A TB test checks to see if you have been infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex, which is the bacteria that causes tuberculosis (TB). There are two types of latent tuberculosis infection (LT
Epithelial cells lining your respiratory tract have cilia that trap dust and other substances you breathe in and move them toward your nostrils so that they don't go into your lungs. Another example o
MOMETASONE (moe MET a sone) is a corticosteroid. It is used to treat skin problems that may cause itching, redness, and swelling. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care pro
Eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders (EGID) are conditions that affect the gastrointestinal tract and cause a cluster of eosinophil cells to inflame the area and create swelling. This is the most c
Eosinophilia is an unusually high number of eosinophils in your blood (≥ [greater than or equal to] 500 eosinophils per microliter). Eosinophils are one of several white blood cells that support your
A mood disorder is a mental health condition that primarily affects your emotional state. They can cause persistent and intense sadness, elation and/or anger. Mood disorders are treatable — usually wi
How can fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) be prevented? Using alcohol during pregnancy is the leading cause of preventable birth defects, developmental disabilities and learning disabilities. Fetal alcohol
CLOBETASOL (kloe BAY ta sol) reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a gro
JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS VIRUS VACCINE (jap uh NEEZ en sef uh LAHY tis VAHY ruhs vak SEEN) is a vaccine. It is used to help prevent Japanese encephalitis infections. You cannot get the disease from the v
A videonystagmography (VNG) is a test that evaluates your eye movements. It looks for a specific type of eye movement called nystagmus. Nystagmus happens when your eyes move uncontrollably up and down
A D-dimer test is a blood test that measures D-dimer, which is a protein fragment that your body makes when a blood clot dissolves in your body. D-dimer is normally undetectable or only detectable at
Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a rare disease that results from blood vessel inflammation ("vasculitis") causing injury to organ systems. The areas most commonly affected by PAN include the nerves, int
Tracheobronchomalacia (TBM) happens when your trachea (airway or windpipe) and bronchial tubes (airways leading to your lungs) are unusually floppy, weak and prone to closing down or collapsing. Some
A carbon dioxide (CO2) blood test helps healthcare providers determine if the body is balancing electrolytes properly. Results outside the normal range of 20 to 29 millimoles per liter (mmol/L) may po
The thymus gland is an important part of your immune system. It helps train the white blood cells that protect your immune system. Fortunately, most of your T-cells were produced before you were even
POLIDOCANOL (pol i DOE ka nol) is a sclerosing agent used for the treatment of varicose veins. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have que
Creatine kinase (CK) is an enzyme that mainly exists in your heart and skeletal muscle, with small amounts in your brain. The cells in your skeletal muscles, heart muscles or brain release creatine ki
Your deltoid muscles are in your shoulder, which is the ball-and-socket joint that connects your arm to the trunk of your body. Deltoid muscles help you move your arms in different directions. They al
Management and Treatment Does Hashimoto's disease always need treatment? Not everyone with Hashimoto's disease develops hypothyroidism. Because having antibody levels that are consistent with Hashimot
Albumin is a protein in your blood plasma. Your liver makes albumin. Albumin keeps fluid from leaking out of your bloodstream. It also helps vitamins, enzymes, hormones and other substances circulate
Amnesia is a dramatic form of memory loss. If you have amnesia you may be unable to recall past information (retrograde amnesia) and/or hold onto new information (anterograde amnesia). Amnesia, in the
Your dermis contains collagen and elastin, which help make your dermis thick and supportive of your skin's overall structure. All of your connective tissues, nerve endings, sweat glands, oil glands an
Viscosupplementation is a procedure in which a thick fluid called hyaluronate is injected into the knee joint. There are no cures for osteoarthritis, so viscosupplementation will not cure osteoarthrit
Coffee Ground Emesis (Vomitus) Coffee ground emesis (or vomitus) is vomit that looks like coffee grounds. It's dark brown or black in color with a lumpy texture. The appearance comes from old and coag
Glutamate is the most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter released by nerve cells in your brain. It plays a major role in learning and memory. For your brain to function properly, glutamate needs to
What is popcorn lung? Bronchiolitis obliterans, also called popcorn lung, is a respiratory condition that affects the bronchioles of your lungs. The bronchioles are the smallest airways in your lungs.
Bronchiectasis is a condition where damage causes the tubes in your lungs (airways) to widen or develop pouches. It makes it hard to clear mucus out of your lungs and can cause frequent infections. Co
The pancreas is an organ in the back of your abdomen (belly). It is part of your digestive system. The pancreas is an organ and a gland. Glands are organs that produce and release substances in the bo
Azelaic acid: This cream, lotion or gel is applied twice a day. It's safe for pregnant women to use. Cysteamine: A small study of 50 people found cysteamine cream to be more effective than a placebo.
A teratoma is a rare type of germ cell tumor that may contain immature or fully formed tissue, including teeth, hair, bone and muscle. Teratomas may be cancerous or noncancerous, and they can affect p