Ataxia is a group of neurological disorders where the motor behaviours are uncoordinated. Patients suffering from Ataxia may have difficulty in performing basic functions such as walking, writing, speaking, and reading. It is a result of abnormalities or irregularities in parts of the nervous system or an injury to a muscle.
What is ataxia, and what causes it?
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Huntington’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease. It is a rare genetic disorder that causes uncontrolled movement, cognitive impairment, and emotional issues in an individual. Symptoms of the disease start to appear between the age of 30 to 50 years. It is incurable but manageable in various ways, including therapy and medications.
The blog explains Huntington’s disease, its symptoms, causes, and treatment options, in detail.
A hydrocele is a swelling in the scrotum that occurs due to fluid accumulation in the sheet covering the testicles. It is a common occurrence in newborns and usually disappears by the age of 1 year. However, it can also occur later in life as a result of an injury to or within the scrotum.
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Even slight damage to the kidney can cause substantial illness to your body. Kidneys are responsible for the excretion of waste products. They also release wastes from our body through the urine. Any blockage or other such problem can lead to permanent kidney damage where the kidneys can no longer excrete the waste product. In such cases, it leads to the accumulation of urine in the kidney leading to Hydronephrosis.
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For some women, pregnancy is a beautiful journey. In comparison, others experience severe morning sickness. Morning sickness reduces or completely goes away within 12 weeks. However, when morning sickness becomes severe, the doctors refer to it as hyperemesis gravidarum.
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Hyperglycaemia is a condition where blood sugar levels rise drastically, and if not corrected soon, can have far-reaching ill effects. Hyperglycaemia is a condition of high blood sugar levels.
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Hyperlordosis, also called swayback or hollow back, is a health condition involving an excessive spine curve in the lower back or lumbar region. While it is expected to develop minimal curvature, an exaggerated curvature of the lower spine can cause lower back pain and numbness.
This blog digs deep into hyperlordosis, its causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Hyperuricemia is a common condition in which there is an elevated level of uric acid in blood. Hyperuricemia occurs when your body either produces too much uric acid or is unable to excrete enough of it.
Overview: What is Hypoglycaemia?
Hypoglycaemia is a condition marked by abnormally low blood sugar (glucose) levels, typically defined as a blood glucose level below 70 mg/dL. Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy, and when its levels drop too low, it can disrupt essential bodily functions, sometimes becoming life-threatening if not addressed promptly.