Pneumonia: Tests Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of the lungs. Many germs—such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi—can cause pneumonia.…
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Pneumonia: Treatments Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of the lungs. Many germs—such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi—can cause pneumonia.…
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Phimosis A condition in which the foreskin cannot be retracted to reveal the glans penis. It is due to tightness or narrowing…
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Adenoids (Pharyngeal Tonsils) Small pad of infection-fighting tissue located near the eustachian tube. Related terms: Tonsilla pharyngealis Part of: Tonsils, Immune System…
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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) A disease in which the immune system attacks the linings of the joints. This results in joint pain, stiffness,…
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) An anxiety disorder in which a person has intrusive ideas, thoughts, or images that occur repeatedly, and in which…
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Norovirus Norovirus, sometimes known as the winter vomiting bug, is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis in humans. Part of: Viruses…
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Lower Gastrointestinal Tract (Lower GI Tract)
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Lower Gastrointestinal Tract (Lower GI Tract) The lower part of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the jejunum and ileum of the small…