Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Muscular Dystrophy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Muscular dystrophy refers to more than nine distinct diseases — and over 100 similar conditions — that all share one key feature: …
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Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Rare Genetic Disorders: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A disease is considered “rare” when it affects fewer than 1 in 2,000 people. However, there are thousands of rare diseases …
Digestive Health
Dysentery: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
Dysentery is an infection of the intestines. It leads to diarrhoea that may contain blood, mucus, or pus.
Digestive Health
Meckel’s Diverticulum: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Meckel’s diverticulum is a small, pouch-like sac on the wall of the small intestine (called the ileum).
Cancer
Bone Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Primary bone cancer starts in the cells of the bone itself. It is relatively rare, with only a small number of new cases diagnosed …
Cancer
Nasal Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Nasal cancer refers to any cancer that starts inside the nose. This includes the nasal vestibule — the area just inside the …
Oral Health
Teeth Grinding (Bruxism): Causes, Effects & Treatment
Bruxism is the medical term for grinding, clenching, or gnashing your teeth. It can happen while you are awake or while you sleep.
Women's Health
Vaginal Fissures: Causes, Treatment & Prevention
Vaginal fissures are breaks or cracks in the delicate skin and tissue lining the vaginal area.
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders: Anorexia, Bulimia & Obesity
Eating disorders rarely have a single cause. They usually develop from a combination of factors working together over time.
Women's Health
Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
The walls of the vagina are normally coated with a thin layer of moisture. This fluid keeps the vaginal lining healthy, flexible, …