The following Conditions are related to Pain

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  • Ankylosing spondylitis

    Early signs and symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis might include pain and stiffness in your lower back and hips, especially in the morning and after periods of inactivity. Neck pain and fatigue also are common. Over time, symptoms might worsen, improve or stop at irregular intervals. The areas most commonly affected are: The joint between the base of your spine and your pelvis (sacroiliac) The vertebrae in your  Read More

  • Anterior cruciate ligament tear

    Torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) facts The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the four ligaments in the knee that provides stabilization. Torn ACLs are a common knee injury. An ACL tear or sprain occurs when a sudden change in direction or pivot occurs on a locked knee. A pop, followed by pain and swelling of the knee are the most common symptoms of an ACL tear. Women are more likel  Read More

  • Arthritic rheumatoid disease

    Arthritis is a disease that affects your joints and causes pain, swelling, and stiffness. There are many different types of arthritis, but the most common type is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear on the joints over time. It's more common in older people, but it can happen at any age. Osteoarthritis can also be caused by injury or repetitive stress on the joints. 1. The most common medication i  Read More

  • Arthritis

    Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis causes cartilage — the hard, slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones where they form a joint — to break down. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease in which the immune syst  Read More

  • Arthritis quackery (unproven remedies and tests)

    Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. It's one of the most common reasons for disability in the United States, and it affects many million people worldwide. Unfortunately, there's no cure for arthritis. But there are some treatments that can help manage symptoms and keep them under control. Here are some of your options: Medications: There are several different types available to treat arthriti  Read More

  • Arthritis, infectious

    Infectious arthritis is an inflammation of one or more joints that occurs as a result of infection by bacteria, viruses or, less frequently, fungi or parasites. The symptoms of Infectious arthritis depend upon which agent has caused the infection but symptoms often include fever, chills, general weakness, and headaches, followed by inflammation and painful swelling of one or more joints of the body.Most often, the infection begins  Read More

  • Arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid

    Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, is the most common type of arthritis in children under the age of 16. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis can cause persistent joint pain, swelling and stiffness. Some children may experience symptoms for only a few months, while others have symptoms for many years. Some types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis can  Read More

  • Avascular necrosis of bone

    Osteonecrosis, also known as avascular necrosis, is a disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and causes the bone to collapse. If the process involves the bones near a joint, it often leads to collapse of the joint surface. This disease also is known, aseptic necrosis, and ischemic bone necrosis.Although it can happen in any bone, osteonecrosis mos  Read More

  • Bacterial arthritis

    There is no cure for bacterial arthritis, but you can take certain medications to reduce the symptoms. 1. If you have bacterial arthritis, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics to help get rid of the bacteria and reduce inflammation. The most common antibiotic used for bacterial arthritis is doxycycline. It's usually taken twice a day for two to four weeks. 2. You may also want to try over-the-counte  Read More

  • Bone spurs (osteophytes)

    Bone spur facts A bone spur (osteophyte) is a tiny pointed outgrowth of bone. Bone spurs are usually caused by local inflammation, such as from degenerative arthritis or tendonitis. Bone spurs develop in areas of inflammation or injury of nearby cartilage or tendons. Bone spurs may or may not cause symptoms. When they do cause symptoms, the symptoms depend on their location. Bone spurs can  Read More

  • Bunions (hallux valgus)

    Bunions facts Bunions involve boney prominences and repositioning of the joints at the base of the big toes. Bunions most commonly affect the inner foot at the base of the big toe but also can affect the outside of the foot at the base of the little toe, referred to as a bunionette or tailor's bunion. Bunions most commonly affect women. Bunions may or may not cause symptoms. Treatment of b  Read More

  • Calcium gout, familial

    Familial articular chondrocalcinosis is a rare inherited metabolic disorder characterized by deposits of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals (CPPD) in one or more joint cartilages resulting in eventual damage to the joints. Symptoms may develop due to decreased activity of the enzyme nucleoside triphosphate pyrophosphohydrolase. The symptoms of familial articular chondrocalcinosis mimic those of classical gout and may include swelling, st  Read More

  • Camptomelic syndrome

    "Camptomelic syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of certain bones in the body. It is most commonly found in children, but it can also affect adults. Camptomelic syndrome is diagnosed through a physical exam, and it can be confirmed with X-rays and/or CT scans. Camptomelic syndrome is caused by a mutation in the FGFR2 gene. This gene controls how your body grows bones, especially those of the hands and feet. When a pe  Read More

