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Meningitis

It is a serious infection of the meninges which was the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. Aseptic Meningitis Bacterial Meningitis Fungal Meningitis Parasitic Meningitis Amebic Meningitis Non-infectious Meningitis Signs Common causes Departments & Emergency Diagnosis Treatment FAQ Signs / Symptoms What’s common signs of meningitis? Stiff neck Fever Sensitivity to light Altered mental …

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Cystitis

Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder, usually bladder infection causes it. It is a common type of urinary tract infection. Signs Common causes Departments & Emergency Diagnosis Treatment FAQ Signs / Symptoms What’s common signs of cystitis? Strong, persistent urge to urinate Feeling pain or burning when urinating Need to urinate often Peeing only small …

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characterized by chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Two types of IBD are Crohn’s Disease (CD) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC). Crohn’s Disease: Inflammation of the lining of digestive tract. Often involves the deeper layers. Ulcerative Colitis: Involves inflammation and sores (ulcers) along of large intestine (colon) and rectum. Signs Common causes …

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Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism means the body does not have enough thyroid hormones. Thyroid glands are small butterfly shaped glands on the front side of your neck. Thyroid gland releases thyroid hormones that regulate the body’s multiple functions. Thyroid hormones provide energy and regulate all systems in the human body from the cardiovascular system to the digestive system. …

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Fibromyalgia

According to ICD-11, fibromyalgia or chronic widespread pain (CWP) is diffuse pain in at least 4 of 5 body regions and is associated with significant emotional distress (anxiety, anger/frustration or depressed mood) or functional disability (interference in daily life activities and reduced participation in social roles). CWP is multifactorial: biological, psychological and social factors contribute …

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Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

A metabolic disorder with heterogenous etiologies which is characterized by chronic hyperglycemia and disturbances of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action or both. (ICD-11) Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar), which leads over time to serious damage to …

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Hypertension Disease

Blood pressure is the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of the body’s arteries, the major blood vessels in the body. Hypertension is when blood pressure is too high. Blood pressure is written as two numbers. The first (systolic) number represents the pressure in blood vessels when the heart contracts or beats. The …

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Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Fall into two broad categories: upper and lower sources of bleeding. The ligament of Treitz is the anatomic landmark of separation of upper and lower bleeds. Signs Common causes Departments & Emergency Diagnosis Treatment FAQ Signs / Symptoms What’s common signs of gastrointestinal bleeding? Black or tarry stool Bright red blood in vomit Cramps in …

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Common Cold

Common cold is a viral infection of your upper respiratory tract. It’s usually harmless, although it might not feel that way. Signs Common causes Departments & Emergency Diagnosis Treatment FAQ Signs / Symptoms What’s common signs of common cold? Scratchy or sore throat Runny or snuffy nose Cough Sneezing Headaches Muscle aches Low-grade fever Common …

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