Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Adams-Oliver Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Adams-Oliver syndrome was first described in 1945. Since then, fewer than 125 cases have been recorded in medical literature …
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Genetics & Congenital Disorders
Progeria: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Children
Progeria is a progressive genetic condition that dramatically speeds up the ageing process in children.
Digestive Health
Stomach Pain Causes: 8 Conditions You Should Know
Placing a hand on your abdomen is almost a universal sign of feeling unwell — and for good reason.
Cancer
Osteosarcoma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer that destroys healthy bone tissue as it grows. It most often appears near the knee — at the …
Cancer
Nephrosclerosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Nephrosclerosis — also called renal sclerosis or nephroangiosclerosis — refers to the hardening and thickening of the small …
Surgery & Procedures
Buttock Implants: Types, Risks & What Canadians Should Know
Buttock implants involve placing artificial devices inside the buttocks to increase their size and improve their shape.
Surgery & Procedures
Cosmetic Surgery: What Canadians Need to Know
Cosmetic surgery is any surgical or non-surgical procedure that changes the appearance of the body or face.
Diabetes
Diabetes and Skin Conditions: What You Need to Know
Diabetes changes the way your body works at a cellular level. High blood sugar can damage small blood vessels and nerves, reduce …
Diabetes
Diabetes Symptoms in Children: 10 Signs to Watch
Recognizing diabetes symptoms in children early can make a real difference in your child’s health.
Skin Conditions
Allergic Contact Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Allergic contact dermatitis is a type of skin inflammation. It happens when your immune system overreacts to a substance that has …