  • Cheney syndrome

    The signs and symptoms of Hajdu-Cheney syndrome can vary greatly among affected individuals. The disorder is present at birth (congenital), but in some individuals the signs and symptoms may be more apparent during adolescence and adulthood. Although researchers have been able to establish a clear syndrome with characteristic or “core” symptoms, much about the disorder is not fully understood. Several factors including the  Read More

  • Connective tissue disease

    Early indications of mixed connective tissue disease can include: General feeling of being unwell. This malaise may be accompanied by increased fatigue and a mild fever. Cold and numb fingers or toes (Raynaud's disease). In response to cold or stress, your fingers or toes might turn white and then purplish blue. After warming, the fingers or toes turn red. Swollen fin  Read More

  • Cryoglobulinemia, essential mixed

    Mixed cryoglobulinemia is a rare disorder characterized by the presence of cryoglobulins in the blood. Cryoglobulins are abnormal proteins that thicken and clump together at cold temperatures, usually below 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit (the average human body temperature). However, the exact temperature at which this occurs may vary from one person to another. When these proteins clump together, they can restrict blood flow to joints, muscles, and  Read More

  • Degenerative disc disease and sciatica

    Degenerative disc disease and sciatica facts The discs of the spine serve as "cushions" between each vertebral segment. The discs are designed somewhat like a jelly donut. Degeneration (deterioration) of the disc makes the disc more susceptible to herniation (rupture), which can lead to localized or radiating pain. Sciatica can result from disc herniation ("ruptured disc") when nerves in the low bac  Read More

  • Diaphyseal aclasis

    Diaphyseal aclasis is a condition in which the bones in your arms and legs thin out and become deformed. It usually occurs in children, but it can also happen to adults. The condition starts early on in life, with symptoms like pain and swelling, but it can get worse over time. Diaphyseal aclasis is caused by an imbalance of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D3 in your body. Usually this happens because you don't g  Read More

  • Diaphyseal dysplasia camurati-engelmann

    Camurati-Engelmann disease is a rare genetic disorder characterized by progressive widening and malformation of the shafts of the long bones (diaphyseal dysplasia). Major symptoms may include bone pain, particularly in the legs; skeletal abnormalities; and/or weakness and underdevelopment (hypoplasia) of various muscles. Pain and weakness of the leg muscles may result in an unusual "waddling" walk (gait). Camurati-Engelmann disease is inherite  Read More

  • Dislocated ankle (ankle dislocation)

    Dislocated ankle facts An isolated dislocated ankle is a rare injury. Usually, there is an associated fracture of the bones that make up the ankle. The ankle dislocates as a result of a fall, motor-vehicle crash, or sporting injury. In addition to the bony injury, there can be damage to blood vessels, nerves, and skin. The diagnosis is often made clinically. The emergency treatment is to r  Read More

  • Dysplasia epiphyseal hemimelica

    The symptoms present in each child with DEH vary depending on the location and size of the cartilage mass. The most common is a painless mass or swelling on one side of an affected joint, particularly the medial side. Pain usually occurs at a later stage of the disease. Additional symptoms have been reported including decreased range of motion of affected joints, joint deformity, limb length discrepancy, and muscle wasting in the affec  Read More

  • Elbow pain

    Elbow pain facts The elbow joint is the area of union of three long bones. Tendinitis can affect the inner or outer elbow. Treatment of tendinitis includes ice, rest, and medication for inflammation. Bacteria can infect the skin of the scraped (abraded) elbow. The "funny bone" nerve can be irritated at the elbow to cause numbness and tingling of the little and ring fingers.  Read More

  • Flatfoot (pes planus)

    Flatfoot (pes planus), commonly called flat feet, is a relatively common foot deformity. A flat foot is defined by the loss of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot where it contacts or nearly contacts the ground. The arch connects the forefoot and hindfoot and is formed of elastic ligaments, tendons, and fascia. Its function is to store mechanical energy within the stretched elastic ligaments during the gait cycle. A flat  Read More

  • Frozen shoulder

    Frozen shoulder typically develops slowly, and in three stages. Each stage can last a number of months. Freezing stage. Any movement of your shoulder causes pain, and your shoulder's range of motion starts to become limited. Frozen stage. Pain may begin to diminish during this stage. However, your shoulder becomes stiffer, and using it becomes more difficult. Thawing  Read More

  • Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)

    Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a condition in which the movement of the shoulder becomes difficult due to stiffness. On the basis of symptoms and medical history, medications are decided. Diagnosis: 1. Physical examination of arms and shoulders are done. 2. Moving shoulder in all direction with the help of doctor 3. Passive range of motion and active range of  Read More

  • Granulocytopenia primary

    Acquired agranulocytosis is a rare, drug-induced blood disorder that is characterized by a severe reduction in the number of white blood cells (granulocytes) in the circulating blood. The name granulocyte refers to grain-like bodies within the cell. Granulocytes include basophils, eosinophils, and neutrophils. Acquired agranulocytosis may be caused by a variety of drugs. However, among the drugs to which a patient may be sensitive  Read More

  • Herniated disc

    A herniated disc is a condition in which the annulus fibrosus is damaged, enabling the nucleus pulposus (which is normally located within the center of the disc) to displace and protrude off the center. It compresses the nerve or spinal and causes spinal cord dysfunction. Treatment The treatment is either surgical or non-surgical. 1. Non-surgical treatment -Non-surgical treatment is the primary a  Read More

  • Hypermobility syndrome

    Hypermobility syndrome facts The joint hypermobility syndrome is a condition that features joints that easily move beyond the normal range expected for a particular joint. Hypermobile joints tend to be inherited. Symptoms of the joint hypermobility syndrome include pain in the knees, fingers, hips, and elbows. Often joint hypermobility causes no symptoms and requires no treatment. Treatments are cus  Read More

  • Iliotibial band syndrome (it band syndrome)

    Iliotibial band syndrome (it band syndrome) is an inflammatory disease caused by prolonged and rapid cycling of the knee through extension (straightening of the leg) and flexion. Treatment is of two types: non-operative and surgical treatment.1. Non-operative treatmentForemost, the affected person must refrain from activities that involve the knees.•Intermittent cryotherapy helps alle  Read More

  • Ischemic necrosis of bone

    Osteonecrosis, also known as avascular necrosis, is a disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and causes the bone to collapse. If the process involves the bones near a joint, it often leads to collapse of the joint surface. This disease also is known, aseptic necrosis, and ischemic bone necrosis.Although it can happen in any bone, osteonecrosis mos  Read More

  • Jansen type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia

    Jansen-type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia is a rare disorder of the bones that results in dwarfism, shortening and thickening of the limbs, and abnormal curvature of the spine. It is caused by mutations in a gene, which encodes dysferlin—a protein that plays an important role in cartilage formation. The disease is characterized by delayed skeletal growth with short stature, shortening of the lower extremities  Read More

  • Juxta-articular adiposis dolorosa

    Dercum's disease is an extremely rare disorder characterized by multiple, painful growths consisting of fatty tissue (lipomas). These growths mainly occur on the trunk, the upper arms and upper legs and are found just below the skin (subcutaneously). Pain associated with Dercum's disease can often be severe. Pain may be caused by these growths pressing on nearby nerves. Dercum's disease mainly occurs in adults and more women are affected than  Read More

  • Kienbock disease

    Kienbock Disease is an acquired bone disorder. Abnormalities of the lunate bone in the wrist develops following an injury or inflammation. Recurrent pain and stiffness occur in conjunction with thickening, swelling and tenderness in soft tissue overlying the lunate bone. The range of motion in the wrist may become limited.  Read More

  • Knee bursitis

    Knee bursitis facts A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that functions as a gliding surface to reduce friction between moving tissues of the body. There are three major bursae of the knee. Bursitis is usually not infectious, but the bursa can become infected. Treatment of noninfectious bursitis includes rest, ice, and medications for inflammation and pain. Infectious bursitis is treated with antibiotics,  Read More

  • Knee injury

    Knee injury facts The knee is one of the most common body parts to be injured. Types of knee injuries include sprains, strains, bursitis, dislocations, fractures, meniscus tears, and overuse injuries. Knee injuries are generally caused by twisting or bending force applied to the knee, or a direct blow, such as from sports, falls, or accidents. Risk factors for knee injury include overuse, improper t  Read More

  • Knee pain

    The location and severity of knee pain may vary, depending on the cause of the problem. Signs and symptoms that sometimes accompany knee pain include: Swelling and stiffness Redness and warmth to the touch Weakness or instability Popping or crunching noises Inability to fully straighten the knee When to see a doctor Call your doctor if you: Can't be  Read More

