Hypertension, or high blood pressure, appears to have a strong genetic contribution. It can occur as an isolated symptom, in the case of essential hypertension, or as one of many symptoms in a variety of genetic syndromes. Syndromes that affect...
DNA testing "can provide information for diagnosing, treating and preventing illness," according to the Mayo Clinic. Screenings can help find genetic disorders before the symptoms of the disorder occur, in adults and fetuses. A blood sample is...
There are several conditions that may cause heart pain. According to the U.S. Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, any organ or tissue in the chest cavity can be a source of pain, including the nerves, tendons, ribs, muscles,...
For many teenagers, acne is a rite of passage, marking the transition from puberty to adolescence, and finally clearing up in adulthood. Most adults never imagine having to deal with it in later life, but for some--mainly women--acne remains....
Healthy kidneys cleanse the excess fluid, minerals and other bodily waste products collected by the blood by producing urine. They also help balance the volume of electrolytes and regulate the pH range in the body. Furthermore, the kidneys release...
Polycystic kidney disease is a condition in which cysts, or fluid filled sacs, develop on your kidneys. Over time, the cysts grow, enlarging the kidneys. As the kidneys increase in volume, function deteriorates. In addition to routine...
