Angelman syndrome is a rare and genetic condition that affects less than 200,000 Americans each year. When a child has the syndrome, developmental delays start to show between the ages of six and 12 months. They may begin to have seizures at the age of two or three. There are indicative signs and symptoms of […]
Conditions
14 Causes of Trigger Finger
Trigger finger is a condition that affects one or more fingers of the hand, leading to difficulty moving and occasional freezing in position (called ‘catching’). The predominant reason for this is that the tendon becomes too large for the tendon sheath that it passes through (a kind of tunnel). This then prevents it from moving […]
14 Causes of Serotonin Syndrome
Serotonin syndrome is a condition that is caused by an overabundance of the substance serotonin. Serotonin, in turn, is a neurotransmitter and hormone that is often referred to as the ‘happiness hormone’. It is so-called because it makes us feel good, reduces the sensation of pain, and is often used as a ‘reward’ in the […]
12 Causes of Golfer’s Elbow
Golfer’s elbow is a condition that affects the elbow causing pain, swelling, and loss of strength. This condition is generally associated with overuse, hence the name ‘golfer’s elbow’. That is to say, that someone who plays a lot of golf and is constantly swinging their arm through the same motion, is significantly more likely to […]
14 Causes of Bursitis in Hip
When it comes to the body many people do not actually realize how tough the hip joint really is. In fact, most people do not even realize how much they use their hips until there is pain that is radiating from it. The hip joint was designed to withstand repeated motions as well as a […]
10 Causes of a Patellar Tendon Tear
Patellar tendon tear can happen to anyone who overuses their knees a lot for jumping and running, for instance. A person doesn’t have to be athletic in order to get this injury. In fact, anyone who puts a lot of stress on the knees constantly can get a patellar tendon tear. The tendon tears when […]