  • Kniest chondrodystrophy

    There is no cure for Kniest chondrodystrophy, but there are some medications that can help control symptoms. The most common treatment is a drug called prednisone, which can be used to treat inflammation and swelling associated with the disease. Doctors will also often prescribe pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen to help manage symptoms like joint pain and stiffness. Treatment options include surgery,  Read More

  • Kniest dysplasia

    Fortunately, there are treatments available to help manage the symptoms of Kniest syndrome. In addition to surgical options, there are medications that can help reduce pain and swelling, as well as physical therapy options that can help improve mobility in milder cases. If you have kniest dysplasia or another medical condition, it's important to talk with your doctor about what treatment options might be best for  Read More

  • Kohler disease

    Kohler disease is a rare bone disorder characterized by a painful swollen foot. The foot is especially tender along the length of the arch. It may include redness of the affected area. Putting weight on the foot or walking is difficult, causing further discomfort and a limp. For reasons that are not understood, the flow of blood to one of the bones in the foot (navicular bone) is interrupted, resulting in progressive degeneration of that bone.  Read More

  • Kohler's disease of the tarsal navicular

    Kohler disease is a rare bone disorder characterized by a painful swollen foot. The foot is especially tender along the length of the arch. It may include redness of the affected area. Putting weight on the foot or walking is difficult, causing further discomfort and a limp. For reasons that are not understood, the flow of blood to one of the bones in the foot (navicular bone) is interrupted, resulting in progressive degeneration of that bone.  Read More

  • Kohler's osteochondrosis of the tarsal navicular

    Kohler disease is a rare bone disorder characterized by a painful swollen foot. The foot is especially tender along the length of the arch. It may include redness of the affected area. Putting weight on the foot or walking is difficult, causing further discomfort and a limp. For reasons that are not understood, the flow of blood to one of the bones in the foot (navicular bone) is interrupted, resulting in progressive degeneration of that bone.  Read More

  • Kyphosis

    Mild kyphosis may produce no noticeable signs or symptoms. But some people experience back pain and stiffness in addition to an abnormally curved spine. When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice an increased curve in your upper back or in your child's spine.  Read More

  • Lcpd

    Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (LCPD) is one of a group of disorders known as the Osteochondroses. The Osteochondroses typically are characterized by degeneration (avascular necrosis) and subsequent regeneration of the growing end of a bone (epiphyses). In Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease, the growing end (epiphysis) of the upper portion (capital) of the thigh bone (femur) is affected. Researchers believe that an unexplained interruption o  Read More

  • Leukemia

    Signs and symptoms of acute lymphocytic leukemia may include: Bleeding from the gums Bone pain Fever Frequent infections Frequent or severe nosebleeds Lumps caused by swollen lymph nodes in and around the neck, underarm, abdomen or groin Pale skin Shortness of breath Weakness, fatigue or a general decrease in energy When to see a doc  Read More

  • Lobstein disease (type i)

    Lobstein disease (type I) osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes bones to fracture easily. It's caused by a mutation in a gene called COL1A1. 1. The mutation causes the body to produce a defectively structured protein called collagen. Collagen helps give bones strength and flexibility. When it's defective, bones become weaker and more likely to break or deform. 2. People with Lobste  Read More

  • Marble bones

    There is no cure for marble bones, but there are ways to manage the condition. The best way to manage marble bones is by getting regular exercise and eating a healthy diet. This will help you maintain a healthy weight, which can reduce the risk of fractures. If you're worried about fractures or want to prevent them, you may want to consider wearing hip protectors while playing sports or doing activiti  Read More

  • Marfanoid hypermobility syndrome

    Marfanoid hypermobility syndrome is a genetic condition that affects the connective tissue in the body. In many ways, it resembles the more common Marfan syndrome. However, while Marfan syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that can cause serious health problems and even death, marfanoid hypermobility syndrome is much less severe—it's estimated that fewer than 1% of people with Marfan syndrome actually have this condition.  Read More

  • Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia

    Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia (MED) is a rare inherited spectrum of disorders characterized by malformation (dysplasia) of the "growing portion" or head of the long bones (epiphyses). Affected individuals may have an abnormally short thighbone (femur), unusually short hands and fingers, mild short stature, a waddling gait, and/or pain in the hips and knees. In some cases, painful swelling and inflammation of certain joints (arthritis) may be p  Read More

