Jacobsen Syndrome

Jacobsen Syndrome

What is Jacobsen Syndrome? Jacobsen syndrome is caused by the deletion of genetic material from chromosome 11. Jacobsen syndrome is also known as 11q terminal deletion disorder because it typically occurs at the end (terminus) of chromosome 11’s long (q) arm. The indications and symptoms of Jacobsen syndrome vary greatly. The majority of those affected…

Heel Pain
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Heel Pain

What is Heel Pain? Heel pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages. Fractures and sprains are two types of injuries that can cause heel pain. Additionally, a few medical conditions including reactive arthritis and bursitis may cause it. The reason could determine the course of treatment. There are almost 100…

Ganglion Cyst
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Ganglion Cyst

A fluid-filled lump beneath the skin’s surface that develops on or around tendons and joints is called a ganglion cyst, sometimes known as a bible cyst. They frequently go away on their own and rarely produce any symptoms. Treatment options include outpatient surgery (ganglionectomy) and observation. Overview A little bump immediately below the skin that…

de-quervains-tenosynovitis
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

What is a De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the tendons in the wrist and base of the thumb. It takes the name Fritz de Quervain in honor of the Swiss surgeon who discovered the condition in 1895. Overview Definition: De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a type of tendon injury…

acute pain
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Acute Pain

Acute pain is a fundamental sensation experienced by individuals as a result of injury, disease, or trauma. Unlike chronic pain, which persists over an extended period, acute pain typically has a sudden onset and is often temporary. What is Pain? When something hurts, it produces pain, which is an uncomfortable or unpleasant sensation. Pain is…

Thumb Pain
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Thumb Pain

Introduction Thumb pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including overuse, injury, arthritis, or underlying medical conditions. Thumb pain can result from several medical problems. The exact place of the pain, its intensity, and how frequently it occurs can all influence its cause. Medication and physical therapy are common forms of treatment. Periodic thumb…

Joint Pain
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Joint Pain

Joints help as the connection points between the bones in your body, enabling movement in your skeleton. These joints contain the shoulders, hips, elbows, and knees. Joint pain may manifest as pain, aches, or soreness in any of these bodily joints, a prevalent issue. On some occasions, joint pain may arise from a disease or…