Locate medical conditions by their starting letter
Some Random Medical Conditions
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes is a lifelong condition that causes a person's blood sugar level to become too high. The hormone insulin produced by the pancreas is responsible for controlling the amount of glucose in the blood
Sciatica
Sciatica is the name given to any sort of pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve.
Lumpy jaw (actinomycosis)
Actinomycosis is a rare type of bacterial infection caused by a group of bacteria called actinomycetaceae.
Diarrhoea
Diarrhea, also spelled diarrhoea, is the condition of having at least three loose or liquid bowel movements each day. It often lasts for a few days and can result in dehydration due to fluid loss.
Labial fusion
Labial fusion, or labial adhesion, is when the small inner lips around the entrance to the vagina become sealed together.
Phaeochromocytoma
A phaeochromocytoma is araretumour of the adrenal glands, which sit above the kidneys.
Concussion
Concussion is the sudden but short-lived loss of mental function that occurs after a blow or other injury to the head. It is the most common but least serious type of brain injury.
Giardiasis
Giardiasis is an infection of the digestive system caused by tiny parasites called Giardia intestinalis (also known as Giardia lamblia, or Giardia duodenalis).
Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common lower respiratory tract infection that affects babies and young children under two years old.
Noonan syndrome
Noonan syndrome is a genetic disorder that can cause a wide range of distinctive features and health problems.
Lichen planus
Lichen planus is a non-infectious, itchy rash that can affect many areas of the body.
Work related upper limb disorder (WRULD)
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a general term used to describe the pain felt in muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse.
Seasonal flu
Flu is a common infectious viral illness spread by coughs and sneezes. It can be very unpleasant, but you'll usually begin to feel better within about a week.
Rabies
Rabies is a very serious viral infection that targets the brain and nervous system.You can catch rabiesif you are bitten by an infected animal and haven't been vaccinated.
Head and neck cancer
Head and neck cancer is a relatively uncommon type of cancer. Around 10,000 new cases are diagnosed in the UK each year.
Nocturnal enuresis
Bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) can beworrying and frustrating, but it's common for children to accidentally wet the bed during the night. The problem usually resolves in time.
Rhesus factor disease
Rhesus disease is a condition where antibodies in a pregnant woman's blooddestroy her baby's blood cells. It's also known as haemolytic disease of the foetus and newborn (HDFN).