  • Multiple osteochondromatosis

    There is no cure for multiple osteochondromatosis, but There are many medications that can be used to treat multiple osteochondromatosis, but it is important to speak with your doctor about what is right for you. Here are some of the most common medications: 1. Pain relievers: These include acetaminophen (Tylenol) and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen (Advil). 2. Immunosuppressant  Read More

  • Multisynostotic osteodysgenesis

    Multi-Synostotic osteo dysgenesis (MSOD) is a rare skeletal disease that causes multiple areas of abnormal bone growth and development. The bones affected by MSOD are usually the long bones in the arms or legs, such as the femur, humerus, ulna, or radius. In people with MSOD, abnormal bone growth occurs during childhood and adolescence. Children with this condition often experience pain in their joints and bones.  Read More

  • Neck pain (cervical pain)

    Pain located in the neck is a common medical condition. Neck pain can come from a number of disorders and diseases and can involve any of the tissues in the neck. Examples of common conditions causing neck pain are degenerative disc disease, neck strain, neck injury such as in whiplash, a herniated disc, or a pinched nerve. Neck pain can come from common infections, such as virus infection of the throat, leading to lymph node (gland) swelling  Read More

  • Occult spinal dysraphism sequence

    The specific symptoms, severity and progression of tethered cord syndrome vary from one individual to another. In most cases, individuals experience symptoms during childhood. In some cases, symptoms are stabilized in childhood, but become apparent only in adulthood. A high percentage of pediatric cases, with tethered cord syndrome show cutaneous tufts of hair, skin tags, dimples, benign fatty tumors, skin discoloration or hemangiomas.  Read More

  • Ollier osteochondromatosis

    Ollier osteochondromatosis is a condition that affects the bones and joints of the body. It causes the bones to grow abnormally, and can lead to problems with mobility and pain. The severity of Ollier's disease varies from person to person, but there are some risk factors that can increase your chances of developing it. The exact cause of Ollier's disease is unknown. However, there are some risk factors that may i  Read More

  • Osgood schlatter condition

    Osgood-Schlatter condition (formerly known as Osgood-Schlatter's disease) is a painful condition characterized by tiny, microfractures of the bony bump in the lower leg bone (tibia) where the ligament from the kneecap (patella) is inserted into the tibia. The bump is known as the tibial tubercle. It is a disorder of the early teens, especially during a growth spurt, more likely to affect young men than young women, especially athletes of eithe  Read More

  • Osgood-schlatter disease

    Osgood-Schlatter disease facts Osgood-Schlatter disease is a painful inflammation in the front of the bony leg below the knee. Osgood-Schlatter disease can cause local pain, inflammation, swelling, and calcification. Osgood-Schlatter disease can be diagnosed by the history and examination. Osgood-Schlatter disease can be helped by antiinflammation and pain-relieving medications, ice, and rest.  Read More

  • Osteoarthritis

    Osteoarthritis facts Osteoarthritis is a joint inflammation that results from cartilage degeneration. Osteoarthritis can be caused by aging, heredity, and injury from trauma or disease. The most common symptom of osteoarthritis is pain in the affected joint(s) after repetitive use. There is no blood test for the diagnosis of osteoarthritis. The goal of treatment in osteoarthritis is to red  Read More

  • Osteochondritis dissecans

    Osteochondritis dissecans facts Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint condition whereby a variable amount of bone and its adjacent cartilage loses its blood supply. The cause of osteochondritis dissecans is often unknown. Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, and even locking of the joint. Osteochondritis dissecans is best diagnosed with imaging studies. Arthroscopic surgery is a procedur  Read More

  • Osteopenia

    Osteopenia facts Osteopenia is decreased bone density but not to the extent of osteoporosis. This decreased bone density leads to bone fragility and an increased chance of breaking a bone (fracture). Women over the age of 65 and any postmenopausal woman with risk factors for bone loss should be tested for osteopenia or osteoporosis. The DXA scan is a widely available and accurate method for diagnosing osteopenia or ost  Read More

  • Osteoporosis

    Osteoporosis facts Osteoporosis is a condition of fragile bone with an increased susceptibility to fracture. Osteoporosis weakens bone and increases risk of bones breaking. Bone mass (bone density) decreases after 35 years of age, and bone loss occurs more rapidly in women after menopause. Key risk factors for osteoporosis include genetics, lack of exercise, lack of calcium and vitamin D, personal h  Read More

