Conditions

A diagnosis of SMA can have a profound impact on your life. You will need long term multidisciplinary healthcare and support to maintain your independence and quality of life.

Most kinds of SMA are caused by changes (mutations) in the gene called SMN1. This gene makes …

Often, when an allergic reaction causes angioedema, it also produces hives. These itchy welts may appear on any part of your body, but they are most common on the hands and feet, the back of the throat, lips, mouth or tongue, and genitals.

Sometimes a person …

Your immune system is a collection of organs, cells and proteins that defends your body from germs. It protects you from colds, infections and even serious illnesses.

If you’re constantly popping antibiotics or visiting your doctor to curb illness that keeps resurfacing then it could …

Cancer can start in many places in the body. Sometimes it spreads to the lungs from other parts of the body.

When you breathe in, air goes into your lungs through your windpipe (trachea). Your lungs are lined with tubes called bronchi. These bronchi branch into …

Poor blood circulation can lead to serious health problems such as blood clots and infected skin ulcers. That’s why it’s essential to report any symptom of poor circulation to a doctor right away.

A common warning sign is cold feet and hands, but it …

If you’ve been experiencing pain in your lower right abdomen accompanied by fever or nausea, you could have appendicitis. Appendicitis is dangerous because it can rupture and cause sepsis if left untreated. Knowing the signs and symptoms of appendicitis can help you assess whether you …

ABA programs usually involve up to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy with certified therapists. The therapists will teach your child to reinforce useful behaviors while discouraging unhelpful ones. They also encourage caregivers and other family members to practice the same techniques with their children.

Some parents …

A ringing in your ears is the most common symptom of tinnitus. Other sounds include clicking, roaring, hissing and buzzing.

A health problem such as a jaw joint problem or clenching, ear infections, head and neck injuries, high blood pressure, diabetes or tumors may cause the …

The most common early dementia symptoms are problems with memory. For example, a person might forget where they are or have trouble following a recipe or paying bills.

They may also put things in strange places or lose them and have difficulty retracing steps. This can …

Impetigo is a highly infectious skin condition that causes blistering sores on the affected skin. While the condition is generally short-lived, it can cause pain, itching, and general discomfort for its lifespan. Impetigo often impacts children and infants who frequently exchange bacteria in daycares, schools, and …