Diseases and Conditions

Learn about the symptoms and causes of pityriasis rosea, and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Group B strep is a common kind of bacteria that can sicken newborns who are exposed to it during…

Paronychia is a skin infection around the fingernails or toenails. It usually isn’t serious and can be treated at…

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a common condition that occurs when the outer tendons of the elbow swell or…

Melasma is a common skin condition that causes brown patches to appear on the skin, usually on the face.

Rickets is a rare disorder that affects children’s bones, causing them to soften and break easily.

Otitis media with effusion means there is fluid in the middle ear. It is common in young children and usually…

Sarcoidosis is a disease in which immune cells form small lumps, called granulomas, in your organs, often in the…

Social phobia is an irrational fear of being judged by others during social situations.

Skin tags are non-cancerous skin growths that feel like a hanging mole. They are common with age.

Echinococcosis is a parasitic infection that is spread from animals to humans. The disease causes cysts and can be…

High levels of sugar in the blood can damage tiny blood vessels in your kidneys. This can cause kidney disease,…

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by the seasons. It is likely related to the loss…