  • Paget's disease of bone

    Paget's disease facts Paget's disease is a chronic bone disorder. Paget's disease frequently causes no symptoms. Paget's disease can cause pain in the bones or joints, headaches and hearing loss, pressure on nerves, increased head size, bowing of limb, or curvature of spine. Tests used to diagnose Paget's disease include X-rays, blood tests, and bone scanning. Paget's disease can lead to o  Read More

  • Panmyelopathy

    Panmyelopathy describes a collection of symptoms that result from severe spinal compression. When something compresses (squeezes) the spinal cord, it can’t function properly. That can lead to pain, loss of feeling, or difficulty moving certain parts of the body. 1. The spine encases the spinal cord — a collection of nerves that carry messages between your brain and body. 2. Usually, the bones of  Read More

  • Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis facts Polymyalgia rheumatica causes pain and stiffness in muscles and joints. Polymyalgia rheumatica is diagnosed by characteristic symptoms associated with abnormal blood testing for inflammation. Polymyalgia rheumatica is treated with low doses of cortisone medications. Giant cell arteritis is a result of inflammation of arteries. Giant cel  Read More

  • Psoriatic arthritis

    Both psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis are chronic diseases that get worse over time, but you may have periods when your symptoms improve or go into remission alternating with times when symptoms become worse. Psoriatic arthritis can affect joints on just one side or on both sides of your body. The signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis often resemble those of rheumatoid arthritis. Both diseases cause joints to become painful, swoll  Read More

  • Rotator cuff disease

    Conservative treatments — such as rest, ice, and physical therapy — sometimes are all that's needed to recover from a rotator cuff disease or injury. If your injury is severe, you might need surgery. 1. Therapy Physical therapy is usually one of the first treatments suggested. Exercises tailored to the specific location of your rotator cuff injury can help restore flexibility and strength to your should  Read More

  • Schaumann's disease

    Schuamann's disease or juvenile Kyphosis is a skeletal disorder where the growth of the vertebrae is uneven. The sagittal plane, or you can say the posterior angle is larger than the anterior angle. This results in the wedged shape of the vertebrae, leading to Kyphosis.The Risk Factors Of Schaumann's Disease are as follows:1. Diseases of the skeletal making (spine, spinal cord, connective tissue)2. Infe  Read More

  • Tarsomegaly

    The symptoms present in each child with DEH vary depending on the location and size of the cartilage mass. The most common is a painless mass or swelling on one side of an affected joint, particularly the medial side. Pain usually occurs at a later stage of the disease. Additional symptoms have been reported including decreased range of motion of affected joints, joint deformity, limb length discrepancy, and muscle wasting in the affec  Read More

  • Tennis elbow

    Tennis elbow facts Tennis elbow is tendinitis of the outer elbow. Strain of an elbow tendon causes tennis elbow. Risks of tennis elbow include activities that can strain the elbow. Tennis elbow symptoms include dull pain and tenderness at the outer elbow often with a sensation of weakness and stiffness. A physician uses a patient's history and physical examination to diagnose tennis elbow.  Read More

  • Trevor disease

    The symptoms present in each child with DEH vary depending on the location and size of the cartilage mass. The most common is a painless mass or swelling on one side of an affected joint, particularly the medial side. Pain usually occurs at a later stage of the disease. Additional symptoms have been reported including decreased range of motion of affected joints, joint deformity, limb length discrepancy, and muscle wasting in the affec  Read More

  • Vanishing bone disease

    The symptoms of GSD depend upon the specific bones involved. The ribs, spine, pelvis, skull, collarbone (clavicle), and jaw are the most commonly affect bones in GSD. In some cases, affected individuals may rapidly develop pain and swelling in the affected area. In other cases, affected individuals may experience a dull pain or ache or generalized weakness that builds over time. Trauma is often a trigger of the initial presentation of the dise  Read More

  • Vrolik disease (type ii)

    Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a group of rare disorders affecting the connective tissue and characterized by extremely fragile bones that break or fracture easily (brittle bones), often without apparent cause. The specific symptoms and physical findings associated with OI vary greatly from case to case. The severity of OI also varies greatly, even among individuals of the same family. OI may be a mild disorder or may result in severe complic  Read More

  • X-linked hypophosphatemia (xlh)

    Many people with mild hypophosphatemia don’t have symptoms. Symptoms may not appear until your phosphate levels drop very low. When symptoms do occur, they can include: muscle weakness fatigue bone pain bone fractures appetite loss irritability numbness confusion slowed growth and shorter than normal height in children tooth d  Read More