Overview This condition, also known as solar keratosis, is a common precancerous growth that develops on the skin. It is characterized by small, rough patches called keratoses. These growths are most commonly found on the face, hands, forearms and neck, and should be examined by a doctor. Causes Act...
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This condition is a nail infection that develops when microscopic fungi penetrate the skin between the nail and the nail bed, causing the nail to become discolored, brittle and thick. Causes Most nail fungus is caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes, although yeast and mold can also cause i...
Overview As part of your cancer treatment, you may have the option to take part in a clinical trial. This is a study of a drug or a procedure, usually one that has not yet been approved for widespread use. Clinical trials help doctors determine which treatments are effective and which are not. Eligi...
Overview As you get older, your bones may get weaker. This is called “osteoporosis.” Weak bones are more likely to break. Osteoporosis can be a problem for anyone, but it is more common in women. Causes Your body is always rebuilding your bones. When bone cells get old, they break down a...
This condition is a neurological problem that results in periodic episodes of intense pain. Cluster headaches are one of the most painful types of headaches. They often strike in cyclical patterns. The person will have frequent bouts of cluster headaches, and then the headaches will stop completely ...
Overview This deformity affects the joint at the base of the big toe. It is a bony bump beneath the skin on the inner side of the foot. A bunion starts small, but over time it can grow to become very large. Bunions are more common in women. Causes A bunion develops because of a […]...
Age Related Macular Degeneration This disease causes vision loss. It affects the center of your visual field. It usually affects both eyes, but in some people only one eye is affected. This type of degeneration is a gradual thinning and breaking down of the macula. The macula is part of the light-se...