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Some Random Medical Conditions
Lichen planus
Lichen planus is a non-infectious, itchy rash that can affect many areas of the body.
Raynaud's phenomenon
Raynaudsphenomenon is a common conditionthat affects the blood supply to certain parts of the body usually the fingers and toes.
Herceptin
Herceptin is the brand name of a medicine called trastuzumab. It's used to treat some types of Breast cancer , oesophageal cancer and stomach cancer .
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a type of complementary therapy that uses hypnosis, which is an altered state of consciousness.
Phaeochromocytoma
A phaeochromocytoma is araretumour of the adrenal glands, which sit above the kidneys.
Stuttering
Stammering also sometimes referred to as stuttering is a relatively common speech problem in childhood,which can persist into adulthood.
Neuromyelitis optica
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO), also known as Devic's disease, is a rare neurological condition.
Temporomandibular joint disorder
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD)is a problem affecting the 'chewing' muscles and the jointsbetween the lower jaw and the base of the skull.
Scars
A scar is a mark that is left on the skin after a wound or an injury to the surface of the skin has healed.
Mastalgia
Breast pain, also called mastalgia, affects most women at some point.
Herpes simplex virus
Cold sores are small blisters that develop on the lips oraround the mouth. They're caused by the herpes simplex virusand usually clear up without treatment within 7 to 10 days.
Isovaleric acidaemia
Isovaleric acidaemia (IVA) is a rare, but potentially serious, inherited condition. It means the body cant process the amino acid leucine (amino acids are 'building blocks' of protein). This causes a harmful build-up of substance in the blood and urine.
Prostate problems
Prostate problems are common in men, particularly in those over 50 years of age.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye condition where theoptic nerve, which connects your eye to your brain,becomes damaged. It can lead to loss of vision if not detected and treated early on.
Mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers are painful sores that appear in the mouth. Although they're uncomfortable, theyre usually harmless and most clear up by themselves within a week or two.
Squamous cell carcinoma
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancersin the world. Non-melanoma skin cancer refers to a group of cancers that slowly develop inthe upper layers of the skin.
Swallowing problems
Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia have problems swallowing certain foods or liquids, while others can't swallow at all.