Raynaud’s Syndrome

What is Raynaud's Syndrome ? Raynaud’s Syndrome or RS occurs due to the excessive constriction of blood vessels in the toes and fingers. People suffering from the syndrome find that…

Prader Willi Syndrome

Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS) occurs when the paternal chromosome number 15 is unexpressed or deleted. The affected individuals suffer from certain kinds of mental, behavioral and physical problems. Also, they…

Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome refers to the form of neuromuscular disorder which occurs as a result of the compression of the sciatic nerve. Affected individuals feel pain on their buttocks that sometimes…

Nephrotic Syndrome

Nephrotic Syndrome is characterized by the release of excessive amounts of protein in the urine due to damaged kidneys. People affected by the syndrome have low levels of protein and…

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ? Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is generally characterized by long-term fatigue that does not get resolved by rest. The feeling of exhaustion tends to get…

Proteus Syndrome

What is Proteus Syndrome ? The renowned “Elephant Man”, Joseph Merrick, was believed to be afflicted by Proteus Syndrome (PS). The syndrome causes several abnormal tumors in different parts of…

Lipoma

What is lipoma ? Lipoma is a benign extra growth of fat cells, just between the skin and the underlying layer of muscle. It is a non-cancerous growth of soft…

Flea bites on humans

Flea bites on humans pictures,  what do flea bites look like ?  Also read symptoms, treatment and prevention information. Fleas are wingless, flat, little insects. They have a piercing mouth…