As the body's largest organ the skin often manifests internal strife in the form of irritation, rashes, lesions or bumps. Small red bumps that appear on the stomach may be related to a host of health issues, some more serious than others. If any...
Alpha-galactosidase is an enzyme that has variable activity depending upon the species of origin. In humans, the most well known form of the enzyme is alpha-galactosidase A, which catalyzes a hydrolysis reaction to remove a specific...
Anemia describes a collection of disorders in which you either have fewer red blood cells than normal, or your red blood cells have less hemoglobin than normal. Hemoglobin is a blood protein that transports oxygen throughout your body. Decreased...
Stomach pain, also known as abdominal pain, is usually felt below the ribs and above the pelvic bone. It is a term generally used to describe pain originating from organs in the abdominal cavity, explains the Mayo Clinic. Stomach pain that occurs...
Congenital cataracts are a clouding of the natural lens of the eye that is present at birth or that develops shortly after birth. In most congenital cataracts, no specific cause for the cataract is found; however, congenital cataracts that occur...
Because of the potential developmental problems that their presence may cause, childhood cataracts should be removed as soon as possible. The presence of cataracts prevents the development of vision in the affected eye, but if the intervention is...
Burning and tingling sensations in the feet are called paresthesias. You experience these sensations because your nerves aren't processing signals properly. A paresthesia is caused by something interfering with the proper functioning of a nerve,...
Any nerve found outside of the brain and spinal cord is referred to as a peripheral nerve. These nerves allow communication between the brain and the rest of the body. Damage to these nerves can lead to peripheral neuropathies, which affect an...
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that can affect the nerves in the hands, legs and feet. The damage to your nerves can cause sensations of pain, numbness, tingling, burning and itching. In severe cases, you may develop weakness and/or lose all...
Small fiber neuropathy is one of the many forms of peripheral neuropathy, which affects the small somatic and autonomic fibers in the extremities of the body. Symptoms of small fiber neuropathy include burning and tingling in the feet or hands,...
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is caused by overuse of the wrist and arm in specific, repeated movements, typically used during a game of tennis. Symptoms include pain or tenderness where the tendons connect the forearm muscles...
If you suffer from peripheral neuropathy, the nerves outside your spinal cord and brain do not function properly, which can affect your muscles, internal organs and sensations. One type of peripheral neuropathy is small fiber neuropathy, which...
Zinc belongs to a class of nutrients called trace minerals, which you need to consume in small amounts every day. While you may only need to consume a small amount to give your body what it needs, the mineral is largely important in your body....
In the United States, 26 million adults are living with chronic kidney disease, and many others have a high risk of developing it. For most people regular exercise can safely reduce the risk of developing conditions that cause kidney disease, such...
Potassium is an essential mineral that serves several functions in the body from acid-base balance to nervous system activity. The body applies up to 40 percent of its resting energy to mechanisms involving potassium and electrochemical activity...
People with various levels of disabilities can compete in archery. Your mind is the most important aspect of the sport. Learn how to play Paralympic archery in this sports video.
