a Dupuytren's contracture Dupuytren’s contracture can prevent full extension of the affected finger. A Dupuytren's contracture is a localized scar tissue formation in the palm. The precise cause of a Dupuytren's contracture is not known. A Dupuytren's contracture is sometimes inherited. A Dupuytren's contracture can limit extension of the affected...

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) facts Genetic mutations cause epidermolysis bullosa. Epidermolysis bullosa is a group of diseases produced by one or more mutations in at least one of 20 different genes. There are four main types of EB and many subtypes: epidermolysis bullosa simplex, junctional epidermolysis bullosa, dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, and Kindler syndrome. Although the skin...

How does diabetes mellitus affect the body? Diabetes affects the way your body turns food into energy. Diabetes insipidus causes thirst due to dehydration from constant urination while diabetes mellitus causes thirst due to high glucose levels in the blood. The term "diabetes" refers to a group of medical conditions that affect how your body...

Things to know about emphysema Emphysema does not affect the quantity of life, but rather the quality of life. There are no studies that can predict life expectancy in individuals with emphysema. The BODE score can help measure the quality of life and prognosis for future functions. Emphysema is a destructive disease of the lung in...

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) definition and facts Readers Comments 1 Share Your Story Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) is a condition in which a person’s pancreas is unable to produce and/or secrete adequate amounts of enzymes into the gastrointestinal track resulting in an inability to digest and thus absorb some fats, vitamins and minerals from food....

Melatonin gummies are easy to consume, making them the greatest option for sleeping aids. Melatonin gummies can help treat insomnia and maintain the sleep-wake cycle. The gummies are easy to consume, making them the greatest option as sleeping aids.  Approximately 50 to 70 million adults in the United States or one in every three people...

The birth control pill or the “pill” is used to prevent an undesired pregnancy. The birth control pill or the “pill” is used to prevent an undesired pregnancy. Over years, the pill has been blamed to cause weight gain, sex drive, and even affect the skin in a bad way. Which part is true? Which...

It affects the skin and tissues of the penis. The first sign seen in penile cancer is typically a swelling, ulcer, lump, or mass on the penis that is small initially. The tumor commonly begins on the head and foreskin of the penis. The other early signs and symptoms of penile cancer include: A sore...

Do this 30-minute workout routine every other day, or do it two days in a row if that's better for your schedule. A sedentary (inactive) lifestyle is one of the top risk factors for heart disease. Fortunately, it's a risk factor that you can do something about. Regular exercise, especially aerobic exercise, has many benefits....

Fifth disease (parvovirus, erythema infectiosum) facts A virus causes fifth disease. Symptoms include low fever, fatigue, a "slapped cheeks" rash, joint pains, and a whole body rash. Doctors make a diagnosis of fifth disease based on clinical features. Rarely, fifth disease can become complicated. Fifth disease can cause miscarriage in pregnant women. What is fifth...