Infections & Infectious Diseases
Candida in Men: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Candida fungi normally live on the skin, in the gut, and in the reproductive system. They are kept in check by helpful bacteria, …
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Infections & Infectious Diseases
Yeast Infection: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention Tips
A yeast infection is a common condition that can affect both men and women. It is caused by an overgrowth of a fungus called …
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Gillespie Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Diagnosis
Gillespie syndrome is a rare genetic condition that doctors classify under congenital disorders — meaning it is present from …
Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Ellis-van Creveld Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Care
Ellis-van Creveld syndrome goes by a few other names, including chondroectodermal dysplasia and mesoectodermal dysplasia.
Digestive Health
Pancreatic Cysts: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A pancreatic cyst is an abnormal, fluid-filled sac that forms on or inside the pancreas. Most people feel alarmed when they first …
Cancer
Teratoma: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment
A teratoma is a rare type of tumour that can contain different kinds of tissue — including hair, teeth, bone, or muscle.
Cancer
Paraneoplastic Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Paraneoplastic syndrome is not a single disease. It is a collective term for a range of conditions that develop as a side effect …
Surgery & Procedures
Buttock Lift Surgery: What Canadians Should Know
A buttock lift surgery, sometimes called a gluteal lift, is a surgical procedure that removes sagging, excess skin from the …
Surgery & Procedures
Ear Pinning Surgery: What Canadians Should Know
Ear pinning surgery corrects ears that stick out too far from the head or have an unusual shape.
Diabetes
Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes & Management Tips
Diabetes is a long-term condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Normally, your pancreas releases insulin to …