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Introduction Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare and aggressive cancer that originates in the adrenal cortex, the outer layer of the adrenal glands. These glands, located above the kidneys, are […]
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Introduction Adrenal insufficiency is a medical condition where the adrenal glands fail to produce sufficient amounts of essential hormones, particularly cortisol. This condition can be life-threatening if left untreated, as […]
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Introduction Adrenal fatigue is a condition often associated with chronic stress and overwork, leading to the malfunctioning of the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are responsible for producing essential hormones, […]
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Introduction Adhesive capsulitis, commonly referred to as frozen shoulder, is a condition characterized by pain, stiffness, and restricted movement in the shoulder joint. It typically develops gradually and can significantly […]
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Introduction Adenomyosis is a gynecological condition in which the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, grows into the muscular wall of the uterus. This leads to the thickening of […]
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Introduction Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to produce heme, a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells. The condition is part […]
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Introduction Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), formerly known as acute renal failure, is a rapid decline in kidney function that occurs over a period of hours to days. This condition impairs […]
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Introduction Acute Otitis Media (AOM) is an infection or inflammation of the middle ear, typically caused by bacteria or viruses. It is most commonly seen in young children, but it […]
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Introduction Adenoid hypertrophy refers to the abnormal enlargement of the adenoids, lymphatic tissues located at the back of the nasal cavity. The adenoids play a role in the immune system, […]
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Introduction Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is an aggressive form of cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood. It develops when immature white blood cells (myeloblasts) grow uncontrollably, interfering with […]