Hypertrichosis is a genetic disorder which causes excess hair growth. In different cases of hypertrichosis the hair can only be in a specific part of the body. In other hypertrichosis cases the hair will grow all over the body. In this report I will state some of the cases that have been reported. The two main types of hypertrichosis is congenital and acquired. Congenital Hypertrichosis occurs during birth meaning the condition is there since birth. This condition occurs when the lanugo doesn’t fall
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Cancer refers to a condition characterized by the abnormal growth of cells in some parts of the body. Such cells reproduce uncontrollably leading to the development of tumors that can infect other body parts in a process known as metastasis. It is urgent to note that some tumors are not dangerous. Thus, it is important for medical doctors to diagnose tumors with highest accuracy to avoid potential confusion. Cancer can occur in more than two hundred forms (Schmidt & Popham, 1981). Each cancer is
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Cancer is a disease caused by the abnormal cells in a part of the body. Cancer can start anywhere in the human body. Normal human cells grow and divide and form new cells when the body needs them. When normal cells become old or when they are damaged new cells take their place. When cancer develops that process is starts to break down. Cells become more abnormal and the old cells or damaged will stay and new cells will not form when needed which may cause a tumor. Many cancers form tumors but cancer
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Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a disease involving the respiratory tract. It is a highly contagious bacterial disease that causes coughing uncontrollably and violently. The constant cough makes it harder to breathe, which could lead to apnea. A “whooping” sound is often heard after a cough because the patient will need to take a breath. Pertussis is caused by a bacterium named Bordetella Pertussis. The bacteria attaches to the cilia that lines the upper respiratory tract and releases
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Did you know that one of the leading causes of death is heart diseases? Atherosclerosis is a heart disease that is caused with the buildup of plaque inside the arteries preventing blood flow. It has many causes that include high blood pressure and cholesterol. Smoking, insulin resistance, and obesity are also factors that cause atherosclerosis. Finally, high triglycerides and in the blood and inflammation from infections can prompt atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis has many of symptoms including shortness
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Grover Disease Grover disease is a skin disease that causes a rash of itchy, red bumps (skin lesions). The condition is also known as transient acantholytic dermatosis. Lesions start on the chest and back and move to the shoulders, arms, and legs. Over time, some lesions may develop into watery blisters. Painful lesions may also form inside the mouth. The condition does not cause any other physical problems. Skin lesions usually go away in 6-12 months. For some people, Grover’s disease may last
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Although most of us are left to wonder, some people have horrendous, incurable, life-changing diseases that makes them get closer to their finish line. This group of people should be entitled to know when their day will, thus they should be informed by their doctor. Lives could end in a blink of an eye; therefore, we live life to the fullest. On the contrary, humans with life threatening diseases don’t have the option to wait longer for a beautiful experience, so they should take advantage
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time make sure they eat healthy. Crohn's Disease is the cause of problems that's been described above. More than 500,000 people are currently suffering from Crohn's Disease. First let's look at what is Crohn's Disease? A chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that's part of the intestine. Crohn's Disease is usually found in the smallest part of the intestine, part of the digestive system swells up and can have deep sores that's called ulcers. Crohn's Disease can be created in any part of of the
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Ronald Maxon: The Real Battle With Crohn’s When he was in the war and went out to go get food or supplies,Vietnamese kids would hide in their duffle bags and they would play with him and his friends in the Vietnamese War. The cause of Crohn’s Disease is somewhat unknown, but it is an abnormal response to the immune system. Some bacterias and viruses may also play a role in getting Crohn's. In Ronald’s case, it was caused by the salt water they boiled out of the ocean to use as drinking water. Ronald
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Patient Education Plan: Crohn’s Disease NUR/427 Health and Chronic Disease Management Patient Education Plan: Crohn’s Disease Patient Case History The patient is a 24-year-old, Caucasian, female who was recently diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. She is single and currently lives alone in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The patient admits to eating a poor/unbalanced diet; she cites her busy schedule as the main factor contributing to her poor nutrition. She is not a smoker.
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