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Main conditions are congenital conditions that result from damage to or abnormal development of the nascent nervous system. Most main conditions are caused by a disorder that occurs very early in the development of the fetal nervous system. Damage to the developing nervous system is a leading cause of chronic, disabling conditions and sometimes dea...
read moreKahler or multiple myeloma is a malignant disease of the plasma cells located in the bone marrow. This condition can lead to bone pain, kidney problems, and other health problems. The most common symptoms of Kahler and the treatments for them are described below. Symptoms of Kahler - Multiple Myeloma Bone pain: Bone pain, especially in the back and...
read moreKawasaki disease is a rare but serious condition that mainly affects children under the age of five. It causes inflammation in the blood vessels throughout the body and can lead to complications if not treated in time. Below are some of the symptoms and treatments of Kawasaki disease. Symptoms of Kawasaki disease The symptoms of Kawasaki disease in...
read moreKearns-Sayre syndrome (KSS) is a rare neuromuscular disease that usually starts before the age of 20. It is the result of abnormalities in mitochondrial DNA - tiny rod-like structures found in every cell of the body that produce the energy that drives cellular functions. The mitochondrial diseases correlate with specific DNA mutations that cause pr...
read moreKennedy disease is an inherited motor neuron disease that affects men. It belongs to a group of conditions called lower motor nervous system disorders (involving disturbances in the transmission of nerve cell signals in the brain to nerve cells in the brain stem and spinal cord). The disease usually starts between the ages of 20 and 40, although it...
read moreKidney cancer can develop in adults and children. The main types of kidney cancer are renal cell cancer, transitional cell cancer and Wilms tumor. Certain hereditary conditions increase the risk of kidney cancer....
read moreKidney cancer, also known as Wilms tumor, is a rare cancer that occurs mainly in children. It can cause a variety of symptoms, including: Abdominal mass: One of the most common symptoms of Wilms tumor is a palpable mass or swelling in the abdomen. Abdominal pain: Some patients may experience pain or discomfort in the abdominal area. Loss of appetit...
read moreChronic kidney disease (CKD) means that your kidneys are damaged and cannot filter the blood as they should. The disease is called 'chronic' because the damage to your kidneys occurs slowly over a long period of time. This damage can cause waste products to build up in your body. CKD can also cause other health problems. Your kidneys are lo...
read moreKidney failure, also known as kidney disease or end-stage renal disease, refers to a condition where the kidneys can no longer perform their normal function. This can lead to the accumulation of waste and excess fluid in the body, which can cause serious health problems. In this article, we'll discuss the symptoms of kidney failure and highligh...
read moreKidney poisoning, also called uremia, is a serious condition that occurs when the kidneys do not function properly and waste products build up in the blood. It can lead to various symptoms and health complications. Symptoms of uremia Fatigue and weakness: Uremia can lead to severe fatigue and weakness due to the buildup of toxins in the body. Less ...
read moreKidney stones are hard, pebble-like pieces of material that form in one or both kidneys when there are high levels of certain minerals in your urine. Kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage when treated by a healthcare professional. Kidney stones vary in size and shape. They can be as small as a grain of sand or as big as a pea. Rarely are some...
read moreInfantile paralysis, also known as polio, is a disease caused by the polio virus. The virus is usually spread through contaminated water or food, or through close contact with an infected person. Although poliomyelitis used to be a common disease, it has now become rare thanks to the introduction of the polio vaccine. Despite this, it is still impo...
read moreThe KISS syndrome is an abbreviation for "Kopfgelenk Induzierte Symmetry Störung". It is a condition that mainly affects babies and young children. In the KISS syndrome, there is a disturbance of symmetry in the body. This is caused by a blockage in the neck and/or back vertebrae. In this article, we discuss the symptoms and treatments o...
read moreKleine Levin syndrome is a rare condition that primarily affects adolescent males (about 70 percent of those with Kleine Levin syndrome are male). It is characterized by recurring but reversible periods of excessive sleep (up to 20 hours a day). Symptoms appear as "episodes," which usually last from a few days to a few weeks. The onset of...
read moreKS describes a series of physical, linguistic and social developmental symptoms in men with an extra X chromosome. Its main feature is infertility. Outward signs of KS can be subtle, so symptoms are often not recognized and may not be treated in a timely manner. The NICHD is one of many federal agencies and NIH institutes working to understand KS, ...
read moreKlippel-Feil syndrome is a rare condition characterized by the congenital fusion of two or more cervical (neck) vertebrae. It is caused by a disturbance in the normal segmentation or division of the cervical vertebrae during the first weeks of fetal development. The most common symptoms of the condition are a short neck, a low hairline at the back ...
read moreKlippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS) is a rare birth defect involving blood and lymph vessels and abnormal growth of soft and bone tissue. Typical symptoms include hemangiomas (abnormal benign growths on the skin made up of masses of blood vessels) and varicose veins. Fused toes or fingers, or extra toes or fingers, may be present. In some cases, inter...
read moreKlüver-Bucy syndrome is a rare behavioral disorder associated with damage to both anterior temporal lobes of the brain. It causes individuals to put objects in their mouths and engage in inappropriate sexual behavior. Other symptoms may include visual agnosia (inability to visually recognize objects), loss of normal responses to fear and anger, lo...
read moreKnee pain can cause different symptoms depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the injury. Some common symptoms are: Pain: Pain in and around the knee is one of the most common symptoms of knee problems. The pain can range from mild to severe and may be constant or occur with movement. Swelling: With knee complaints, there may be swel...
read moreKnee problems occur when you get an injury or develop a disease in your knee and it cannot do its job. Your knee is the joint where the bones of the upper leg meet the bones of the lower leg, allowing for hinge-like movements while providing stability and strength to support the weight of your body. Flexibility, strength, and stability are needed f...
read moreA knee dislocation occurs when the bones of the knee joint are out of place. This can result in a severe sprain, ligament and tendon damage, and pain. Knee dislocations are common in athletes and can also occur as a result of trauma or accident. Symptoms of a knee dislocation Severe knee pain Swelling and bruising Difficulty moving the knee The kne...
read moreWernicke's encephalopathy is a degenerative brain disease caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1). It can be the result of alcohol abuse, nutritional deficiencies, prolonged vomiting, eating disorders or the effects of chemotherapy. B1 deficiency causes damage to the brain's thalamus and hypothalamus. Symptoms include mental confusi...
read moreKrabbe's disease is a rare, inherited metabolic disease in which harmful amounts of lipids (fatty substances such as oils and waxes) accumulate in various cells and tissues in the body and destroy brain cells. Krabbe's disease, also called globoid cell leukodystrophy, is characterized by globoid cells (cells that have more than one nucleus)...
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